Nestled in the Himalayas, the world’s mightiest mountain ranges, Himachal is blessed with some of the most spectacular and beautiful landscapes anywhere, it is a travelers paradise- mighty snow peaks, deep gorges, lush green valleys, misty woods, fast flowing rivers, enchanting lakes and flower filled meadows.
Situated in the north-west Himalayas, Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Spread across 12 Kms cultivations, Shimla is magnificently robed in dense forests of oak and pine, fur and rhododendron, and it is best to travel here on the slow train from Kalka. Shimla also is a convenient base for variety of adventure sports such as Skiing, Trekking, Fishing and Golfing etc.
The Nepalese call Shimla (it was once part of Nepal), Shyamala, another mane of the Hindu goddess Kali. But the Himachal town became an important destination only after the British made it the summer capital of India. From then onwards every summer till 1939, it played host to the British administration, the scene of a hectic social life: balls, bridges and parades. Shopping is a wonderful experience here, such is the variety. Exquisitely designed shawls of Kunnaur, the distinctive woolen caps of Kullu, and the embroidered handkerchiefs of Chamba accent their colorful, festive clothing. The Kangra Valley School of paintings are other popular souvenirs.
