20 MUST PLACES TO VISIT IN SHIMLA (HIMACHAL PRADESH)

The land of snow clad mountains, old world architecture and endless tourists spot and adventure activities Shimla is one of the top tourists place to visit in India. With the abundance of tourists place in Shimla for exploration, you will be surprised by many wonder that the hill station offers, including but not limited to the Ridge as well as many neighborhood tourists attraction. If you are looking for a romantic and peaceful gateway in the lap of nature, or you wish to indulge into something more adventurous Shimla is most ideal place to Visit

Following are the tourists attraction which you must visit in Shimla:

1. THE RIDGE OF SHIMLA

The epicenter of all tourists activities in Shimla, the ridge is one among the top tourists place in Shimla. Among the many interesting spots the Ridge , Christ Church is the most popular. The Neo gothic style place of worship is the second oldest of its kind in Northern India and has been existence since 1857. Boasting several architecture wonders, lush greenery and a picturesque landscape, the Ridge is also the perfect place for Shopping, dining and nightlife.

2. JAKHOO TEMPLE

Covered in a blanket of alpine trees, JAKHOO Hill is the highest point of Shimla and offers scenic views of the snow covered Shivalik Range as well as the sister town of Sanjauli.Jakhoo Hill is the location of an ancient Hanuman Temple that boasts of having the world's largest statue of deity Lord Hanuman. Mythology of this place is Lord Hanuman had rested for a while during his journey to bring the Sanjeevni Booti for Lakshman's revival during the War Of Lanka.

3. KUFRI 

A ride of about 40 minutes from the city centre will bring you to Kufri, another must visit place in the region. Located at an elevation of 8607 ft. , This small hill Station promise you panoramic view of the surrounding snow-capped mountains but Kufri is not just about Shimla sightseeing. It is also an adventure hub that offers training and facilities for exciting winter sports like ice skating and skiing. This is why it is also known as the winter sports capital of India. 

4. KALI BARI MANDIR

The Kali Bari Temple beleive to be built in 1845, the temple boats of architectural beauty as well as religious significance in equal measure. As the name indicates, the temple dedicated to Goddess Kali and house captivating idol of the deity. Located very close to the Mall Road, an ideal place to spend some time connecting your inner self with supreme God. An interesting fact is that Goddess Kali is known here as Goddess Shyamala and it is said that Shimla gets its name from here.

5. TARA DEVI TEMPLE

Located a top the hill called Tara Parvat, this shrine is beleived to be about 250 years old. Goddess Tara, a goddess of Tibetan Buddhist and one of the Goddess Durga's nine sister, is the presiding deity here. According to the local beliefs, the wooden idol installed in the temple was brought from Wast Bengal, while the temple exudes a serene vibe. 

6. CHADWICK FALL

Nestled within the Glen Forest, Chadwick Fall is one of the most delightful sights that nature has bestowed sights that nature upon Shimla. The waterfall makes a dive from a height of 86 meters and cascading down a huge gorge. Surrounding by a blanket of greenery formed by the deodar and pine trees, it presents an enticing sight. The best time to visit is in during Monsoon. 

7. HIMALAYAN BIRD PARK 

The Himalayan bird park is right opposite to the Viceregal Lodge and has a small collection of exotic Birds which you will love. You can spot the Monal pheasant,peafowls and peacocks in their fully glory here. This place is lush green and great to relax in too. 

8. CHRIST CHURCH

Christ Church is one of the popular attractions among tourists and is considered in the top ten lists of places to visit in Shimla. The Christ Church is an excellent architectural monument built in the British era so that the then followers of Christianity could serve almighty Jesus. 

This monument is perfect for the people who want to get a taste of religious Christianity from the colonial time. The church was built in such a way that it would portray faith, hope, humanity, patience and charity to make people aware of the rich Christian culture.

9. GREEN VALLEY

The green valley is a beautiful and breathing mountain range that falls on the way to Kuffri from Shimla. The green valley is surrounded by verdant hills on as sides covered by thick pine and deodar forest. It is not uncommon to sight some Yaks wandering and gazing around in the valley. The place is undeveloped for tourists and it continues to be a crowd puller and captures the attention of the tourists with its dense deodar and pine trees that lines the majestic hills. 

10. NALDEHRA 

Naldehra is a small enchanting hill station in Himachal Pradesh which is approximately 27 kilometres away from Shimla it's a perfect place for tourists who are natural seekers and an offbeat location famous for its greenery. Golf course and plain view of the mountain filled with pine, cedar and deodar trees with a backage of the mountain and Sutlej River through, Naldehra is breathtaking. Tourists can enjoy the wonderful afternoon in the lush green valley or take horse ride to the Naldehra Golf course, India's most famous golf course. 

11. KIALA FOREST 

The perfect destination for nature lovers, wildlife ethusiasts and adventurous sport lovers, KIALA FOREST gives you dense vegetation and varied wildlife. Enjoy a panoramic view of the city or capture unforgettable moments in the wilderness, you will be never disappointed and it is one of the best Shimla local sightseeing places. The best way to explore this reserve forest is on foot so if you have luggage feel free to use the locker facilities available here. 

12. SCANDEL POINT

It is a major attractions in the westernmost tip in Shimla which falls between the mall road and the Ridge it lies right to the centre of the two busiest spots of Shimla and is difficult to overlook and it is one of the famous place to go in Shimla. This place has a very interesting love story association with its name involving the Maharaja of Patiala Bhupinder Singh and then Viceroy's Daughter.

13. SHAILEY PEAK 

Blessed with magical weather and lush green surrounding, Shailey Peak is highly popular among travellers who are looking for places to visit in Shimla known for peace and natural abundance. Getting to the Shailey Peak requires a hike through Naldehra Hills, but the views from the top make it worth looking it. As challenging as it maybe, the trek to Shailey Peak takes you through dense forest and stunning landscape. For something different yet equally interesting, you can take  a pony ride to the peak or choose rent a motorcycle. 

14. MANJATHAL SANCTUARY

Manjathal Sanctuary is famous for its rich wildlife as well as the vivid flora. Rich biodiversity of the Manjathal Sanctuary is a paradise for all the wildlife ethusiasts. In order to preserve the natural beauty of the place, it's an exciting place to visit as you can do camping. 

15. SANKAT MOCHAN TEMPLE

Sankat Mochan temple in Shimla is the second most famous religious place after Jaakhu Temple. This temple is situated around 8 km from Shimla and was established in the year 1950. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama , Lord Shiva and Hanuman and is one of the places to visit in Shimla for Nirvana seekers.

16. KAMNA DEVI TEMPLE

Kamna Devi Temple is a very prestigious temple which is situated on the Prospect hill and can be accessed from Boileauganj on Shimla - Bilaspur road. The temple is around 6 km from Shimla and is surrounded by picturesque meadows and valleys and it is one of the best place around Shimla. This temple is dedicated to Kamna Devi which is beleived to be an incarnation of Goddess Kali. 

17. HAWA GHAR 

Hawa Ghar is one of the very interesting place to visit in Shimla as it serves as an open balcony to fascinating vistas of Shimla. It is located at the ridge in Lakkar Bazaar which has a quite height that enables some breathtaking views of the valley for tourists. It is foundly called as ' Mall View Balcony ' and is hub for many activities in Winters when the entire town is covered in snow. 

18. KASAULI 

Kasauli is one of those picturesque places to visit in Shimla that offers an exclusive experience by themselves. Home to stunning colonial houses, suspend orchards, and the eminent Christ Church, the hill town is covered with pine and cedar tree. Walking around the landscape of Kasauli, you are highly likely to come across several exotic and endangered species of fauna.

19. SOLAN 

Popularly known as 'Mushroom Capital of India' Solan lies on the lower part of Himalayas and is a low key destination, mostly suitable for travellers who wish to steer clear of the hustle and bustle of city life. During your visit to Solan , you will get a chance to explore the several ancient temple and monasteries which are visited by several hundred worshipers From all around the country and it is one of the best tourists attraction in Shimla. 

20. MASHOBRA 

One of the smallest towns located within Shimla, Mashobra is a must visit among the Many tourists places in Shimla. Dominating by Mistry hills, towering trees of pine, cedar and deodar and oak and a glistening stream gushing down the valley, the place is pure bliss for weekend travellers as well as nature lovers. MASHOBRA is a heaven for adventure ethusiasts and it offers plenty of adventure activities to be enjoyed