Nearby Attractions in Shimla

Nearby Attractions in Shimla

The nearby attractions in Shimla are mainly related to nature and its beauties though there are some exceptions. The sightseeing in Shimla is offered by the private vehicles that transport you to all the places of interest in Shimla.

The main attractions in Shimla are its climate and lush green vegetation. There are many photographic spots in Shimla that offer panoramic views with their tranquil sweetness. Carrying a good digital camera is essential in these places to capture all the memories of the lovely spots.

Last Updated: 15/06/2012

• Rampur

  Himachal Pradesh

  Distance from Shimla :100 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :1h, 41 m

  Rampur, situated at an altitude of 924 meters above sea level is one of the important commercial centers of Himachal Pradesh. During 18th century, at the time of the rule of Bushahr Empire, Rampur was used as the capital city. This place is located on the banks of the river Sutlej. There is an ancie...

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• Kalapathar

  Himachal Pradesh

  Distance from Shimla :85 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :1h, 20 m

  Kalapathar is located at an altitude of 2673 meters above sea level and it has a famous religious shrine which could be accessed on foot or by vehicles. It has the shrine of Giriganga and is 7 km away from this place. The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation has established Giriganga Res...

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• Annandale

  Shimla

  Distance from Shimla :4 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :0h, 7 m

  Annandale is the playground of Shimla where the games like cricket and polo are played. It is located at a height of 6,117 feet. Dances and celebrations were held in this ground during the British rule. The fairs are held in this place since the year 1839.   The name Annandale was given by Ca...

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• Sanjauli

  Shimla

  Distance from Shimla :4 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :0h, 5 m

  Sanjauli is the main suburb of Shimla and is located below the Jakhu Hill. The Sanjauli Dahli tunnel made by the British is very famous here.   There is a very old Government College located in Sanjauli and this was the first degree college set up in Shimla and this was established in 1969. M...

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• Seven Hills of Shimla

  Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

  Distance from Shimla :0 km;

  Shimla has seven hills and it gives opportunities for the visitors to explore them. These hills are   1. Prospect Hill located in the western part of Shimla 2. Summer Hill also in the western Shimla 3. Observatory Hill in western Shimla, the place of the Indian Institute of Advanced Study ...

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• Prospect Hill

  Shimla

  Distance from Shimla :8 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :0h, 12 m

  Prospect Hill is situated at a height of 2155 meters above sea level. You can reach the place from Boileauganj walking along the Shimla Bilaspur road. The unspoken beauty of this hill attracts tourists to this place.   This is an ideal place for walking and trekking and from the hill you can ...

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• Gorton Castle

  Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

  Distance from Shimla :5 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :0h, 7 m

  The Gorton Castle is the Gothic structure designed by the architect Sir Swinton Jacob and has the jaali works of Rajasthan. This building was completed in 1904 and this served as the Civil Secretariat of the British government.   The office of the Accountant General is located here at present...

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• The Combermere Bridge

  The Mall, Shimla

  Distance from Shimla :2 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :0h, 5 m

  The Combermere Bridge is one of the important landmarks of the Mall. The old bridge was constructed by Lord Combermere in 1928. Under this bridge is a big stone tank to supply water to the land. The bridge of the present day was built in the year 1971-72. With the Cart Road, Indira Gandhi Khel Paris...

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• Gaiety Theatre

  The Mall Road, Shimla

  Distance from Shimla :6 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :0h, 9 m

  6 km 9 min   Gaiety Theatre was designed by the architect Henry Irwin. It was opened on 30th May 1887. The upper portion of the building was dismantled in 1911 on safety grounds. This is the home of the Amateur Dramatic Club of Shimla and its formal inauguration was conducted in 1888. The bes...

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• Chadwick Falls

  Shimla

  Distance from Shimla :7 km;

  Time to Reach from Shimla :0h, 9 m

  Chadwick Falls is located at an altitude of 1586 meters and is one of the favorite places of tourists visiting Shimla. Annual festival is celebrated here by the locals during the month of April.   It is located on the western side of Gaiety Theatre beyond the Summer Hill. If you walk along th...

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