Things to Do in Mashobra

Craignano is a spectacular picnic spot that was earlier a villa of Chevalier, an Italian photographer in India from the colonial times who named it in honour of his native town Craignano Town in Italy. Attracting visitors in Mashobra, It is located at a height of about 7700 feet.

Known For : Hot Water Spring River Rafting in Tattapani Shiva cave

A popular tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh, Tattapani is a quaint village 60 kms away from Shimla. Situated on the banks of river Sutlej, it is famous for rafting, and its Hot sulphur spring is believed to have curative properties for health ailments like stress, joint pain, fatigue and other skin diseases.

Best Time: October to June

9 Tattapani Attractions

Known For : Hot Water Spring River Rafting in Tattapani Shiva cave

A popular tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh, Tattapani is a quaint village located 60 kms away from Shimla. Situated on the banks of river Sutlej, it is famous for rafting and its Hot sulphur spring is believed to have curative properties for health ailments like stress, joint pain, fatigue and other skin diseases.

Best Time: October to June

9 Tattapani Attractions

Set amidst the lush green background of the Shivalik hill ranges on Jakhoo Hill, the highest point in Shimla, the Jakhu Temple is an ancient site dedicated to the Hindu god - Hanuman. Jakhu Temple has the world's largest Hanuman statue, visible from most parts of Shimla.

Chadwick Falls is located in the Glen Forests of the beautiful city of Shimla. This stream of water trickles from a height of about 100 metres. Some explorers recall a walk through the forest as an adventurous experience because of the damp and dark environment created by the thick canopying forest.

If you come to Mashobra, you just do not miss one of Asia's largest watersheds, supplying water to Shimla. The Reserve Forest Sanctuary is a must-visit not only for is popular on the continent but for the lush coniferous cover surrounding it, but also because it is a birdwatcher's delight.

Known For : Skiing in Kufri Horse Ride to the Mahasu Peak Mahasu Peak

Kufri, located at a distance of 20km from the main city of Shimla, is a popular tourist destination known for its ski slopes, Kufri Zoo and as starting point of treks. Founded by the British in 1819, Kufri has become an important tourist destination in the last few years. The main tourist part of Kufri is located on Mahasu peak.

Best Time: November to March

13 Kufri Attractions

Located in Chharabara, just 10 km from Shimla, the Retreat Building is the official retreat residence for the President of India. It was built in 1850 and was part of the Viceroy of India property. The architectural pattern and the natural beauty of the place have made The Retreat a tourist attraction in Shimla.

If you're a big fan of exploring little-known traditions and festivals, you might consider visiting Mahasu Peak in the month of May. The festival, known as Mahasu Jatara, falls on the third Tuesday of May, and celebrates the shifting of the idol of the chief deity Lord Mahasu.

Originally built as a residence of Lord Kitchener of Khartoum, this building is said to have been a favourite retreat of Lord Ripon. However, the building got burnt in 1993, and a new Wildflower building was built as a hotel by a joint venture between the HP government and Oberoi Group of Hotels.

Shali Tibba hill is located in Khatnol village, which is 35 km from Shimla. Shali Tibba is also known as 360 as you would be able to see a 360 view from the peak of Kufri, Fagu, Shimla and Narkanda Hills. The altitude of Shali Tibba is 2873 m, and forests cover the trail.