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Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, is the most popular tourist spot here. The Mall Road located here is called the heart of this city. While Mall Road (Scandal Point) offers spectacular views of the high mountains all around, it is liked for the panoramic view of Town Hall and Ridge City. Apart from this, there are restaurants, cafes, shops of woolen clothes, handicrafts, traditional jewelery and books on the roadside which are very popular with the tourists. For this reason there is a lot of crowd here. In this article we will know about those places which are full of natural beauty and here you can spend time peacefully.
When you talk to someone about the places to visit in Shimla, he will definitely take the name of Mall Road. Actually, this is a place about which most of the people know. If you are also planning to go to Shimla this summer season, then know which places should be explored. The picturesque views here will make your summer holidays memorable.
Explore Kufri
You can go to Kufri located at a short distance from Shimla. The weather here is very pleasant in summer. Fresh cool air will make your mind happy. Apart from this, beautiful views of the Himalayas are visible from here. Apart from horse riding, you can do adventure activities like zip-lining, bungee injection etc. In Kufri, you can also explore places like go-karting in Fun World, Himalayan Nature Park.
The views of Glen Forest are spectacular
If you want to go to a place amidst nature where there is no crowd and you feel complete peace, then Glen Forest is the spot. The view of tall pine and cedar trees here is spectacular. Apart from this, the calm environment here gives you inner peace.
take a toy train ride
If you go to Shimla then definitely travel on Kalka-Shimla toy train. This train passes through tunnels, bridges and during this journey through valleys full of greenery, it will become one of the most memorable moments in your life. This place looks very beautiful in summer and when the cool breeze touches your face, this journey will become even more wonderful.
Jakhu Temple
You must also explore Jakhu Temple in Shimla. This will add spiritual experience to your trip and this place is also very beautiful. About 108 feet statue of Hanuman ji is installed here. You will have to trek about 2.5 kilometers or you can take a taxi. The most popular is Jakhu Ropeway. With this you will reach the temple in 5 to 6 minutes. There are dense cedar trees all around and it is situated on Jakhu hill, the highest point here.
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Chadwick Falls is an amazing place
If you have some time to travel then you should explore Chadwick Falls in Shimla. This place is located at a distance of approximately 6 kilometers. This is a picnic spot where the view of the waterfall is spectacular. This waterfall falling from a height of 100 feet will give you relief even in the scorching heat and this place is also photogenic.
