Shimla (2130 M) - the capital of the mountain state of Himachal, can be the culmination of a dramatic journey over loops and arches, on a toy train. Shimla is one of the most popular hill stations in northern India. 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. More Info...

Shimla was once part of the Napalese kingdom called Shyamala, another name for the goddess Kali, but Shimla never gained any fame until it was discovered by the British in 1819. In 1864 Shimla became the summer capital of India.

Today,Shimla is a pleasant, sprawling town, set among cool pine-clad hills with plenty colonial charm. There are only two roads in the central part of Shimla. The higher mall runs east-west, reaching its highest point at Scandal Point (or Scandal Corner), the de facto centre of the town. The Mall area known as the Ridge runs from Scandal Point upto Christ Church. Cart Road circles the southern part of Shimla. The rest of Shimla is
connected by a mass of lively bazaars and alleyways.More Info...