Shimla — Queen of Hills

Himachal Pradesh · Best season: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov, Dec–Feb · 300–3700 m

About Shimla

Shimla served as the summer capital of British India from 1864. The district blends Victorian architecture — Viceregal Lodge, Christ Church, Gaiety Theatre — with dense cedar forests. Beyond the city: Narkanda for skiing, Rampur for tribal culture, Chail for the world's highest cricket ground at 2,250 m.

Quick Facts

District HQ

Shimla

Area

5,131 km²

Altitude

300–3,700 m

Best Season

Mar–Jun, Dec–Feb

Summer Temp

15–30°C

Winter Temp

-5–10°C

Nearest Airport

Jubbarhatti

From Delhi

343 km

Top Places to Visit

The Ridge & Mall RoadHeart of Shimla. Christ Church, promenade, panoramic Himalayan views.
Jakhu TempleHighest point in Shimla (2,455 m). Lord Hanuman temple. 2 km hike or ropeway.
Kufri16 km from Shimla. Skiing in winter, yak rides, Himalayan Wildlife Zoo year-round.
Narkanda65 km from Shimla. Apple capital. Hatu Peak (3,400 m). Skiing in winter.
ChailMaharaja's summer retreat. World's highest cricket ground at 2,250 m.

Local Food

MadraBabruChha GoshtSepu Badi

Famous For

UNESCO Toy TrainViceregal LodgeApple OrchardsSkiing at Kufri

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