About Shimla City Information
Shimla, one of India's most famous hill
stations, derives its name from Goddess Shyamala, an incarnation of Goddess
Kali, the deity of power and wrath. However, unlike its name, Shimla is a
perfect heaven for the ones in search of tranquility. Nature has blessed
this capital city with innumerable gifts and man has used them to make
Shimla one of India's best locales. Blessed with some of the most
spectacular and beautiful landscapes anywhere, it is a travelers paradise
-lofty snow peaks, deep gorges, lush green valleys, fast flowing rivers,
enchanting mountain lakes, flower bedecked meadows, beautiful temples and
monasteries steeped in time.
Shimla Travel Attractions
The hub of Shimla is the Mall, which runs along the Ridge and is crowded
with tourists. It is the city's most famous shopping center, with shops
selling all items, from clothes to junk food. The splendid views of the
snow-clad ranges of the Himalayas, fine walks through oak and flowering
rhododendron, enchanting resorts within easy reach, golf at Naldehra, and
skiing at Kufri and Narkanda make Shimla an attractive destination
throughout the year with many tourists opting for a dramatic journey over
loops and arches on the toy train from Kalka.
Climate of Shimla
Summer in Shimla ranges from March to May, with temperatures ranging from a
maximum of 33°C and a minimum of 15°C. Winter here lasts from
October to February, with temperatures rising to a maximum of 8°C and a
low of 0°C.
The best time to visit is between April to mid-July and mid-September to
the end of October, which is the peak season. November to February are
months for the skiers in Shimla. Avoid the monsoon months, from mid-July to
mid-September, when the roads get slick and the highway slippery.
