Himachal Pradesh: Pleasant weather, rainfall draw tourists to Shimla; visitors praise clean air, scenic beauty
Shimla, June 24
Pleasant weather and intermittent rainfall in Shimla have attracted a large number of tourists to the hill station, with visitors praising the clean air, greenery and relief from the heat and pollution prevailing in the plains.
Although the southwest monsoon is expected to reach Himachal Pradesh later than usual, pre-monsoon showers have already brought down temperatures and enhanced the scenic beauty of the region.
Rainfall was recorded in Shimla on Wednesday, creating a refreshing atmosphere that was welcomed by tourists, particularly those from Delhi, where residents have been facing high temperatures and poor air quality.
Speaking to ANI, Alina, a tourist from Delhi, said the weather in Shimla offered a much-needed break from the harsh conditions in the national capital.
"It feels wonderful to be here. Delhi is full of fog, pollution and dust, while Shimla offers a refreshing environment. The heat in Delhi is unbearable, almost touching 50 degrees Celsius. Coming here has been a much-needed break. The cool breeze, pleasant weather and clean surroundings make the experience truly enjoyable. The air quality is excellent, and the environment is far cleaner than what we experience in Delhi."
Another tourist from Delhi, Shailee Mehra, who was visiting Shimla with her family, said the cooler weather had made the trip enjoyable despite occasional rainfall.
"We have come from Delhi with our family and are having a wonderful time. The weather is beautiful and much cooler compared to Delhi, where the heat is intense. Although rain has limited some sightseeing, we are enjoying every moment. There is no pollution or dust here, and everything feels clean and fresh. We are very happy to be in Shimla."
Deepak Mehra, a lawyer from Delhi, said the difference in climate and air quality between Delhi and Shimla was striking.
"It is totally different from Delhi. I am a lawyer by profession, and since the holidays are on, we decided to visit Himachal Pradesh with our family. The air quality here is excellent, and the weather is amazing. It is worth coming to Shimla. I would encourage everyone to visit the mountains. It is June, yet I am wearing a jacket, which would be unthinkable in Delhi at this time of the year. The experience is wonderful."
Another visitor, Shreya, said the rainfall had added to the charm of the hill station.
"It has been a wonderful experience. Initially, I was a little worried about the rain, but once we started exploring, the weather felt absolutely pleasant. The greenery, forests and fresh air make this place special. The air quality is very good, and Shimla is an ideal destination for spending holidays in a peaceful environment."
With cool temperatures, lush green landscapes and improved air quality following recent showers, Shimla continues to attract tourists seeking respite from the summer heat and pollution in the plains. Local tourism stakeholders are hopeful that the favourable weather conditions will further boost tourist arrivals in the coming weeks.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I'm an expat living in Mumbai and I've been hearing about this. The weather in the plains is brutal right now—hitting 50°C in Delhi is insane. I've visited Shimla during the monsoon and it's beautiful. But I wish the article talked more about how the local infrastructure handles all these tourists. The hill stations get overwhelmed sometimes.
Shimla is always a great escape! I grew up in Himachal and even after moving to Bangalore, the mountains call me back every year. The monsoon rains make the hills so green and fresh. But honestly, the tourist rush can be too much sometimes. And the pollution from vehicles on the Mall Road is spoiling the charm. We need more eco-friendly tourism.
It's wonderful to see people finding relief from the heat. I visited Shimla last year and the clean air was a revelation. But I hope the authorities are investing in better waste management—I saw a lot of plastic litter on my last hike. These beautiful places need more protection.
I'm glad Shimla is getting tourists, but I wish the article mentioned the locals. The hill stations are becoming expensive for residents because of tourism. Also, the narrow roads get choked with Delhi and Punjab cars. Yes, the weather is nice, but let's not forget the environmental impact of so many people driving up every weekend.
As someone who grew up in Delhi, I can vouch for this! The contrast is stark. But I'm also thinking—should we be encouraging more car travel to hill stations? The carbon footprint is huge. Maybe we need better train connectivity or promotion of off-season
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