The Mall
22222The Mall, packed with shops and eateries, is the centre of attraction of the town. At the top end of the Mall is Scandal Point, a large open square with a view of the town-a favourite rendezvous for visitors and the local people. Overlooking it is the elegant Christ Church with its fine stained glass windows. The labyrinth of Shimla's bazaars spill over the edge of the Mall.

Kufri
22222Kufri is a tiny hill station located 19-kms from Shimla on the National Highway No.22. It is famous for its trekking and hiking trails. Adventure-seeking travelers throng Kufri in winters to enjoy skiing and tobogganing along its snow-covered slopes. The Skiing season spreads between November to February and the tourist inflow is at its peak during winters.

Viceregal lodge
22222Housed in the Gothic splendour of the Viceregal Lodge is the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, India's premier academy for higher research.

Himachal State Museum
22222Very close to the Institute, in a colonial building set in spacious lawns, is the museum. It has collections of Pahariminiatures, stone sculpture, local handicrafts, textiles and embroidery.

Annandale
22222Annandale Hill is Shimla's highest point, is rewarding for there are superb views of the town and its surroundings. At the top is an old Hanuman temple at a distance of 2 Km. A pretty picnic spot beyond Annandale is located in the thickly Wooded Glen, beside a sparkling stream at a distance of 4 Km.

The Hills
22222Jakhoo Hill is Shimla's highest point, is rewarding for there are superb views of the town and its surroundings. At the top is an old Hanuman temple at a distance of 2 Km.
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Chadwick Falls
2222Just beyond Summer Hill is the 67 m waterfall, cascading into a deep gorge. The Falls are best seen after the monsoon.

Temples
2222Among the little temples dotted around Shimla is the ancient temple of Bihargaon - a splendid example of traditional Himachal architecture. Just short of Shimla are the temples of Tara Devi and Sankat Mochanb.