So Today let's talk about Queens of Hills, Shimla. How long were you Planning?
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| Kufri, Shimla |
Shimla is one of the best hill stations in best places to visit northern India. Shimla has a movement of peace for all of you that you might not find in the urban run. You can spend your never forgetting movements of your life here. You can come here with your partner, friends & families too. If you also want to have adventures activities, Shimla will not disappoint you in that too.
So lets talk about two to three days of low budget trip to Shimla.
You will come to know where to visit in Shimla and how much it cost with less time and low budget.
Must visit Places in Shimla
1. Toy Train
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| Kalka-Shimla Toy Train |
This is UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India and it is 150 years old. Kalka to Shimla toy train should be your top priority. it will show you breathtaking view of Shimla while passing through hills. It is beautiful to see the other end of the train. The best time to see view is early in the morning so that you can see the beautiful Sunrise with the birds twitter and feel the fresh air.
Time Duration :- 5 to 6 hours
2. The Mall Road
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| The Mall Road |
The Mall Road of Shimla is full of cleanness and well maintained. The best time to walk on mall road is 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Must take early morning and evening walk on Mall road with your loved once but shops will open after 9 am. you can also enjoy the beauty of sunset at valley.. You can also do some shopping which will cost you high. Do not forget to try some popular food outlets like Tripti, Sher-E-Punjab and Guptajee's Vaishnav Restaurant, you can taste fresh Bhel puri with slightly different taste at local bhel puri wala near Simla Club at Mall Road.
Time Duration :- 2 to 3 hours
The path of the ridge will pass through mall road. The Ridge, Shimla is an open space and a hub of cultural activities. Statue of Mahatma Gandhi, Beautiful fountain, Here you can get a good view of photo shoot.
Time Duration :- 1 to 2 hours
4. Lakkad Bazar
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| Lakkad Bazar |
Do not forget to hike at Lakkad Bazar, Shimla. It is near to mall road and ridge where things made of wood will be offered.
Time Duration :- 2 to 3 hours
Price Starting From :- 150 to 500 INR
5. Kufri
If you are traveling after January then you should go to Kufri for snow view. It is 45 minutes drive away from the Mall Road. Kufri is popular for adventures activities in Shimla, here you can go for activities as mentioned below, however you have to see the cost of these activities.
Cab driver will offer you multiple site location view in kufri for one day trip but believe me if you truly want to enjoy for all tourist places then one day is not enough. So for one day visit you should go for adventures activities or you can book a hotel in kufri for more time.
Cost :- 300 to 800 INR per activity
Time :- 30 to 60 minutes per activity
6. Jakhoo Temple
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| Jakhoo Temple |
Jakhoo Temple in Shimla is at the Highest peak of Shimla. A giant 108 feet tall Idol of Hanuman ji at Jakhoo hill.The statue of Hanuman ji is overlooks the city of Shimla. You can also see view of this idol from The Ridge as shown in picture.
Time Duration :- 1 to 2 hours
7. Christ Church
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| Christ Church |
Christ Church in Shimla is second oldest church in northern India, which is a place of devotion and a architectural beauty. It is located at the Ridge, Shimla.
Time Duration :- 30 minutes
Best place to eat in Shimla
Shimla is not only known for its valley views, snow view and adventures activities but also another attraction is the fresh delicious food of Shimla. From street hawker to shops, restaurants and hotel, as if serving Himachals unmatched love in your plate. Whether it is mouth watering Bhel Puri, Tandoori Chicken, Butter Chicken or simply plain and delicious Vegetarian foods, it will make you stay here.
Travel Explore has tasted the Best restaurants of Shimla, which you can see in the list.
- Guptajee's Vaishnav Bhojanalya
Attractive food and vegetarians restaurants at Mall Road, Shimla. Try their Thali.
Cost :- 150 INR per Thali
Cost :- 150 INR per Thali
- Local Bhel Puri Wala
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| Sadhu bhel puri wala |
Do not miss to try Bhel Puri from Sadhu Bhel Puri wala, he is standing adjacent to Simla Club at Mall Road.
Cost :- 20 rs.
Below is the list of other Restaurants and Shops at Mall Road, Shimla which you must give visit if you have time.
So it was all about yummylicious food. The taste of Shimla's food is fresh, different and very good.
Now here are some FAQ for you..
Below is the list of other Restaurants and Shops at Mall Road, Shimla which you must give visit if you have time.
1. Sher-E- Punjab at Mall Road is famous for Best Non-veg Restaurant at Shimla.
2. Tripti at Mall Road is famous for south India
3. Indian coffee house at Mall Road. Must try their jam toast, coffee and sambar vadda.
4. Lord's Cafe at Mall Road. You can taste variety of yummy sandwiches
2. Tripti at Mall Road is famous for south India
3. Indian coffee house at Mall Road. Must try their jam toast, coffee and sambar vadda.
4. Lord's Cafe at Mall Road. You can taste variety of yummy sandwiches
So it was all about yummylicious food. The taste of Shimla's food is fresh, different and very good.
Now here are some FAQ for you..
Q. How to reach Shimla ?
Ans: You can take flight, train or road route to reach Shimla but train route will be the cheapest, comfortable and fun.If you are going to opt flight then you need to take flight till Chandigarh and from there you can opt for cab, bus or train. Train to Shimla will start from kalka railway station which is next railway station from Chandigarh railway station.
If you are going to travel by train then look for train till Kalka Railway Station and from there
enjoy ride with toy train. Best train is shivalik express from Kalka to Shimla at 5 a.m.
Buses are also available from different cities and will drop you at Shimla bus stand.
Driving by road will depend on distance and cost from city you going to travel.
Toy Train: Time :- 5 hours , Cost - INR 300 to 600 per person
Flight: Time :- 2 hours (till Chandigarh ) , Cost - INR 2000 to 4000 per person
Bus: Time :- 4 hours (From Chandigarh ), Cost - INR 600 to 1000 per person
Cab Time :- 3 hours (From Chandigarh) , Cost - INR 2000 to 4000
Bike Time:- 3 hours (From Chandigarh) , Cost - INR 2000 to 3000
Best time to visit Shimla: December to February for snow fall and view.
Q. Things to do in Shimla ?
Ans: First do not forget to take a toy train. For this, you have to take the shivalik express train which will show you a breathtaking view of Shimla. The best time to take toy train early in the morning around 5 a.m. Through this you will get to see that beautiful mesmerizing and never forgetting view of the valley.Best things to do in Shimla
- Toy Train Ride should be top on the list
- Walk at Mall Road
- Shopping at Lakkad Bazar
- Visit to Christ Church
- Short trip to Kufri
- Give visit to Jakhoo Temple
- Horse riding to Mahashu Peak
Adventures Activities In Shimla, like:-
- Go Karting,
- Skiing,
- Bungy Ejection
- Horse Riding
- Trekking
Q. Where to stay in Shimla in low budget?
Ans: B&B Backwood Hotel at the end of Mall Road, Shimla. It can be choice of Cheap price Hotel in Shimla. It is near to CM House. Nice location, less price and amazing interior. They will charge you approx Rs. 2000, 1 room for 2 days 3 nights. But only problem is they are always pre booked and full. |
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| Hotel Near Mall Road at Shimla |
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| Inexpensive Hotel at Shimla |
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| Reasonable Hotels in Shimla |
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| Best view Hotel at Shimla |
Things to Carry for Shimla
You can also shop at Mall Road, price range will starting from Rs.200 to 2000 depending on the brand or local street shopping.
- Woolen Coat, Cap, Hand gloves, Socks and Jacket etc.
- Tracking Shoes or Fleet Shoes
- Aviator Goggles
- Body Lotion
- Cold Cream
- Water bottle
- Carry Bag
- Chocolate and energy bar
- First Aid kit for an emergency
Tips for you :-
- Kalka to Shimla vice versa convenient travel will be through Toy Train although it will consume your 5 hours and similar or more time will be taken by cab and bus but by toy train with relaxing seats you will get chance to meet other travelers, can enjoy amazing view of the valley and you will love to Taste fresh food at local railway stations.
- If you want to stay for long go for Dharamshala, Hostel or Paying Guest in Rs. 100 per Day to Rs. 8000 per month.
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