Set at the foot of the majestic mountains-Himalayas and flanked by lofty hills and snow clad peaks, Himachal Pradesh with its lush green forests, bubbling streams, emerald meadows and enchanting lakes makes a vertical conucopia that nestles in the lap of mother mature like her favourite child. It is quite correctly the Abode of the Gods
Providing a perfect escapade from the sweltering heat of the plains, Himachal is paradise for adventure activities like trekking, jeep safaris, paragliding and river rafting.It is famous for its culture, nature and attracts thousands of traveler every year who look forward to seeking shelter in the invigorating environment of the Himalayas.Unexplored regions of the state still are a mystery to most tourists
Simla Glorified in history, the erstwhile summer capital of India during The Raj, Simla is derived by a Sanskrit word "Shyamla a synonym of goddess Kali in blue, also its former name when discovered by the British in 1819. Situated in the north-west Himalayas at a height of 7200ft, Simla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh.
Spread across 12 kms of various cultivations, Simla is magnificently robed in dense forests of oak and pine, fur and rhododendron, Simla is a host of splendid colonial edifices, quaint cottages and charming walks. Spanning seven hills, Prospect, Observatory, Elysium, Jakhoo, Strawberry, Summerhill, Inverarm, with their lush green meadows, pine forests,. Undisturbed with the company of all that is beautiful ,cool breezes, lovely sunsets and quiet mountains, Simla offers a luxury that is priceless.
Simla is one of the few places in the world where an enormous amount of history and heritage has been distilled into such a small place in so short a time. The town came into being in the first quarter of the 19th century and some four decades later, became the "Summer Capital' of British India. Till the coming of India's independence in 1947, momentous events and memorable architecture packed the town...