Shimla
Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh, India
Shimla, also known as Simla, is one of the largest cities in the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. In... Read More
Why is Shimla known
- A moderately populated location
- Friendly locals
- A famous tourist destination
- Hill station with ample scenic beauty
- Heavily driven by tourism sector
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Insights about Shimla
New developments
- A two-laned 37km Kangra-Shimla Road is under construction
- There have been plans to add more residences in the city, keeping in mind the geographical conditions of the place
- Constant initiatives have been made to boost the tourism industry of the city, which is one of the major sources of income
What is good in Shimla
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- Toy train from Kalka covers 96 km via 20 historic stations.
- Bypass Package II four-laning NH-5 from Shakral to Dhalli decongests city and improves traffic flow.
- Direct overnight buses from Delhi cover 357 km in 8.5 hours.
- HPTDC Reservation Office at 0177 265 2561 for tour bookings.
- Car rentals available for self-drive or chauffeur-driven personalized trips.
What can be better in Shimla
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- Vehicle capping not enforced, over 85,000 cars enter in 72 hours during peak seasons.
- Shimla's narrow roads, poor surface quality, and potholes create gridlock and increase accident risks, especially in winter.
- Walking is essential due to unreliable local transport and steep terrain.