The Mall
The Mall
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paulgray1
Sale, UK1,130 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
It’s an experience getting the lifts up to the Mall and walking the pedestrianised road The shops and buildings are a mixture of the old and the newish. Sadly, a lot of the colonial houses have mysteriously burned down during the night as they have become too expensive to maintain but there still is a quaintness and community felling about the Mall. A highlight is the Gaiety theatre and the views across the valleys to the foothills. Enjoyed the cable car journey up to the temple.
Written 25 February 2025
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Venture820159
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Sept 2024 • Friends
Visit in the month of September was excellent. Weather was sunny and we took lift from the road after leaving our car.
Lift costs only Rs 20 per person and Rs 10 per senior citizen. Two Lift are big and completes journey to mall road in two parts with same ticket . Two new small lifts also work . So a economic option.
Once at mall road , you may opt for wheel chair if accompanied by a needy family member. For children also, options for wheel chair if there. So relax. They charge for it .
On mall road there are plenty of options of food and street sellers for woolen garments for adults as well as children. You can spend more and more time here . Climate is so good that you are not tired. Cleanliness is maintained . If you go down from mall road, lot of options for daily use items . One may get good woolens at very cheap rate on bargain.
Lift costs only Rs 20 per person and Rs 10 per senior citizen. Two Lift are big and completes journey to mall road in two parts with same ticket . Two new small lifts also work . So a economic option.
Once at mall road , you may opt for wheel chair if accompanied by a needy family member. For children also, options for wheel chair if there. So relax. They charge for it .
On mall road there are plenty of options of food and street sellers for woolen garments for adults as well as children. You can spend more and more time here . Climate is so good that you are not tired. Cleanliness is maintained . If you go down from mall road, lot of options for daily use items . One may get good woolens at very cheap rate on bargain.
Written 27 September 2024
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Harvey4455
Coventry, UK232 contributions
Apr 2024 • Solo
Shimla is a very popular tourist destination both for Indians and foreigners. The buildings and its church on The Mall and the Ridge make it appear a little like a northern UK town. If you like shopping you’ll love this long street which also has beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Watch out for the monkeys though. Don’t eat in front of them because they snatch food! The climate is very temperate too!
Written 9 May 2024
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VIPIN_GOEL_TP_Impex
New Delhi, India8,543 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
A stroll at The Mall is a must to start your visit to explore the Shimla. It is historic, it is commercial, it is shopping, it is romantic, it is relaxing, it is eating fine or casual, what not? The Mall is full of anything to everything. Jakhu Hill, The Ridge, Temples, Church, Lakkar Bazar, Skating Rink, Gaity Theater, Vidhan Sabha, Hotels & Restaurants, Shops and showrooms- all are here to go. It is must visit place. It is one type in day with locals and different in the evenings with tourists. Everyone walking, talking or relaxing on the benches and enjoying the beauty of Shimla.
Written 11 August 2024
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VIPIN_GOEL_TP_Impex
New Delhi, India8,543 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
The Mall is the hot destination for all tourists in Shimla. We have parked our car in Parking near the Lift. One has to use the Lift to reach the right end of The Mall by paying INR 10/- per person. No traffic is allowed on The Mall except the emergency services. You will not find posters and banners on the walls here. Scores of people walk jaunt here enjoying cool weather of Shimla. The atmosphere becomes more lively and vibrant in the evening with more people amassed here. There are shops, restaurants, bakeries, showrooms, wine shops, tea, coffee and juice parlours, which keeps visitors busy. Tourists are easily lured by heavy discounts in shops and showrooms. We had tea and patties then later Ice Cream while scrolling. In the evening, when lights are on, we clicked several pictures in front of heritage buildings. One can spend hours sitting & walking on The Mall. One can go to The Ridge, Lakkar Bazar on one side and to Vidhan Sabha, Kali Bari Mandir on other side. If you have time, Heritage Walk can be done.
Written 9 May 2023
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satish7113
New Delhi, India30 contributions
May 2022
In absolute terms, the mall road is simply mesmerizing. The night views from here is uncomparable. The shops at Mall road remains open till around 9;30 PM. It is comparably very cheap. You can have a great time here. Lots of bakery shops to choose from. Lots of eating place. Also lots of shops to quench your thirst for shopping. Trishul Bakers, Sitaram and Sons, Tripti bakers, Sharma's fast food corner, are some of the shops worth visiting here. You can also visit a church here at the mall road. It is normally open till 5 PM. Jhakoo Temple is also around 2KM from the mall road. You can either trek to Jhakoo or take a cab. Govt. cabs are also available at a nominal rate of Rs20 per person. Don't forget to visit Lower Bazaar and Lakkar bazaar. Lower bazaar is relatively very cheap.
Written 24 May 2022
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S Tam
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Dec 2023 • Family
Shimla mall road is a vibrant and bustling street that reflect the charm and colonial history of the city. Shimla mall road is a must visit destination. Offering a mix of shopping, dinning and scenic beauty.
Written 4 February 2024
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Aimless Vagabonds
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India87 contributions
Mar 2023
The mall road is the center of all attractions in Shimla. Shopping aside, this place has all the best cafe's and food joints in the city. If history attracts you, take a stroll down the streets of the mall and look out for all the heritage buildings. Additionally, if you really want to see how the place has changed over time, you can look at the old pictures of the Mall at the Viceragal lodge, which really gives you a glimpse of how open and beautiful the mall road used to be earlier.
Having said that, the mall road is not bad by any standards, the roads are sparkling clean without a speck of pan spit (can you imagine that in India?). This is a prime example of how you can build on the heritage sites. The ample parking space in and around the mall is especially appreciable.
Having said that, the mall road is not bad by any standards, the roads are sparkling clean without a speck of pan spit (can you imagine that in India?). This is a prime example of how you can build on the heritage sites. The ample parking space in and around the mall is especially appreciable.
Written 17 March 2023
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Dr Avi Sharma
India330 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
What used to be pride of simla now nothing but a over crowded place with loud youngsters in large groups . Never even try visiting on Christmas and New Years or festive season one will surely end up in a scuffle.
Visit off season and soak in the prestige and appreciate the beauty!
Visit off season and soak in the prestige and appreciate the beauty!
Written 21 July 2023
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Tushita
New Delhi, India79 contributions
Apr 2022
The Mall Road in Shimla is the main shopping and dining street in the city. It's lined with colonial-style buildings, shops, and restaurants, offering a glimpse into Shimla's rich history. A must-visit for its colonial architecture, shopping and dining experiences.
Written 29 January 2023
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How much do I have to walk to reach the homestay SO HIGH MANALI from the parking? Is it reachable by car?
Written 12 February 2025
Nowadays,Street market is open or close , like the mall road?
I want to come at manali. Please suggest.
Written 3 July 2021
In shimla kullu manali tour where should we buy woollen cloth in cheap rate...
Written 26 September 2019
In Shimla and Manali you can find woolen cloth , shawls abs Pashminas , don’t pay the price quoted , always bargain first and because there are so many shops you can buy from , you can walk away if not happy with price , the price will be reduced further , just remember when buying a genuine pashmina it should be reversible
Written 19 November 2019
Would there be any problem taking a taxi from Dharamsala to Shimla in February? How long should it take and costs? Thanks.
Written 26 August 2019
it all depends on the weather conditions. as the time you are talking about is February the weather can change in an instant. apart from that its a 8 hour journey minimum. costs can be normal as not many people go during these days
Written 21 October 2019
Travel bee 🐝
New Delhi, India
Is there any possibility of seeing snow anywhere in shimla??
Written 18 March 2019
Hi, absolutely yes. When I was there in February, there was several feet deep after an overnight storm. Check on your mobile for Google weather and you can see the temperature and forecast for days in advance
Written 16 May 2019
It was pretty chilly at night whne we were there about 3C. During the day we had lots of sunshine but didn't get above 18C. You do need some layers of clothing and a waterproof in case of rain.
Written 14 March 2019
Hello all, I am visiting Shimla mid féb with family. Stay will be at Hotel Oberoi Cecil. Need advise on the car parking closest to the hotel as travelling with infants n kids...thanks.
Written 16 January 2019
Hi Ateetj
Hotel Oberoi Cecil Shimla have own Parking for Guests.
No need to Worry !!
Written 18 January 2019
Escape267632
Kampala, Uganda
Hi we r planning to go shimla, which hotel is best to stay on mall road, n do we get taxi to go to isbt bus stop Shimla from hotel.
Written 9 December 2018
Hotel holiday home (HHH) Govt. Of Himachal Undertaking. HPTDC
Written 8 January 2019
Culture183435
West Bengal, India
Can I carry medium sized suitcases while going up the Lift to the Mall ?
Written 17 November 2018
The lift is small and crowded with about 7 to 8 people inside so there is very little space to get luggage in. It is therefore better not to carry medium sized suitcases.
Written 18 November 2018
woolen cloth need with cap gloves an muffler
Written 25 October 2018
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