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Temples
in Shimla
| Jakhoo Hill
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For lovers of solitude, a short climb,
early in the morning to the summit of Jakhoo at a height of
2,438.4 m etres and two kilometers east of the town, towering
over Shimla, rewards the climber with the glorious spectacle
of the sun rising over the eternal snows and a panoramic
view of Shimla spreadeagled below. Here, too is an old
temple dedicated to the god Hanuman, now also the home of
countless playful monkeys waiting hopefully to be fed by all
the visitors. |
Tara Devi |
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Calm and tranquil, 11 km from the Shimla
bus stand, Tara Devi has a temple dedicated to the Goddess
of the Stars on top of a hill. Developed by the British, it
holds the Military Dairy Farm, and the boy - scout
head-quarters. At a height of 1,851 metres Tara Devi is an
ideal place for the person seeking a rest from the hectic
life of Shimla. |
Sankat Mochan |
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 Situated at the height of 1975 m On Shimla-Kalka road (NH-22) is famous "Lord Hanuman" temple.
It commands an excellent view of Shimla town. The place can
be visited by Bus/Taxi. |
Kali Bari Temple |
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Few yards from scandal Point towards
General Post Office. It is believed that the idol of Goddess
Shayamla is enshrined there. |
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