The Mall & The Ridge
The heart of Shimla: a colonial-era pedestrian promenade closed to vehicles, and an open square on the ridge with views of the Himalayan snow peaks.
The Mall is a pedestrian street that runs along the hillside and is closed to motor vehicles. It is lined with Tudor-style and neo-Gothic buildings from the British era, and is packed with post offices, the town hall, cafés, and long-established shops. At Scandal Point, the Mall flows into the Ridge, an open platform about 2,200 m above sea level surrounded by Christ Church, the library, and statues. On clear days you can see the snowy Himalayan peaks to the north. Evenings are the busiest time for strolling through town, and a winter carnival is held at the end of December. Visitors can take the public lift up from the Cart Road below. On peak weekends it is extremely crowded, and you should watch out for monkeys that snatch belongings.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Christ Church
- Scandal Point & Gaiety Theatre
- Lakkar Bazaar & Ice Skating Rink
- Jakhoo Temple
- Kali Bari Temple
- Kalka–Shimla Railway
- Annandale & Army Heritage Museum
- Himachal State Museum