by Shimla Walks | Jul 23, 2018 | HIstory, Uncategorized
In the early long periods of nineteenth century, Gurkhas from Nepal ruled Simla or now called Shimla. In 1804 the Sikh armed force moved up to the hills and battled against Gurkhas. At Kangra the Gurkhas experienced serious thrashing from the Sikh army. Subsequent to...
by Shimla Walks | Oct 10, 2016 | Himalayan Trips, HIstory, Photography Walks, Uncategorized
The wind blows and the Buddhist prayer flags, tied across the Leh bazaar, flutter. As the day advances, the women from the surrounding villages start arriving and occupy the place along the pedestrian’s pathway to sell their vegetables. The descendants of the...
by Shimla Walks | Jun 18, 2015 | Heritage Walks, Himalayan Trips, HIstory, Nature Walks, Shimla with Sumit, Uncategorized
The building of Viceregal Lodge or presently as it is known as Indian Institute of Advanced Study is the most prominent building in Shimla. Still the largest in size and marvelous in beauty, this Scottish structure was built under the viceroyalty of Lord Dufferin...
by Shimla Walks | May 29, 2015 | Featured, General News, Himalayan Trips, HIstory
Have you ever heard of Japanese jackfruit? Or maybe Arabian Apples or perhaps Mongolian Mangoes? Never, right? You would never trust that these products have any connection with these places. Then how can you trust Shimla Shawls? Believe me, Shimla does not produce...
by Shimla Walks | Aug 30, 2014 | General News, Himalayan Trips, HIstory, Nature Walks, Photography Walks, Stories, The Life in the Hills, Walking Safaris
We are sure that you would not like to miss a chance to feel as if you are walking on the moon. How about driving over the highest motor-able Pass in the world? Yes, we are talking about one of the most beautiful places on this planet, Nubra Valley. If you are really...
by Shimla Walks | Aug 23, 2014 | Himalayan Trips, HIstory, Stories
Before the toy-train appeared on the scene, the journey from Kalka to Shimla was always a challenge for the British. Although the road to Shimla had been built in 1856 that immediately earned popularity among the travelers but the old road still remained in use till...
