The former summer palace of the Maharaja of Patiala, built in the 1890s and set in extensive deodar grounds.
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Chail Palace
The former summer palace of the Maharaja of Patiala, built in the 1890s and set in extensive deodar grounds.
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Chail Cricket Ground
Built in 1893 at about 2,444 m and generally described as the highest cricket ground in the world; now part of a military school.
Access is subject to permission from the school authorities No standard public entry fee; access is discretionary
The Ridge
The open pedestrian space at the centre of Shimla, running east to west along the town's spine with views towards the surrounding ranges.
Open at all times; vehicles are restricted No entry fee
Mall Road
Shimla's main shopping street, immediately below the Ridge, lined with colonial-era buildings, shops and eating places.
Shops generally open through the day into the evening; vehicles restricted No entry fee
Christ Church
The neo-Gothic church on the Ridge, completed in the 1850s and the second-oldest church in northern India.
Open to visitors during daylight hours; access is limited during services Entry is free
Jakhoo Temple
A Hanuman temple on Shimla's highest point at about 2,455 m, reached on foot from the Ridge or by ropeway.
Generally open from early morning to evening Temple entry is free; the ropeway is charged separately
Mahasu Peak
The highest point at Kufri, reached on foot or horseback from the road head, with views across the Himalayan ranges in clear weather.
Daylight hours; access depends on snow conditions in winter No formal entry fee; horse rides charged by the local union