Hotels Near Shimla General Post Office

HOTELS IN SHIMLA NEAR GENERAL POST OFFICE

The Shimla General Post Office is a heritage site that was opened during the British era, when Shimla was the summer capital of British India. The building of the General Post Office is one of the finest examples of the British Colonial Architecture was constructed in 1882 and is located in the center of Shimla where Scandal Point meets the Mall. It is the oldest post office in North India and has timber framed structure which is a mix of different styles similar to the other British era buildings in Shimla. In 1992, it was declared as one of the six heritage Post office buildings in India. The Post office is located at a distance of 21 kilometers from the Shimla Airport and 3 kilometers from the Shimla Railway Station.If you are planning a visit to the city anytime soon, hotels near Shimla General Post Office are perfect for you to put up at. These hotels are well connected to the rest of the city and are centrally located. Hotels in Shimla near General Post Office suit a wide range of budgets and will ensure that all your needs are taken care of. There are many sightseeing spots around Shimla that you can visit. The Vice Regal Lodge, the Himalayan bird sanctuary, the Sankat Mochan temple, Kufri and Fagu Valley are some of the popular tourist spots that should be on your list.For shopping in Shimla, the Mall road is the place to go. Apart from this, the Lower Bazaar also has many locally made handicrafts and wares. The stretch between Combermere Bridge and the Telegraph Office is full of small stores which sell a variety of items. If you plan to eat out, there a number of high quality restaurants available. However, if you are looking for local cuisine, the options are surprisingly limited. At night, there are a few bars that have a cozy atmosphere and drinks that will help you relax and rejuvenate after a long day of shopping, sight-seeing and traveling.

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