Shimla was earlier a small village from which today's Shimla got its name.  Shimla district in its present form came into existence on 1 September 1972 on the reorganization of the districts of the state.

 

 The history of Shimla can be traced back to the beginning of the 19th century when the Anglo-Gorkha War took place.  In 1804, in the Battle of Kangra, which was fought in the Kangra Fort, 60 miles away from Shimla, the Gorkhas were defeated by the Sikhs and in this war, the Gorkhas lost thousands of lives and some due to disease.  Moving forward from here, they started destroying the princely states and the hills around Shimla.  Gorkhas built many forts around Shimla, one of them was Jagatgarh Fort, which is today known as Jatog and where the military cantonment is present.  By 1808 the invaders conquered all the forts between the Jamuna and Sutlej, and made Arki their capital and from there began to rule cruelly over all the neighboring hill states, until finally the people in their desperate situation appealed to the British for help.  put.  A small British army led by Major General Sir David Ochterlony was sent to liberate the hill states from the Gurkhas.  Most of the hill rulers reacted to this and joined the British forces.  The toughest battle was fought between the rivals at Ramgarh Fort situated at 3750 feet in Nalagarh.  A decisive battle was fought near the fort of Malaon in which the powerful guns of the British captured the enemy.  The Battle of Malaon on 15 May 1815 ended the Gorkhas' dream of ruling this part of the land.  After a few days, an official announcement was made according to which all the chieftains had joined the British in expelling the Gurkhas with their lands under British protection.  The Maharaja of Patiala who also rendered invaluable services to the British was rewarded with the territory now neighboring Shimla.  After the defeat of the Gorkhas he was forced to sign the Treaty of Sanjauli.  The company retained the strategic forts of Sabathu, Kotgarh, Ramgarh and Sandok.

 Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh.  It was formerly the summer capital during British rule.  Shimla city is built on many hills and the ranges are connected.  Important hills are Jakhu (8050 ft), Prospect Hill (7140 ft), Observatory Hill (7050 ft), Elysium Hill (7400 ft) and Summer Hill (690 ft).  There is much controversy over the origin of the name Shimla. The name Shimla was derived from 'Shyamalaya' meaning blue house which is said to be the name of the house built of blue slate by the fakir at Jakhu.  According to one version, Shimla is derived from the name ‘Shamla’ which means a blue woman, another name for Kali.  This place was on Jakhu hill, there was a temple of Goddess Kali.  During the British period the statue of the goddess was given a new place, now the famous Kali Bari temple.  No one paid attention to Shimla during the Gorkha War.  It was only in 1891a.  That Lieutenant Ross, the then Assistant Political Agent of the Hill States, established the first British residence, a mere wooden hut, was built by his successor Lieutenant Charles Pat Kennedy in 1822, the first permanent house named after Lieutenant Kennedy as 'Kennedy House'.

The construction of Hindustan Tibet road started from Kalka in 1850-51 and the first inclination was up to Shimla.  The route up to Shimla was used for wheeled traffic until 1860.  A 560 feet long tunnel was constructed outside Sanjauli.  Shimla was declared the summer capital of India in 1864.  After independence, Shimla became the capital of Punjab and was later named the capital of Himachal Pradesh.  In 1903, a railway line was built between Kalka and Shimla.

 

 Shimla is currently the capital of Himachal Pradesh and has been the capital of the British in East India. Shimla has been blessed with all the natural gifts that we can imagine. This place is surrounded by lush green mountains and snow covered peaks.  The structures built during the colonial era and the aura of the serene hills here make it very different from other hills.

 

 Rapidly emerging with unprecedented expansion, Shimla is known for its colonial heritage and grand old buildings, some of the famous ones being the Viceregal Lodge, the charming Iron Lamp Post and the Anglo-Saxon.

 

 Various types of shops and restaurants on Mall Road are the center of attraction of the city, the Scandal Point here is linked to the historical incident of the former Maharaja of Patiala, from here the view of the distant snow clad peaks is visible.  In 1946 the leaders of the Indian nationalist movement gathered at Shimla for an important conference and paved the way for independence.  The completion of the Kalka-Shimla narrow railway line in 1903 gave a boost to the development of the towns.  After independence, Shimla was initially the capital of Punjab.  It was designated the capital of Himachal Pradesh in 1966 after the creation of Himachal Pradesh.

 Manali is a popular tourist destination of Himachal Pradesh, situated on the Beas River.  It includes breathtaking waterfalls, snow-capped mountains and picturesque valleys.  Adventure sports like rafting, trekking, skiing, ziplining and paragliding add excitement to the serene atmosphere of the city.  People travel to Manali every year from all over the country and the world to see spectacular views and enjoy unlimited adventure opportunities.  Apart from this, Manali is famous for its rich culture and pilgrimages.  Here are some of the best tourist places in Manali for a memorable trip.

 

Colloquially known as Solang Nala and Snow Valley, Solang Valley is located between the Beas River and Solang village.  Due to its unmatched beauty, many people visit Solang Valley every year, just to enjoy its stunning, snow-white colored grandeur along with its breathtaking views. Tourists come to Solang Valley because  There are many other things to do.  You can engage in activities like camping, quad biking, zorbing, skiing, paragliding, trekking, mountaineering and parachuting.  You should also visit Solang Ropeway and Ski Centre, which offers adventure opportunities like ATV rides, snowmobiling trails, ski slopes, paragliding, etc.  Although Solang Valley is stunning and breathtaking all year round, April to December is the ideal time to visit this place.  In Manali, the weather at this time of the year is suitable for indulging in a variety of exciting sports.

 

 Colloquially known as Solang Nala and Snow Valley, Solang Valley is located between the Beas River and Solang village.  Due to its unmatched beauty, many people visit Solang Valley every year, just to enjoy its stunning, snow-white colored grandeur along with its breathtaking views. Tourists come to Solang Valley because  There are many other things to do.  You can engage in activities like camping, quad biking, zorbing, skiing, paragliding, trekking, mountaineering and parachuting.  You should also visit Solang Ropeway and Ski Centre, which offers adventure opportunities like ATV rides, snowmobiling trails, ski slopes, paragliding, etc.  Although Solang Valley is stunning and breathtaking all year round, April to December is the ideal time to visit this place.  In Manali, the weather at this time of the year is suitable for indulging in a variety of exciting sports.