HISTORY midterm: land scape
Document Summary
Known for its unparalleled glittering beauty, the entire town of shimla is replete with forests of pine, rhododendron and oak. Shimla is the capital city of himachal pradesh and one of the most popular hill stations in india. Earlier known as syamala while an erstwhile state of. Nepal, it emerged as a major tourist destination with the british rule in 1819. In 1864, shimla was declared as the summer capital of british india. Cool climate, elegant streets, grassy slopes, and wonderful lakes make it a favourite place for honeymooners. Shimla lies at the foothills of the shivalik at an altitude of approximately 2100 m above sea level. Shimla, with its striking beauty and salubrious climate, serves as a perfect getaway for people living in plains. It also boasts of being a major travel & tourism destinations in himachal. From adventure point of view, shimla is a dream place for golfers, trekkers and skiers.