When it comes to experiencing a snowfall our heart automatically takes a jump to a bollywood scene. Where the snow capped mountains keep on calling us to sink in their beauty. Aaroham Resorts, which is consider to be one of the Best Snow Places in Shimla is the best choice you can make for a comfortable and luxurious stay.
When it’s time for winter to knock on your door everyone searches for the best place to experience the snowfall. After scrolling for hours on search engines you finally decided to choose the heart capital of Himachal Pradesh ie. Shimla.
Shimla is usually cover with snow-white blankets that everyone falls in love with in winter. The best time to visit Shimla is from late December to February to see the proper snowfall.
But before planning about the places you have to visit to experience the snowfall, it’s time to check the resort first. Being the tourist season, it becomes difficult to find a resort that fits into your wish.
Best Snow Places in Shimla
Mashobra
Surrounded by mist-shrouded hills, pines, oaks, cedars, cedar trees, apple orchards and scenic creeks flowing through the valleys, Mashobra is located in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh.
Mashobra is also known for its diverse vegetation and apple orchards. The town is known for its old-world charm, with amazing homes name after the products of the earth. Some of the great homes have been transform into resorts. Visitors can connect and unwind in the rich and fresh environment of this magnificent place. The first snow in Mashobra usually occurs in the last week of December and it lasts around the month of January.
Kufri
Kufri is a small hill station in Himachal Pradesh, famous for its trekking and hiking trails. In winter, adventurous travelers visit Kufri to ski and sled down the snow-covered slopes. Kufri is also known for its nature parks and picnic spots, making it a popular spot for couples and families. Besides this, Kufri is close to Shimla mountain station.
One of the most interesting things to do on a winter visit to Kufri is to ride a yak. During the yak ride, you can feast your eyes on the most pristine scenery and take stunning photos to take back home.Another popular adventure sport among adventure enthusiasts is Skiing. While there are many slopes that even beginners can enjoy, there are also exciting slopes for advanced skiers.
Narkanda
Narkanda, near the tourist destinations of Shimla,majorly shows snowfall at the end December and till February. At this time rain and hail in the state capital open up opportunities for tourists to reach their hilltop destinations.
Apart from the well-known tourist destinations of Kufri and Fag, Narkanda, 61 is around kilometers away from Shimla. The town’s main attraction is skiing, which is organize by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation from December to March.
Naldehra
About 25 km from Shima, the hidden mountain town of Naldehra is one of the best places to experience snowfall in Shimla in winter. Naldehra is surrounde by pine-fringed valleys and towering Himalayas. With its stunning snow-capped Himalayas, pine-lined valleys and spectacular golf courses, Naldehra is an ideal Himalayan vacation destination. Home to India’s oldest nine-hole golf course, this place is also known for its gorgeous resorts and picnic areas where you can spend quality time with family and friends. You can enjoy a gentle hike up to Craignano or a longer hike up to the Shalli Peak.
Rohru
The picturesque town of Rohru is located on the banks of the Pabbar River. This is one of the lesser-known places where the snow can be seen in and around Shimla. In winter, Rohru is blankete in snow and offers spectacular views of the snow-capped valleys. This hidden gem of Shimla is sparsely populate so you can relax and enjoy the snow. The clear waters of the Paver River are abundant in trout, making it an ideal spot for anglers. Another attraction of Rohru is its extensive apple orchards. Plus, it’s a great getaway for adventure junkies as there are some exciting trekking trails like the Chandernahan Trek that take you through incredible landscapes.
Shimla City
The city of Shimla is one of the most beautiful places in Himachal Pradesh to enjoy the snowfall. As the name Queen of the Hills suggests, the city is perch on a hill with stunning views all around. The views from the Hill Station, with its various mountain ranges and colonial architecture, add to the charm of this beautiful city.
Shimla is often covere with nearby towns of Kufri, a hill station almost always covered in snow, and Chile, famous for its enormous palace and the world’s tallest cricket ground. Tourists also visit the famous Jakhu Temple to see different viewpoints during their trip to Shimla. One of North India’s most popular hill stations, it transforms into a dreamland when the snow blankets the Himalayas like heaven.
Viceregal Lodge
Vice Regal Lodge was designe by English architect Henry Irwin and built in the Jacobean style during the reign of Lord Dufferin. Construction began in 1880 and was complete in 1888. Only local wood such as pine and cedar was use in the construction of this marvel. Viceregal Lodge is the only building in Shimla that occupies an entire hill. The building now serves as the center of the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies (IIAS).
Viceregal Lodge’s property looks like a Bollywood movie scene where the lush green grass gets covere with snow and the heroine just goes there to propose the love of her life with some dramatic romantic song. This lodge is aesthetic enough to get a visit atleast once.
Conclusion
Snowfall is the one of the best ways to pull your inner kid away from the dull and darkness of maturity and gives you the best moments of your life. Same as Aaroham Resorts, this one also gives you the best and memorable stay with all their luxury facilities and comfortable stay. That is why Aaroham Resorts is known as one of the Best Cottages in Shimla.
