Shimla | 28.04.2019 | 12:00 pm ~ 02:00 pm

Castle on the Hills

About the walk

Shimla, nicknamed ‘The Queen of the Hills’, was the Summer Capital under British Rule in India. Till this day, one can see traces of British architecture in the old wooden buildings while passing through the streets of Shimla. However, these buildings pale in comparison to the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies (formerly the Viceregal Lodge). Completed in 1888, the building was designed by British architect Henry Irwin. It served as the residence of the Viceroy of India during Lord Dufferin’s tenure.

Its architecture is inspired by the English Renaissance, but also contains elements of the castles of the Scottish Highlands. Embellished with wrought stone-work, the main block has three storeys, and the kitchen wing has five. The famous ‘Simla Conference’ was held here in 1945, which was attended by prominent national leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru, Maulana Azad, and Muhammad Ali Jinnah. With its magnificent architecture and beautiful gardens with scented flowers, the building holds numerous stories in its history.

 

The guided tour is free

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
11:45 am

About the walk

Shimla, nicknamed ‘The Queen of the Hills’, was the Summer Capital under British Rule in India. Till this day, one can see traces of British architecture in the old wooden buildings while passing through the streets of Shimla. However, these buildings pale in comparison to the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies (formerly the Viceregal Lodge). Completed in 1888, the building was designed by British architect Henry Irwin. It served as the residence of the Viceroy of India during Lord Dufferin’s tenure.

Its architecture is inspired by the English Renaissance, but also contains elements of the castles of the Scottish Highlands. Embellished with wrought stone-work, the main block has three storeys, and the kitchen wing has five. The famous ‘Simla Conference’ was held here in 1945, which was attended by prominent national leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru, Maulana Azad, and Muhammad Ali Jinnah. With its magnificent architecture and beautiful gardens with scented flowers, the building holds numerous stories in its history.

 

The guided tour is free

Led By

Kajol
Kajol is a young explorer and a history enthusiast. She has a keen interest in discovering the secrets of the past. Aspiring to be a future archaeologist, she is grasping vast knowledge in the field of history.

Meeting Time

11:45 AM

Meeting point

Outside the main building of Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Chaura Maidan

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Railway Station Bus Stop

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

In case you are unable to attend after having registered, please send us an email.

Email: ihw@sahapedia.org

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Please Note

     

• Photography is allowed wherever it is permissible.

• Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and carry drinking water and an umbrella.

• There is parking available at the main gate of The Indian Institute of Advanced Studies. Parking fees are to be borne by the participant.

• The monument has an entry of Rs. 20/- for Indians and Rs. 100/- for foreigners. Expenses on food, travel, etc., to be borne by the participant.