Shimla is in Himachal Pradesh and known as the Queen of hill stations. It derives its
name from "Goddess Shyamla", who is supposed to be an avatar
of Goddess Kali. This lovely hill station was 'discovered' by the
British who immediately fell in love with this place. Infact, they went
to the extent of declaring Shimla as their summer capital.
It sits at the foot of snow-clad Himalayan ranges, surrounded by lakes and lush green pastures. The unique thing about Shimla is that it still retains its colonial charm and this creates an ambience that is not found anywhere else in India. The climate is very similar to the UK which is why the British chose to settle here during British Rule. Many of the buildings are in a British style and there's still evidence of the the influence we had on lifestyle there.
Our hotel is one of the best we've stayed at - Clarks. There is no direct access by car to the hotel. So as we climb the steep steps to the hotel Luggage Wallas are hailed to carry our cases. Carrying 2 or 3 cases on their heads they almost sprint up the steps - they're so fit!!
We have a suite of rooms, interlinked with a sitting room inbetween - perfect!
Hen is still feeling a little under the weather so Kate & I decide to eat in our rooms to keep her company. We have internet access - yippee! So we catch up on emails as we enjoy a wonderful supper in our dressing gowns.....and hope Hen will be feeling on better form tomorrow.
It sits at the foot of snow-clad Himalayan ranges, surrounded by lakes and lush green pastures. The unique thing about Shimla is that it still retains its colonial charm and this creates an ambience that is not found anywhere else in India. The climate is very similar to the UK which is why the British chose to settle here during British Rule. Many of the buildings are in a British style and there's still evidence of the the influence we had on lifestyle there.
Our hotel is one of the best we've stayed at - Clarks. There is no direct access by car to the hotel. So as we climb the steep steps to the hotel Luggage Wallas are hailed to carry our cases. Carrying 2 or 3 cases on their heads they almost sprint up the steps - they're so fit!!
We have a suite of rooms, interlinked with a sitting room inbetween - perfect!
Hen is still feeling a little under the weather so Kate & I decide to eat in our rooms to keep her company. We have internet access - yippee! So we catch up on emails as we enjoy a wonderful supper in our dressing gowns.....and hope Hen will be feeling on better form tomorrow.
Clarks Hotel, Shimla
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