Affectionately
called the queen of hills, Shimla is one of the best getaways in terms of
unsurpassable beauty and colonial charm. And therefore, the wanderlust souls
are always on the lookout to explore more of it. Shimla has many famous
neighbors like Chail, Manali and Kufri; and there has been a lot of talk about
these places since time immemorial. So we have decided to bring an unsung yet
superb destination to the table- Kasauli.
Located at a
distance of 70 kms from Shimla, Kasauli is one of the most visit-worthy
destinations near Shimla and can be reached within two and half hours by road.
To make your trip more scenic, you should take the toy train ride. The train
won't take you directly to Kasauli but drop you at Dharampur- the nearest
station- which is located about 9 kms from Kasauli. Whistling through woods,
curves, tunnels, and bridges, the toy train ride lets you witness the
unblemished beauty of nature and make your journey truly blissful.
But the bliss
& adventure doesn't end here. Seeing the pure beauty of Kasauli is itself a
tranquil experience. Situated in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, away
from the crowded environment, this beautiful hamlet promises travelers a
peaceful vacay in the lap of nature.
Central Research
Institute, Sunset Point and Gurkha Fort are some of the key attractions in
Kasauli. Besides sightseeing, you can indulge in adventure activities like
paragliding, trekking, nature walks, etc. Timber Trail, Kalka Trek, Gilbert
Trail, Manki Point trek are some famous treks in Kasauli.
To chill, you
can visit the Kasauli Brewery, established by Edward Dyer in the 1820s. It is
one of the best places to unwind. One can binge on Tibetan delicacies like
momos and thukpas, savour on sidu and poppy seeds halwa while sipping refreshing
and invigorating flavored teas.
To visit this
beautiful hill station, April to June is the ideal time. For a staycation, you can search for hotels in Shimla Mall Road.
To make your vacay memorable, you can go for Marigold Sarovar Portico, Mashobra
Shimla, The Oberoi Cecil, Woodville Palace Hotel Shimla, or Radisson Jass
Shimla, as these are some of the best hotels in Shimla. These places promise you a world of
comfort without compromising on safety.
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