Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh State in India. Also known as ‘Queen of Hills’, the place is a famous hill station. During the British rule in India, it acted as the summer capital of India. This section explores cuisines, shopping specialities, places to visit and other interesting aspects of the city.
Naldehra is a place never to be missed on a Shimla tour. The tourist spot is 22 kilometres from Shimla town. In winter the temperature drops below zero and is a nice place to witness snowfalls. The place falls on the route to holy pilgrimage called Tattapani. This place is best to do horse riding…
[smartslider3 slider=3] The winterwear is a cheaper buy-in Shimla. This is because woollen clothes are locally made here. But then, thee are shops in Shimla which import winterwear from Ludhiana because they are much cheaper. A typical Speciality You can buy locally manufactured Himachali cap (pahadi topi) at a reasonable price from the Mall road…
Shimla, the captivating hill station situated in the Himalayas is the most excellent tourist place in India. Glittering snow fall cherished in awesome ambience creates the hill station appreciating. The amazing scene of hill station grips the focus of visitors, which is blemished as a perfect getaway for nature devotees and photography enthusiasts. Shimla got…
Most of the markets in Shimla are spread around the mall road and in its periphery.When people return from Shimla , they want to buy memorable gift items from the city.The post discusses about the local markets in Shimla where you can buy these items.These are the markets where you can trace [READ >>] popular…
Lakkar Bazaar is a popular local market to hunt for Shimla’s specialty adjacent to the Ridge.It was established by carpenters of Hoshiarpur from the nearby Indian state of Punjab.The bazaar has many hotels and is always bustling with tourist activities.Carved wooden items made of cedar wood is the specialty of this market.The popular gift-items like…
Journey to Shimla is most enjoyable when you travel by a toy train. The best train for this route is Shivalik Deluxe Express (52451). The train on the meter gauge tracks all the way from Kalka to Shimla takes you to a whole new world of enjoyment. It’s a 96-kilometer journey filled with twists and…
Calculating the cost to your vacation in Shimla in advance may be a good idea to keep things organized and well on track. While the Shimla travel costs for couples can vary, this post will talk about the budget trip seekers. Shimla Trip Cost Dependency When we compare things side-by-side, it turns out that Shimla…
Besides showcasing a rich Himachali culture and beautiful traditions the ‘Queen of Hills’ Shimla also offers awesome shopping extravaganza to all types of travelers. But what exactly should you get while you’re shopping in Shimla and what are the best things to buy when you are in Shimla? If these questions intrigue you, keep reading…