Mashobra Travel 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$81 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$81
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
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
Wildflower Hall, An Oberoi Resort, Shimla
Wildflower Hall, An Oberoi Resort, Shimla
5 out of 5
Mashobra, Chharabra, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
The price is AU$568 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$568
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shimla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mall Road and Hip Hip Hurray Amusement ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
"Excellent stay and 7 star hospitality"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Wildflower Hall, An Oberoi Resort, Shimla
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.
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
Deodar 2 - Luxury apt with garden in Mashobra
Deodar 2 - Luxury apt with garden in Mashobra
Mashobra
Stay at this vacation home in Shimla. Enjoy balconies. Popular attractions Mall Road and Craignano Nature Park are located nearby.
Deodar 2 - Luxury apt with garden in Mashobra
The Manor Luxury Apartments
The Manor Luxury Apartments
3.5 out of 5
Village- Tikkar, PO- Durgapur, Naldehra, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Shimla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mall Road and Naldehra Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"We booked the Manor Luxury apartments for our first road trip in India. After hours of driving on scenic, broad, then narrow and winding roads, we arrived at the apartment in time for the most beautiful sunset over the mountains😍😍 Check in: 💯super easy and the staff ensured we were set up in the ..."

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2024

The Manor Luxury Apartments
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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