Queen of hills

[vikrant]

The former summer capital of the British in India, and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties which one can think of. It has got a scenic location, it is surrounded by green hills with snow capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era creates an aura which is very different from other hill.

Bulging at its seams with unprecedented expansion, Shimla retains its colonial heritage, with grand old buildings, among them are the stately Viceregal Lodge, charming iron lamp posts and Anglo-Saxon names. The Mall,
packed with shops and eateries, is the centre of attraction of the town, and Scandal Point, associated with the former Maharaja of Patiala's escapades, offers a view of distant snow clad peaks.

Shimla is ideally located, and though there is an air service to the town, it is best reached by road that takes in the charms of the HIMALAYAN countryside at its best. There is a sense of nostalgia about SHIMLA, with its old
bungalows and their gabled roofs and beautiful gardens.
Also Known As: The Summer Refuge

[Blazer]

I don't think that Shimla is that much a better place now. It is just over crowded and people crazy for going there is over now. In my opinion it is not a good option now.

[Lazyman]

Kullu and manali are now the hotpost as for tourist destination rather then Shimla as shimla is very much small and Kullu Manali are very much big and also they are the real natural beauty.

[Cranking]

Shimla was something which British people really loved. This is the place where first high court was situated but now things are different. it is not that much of a big hotspot and other places have taken over this place.