Shimla Tranquil Getaway Inthe Hills

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Shimla, the current capital of the Northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, lies at a height of 7200 feet above sea level .This hill station is unparalled for the views of deodar and rhododendron forests that it affords. In the winter, the snow covers this town in a white blanket, attracting tourists wishing to experience a typical Himalayan winter.

Shimla is well connected to the major cities in Northern India by road. The nearest airport is12 km away at Jubarhatti. Tourists can travel the 96 km distance up the mountain by the UNESCO World Heritage Kalka Shimla Mountain railway. The journey is awe inspiring as the toy train traverses over 700 loops and 103 tunnels.

Shimla has been a fave tourist destination since the 1860s. Shimla tour packages usually cover the Himachal tourist circuit of Shimla-Kullu-Manali. Sightseeing tours in Shimla cover the local markets selling woollen garments, wooden artefacts and dry fruits. Local tourist attractions include the Mall, the Ridge, Jakhoo hill, Annandale, summer hill and the neighbouring towns of Mashobra, Kufri, Chail and Naldehra. The 33-metre-tall Sankatmochan Hanuman ...
... statue is at a height of 8500 feet and is the highest statue in the world.

Following are some popular Shimla hotels:

Clarkes Hotel

Clarkes is a 4 star heritage hotel situated along the Mall Road. The rooms are spacious and furnished like old English homes. The staff is attentive and renowned for their hospitality. The coffee shop and cafeteria on the premises provide vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. The hotel rooms have a minibar and room service. The garden of this property is beautiful and is one of the most beautiful locations for an outdoor meal.

Wildflower Hall

This Oberoi Hotel is a 5 star heritage hotel situated in a 22-acre pine and deodar forest. This hotel was the former residence of Viceroy Lord Kitchener .The heritage building recreates the splendour of the colonial era. The hotel offers facilities like Wireless internet access in all rooms and public areas, 24-hour Business Centre, 24-hours room service, personal butler and concierge service and laundry facilities.

The property has a fitness centre and spa, beauty salon and boutique shop on the premises. The hotel has both indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools. The restaurants, coffee shop and lounge bar are geared to let the guest unwind. The rooms and suites are opulently furnished and equipped with all modern amenities.