Simla

Simla, Colorado, is located in Elbert County, approximately 45 miles Northeast of the City of Colorado Springs, along Highway 24. Simla is a prime example of High Plains living at its finest. Simla still maintains a small town rural feel, with urban amenities located within a reasonable drive time. Simla was established in the late 1890’s, as a stop along the Rock Island Rail line. The town was founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1912. Simla grew and thrived as an agricultural community for the better part of a century. As times changed so did the economical driving factors of the community. In the 1970’s local, small business, and commercial industry/manufacturing thrived in town. Simla remains a quaint, quiet and friendly community which is proud of its past and hopeful for its future! Our New Website We are excited to begin work on our new website to keep our citizens and visitors informed. To view most commonly requested information/forms, please visit our Still have a question and haven’t found your answer? Please call us at (719)541-2468 or stop by our Town Hall for any additional information you need.

My, oh, my, Shimla, the place where you get to experience the Himalayas in all its enigmatic glory! Evergreen forests, rolling valleys, breathtaking lakes, pleasant climate, and colonial ambiance, all come together to lend this hill station a charm of its own. With a varied range of attractions – natural splendors as well as man-made wonders – the place truly lives up to its reputation. But there’s a downside to it. When you plan to visit this erstwhile summer capital of British India, you will have a tough time finalizing the list of places to visit. Worry not and read on! In this blog, we give you a rundown of the must-visit places in the region that will never fail you entice you, whether you are a family holidaymaker, a honeymooner or a solo traveler. So, on your mark and get set, because it’s time to pack your bags and gear up for an exciting trip to Shimla, one of the most visited Places to Visit in Shimla: 1. The Ridge, Shimla The Ridge | #1 of 26 Places to Visit in Shimla The Ridge may well be defined as the heart of Shimla in terms of location and tourist attractions. This Shimla tourist spot is actually a wide-open street that runs along the Mall Road from east to west and connects it to the famous Scandal Point. What makes it such a popular destination is that it offers gorgeous views of the snow-capped mountain ranges that rise against the blue sky to border this paradise of a destination. The place is dotted with long-standing British establishments that becko...

• India Strung out along a ridge with steep forested hillsides falling away in all directions, the Himachal capital is one of India's most popular hill resorts, buzzing with a happy flow of heat-escaping Indian vacationers. Traffic is banned from the central part of town, so walking is pleasant – even when huffing and puffing uphill. The long, winding main street, The Mall, runs east and west just below the spine of the hill. South of it, the maze-like alleys and stairways of the bustling bazaar cascade steeply down to Cart Rd. Hiking Himachal Pradesh: adventures in India's mountain playground Apr 11, 2019 •9 Min read ‘Run, run faster, run FASTER!’ shouted my instructor. I could feel a hint of panic rising as I pushed against the wind with all the strength I could… Guidebooks Purchase our award-winning guidebooks Get to the heart of Shimla with one of our in-depth, award-winning guidebooks, covering maps, itineraries, and expert guidance. Shop Our Guidebooks