Things To Do In Shimla

Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh, it is spread over an area of 25 sq km at a height of 7,238 ft. Shimla is surrounded by pine, deodar, and oak forests. Its well-developed amenities, easy reach, and various tourist attractions make it one of India’s most popular hill stations.

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1) Toy train ride

Kalka – Shimla toy train ride is one of the first thing  that comes in mind when one talks about what to do in Shimla. It is one of  the best acitivities to do in Shimla Watch the other end of the train from your  window as the toy-train moves like a snake on the curved tracks.

2) Shopping at Lakkar  Bazar

Shopping at Lakkar Bazaar is  one of the best activities to do in Shimla. The long stretch of shops on either  side offers some of the finest woodwork artefacts. Apart from artefacts, you  can also buy winter wears at a very cheap price.

3) Ice skating: Asia’s Only Open-Air Ice  Skating Rink

Enjoy the open-air ice  skating rink in Shimla during peak winters. It is one of the best things to do  in Shimla. The rink attracts thousands of people every year in search of an  amazing ice skating experience.

4) Rafting At  Tattapani

Rafting Tattapani is  simply a heaven for adventure lovers. It is located 50 km from Shimla which is  nestled on the banks of Satluj, the region is popular for its natural hot water  springs, lush green valleys, and one of the finest rafting experiences that  attract thousands of tourist every year.

5) Trekking

Trekking is one of the best activities to do in Shimla. The  place has many destination for Short treks such as Kali Bari Temple, Jakhoo  Hill Trek tec.

6) Camping

Camping in Shimla is is  another adventurous thing to do. This hill station is also an abode for many  trekking expeditions, trekkers can find some great spots to set up camp and  spend the night amidst the woods.

7) Paragliding

Paragliding is one of  best the adventure activities in Shimla that you must try. Shimla is blessed with the finest natural landscapes  which makes a perfect place to take a dive in the sky. 

8) Cycling

Shimla is a great place to go  cycling without any worry and spend time with yourself. Enjoy cycling around the  water catchment wildlife sanctuary which will be perfect pick for a lazy day.

9) Golfing at Naldhera

Golfing at Naldhera is one of  the best things to do in Shimla. The wonderful atmosphere adds up to an amazing  golfing experience providing you with 18 hole golf course. This place has the  most attractive golf course surrounded by charming splendors.

10) Bird watching Paradise

Shimla is blessed with bounties of wildlife, water catchment  sanctuary is truly a heaven for bird lovers. You will lost in the mesmerizing  view of the sparkling streams which houses wildlife creatures like Tits,  Barbets, Musk Deer, Flycatchers, Thrushes and other varieties of birds chirping  in the quiet forest.

11) Skiing

There is a hillock sitting  at an altitude of 2622 meters that calls out to all those who wish to try their  hands on skiing. You can also try out Heliskiing, which is reached by  helicopter instead of a ski lift and is a little heavier on the pockets.  

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