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A Week in Shimla: Exploring the Heritage and Natural Beauty

liyaqath ahammed

liyaqath ahammed

17 Nov 2023

Join me on a 7-day adventure to Shimla, Himāchal Pradesh, India. Discover the rich history at Army Heritage Museum and Viceregal Lodge. Immerse yourself in nature at Camp Off The City and Gorton Castle. Explore the cultural gems like Himachal State Museum and Kali Bari Temple. Visit iconic landmarks such as Bantony Castle, Combermere Bridge, and Dorje Drak Monastery. Experience spirituality at The Main Jonang Takten Phuntsok Choeling Buddhist Monastery, Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo, and Christ Church. Enjoy the vibrant arts scene at Gaiety Theatre shimla, Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex Shimla, and Town Hall. Finally, unwind with a memorable camping experience at SevenOcean Camping.

Trip to Shimla

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Viator

Day 1
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$57

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$ 3

Army Heritage Museum
Cozy museum space offering educational displays on national army history, with weapons & uniforms.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$15
27 - 33 min

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Viceregal Lodge
This palatial former summer home of British viceroys, now a government office, offers guided tours.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$42
Day 2
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$38

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$ 3

Camp Off The City
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$23
26 - 32 min

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Gorton Castle
Originally constructed in the 19th century, this landmark castle boasts neo-Gothic architecture.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
Day 3
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$30

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$ 3

Himachal State Museum
Art & artifacts such as ancient tools, dolls, coins & traditional garments in a Victorian mansion.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$15
20 - 24 min

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Kali Bari Temple, Shimla
Circa-1845 hilltop temple accessible by stairs & popular for picturesque mountain views.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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$15
Day 4
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$38

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$ 3

Bantony Castle
Colonial-era Maharaja palace with Tudor architecture & expansive grounds, slated to become a museum.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$23
10 - 15 min

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Combermere Bridge
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
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$8
22 - 27 min

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Dorje Drak Monastery
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$8
Day 5
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$14

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$ 3

The Main Jonang Takten Phuntsok Choeling Buddhist Monastery
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
20 - 24 min

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Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo
Scenic mountaintop Hindu temple with a massive sculpture of Lord Hanumaan & many wild monkeys.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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$6
11 - 16 min

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Christ Church, Shimla
Neo-Gothic-style church in scenic, romantic surrounds with stained glass & a pipe organ.
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$45

Gaiety Theatre shimla
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$15
3 - 4 min

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Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex Shimla
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$23
3 - 4 min

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Town Hall
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
Day 7
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$23

SevenOcean Camping 🏕
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$23

Budget breakdown: $256 In total

Activities & Food:$243
Transport:$13