Prior to Indian independence on August 15, 1947, Shimla was the summer capital of India and we visited the Viceregal Lodge, which was built in 1888. This incredible stone lodge still stands strong on the top of a mountainside and was used for the summer residence of the British Viceroy. During the second President's term (once India became an independent country), he transformed the mansion into The Indian Institute of Advanced Study. Now, up to 35 post-doctorates study and conduct research in the lodge year-round.
The town of Shimla:
Relaxing and reading the paper in a local café:
The town square:
Set atop a mountainside, the Monkey Temple, with very naughty monkeys. One of my fellow travelers, Julia, decided to visit inside one of the buildings and a monkey stole her shoes - A very nice older man had to bribe it with food before we could get them back!
A typical street in Shimla, with lots of people and street vendors:
The town of Shimla:
Relaxing and reading the paper in a local café:
The town square:
Set atop a mountainside, the Monkey Temple, with very naughty monkeys. One of my fellow travelers, Julia, decided to visit inside one of the buildings and a monkey stole her shoes - A very nice older man had to bribe it with food before we could get them back!
A typical street in Shimla, with lots of people and street vendors:
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