Fascinating Places to Visit in Shimla

Oozing boundless beauty of places to visit in Shimla let you enjoy the picturesque sceneries in every season. Always remember to carry your camera to capture your best at this destination.

If you are planning for a hassle free summer holidays and looking for a destination within India then the tourism in this country offer you the widest possible choice places for a pleasant relaxing time. Among varied attractions throughout India, places to visit in Shimla are true inspirations for making a perfect memorable summer break.

Shimla covered wide range of mountains, breathtaking lakes, pleasant climate and alluring greenery to provide a peaceful vacation. The city is well connected from all major Indian cities. By air you can land at Jabbarhatti airport of Shimla, by train you can travel through world heritage narrow gauge railways of Shimla to Kalka toy train. By road you can start your journey from Delhi or Chandigarh.

Best season to visit Shimla are during winter October to March, during summer April to June and the monsoon July to September. Mostly people won't prefer to visit during rainy season but during this time the hill station provides breathtaking attractions.

Here are some of the best places to visit in Shimla are:

Summar Hill

Summer hill is one of the seven hills that make Shimla. Come to this hill station during sun rise or sunset and see amazing views picturesque town. Layered houses on the hills give a different charm to watch from the top.

Indian Institute of Advance Studies        

This is a classical architectural design building with proficient fire proofing system.  This British time building was previously was the summer retreat of Indian President but later turned as institute to promote advance studies in humanities and arts in India.

Annadale

Annadale is one among list of amazing places to visit in Shimla. It is the hub of wide range of adventure sports. Here you can find a mini gold course and also serves a helipad to enjoy the beautiful city.

Jakhoo Hills

It is the highest peak of Shimla, situated at the height of 8000 feet is one of the most attractive places to visit in Shimla. The trekking lovers often found here and most of the tourists come here to visit the Hanuman temple, which is situated at the top.

The Scandal Point

The flat spacious platform known as Scandal point is a popular hub in Shimla. From here you can see  mesmerizing views of natural world at Shimla. It is coming under one of such places to visit in Shimla for sun set and sun rise.

State Museum

The state museum is known for its amazing British architecture along with sprawling lawns. Here you can find best collection of vivid artefacts, paintings, sculptures, handicrafts and lot more to increase your knowledge of interest.

Nalendra and Shaily Peak

This is one of the places to visit in Shimla to enjoy the natural views and explore your fantasy within the dense deodar trees and natural flora and fauna. If you want to go for a horse ride then this is the best place to get spellbound within its beauty.

Chadwick Falls

One of the major tourist destinations of Shimla, this Chadwick falls is set at a high altitude of 1586 meters. This is the place where you need to come during monsoon to see the real beauty. This captivate beauty make you falls for it again and again.

Kufri

Places to visit in Shimla can’t exclude Kufri from its list. Popularly known as the winter sports capital this destination attracts tourists mostly during winter. It is a favorite place for exciting winter sports like skiing and ice skating. Once this hill station belongs to Nepal.

Chail

Among all places to visit in Shimla, Chhail is known for its highest cricket pitch in the world. This place is the home of the famous Chhail palace which is known for the architectural brilliance.  During night time you can see the entire city from here which provides amazing twinkling view. 

Whatever may be the season must visit Shimla and get opportunity to visit this unique natural land at least once in your life.