The Holiday Home at Shimla (Himachal Pradesh, India) is a Himachal Tourism flagship hotel, The Holiday Home offers comprehensive facilities in a convenient location.

Features

• Conference Hall capacity 200 persons

• Restaurant serving Indian, Chinese, Continental and Himachali Cuisine

• Rooms have wall to wall carpeting and are airy, spacious, well furnished having attached baths with running hot & cold water

• Satellite Television

• Room service and Laundry facility available

• Parking within premises. Car rental. Doctor on call. Safe Deposit facility. Video games, Beauty Parlor, Pastry Shop

• Bar serving Indian and Foreign Liquor

PLACES OF INTEREST

THE RIDGE: This large open space in the heart of town presents excellent views of the mountain ranges.  Shimla's landmarks - the neo- gothic structure of Christ Church and the neo - Tudor library building  - are worth seeing.

LAKKAR BAZAR: Popular for its wood crafts and Souvenirs, this is just off the Ridge.

JAKHOO HILL (2.5 km):  At 2455m, this is the town's highest peak and a famous point for Shimla's famous views.  The summit is crowned with a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.  The hill is full of paths and narrow roads which are enjoyable walks.

ST. MICHAEL'S CATHEDRAL: This dressed-stone church with fine stained glass has a cruciform design.  It is located just off the Mall, below the District Courts.

STATE MUSEUM (3km): This houses a representative collection of Himachal's rich heritage. Exhibits include archaeological artifacts, carvings, paintings and sculptures. Closed on Monday and holidays.

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDY (4 km): At 1983m, this magnificent English renaissance structure was the former Viceregal Lodge. Its lawns and woodland are  added attractions. Entry by ticket ( nominal charge ). A portion  of the interior is also open to the public, except on Sundays and holidays.

THE GLEN (4 km ):  At 1830m, It is a thickly wooded ravine through which a stream flows.  It is a popular picnic spot.

ANNANDALE (4.5 km):  Surrounded by a thick deodar forest, this large glade has an ancient temple on the edge.

PROSPECT HILL AND KAMNA DEVI ( 6 km):  At 2125m and crowned  by a temple dedicated to Kamna Devi, the Hill offers spectacular wide views of the city and its  environs.

SANKAT MOCHAN  (7 km):  This is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

TARA DEVI (11 km):  2044m, A thickly wooded hill with a temple dedicated to Tara Devi.

MASHOBRA (12 km):  At 2149m, this beautiful suburb is surrounded by thick forests. From here, a track leads down to Sipur which is an exquisite glade shaded by ancient deodar trees. There are old temples a fair is held every April.

KUFRI (16 km):  At 2501m, this is famous for its wide views and ski slopes. An enjoyable walk leads up to the Mahasu Peak.  At Kufri, Himachal Tourism runs Cafe Lalit.

FAGU (22 km):  At 2510m, Fagu has some enchanting views.  Himachal Tourism run Hotel Peach Blossom offers spectacular views.

CHAIL (45 km):  This was a former Summer Capital of the Patiala State. The Palace has been converted to a Luxury Hotel by Himachal Tourism.

TATTAPANI (51 km): At 656m, there are hot sulphur springs believed to have medicinal value.

Distances 

Shimla is covered as a weekend Getaway Ex-Chandigarh / Jallandhar / Ludhiana and as a part of larger itinerary covering other Areas of Himachal Pradesh.