High destined city, Shimla

Nine-hour nonstop journey by train, not a sacrifice to enjoy a beautiful city and wonderful! A journey that gives so much experience Old Delhi Railway, from this station, Howrah Kalka Mail Express will take passengers to Kalka, about five hours. Upon arrival at Kalka, felt the wind in the morning bone.

The Incredible Toy Train
Shivalik Express ready to take you through the mountains to Shimla. Shivalik Himalayas is a series of the lowest. Shivalik Express trains are not as common because of its shape like a toy train but its super power able to power up the mountain .

Traveling with Shivalik Express is a very unique experience. The position of the seats facing each other, and each car has a special staff to handle these cars. Shivalik Express is only left in the morning from Kalka to Shimla. Along the way, in addition to being pampered with beautiful mountain views, a cup of hot tea or coffee is presented in front of you. Packed breakfast menu.

Parents face Shimla City
Shimla is a small town situated at an altitude of more than 2000 meters. Before visiting this place, make sure first that your body is ready with a cold temperature, even very cold in the winter.

Exactly at 12 noon, the train arrived in Shimla. Like the existing stations in tourist areas generally, the visitors will be greeted by the illegal tourist guides. So, should you make hotel reservations in advance, to avoid confusion.
Shimla City is a very comfortable place to walk. Especially in the area The Ridge, The Mall, and Scandal Point. Three areas are non-vehicle areas. This policy makes free Shimla pollution. The air is clean and fresh. Moreover, by walking you'll likely enjoy a series of mountains that enclose this small town.

Series of mountains with terraced peak of the Himalayas are covered with eternal snow, is the beautiful scenery you'll meet. In addition a row of shop windows lined up along the Mall, adding to the fun event "eye wash" you.

At The Mall, whatever you want, can be found in this region. Ranging from clothing shops to cafes. Not only local products, but also imported products. If you walk down along the stairs of the Mall, then you will arrive in the Middle Bazaar. Though not as pretty as the Mall, you'll find many local products such as handbags and socks with cheaper prices.

Meanwhile, in the area of The Ridge, you can see a towering church. Church with the yellow walls of this is the second oldest church in India. Also in the area of The Ridge also have a library, a few cafes and bars, and park benches that could be where you just relax enjoying the sunshine and sunset.

Although his age was no longer young, Shimla City remains "fresh" eyes. Governments and citizens are keeping the authenticity of the existing building since the British colonial era this. The old buildings are not only in untreated conditions, but also continue to work until now.

Temple at Peak Hill
There are several other interesting places not far from the Shimla city, the Viceregal Lodge and Botanical Garden (less than 5km from Scandal Point), Himachal State Museum (3km west of Scandal Point) and Jakhu Temple in northern city (about 45 minutes walking from Scandal Point). If you want to visit Jakhu Temple, the most appropriate time is in the morning, because the air is still very fresh and the sun is not too hot.

Prepare your physical because of the way to the Temple Jakhu requires high stamina and unyielding spirit. The road to this temple and is always climbing up the hill occasionally. Along the way, you can see the behavior of monkeys hanging from the trees. Jakhu Temple is a temple dedicated to worship the monkey god, Hanuman. Lots of monkeys around the temple. Careful! Because they can suddenly become hostile and attack the visitors. Fortunately, before entering the temple, you can rent a goad these apes.

Arriving at the temple. You can feel the atmosphere. There are several park benches for you to sit to rest with a breath of fresh air from the surrounding forest that surrounds the temple. This temple is the highest peak north of the Ridge. From this temple, we can see the sights Shimla City at the bottom and so was snowy Himalayan peaks.