Places to See in Shimla
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2 public-works wonders, catalogued in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — every entry sourced from news reports, RTI replies and civic archives.
Shimla has spent no small sum on attractions of unmatched ambition. Below, newest first, are the public-works entries every visitor should know about before their next trip through the city. Whichever route you take, the guide covers what to see, its current status, and roughly how much it cost the public to build.
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Khalini–Talland Flyover
A 220-metre flyover meant to ease chronic Khalini-Talland congestion has failed to move past tendering for years; CPWD has floated tenders four times, each cancelled or restarted after technical design revisions.
Shimla Jubbarhatti Airport: Runway Shortfall
Perched at 2,196 metres and flanked by gorges, Shimla's table-top runway is roughly 300 metres short of the 1,500-metre length aviation experts say is the safe minimum, restricting it to small aircraft and non-scheduled flights. Runway expansion has been stalled for years by disputes over adjoining forest land and private property, and in December 2025 the Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed Shimla as one of 15 UDAN airports nationwide with no scheduled flight operations.
Frequently Asked
Visitor questions
What is the number one place to see in Shimla?
Scroll to the list. It runs newest first, by the most recent year on record for each entry, so whatever the city has managed most recently sits at the top. Entries with no documented year are filed at the end.
Are these attractions safe to visit?
Define 'safe'. Daylight visits are advised. Maintain distance from open manholes, leaning structures, and anything under active repair. We accept no liability; neither does anyone else, which is rather the theme.
How much did these projects cost?
Where public figures exist, they're listed on each attraction's page, sourced from tenders, budgets and RTI replies. Several projects have no publicly disclosed final cost — that's noted too.
Can I suggest an attraction for this guide?
Shimla produces new landmarks faster than we can rank them. Submit a photo and location via the 'Submit a Blunder' button, and our desk will verify and add it.