Shimla is the capital of the state of Himachal Pradesh in northern India. This state is a tourist's paradise with many things to see, explore and be a part of. Experience Shimla Tourism through its clean air, fruit orchards, hills, colonial architecture and scenic spots.
It's no wonder why it's referred to as the ' Queen of the Hill Stations'. The British made it the summer capital because of its natural wonders and cool climate.During the off season the town is less crowded and can be explored at ease. Enquire before hand for staying while venturing for a Shimla Tourism tour. Its villages and rural areas give a glimpse of pristine nature. Here tourists, nature lovers, writers, adventurers etc will be satisfied. For heritage lovers there are tours organized by many private and government agencies as part of Shimla Tourism. In Shimla you can get to see the colonial bungalow of Alpine Heritage Inn, Chapslee an English manor, The Cecil a hotel where once Rudyard Kipling stayed etc. If you love nature then you can visit one of the 32 sanctuaries, 2 National Parks and 3 Game Reserves. Here you can see the different species of deer, birds, leopards etc. Also at Potter's Hill you will see a great diversity of flora and fauna. You can tent here or go horse riding. If you want to see the colours and culture of Shimla you should visit the numerous fairs and festivals here. Fairs like Lavi Fair, Summer Festival, Mahasu Jattar, Rohru Fair Pathar-Ka-Khel, Halog, Winter Sports Festival, Sipi Fair and Bharara Fair. The Summer Festival is held every May at Shimla. It is held on the famous ridge ground. Here you can see the performances of local folks, cultural programs by school children, performances by famous personalities etc. During winter go for ice-skating at the Winter Sports Festival. Shimla has Asia's only natural ice skating rink which is always full with skaters from early December till February. Every evening there are also fancy dress carnivals, ice hockey and dances.
Shimla Tourism also consists of Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh and Christian pilgrimage places.
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