Mashobra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Mashobra
Experience the peace and tranquility of this hill station, visit temples, hike through pristine mountain forests and spot colorful birdlife.

Get away from the grind of city life and relax amid the unblemished mountain scenery of Mashobra. Once a favorite retreat among members of the British Raj, today Mashobra is a summer residence of the president of India. Witness the town’s unhurried lifestyle while exploring its quiet streets. Uncover British-influenced architecture, temples and a countryside filled with varied wildlife.

Bazar Road, which cuts through the heart of the town, is the major commercial street. Here you will find casual restaurants, fabric retailers and amenities such as a bank and post office. Go to the northern end of the road to see the British-built Mashobra Church. At the southern end is the Shri Radha Krishna Temple. A short walk uphill from the town center is the Devta Doom Temple.

Go hiking in the picturesque Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary, located 2.9 miles (4.7 kilometers) south. It shelters areas of thick forests, including cedar, horse chestnut, oak and pine, in addition to weeping willows and wildflowers. Spot baboons, bears, Himalayan eagles and jackals. On clear days it is possible to see the Himalayan peaks of Chota Shali, Deo Tibba and Pir Panjal, among others.

Inside the boundaries of the sanctuary is the village of Chharabra, the home of the presidential retreat. Look for the Wildflower Hall, a hotel that was formerly an abode of the military officer Lord Kitchener.

Another interesting place to visit close to Mashobra is Kurfi. Discover family-friendly fun at Himalayan Nature World, Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park and Kufri Fun World. Spend a day at Carignano, an Italian-style villa set at a height of 7,700 feet (2,347 meters). Enjoy scenic picnics and try rappelling and rock climbing.

Mashobra is about a 40-minute drive northeast of Shimla. Get here by catching a bus or taking a taxi and travel on a section of the Hindustan-Tibet Road, a historic trade route established in 1850. Visit between September and June to avoid the monsoon rains.

Club Mahindra Mashobra
Club Mahindra Mashobra
4 out of 5
Gables, Mashobra, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Shimla. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Mall Road and Hip Hip Hurray Amusement ...
7.8/10 Good! (9 reviews)
Excellent Stay&STAFF.Made our trip more beautiful
"Excellent staff. Right from the check in till the check out, everyone was so welcoming. At the reception, restaurants, house keeping, every one was smiling. A special thanks to the travel desk for arranging our tour from Shimla-Manali-Delhi. The driver (Bunty) was very expert. He guided us very well. ..."

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2018

Club Mahindra Mashobra
Regenta Resort & Spa Mashobra
Regenta Resort & Spa Mashobra
4 out of 5
Circular Road Near Mahasu House, Purani Koti, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
The price is AU$79 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$79
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Shimla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mall Road and Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"Serenic and calm place to spend holiday away from hustle of Shimla. Must visit and view places around Mashobra."

Reviewed on 3 May 2022

Regenta Resort & Spa Mashobra
Radisson Hotel Shimla
Radisson Hotel Shimla
4.5 out of 5
Good Wood Estate Near Auckland Tunnel, Lower Bharari Road, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
The price is AU$289 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$289
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Shimla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall Road and Lakkar Bazar are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (222 reviews)
"Faucets were blocked and bidet was leaky throughout my stay. Staff were very welcoming and cordial. Some breakfast items were not up to the mark, cold or not well prepared."

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025

Radisson Hotel Shimla
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Green Chaklu
Green Chaklu
3 out of 5
Teh and Dist, Chaklu, Mashobra, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Stay at this 3-star villa in Shimla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mall Road and Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park ...
Green Chaklu
3 BHK, Luxurious Homestay Apartment with Secure Parking
3 BHK, Luxurious Homestay Apartment with Secure Parking
Mashobra
Stay at this apartment in Shimla. Enjoy balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mall Road and Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park are located ...
3 BHK, Luxurious Homestay Apartment with Secure Parking
Mashobra Homestay by Dumnu Homes
Mashobra Homestay by Dumnu Homes
3 out of 5
Kashmehal, Mashobra, Shilma, Shimla, HP
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Shimla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and airport drop-off service (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall Road and Hip Hip Hurray ...
Mashobra Homestay by Dumnu Homes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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