Shimla
The capital city and a popular tourist destination known for its colonial architecture and scenic beauty.
Geography
- Area
- 5,131 sq km
- Elevation
- 2,276 meters (7,467 ft)
- Terrain
- Mountainous with dense forests of pine, deodar, and oak
- Rivers
- Sutlej, Pabbar, Giri
Climate
- Summer
- 15°C to 30°C (April to June)
- Winter
- -2°C to 10°C (October to March)
- Rainfall
- 1,500 mm annually, mostly during monsoon (July to September)
- Best Time to Visit
- March to June and September to November
Demographics
- Population
- 814,010 (2011 Census)
- Density
- 159/sq km
- Literacy
- 84.55%
- Languages
- Hindi, Pahari, English
Economy
Main Sectors
- Tourism
- Horticulture
- Agriculture
- Government Services
Specialties
- Apple cultivation
- Handicrafts
- Timber
Industries
- Food processing
- Tourism
- Handicrafts
Weather in Shimla
Current conditions and forecast
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