Shimla Trip Overview
Take a private tour of shimla to discover the highlights of capital city. Travel with your guide in Private car. Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh and best known for its famous snow capped mountains, lush greenery, Mall road, the Ridge, Toy Trains, European Architecture and other attractions for both honeymooners and family vacationers alike making it perfect for a one day trip. Shimla is thronged with travellers of all interests. Explore the treasures of this exciting hill station by taking our one day Shimla.
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Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Starts: Shimla, India
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India
Take a private tour of shimla to discover the highlights of capital city. Travel with your guide in Private car. Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh and best known for its famous snow capped mountains, lush greenery, Mall road, the Ridge, Toy Trains, European Architecture and other attractions for both honeymooners and family vacationers alike making it perfect for a one day trip. Shimla is thronged with travellers of all interests. Explore the treasures of this exciting hill station by taking our one day Shimla.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Jakhoo Hill, 2 Km From the Ridge, Shimla India
Jakhu Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Hindu deity Hanuman. It is situated on Jakhu Hill and is one of the prime places to visit in Shimla.According to mythology, a deadly arrow injured Lord Rama’s brother Lakshmana when he was fighting the battle with the demon king Ravana. In order to save his life, when lord Hanuman was moving towards Himalayas to get Sanjeevani herb. Upon reaching the Himalayas, Hanuman couldn’t make out as to which herb was the Sanjeevani. So he dug up the entire mountain and flew back to where Lakshmana was lying injured.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Annadale, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171003, India
Jakhu Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Hindu deity Hanuman. It is situated on Jakhu Hill and is one of the prime places to visit in Shimla.According to mythology, a deadly arrow injured Lord Rama’s brother Lakshmana when he was fighting the battle with the demon king Ravana. In order to save his life, when lord Hanuman was moving towards Himalayas to get Sanjeevani herb. Upon reaching the Himalayas, Hanuman couldn’t make out as to which herb was the Sanjeevani. So he dug up the entire mountain and flew back to where Lakshmana was lying injured.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The Ridge, Mall Road, Shimla India
The Ridge is situated along the Mall Road which is the famous shopping center of Shimla.
Several major places of Shimla like Lakkar Bazaar, Mall, Scandal Point, Jakhu Hill, etc. are connected through the Ridge. The movement of vehicles is strictly prohibited here. The Ridge in Shimla always remains crowded with hundreds of people. Tourists from all over the country visit this awesome place for the view of the sunset.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex, The Mall, Shimla 171001 India
Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex is situated on Mall road, Shimla. The Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex is a heritage building and was a centre for all the theatrical, cultural and literary events of the British. The complex is a Government building currently and renovated recently to conserve the building and protect its beauty.
Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex is a significant tourist hot spot opened on 30th of May in 1887. The Complex is a Gothic Victorian style theatre designed by renowned architect Henry Irwin which also happens to be the oldest cultural complexes in the state of Himachal Pradesh.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Kali Bari Temple, The Mall Road, Shimla 171003 India
Kali Bari Temple is one of the popular pilgrim centers and famous tourist places to visit in Shimla.
The Temple of Kali Bari was constructed in 1845 by Ram Charan Bhramachari, a Bengali Brahmin on Jakhu Hill. This is one of the oldest temples in Shimla and is held in high veneration by the town’s Hindu community. Later the British rulers relocated the temple to the present site. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali who is locally known as ‘Shyamala’. The name Shimla is said to have originated from the name ‘Shyamala’. The original temple belonged to goddess Shyamla-which was converted into Kali Bari by some Bengali devotees.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Himachal State Museum, Mall Road, Shimla India
Kali Bari Temple is one of the popular pilgrim centers and famous tourist places to visit in Shimla.
The Temple of Kali Bari was constructed in 1845 by Ram Charan Bhramachari, a Bengali Brahmin on Jakhu Hill. This is one of the oldest temples in Shimla and is held in high veneration by the town’s Hindu community. Later the British rulers relocated the temple to the present site. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali who is locally known as ‘Shyamala’. The name Shimla is said to have originated from the name ‘Shyamala’. The original temple belonged to goddess Shyamla-which was converted into Kali Bari by some Bengali devotees.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Indian Institute of Advanced Study, H P University Road, Shimla 171005 India
Vice Regal Lodge also known as Rashtrapati Niwas is located on the Observatory Hills of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. The lodge is one the best places to visit in Shimla city. It was formerly the residence of the British Viceroy of India Lord Dufferin.
The Vice Regal Lodge was designed by British architect Henry Irwin and built in the Jacobethan style during the regime of Lord Dufferin.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Christ Church, Mall Rd, Shimla 171001 India
Christ Church Shimla is the second oldest church in North India. The majestic appearance of the church and its stunning location makes it one of the top places to visit in Shimla.The church was designed in neo-gothic style in 1844 by J.T. Boileau but it was consecrated after 1857. The Christ Church is situated on The Ridge where is stands out as one of the prominent landmarks of Shimla.
Duration: 10 minutes
