| Impressive hills and dense greens form the key | | | | of Advanced Study. |
| elements of Shimla – the summer capital of India. | | | | Seven Hills |
| Located at an average height of 2,200 meter, the hill | | | | This is the most fascinating element of Shimla that |
| station offers picturesque countryside, wonderful | | | | draws a number of tourists from all over the world. |
| climate and viable social standards for nature lovers | | | | The seven hills standing majestically in the valley are |
| and honeymooners. Apart from that, the colonial | | | | Prospect Hill (with the temple of Kamna Devi), |
| heritage that is retained in its grand old buildings | | | | Summer Hill (with the Himachal Pradesh University), |
| makes all the history buffs fall in love with it. | | | | Observatory Hill (with the Indian Institute of |
| Magnetic Attractions | | | | Advanced Study), Invererarm (with the State |
| Himachal State Museum & Library | | | | Museum), Bantony (with the Grand Hotel), Jakhoo |
| Showcasing a rare collection of ancient historical | | | | (with the Hanuman temple) and Elysium (with |
| sculptures, paintings, coins, photos and other items | | | | Auckland House and Longwood). |
| from all over the state and various other parts of | | | | Adventure Activities |
| the world – this museum houses many historical | | | | While enjoying Shimla vacations, all the adventure |
| books and manuscripts. | | | | enthusiasts can go for exciting activities like fishing, |
| Vice Regal Lodge & Botanical Gardens | | | | golfing, mountaineering, paragliding, ice skating, skiing |
| Popular as Rashtrapati Niwas, this huge structure is | | | | and trekking. Moreover if you wish to enjoy the |
| located on the Observatory Hill. Completed in 1888, | | | | most colourful festivities, the city becomes alive |
| this six-story building is surrounded by well-maintained | | | | during Ice Skating Carnival, Rhyali Festival and |
| gardens and lawns. It is now converted into Institute | | | | Summer Festival. |