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Altitude : 2050m.
Attractions : Kali Bari Temple, Jakhoo Temples, state Museum,
Prospect Hill
Best Time To Visit : May to October.
History of Shimla
started from Stately Windsor Castle where the "Widow of Windsor"
reigned in lonely, isolated splendour after the death of her beloved
consort, Prince Albert, to the small, but ancient temple surrounded by
thick woods where the himalayan Goddess, Shamla, a synonym of Kali,
reigned her celestial realm on earth is indeed, distant cry, but for
well over a century, the two places, almost inter-linked, ruled the
destiny of this sub-continent. In the year 1818, when Queen Victoria's
uncle, William IV, was King of England, Lord William Bentick,the
Governer General, had transformed the Company's dominion in India to
the Dominion of India, and it was accurate to speak of Britain's
Indian Empire. The frontier ran from bengal to Kathiawar, to the north
it ran through the Thar desert and along the Sutlej nearly to the
Himalayan range. The great hills were the northern boundary except for
the Gurkha state of Nepal. Beyond this line lay the Punjab, Kashmir
and the kingdom of Afghanistan. In 1814, the Nepalese king brought
about the first war with Nepal over Sikkim, the Gurkhas had marched
into Sikkim, whose ruler appealed, to the East India Company for help.
The Sikkim ruler was installed and his territorial status was
guaranteed but during the conflict the British discovered the beauties
of Darjeeling and accidentally also the thickly wooded spot, abode of
the goddess Shamla, and a part of the Kingdom of Nepal. When war broke
afresh in 1819, the British took the place with its cool and healthy
climate. Shimla is capital of Himachal Pradesh.
PRIME ATTRACTIONS :
THE
RIDGE: The large open space in the heart of town presents
excellent view of the mountain ranges. Shimla's landmarks-the
Neo-Gothic structure of Christ Church and the new-Tudor library
building are worth seeing.
THE MALL: Main shopping centre of shimla with restaurants. the
Gaiety Theatre, which is a reproduction of an old British theatre is a
center of cultural activities. A passenger lift of HPTDC can be taken
from the Cart Road and the Mall. Lakkar Bazaar adjacent to the Ridge
is popular for its wood crafts and souvenirs.
KALI BARI TEMPLE: Few yards from scandal Point towards General
Post Office. It is believed that the idol of Goddess Shayamla is
enshrined there.
JAKHOO TEMPLE (2.5 Km) 2455 m: Shimla's highest peak offers a
panoramic view of the town. An ancient "Lord Hanuman" temple. Way from
Ridge near Church (on foot) One can also hire pony or taxi to visit
the temple.
STATE MEUSEUM (3 Km): Ancient Historical Sculptors and
paintings of Himachal Pradesh. Visiting hours 10 AM to 5 PM. Closed on
Monday and gazetted holidays.
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES (4 Km) 1983 m: This
magnificent English renaissance structure was the former Viceregal
Lodge. Its lawns and woodland are added attractions. Entry by ticket.
PROSPECT HILL (5 Km) 2155 m: Crowned by a temple dedicated to
Kamna Devi 15 minutes walk from Boileauganj on shimla Bilaspur road.
the hill offers a spectacular views of the area.
SUMMER HILL (7 Km) 1983 m: A picturesque superb on Shimla-Kalka
Railway line. Offers shady walks in quiet surroundings. The Father of
Nation, Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to Shimla lived in the elegant
Georgian House of Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur. HP University is situated
here.
CHADWICK FALLS (7 Km) 1586 m: Surrounded by thick forests.
About 45 minutes walk from Summer Hill Chowk.
SANKAT MOCHAN (7 Km) 1975 m: On Shimla-Kalka road (NH-22) is
famous "Lord Hanuman" temple. It commands an excellent view of Shimla
town. The place can be visited by Bus/Taxi.
TARA DEVI (11 Km) 1851 m: On Shimla - Kalka road (NH-22) this
holy place is accessible by Rail, bus and car. From the
station/road-one can visit the temple either on foot or by taxi /
jeep.
FAGU (22 Km) 2450 m: On Hindustan-Tibet Road. It has enchanting
views. Himachal Tourism runs the Hotel peach Blossom.
NARKANDA (60 Km) 2708 m: On the Hindustan Tibet road, Narkanda
offers spectacular views of snow ranges. An uphill trek through Deodar
woods leads to Hatu Peak (8 Km). Ancient temple of Hatu Mata is alive
with skiers. HPTDC runs Hotel Hatu and in winters short skiing courses
are organised.
KOTGARH (82 Km) 1830 m: Motorable, bifurcation from Narkanda
(18 Km) Land of apples and apricots.
RAMPUR (140 Km) 924 m: On the Hindustan Tibet Road. Once the
capital of the Princely State of Bushahr, the town is situated on the
banks of Satluj river, Big Commercial Centre and famous International
Lavi fare which is held in November every year, Dumgir Buddhist
Temple, Padam Palace, Raghunath Temple, Ayodhya temple and Narsingh
Temple, are worth visiting. Himachal Tourism runs a tourist Complex
and air conditioned Cafe, Satluj.
SARAHAN (176 Km) 1950 m: On Hindustan Tibet Road from Jeori
Sarahan is (17 Km) with spectacular view of Srikhand range. Sarahan
has the majestic Bhimkali Temple. Himachal Tourism runs Hotel
Shrikhand. Saharan is the gateway to Kinnaur. A Pheasant Breading
Centre and stadium are worth visiting.
KHARAPATHHAR (85 Km) 2673 m: Motorable on Shimla-Rohru road. A
famous religious shrine Giriganga is 7 Km on foot or by jeep. HPTDC
Tourist complex Giriganga Resort under construction.
JUBBAL (90 Km) 1892 m: Headquarters of the erstwhile Princely
State, Jubbal has a superbly maintained Palace which was designed by a
French architect in the 1930 and is remarkable mix of European and
indigenous styles.
HATKOTI (104 Km) 1400 m: Motorable on shimla-Rohru highway.
Famous for ancient temple of Mata Hateswari in the midst of paddy
fields on the right bank of the Pabber river. HPTDC runs Hotel Pabber
here.
MASHOBRA (12 Km) 2148 m: Motorable on Shimla-Naldehra road.
Surrounded by thick forests and offers ideal walks. Goddess Durga
temple is worth seeing.
CRAIGNANO (18 Km) 2149 m: Motorable on Shimla-Naldhera road,
Ideal picnic spot with lawns and garden.
NALDEHRA (22 Km) 2044 m: Motorable On Shimla Tattapani road.
this is a nine hole golf course. It was designed by the British
viceroy, Lord Curzon who was so enchanted by this place that he gave
his daughter Alexandra, Naldehra as her second name. Ancient Nag
temple is also situated here. Himachal Tourism runs Hotel Golf Glade
here.
TATTAPANI (65 Km) 680 m: Motorable on Shimla-Mandi Highway via
Naldehra. Tattapani has hot water springs having sulpher contents,
also Hindu temples and Shiv Goofa at Saraur (4 Km) are worth seeing
places
CHINDI (94 Km) 2010 m: Motorable on Shimla-Mandi highway via
Tattapani - A beautiful place in Karsog Valley. Himachal tourism's
tourist Resort is opening shortly. One can also visit famous mahunag
Temple (18 Km). Mamleshwar mahadev Temple (13 Km) Kamaksha Devi temple
(19 Km) Pangna Killa/temple (8 Km) and Shikari Devi Temple (18 Km). |
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