If you are looking for quick getaways from Shimla, here is a list.
Dharamshala
Dharamshala is a beautiful city in the Himachal Pradesh state of India, surrounded by cedar forest. The city is also known for being a home to Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile. Some serene sites in this location include Chintpurni– a Hindu temple, St. John Church, Dal Lake, to name a few.
Distance between Shimla and Dharamshala: 238 kilometers, 7 hours drive
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Manali
Manali is a resort town located in Himachal Pradesh. It is a destination for nature lovers as well as adventure seekers. The city hosts activities like skiing, trekking, paragliding, rafting, mountaineering, etc. Apart from every footstep, which is a beauty, some of the must visit sites are-
- Hidimba Devi temple
- Great Himalayan National Park
- Pin Valley National Park
- Tibetan monastery
- Manu temple
Distance between Shimla and Manali: 250 kilometers, 7.5 hours drive
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Chandigarh
Chandigarh is a capital city of two states of India- Punjab and Haryana. The city is extremely well planned and peaceful. Some of the great sites of this city include-
- Capitol complex and open hand monument
- International Dolls Museum
- Shantikunj Park
- Sukhna Lake
- Nada Sahib
Distance between Shimla and Chandigarh: 218 kilometers, 5 hours drive
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Gurgaon
Gurgaon is the capital city of Haryana and is officially called as Gurugram. You can visit Kingdom of dreams, Sultanpur National Park, Vintage Camera Museum, etc. for a fun-filled break from your routine.
Distance between Shimla and Gurgaon: 381 kilometers, 8.5 hours drive
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Mussoorie
It is a hill station in Uttarakhand. Mussoorie presents a great escape from the hustle and bustle of life. You can visit Kempty Falls, Fish Aquarium, Wax Museum, Soham Heritage and arts in Mussoorie.
Distance between Shimla and Mussoorie: 257 kilometers, 7.5 hours drive
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