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Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India


Shimla is the capital of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalayan foothills. Once the summer capital of British India, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Kalka-Shimla Railway, completed in 1903. It’s also known for the handicraft shops that line The Mall, a pedestrian avenue, as well as the Lakkar Bazaar, a market specializing in wooden toys and crafts.


Viceregal Lodge is perfect hotel to stay in Shimla. It is located near Rashtrapati Nivas, Observatory Hill, Near Summer Hill Railway Station. All facilities are available in this hotel.


Jakhoo Temple is an ancient temple in Shimla, dedicated to Hindu deity, Hanuman. It is situated on Jakhoo Hill, 2.5 km /1.3 miles east from the Ridge, Shimla at a height of 2,455 m (8,000 feet) above sea level. Shimla's highest peak offers a panoramic view of the Shivalik Ranges and the town of Sanjauli. An ancient "Lord Hanuman" temple is there and every year a big festival is held on Dussehra. You can go to the temple by foot (a steep climb) from Ridge (path behind the church) or can hire a pony/horse. Taxis are available too.


One legend goes that Lord Hanuman stopped there to rest while he was searching for the Sanjivni Booti to revive Lakshmana in the Epic Ramayana. On arrival at the temple signs advise visitors to secure all personal belongings and beware of the monkeys, which are everywhere. This is appropriate as the temple is in honour of the Monkey Lord.


Mall may refer to a shopping mall, a strip mall, a pedestrian street, or an esplanade (a long open area where people can walk).


Kufri is a small hill station in Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh state in India. It is located 20 km from the state capital Shimla on the National Highway No.22. Kufri with NH-22, Shimla district.
The name Kufri is derived from the word kufr meaning "lake" in the local language. Bear in the Kufri zoo.


The highest point in the surrounding region, Kufri has a Himalayan wild life zoo which hosts rare antelopes, felines and birds including the Himalayan monal, the state bird of Himachal Pradesh. During winter a meandering path through the potato plantations turns into a popular ski track.


It's a lush green meadows well maintained golf course where one can spend the entire day with a good book in hand and an eye for nature. This is a beautiful place.. very neat and clean and well maintained.


Green Valley is place is on the way from Kufri to Shimla with a lot of green mountains in the background. a good location for clicking pictures but since its very popular alot of tourist stops.It looks like green velvet. The lush dark green is a feast to the eyes. The serene beauty is worth stopping by and watching. 


This valley is full of greenery. Lovely nature and chirping birds and mesmerising from all over. On the way to Kufri from Shimla, you will get to see beautiful valley with lush green ranges. It seems that all the trees are very well trimmed and are grown in symmetry. Very eye catching and soothing scenic beauty.

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