2. • Shimla originally used to be the summer
capital of the East India Company. After
India achieved independence, Shimla was
declared the capital of Himachal Pradesh.
• Shimla, the “queen of hills”, is a beautiful
hill town in the lap of nature, surrounded by
pine and deodar forests. Besides being the
ultimate summer retreat it remains an ideal
spot for adventure sports.
3. • TEMPERATURE
- Summer (Mar to Jun) – Max: 27*C, Min: 14*C
- Winter (Nov to Feb) - Max: 10*C, Min: -7*C
• The best season to visit Shimla is from April to August.
December & January are ideal for those wanting to visit
in winters.
4. • By Air
- Shimla has an airport in Jubbarhatti.
• By Train
- New Delhi to Kalka
• By Road
- From New Delhi/Chandigarh/Kalka