Shimla: Hillstation in India

Shimla, the summer capital of the erstwhile British Rajof friends who want a weekend break from one of
is the beautiful hill station nestling in the cradle called thethe nearby cities.
Himalayas . Inhabited by rosy cheeked, light footedIf you fall in any of these categories, you could avail
Himachalis, this city commands a majestic view of thethe many travel and accommodation opportunities
mountains and occasional visits from low slung clouds.being offered by With new flights under way by Air
To get to this heaven in the mountains, the simplestDeccan you can avail the lowest and most economical
way would be by air while the railway and roadairfares on MakeMyTrip.com, which will run between
transport have their own pros and cons. A walk on theShimla and Delhi on a regular basis thus allowing fast
famous Mall Road flanked with trinkets and garmentsand comfortable travel to one of your favourite
on either side, a rickety bus ride along the curves ofdestinations. On your arrival at Shimla, numerous
the mountains, a cable car that takes you to theoptions await your decision with enticing hotel
heights of another gargantuan mountain top, a meal fitcategories and their locations. You could choose from
for a king at the endless choices of hotels anda budget hotel, 5 star hotel, holiday resort or even a
restaurants or an evening at the Gaiety Theatrequaint little guest house. All these options are available
where you can re visit the grandeur of the past; allon with prices as low as Rs. 1,000 can be availed at
these are what form the essence of Shimla and more.budget accommodations like The Little Inn escalating to
If you think it all ends here, think again; Shimla keeps its5 star hotel like Radisson Jass with prices starting
tourists fresh with the cool weather in summers andfrom only Rs. 4,830 and all your comforts thrown in for
with a healthy warm glow from within in winters whilegood measure and finally to hotels like Oberoi
the outdoor activities keep you ready and raring to go.Wildflower Hall which offers luxurious accommodations
Skating, trekking, golf and animal safaris are what youand allow you to lead a life of grandeur. With all these
could keep yourself occupied with. All in all, Shimla is aoptions awaiting you, pack your bags and avail these
paradise for honeymooners, families and even a groupsurprisingly refreshing offers before they sell out!