Shimla received its name from the name of goddess Shyamala Devi which is another name of goddess kali. The temple of Shyamala Devi is located in the dense forests of zakhu hills. In 1864 Shimla was declared as the summer capital of India. In 1903 a rail line was constructed between Kalka and Shimla. Shimla has been blessed with all the beauties. Dwelling on a panoramic location, the hilly town is surrounded by green pastures and snow-capped peaks. Even after unprecedented expansion, we can say about Shimla that it has tried to retain its colonial heritage, with grand old buildings, among which are the stately Vice regal Lodge, charming iron lamp posts and Anglo-Saxon names. The Mall, packed with shops and eateries, is the centre of attraction. It is the capital town of Himachal Pradesh and built over several hills and connecting ridges, is a place blessed with supreme natural beauty and year round refreshing weather with snowy peaks, thickly wooded mountains, diverse spectrum of Flora and Fauna, sky catching Glaciers, whistling streams and azure skies. To be here is to be in another world of peace and enjoy unmatched by any other hill station of the world. Shimla is the favorite place of honeymooners, families and youngsters who escape to the chanting heights to spend some time in the laps of nature. During the times of the Raj, Shimla was summer retreat of the British. Shimla is India's most popular hill resort and the favorite place for honeymooners. Located in the lower ranges of the Himalayas, it is surrounded by thick growth of pine, deodar, oak and rhododendron forest. You can have the view of snow-covered high ranges towards the north while the valleys produce the sounds of the streams and swaying fields. There are many colonial edifices to see within the city besides enjoying the nature's beauty with honeymoon in Shimla. Shimla holds a variety of adventure sports like Skiing, Angling, Golfing and Trekking. While on honeymoon in Shimla you can have the peace, tranquility, natural beauty as well as man made edifices.
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