Location: Shimla lies on the Middle - Western range of the Himalayas, spread over seven hills. The Dhauladar and the Pir Panjal ranges bisect the town.
Climate:Shimla has cool summers (15 – 27 degrees Celsius) and cold winters (0 - 17 degrees Celsius). The town sees snow sporadically between December and February.
Altitude:2202 Metres
Local languages:Himachali, Hindi and English.
Phone Code:0177
Best time to visit: Although tourists throng to Shimla from June to November, the best time to visit is October to mid-November, when the town is not so crowded and the days are still cool. You can also visit Shimla between December and February for the snow, but consult the weatherman about the exact timing.
Local Transport
Taxis are the main means of transport in Shimla. There are two taxi stands near the bus stand.
Tourist Office
Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development
Corporation
Marketing Office, The Mall,
Shimla
Phone: (0177) 2652561,2658302
Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation
Government of Himachal Pradesh,
Block 28, SDA Complex, Kasumpti,
Shimla
Phone: (0177) 2625864, 2625924, 2625926
