Who made Shimla as summer capital?

Sir John Lawrence officially declared Simla the summer capital of the British empire in 1864. The capital covered a 3-mile radius from the famous Christ Church in the Simla Bazaar.

Why do people go to Shimla in summer?

One of the important travel reasons to visit Shimla during summers should be the local art and culture festival. It is popularly known as the ‘Shimla Summer Festival’ and has performances by both local as well as national level artists (including some famous Bollywood names).

Who invented Shimla?

The History of Shimla dates back to the year 1819. Before that Shimla was under the rule of the Gurkhas. It was after the Gurkha War that the British soldiers founded a dense forest near the temple of Goddess Shyamala and gave it the name Shimla.

Why Shimla is called Shimla?

The name Shimla was derived from ‘Shyamalaya’ meaning blue house said to be the name of house built of blue slate by a faqir on Jakhu. According to one version Shimla takes it name from ‘Shamla’ meaning a blue female another name for Goddess Kali. The place was on the Jakhu Hillside, there was a temple of Goddess Kali.

What is the meaning of Shimla?

Shimla came into existence from 1st Sept,1972 on the reorganisation of the districts of the state. After the reorganisation, the erstwhile Mahasu district and its major portion was merged with Shimla. Its name has been derived from the goddess Shyamala Devi, an incarnation of the Hindu goddess Kali.

How is Shimla in July?

July to September: This is not peak season in Shimla because of heavy rainfall and occasional landslides. But monsoon brings out the lush character of the hill station. The average temperature during this season is around 8°C and goes down to -2°C. This is a popular time for honeymooners.

When did Shimla summer capital?

1864
In 1864 Shimla was declared as the summer capital of India. After Independence, Shimla became the capital of Punjab and was later named the capital of Himachal Pradesh.

What is the new name of Shimla?

Simla
Shimla