The Mall : The Mall is the hub of activity in Shimla. The streets are lined by restaurants, clubs, banks, bars, Post Offices, tourist offices and of course, woolen and handicraft stores. The passenger lift-off is a novelty of Shimla that allows quick commuting between Cart Road and the Mall.

Christ Church : This stately church is believed to be the second oldest church in Northern India with stained glass windows symbolising faith, hope, charity, fortitude, patience and humility.

Shimla State Museum : The state's cultural wealth is for all to see at this museum. It showcases a collection of miniature Pahari paintings, sculptures, bronze awood-carvings, costumes, textiles and jewellery of the region.

Indian Institute of Advanced Studies : Housed in the Viceregal Lodge built in 1884-88, it is one of the landmark structures of Shimla.

The Kalibari Temple : The Goddess Shyamala or Kali who destroys evil is the presiding deity of this temple, located near Scandal Point.

Jakhoo Temple : Atop Shimla's highest peak at 2455 metres is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. You can walk up to the temple after visiting Christ Church, or enjoy a pony ride up the peak. Taxis are also available to take you up to the temple.

Summer Hill : At 1983 metres, this hill offers a panoramic view of the Shimla-Kalka railway.

Chadwick Falls : This can be an interesting trek through thick forest with an average height of 1586 metres, to see the waterfalls.

Sankat Mochan Temple : The scared temple of Lord Hanuman is 22 km from Shimla on the road to Kalka, and has a splendid view of Shimla from its peak at 1975 metres.

Tara Devi Temple : On another peak that touches 1851 metres on the Shimla - Kalka road is the shrine of Goddess Tara Devi.

Fagu : A fine spot for a picnic on the Hindustan - Tibet road at a height of 2450 metres.

Narkanda : For a clearer view of the snow peaks, trek up through deodar trees to reach Narkanda Peak at 2708 metres. Hatu Peak is another 8 km from here, a popular spot for skiers. Tourists can take short-term courses on skiing here and visit the temple of Hatu Mata.

Kotgarh : This is orchard country, accessible easily by road 18 km from Narkanda.

Rampur : There's much to see at Rampur, ex-capital of the princely state of Bushahr. Located on the Hindustan Tibet Road along the banks of the Sutlej River, Rampur is associated with the International Lavi fair held every November. Its attractions include: the Dumgir Buddhist Temple, Padam Palace and the Raghunath, Ayodhya and Narsingh Temple.

Sarahan : Along the same road is Jeori Sarahan, leading to the Kinnaur Hills. It offers superb views of the Srikhand range, The Bhimkali Temple and a pheasant breeding centre are the local attractions here.

Kharapatthar : This lofty peak touching 2673 metres is on the road to Rohru, and leads to the Giriganga shrine, 7 km ahead.

Hatkoti : This is 104 km further down the Shimla Rohru highway at a height of 1400 metres. The Mata Hateshwari Temple has a picturesque location within the paddy fields and at a short distance from the Pabber River.

Tattapani : Beyond Naldehra is the hot water spring with sulphur content. The Shiva Goofa is another cave of 4 km ahead. Naldehra: On the road to Tattapani is a 9-hole golf course designed by the British Viceroy Lord Curzon himself. Tourists combine a visit here with a visit to the ancient Nag Temple.

Chail Sanctuary : Chail is a hill resort in its own right with a mix of attractions that endear every tourist. Covered in oak and deodar, animals like the sambar, barking deer and the goral roam the forest. The Cheer Pheasant Breeding Farm is apopular attraction for tourists to Chail, apart from the trekking routes to Gaura and Chail Nature Park.

Kufri : Here too, specimens of wild life in their natural habitat can be seen. These include Hangal, Barking Deer, Musk Deer, Brown Bear, rare species of Monal and other pheasants are Stationery.