CHRIST CHURCH

Established in 1844, the Christ Church stands tall at the eastern edge of the ridge. The Church represents faith, hope, charity, and patience and has been admired for its excellent architecture. The pipe organ, inside is said to be the biggest in India. More than 100 years old this pipe organ was made to order. It is the most prominent building on the entire length of the mall road.

SCANDAL POINT

The Ridge , leading down from the Christ church joins the Christ church to the Scandal point. It is considered to be the highest point of the mall and a fovourite with tourists. It is marked by a statue of the freedom fighter, Lala Lajpat Rai.It gives a spectacular view of snow covered peaks and lush green valleys.

STATE MUSEUM
 
The Himachal state museum is right on the mall.Located near the scandal point, the museum is housed in a charmimg colonial building with a vast lawn. It has on display a rare set of paintings, coins, guns and stone sculptures. The recently opened jewellery gallery provides an insight into the rich Indian heritage. The museum has objects which date back to 11th century like the miniature statue of Lord Vishnu in bronze. It also houses a collection of dolls which have been dressed as traditional Himachali brides.

JAKHU TEMPLE
 
Perched on the highest peak in Shimla, the Jakhu Temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. According to the epic Ramayana, Hanuman while on the journey to fetch th Sanjeevani booti stopped here to rest.You can spot over a hundred monkeys here.
The Temple can be reached on foot, on a pony or by a Taxi.

VICEREGAL LODGE

Located at a distance of 2 km from the Himachal State Museum, the Viceregal Lodge is located on the Observatory Hill. Built in 1888, it covers one full hill and was designed by Henry Irvine. It has now been converted into the Indian Institute of Advanced Study.


Must Do

*  PARAGLIDING IN KASAULI AND MASHORBA

*  TREKKING

*  RIVER RAFTING ON THE SUTLEJ

*  ICE SKATING IN KUFRI AND CHAIL

*  SKIING IN KUFRI

*  GO GOLFING AT NALDHERA