Tourist Attractions in Shimla

Jakhoo Temple

Distance from Fairmount ~ Just 15 mins.

Very famous temple of Lord Hanuman with a legend that says He stopped there to rest while searching for Sanjivni Booti. Jakhu temple is also famous for its Dushehra celebrations and ringing the bell for Good luck in the temple. Close enough to Fairmount with a walking distance, the temple is one great attraction to start your day in Shimla.

The Mall

Distance from Fairmount ~ Just 2.9 kms.

Most of Shimla’s landmarks are located here. The Mall further joins the Ridge at the ‘Scandal Point’ of Kipling’s Shimla, where a statue of the nationalist leader Lala Lajpat Rai has been erected.This is the main shopping centre of Shimla with restaurants. This is especially pleasant in the evenings when the views and lights are wonderful.

The Church

Distance from Fairmount ~ Just 3 kms.

You’d be close to yourself and Faith, Hope, Charity, Fortitude, Patience and Humility once you visit the second oldest church in North India, after St John’s Church in Meerut. Built in the neo-Gothic style in 1857, you cannot miss the grand and most prominent landmark in Shimla where worship is conducted both in Hindi and English. What a spiritual way to begin your day and spend a peaceful evening with a visit.

Kufri

Distance from Fairmount ~ Just 12 kms.

With Himalayan Wild Life Zoo at the highest point in Shimla, Kufri hosts rare antelopes and birds and the ambiance will amaze you with Mother Nature. Interestingly, Kufri was once a part of Kingdom of Nepal until 1819. If you’re an adventure freak, it’d be a great time for you to hike through to the Mahasu Peak.

Naldhera

Distance from Fairmount ~ Just 15 kms.

One of the most beautiful and oldest golf course at Naldhera attracts every golf player to nature lover for being a favorite camping site. Built under the sharp supervision of Lord Curzon, 9n early 1900s, the place is an example of scenic beauty surrounded by a thick mane of Himalayan Cedar. Interestingly, the place was named under Curzon’s third daughter Alexandra Naldehra. Enjoy the sport and the scenes in your visit to Shimla and you would love your choice.

Tattapani

Distance from Fairmount ~ Just 44 kms.

Tattapani literally means “Hot Water”. Hot water springs sprout here just on the bank of river Sutlej. The hot water has a high sulphur content along with other rare elements, which are very good for the skin.