Shimla is a beautiful place, called as a heaven on earth. One would, of course, like to spend days in Shima, but if you have only a day’s time in here, you can visit the following places.
State Museum
This museum was opened in 1974. It showcases ancient sculptures, paintings, ethnic dresses, musical instruments, ornaments, etc.
Address: State Museum, Chaura Maidan Rd, Chaura Maidan, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171004, India
Visiting time: 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM; 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Christ Church, 30 minutes drive
Christ Church
It is a second oldest church in North India. The Christ Church of Shimla displays neo-gothic style of architecture in a romantic surrounding.
You can also stroll around the Ridge, which is a large open space located at the center of Shimla.
Address: Mall Road, Lakkar Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India
Contact: +91 177 265 2953
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Jakhoo hill and temple, 30 minutes drive
Jakhoo hill and temple
Jakhoo is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Since it is situated on the Jakhoo hill, it is named so. The temple encompasses beautiful landscape.
Address: Jakhu Temple Park, Jakhu, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India
Time to spend: 1.5 hours
Next destination: Rashtrapati Niwas, 40 minutes drive
Rashtrapati Niwas
The Rashtrapati Niwas of Shima was formerly a summer home for the British Viceroys of India. It is also known as Viceregal lodge. The present day, it is owned by Indian Institute of Advanced Study.
Address: Rashtrapati Nivas, Observatory Hill, Near Summer Hill Railway Station, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171005, India
Visiting time: 10:30 AM to 05:00 PM; Monday closed
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Shimla railway station- Kalka, 35 minutes drive
Kalka-Shimla railway
It is a narrow gauge railway route from Kalka to Shimla. The route traverses through dramatic hill views and villages. It is also one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in India.
Address: Kalka Shimla Railway, Himachal Pradesh
Time to spend: 1 hour
You can also hire a car on day rental in Shimla and enjoy sightseeing hassle-free.
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