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Shimla·Easy
Kalka–Shimla Toy Train
4.6 5–6 hrs
UNESCO heritage narrow gauge. Book IRCTC in advance — sells out in season.
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Shimla
Colonial charm on the ridge
4.3 (1240 reviews) 2,276 m Best: Mar–Jun, Oct–Nov
About Shimla
Shimla still feels like the summer capital it once was — pine forests, the Ridge, Mall Road bustle, and toy train rides from Kalka. June is pleasant; winters bring snow at Kufri nearby.
Top attractions
The RidgeMall RoadJakhoo TempleKufri day tripChrist ChurchScandal Point
How to reach
Overnight Volvo from Delhi ISBT (10–12 hrs). Nearest broad-gauge station: Kalka. Jubbarhatti airport has limited flights.