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The Glen in Shimla

Shimla, with its natural beauty and the historic legacy of the summer capital has always attracted the tourists from all over the globe. Although, there has been lot of development in the city, but govt. and the citizens of Shimla has consciously protected lush and green surroundings of city. One of such protected forests is The Glen, which is fiercely protected by the govt. It is just 4 km away from the center of the city. It is also the oldest picnic spot of the city which is surrounded by the pine and deodar forests. Chadwick falls, which is very famous around the country, is also located in the Glen forest.

Natural beauty of Glen

The Glen is also famous for the adventure sports such as the trekking and hiking routes.

About The Glen

The Glen is one of most attractive and the oldest picnic spot just 4 km away from The Ridge, which is center of the town.  It is located at the high attitude of 1830 m from the sea level. This place is just beyond the Annadale. It is surrounded with the dense forest of the Pine and the deodar trees. The trees provide the shade for the people who visit the place. Chadwick Waterfall is also located in the forest of the The Glen. The picnickers can also take the cold bath in the chilly waters of the waterfall.

Dense Forests of the Glen
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You can also take a pleasant walk in the reserved forests of the Glen. It covers the beautiful glades, forests of the pine and the oak trees, and the enchanting streams of the water. You can also enjoy the picturesque views of the rhododendrons, deodar and the oaks in the forest. You can also enjoy hiking in the terraced fields, descending ravines, rising mountains and the dense forests. You will enjoy walking along with the enchanting streams. The rolling slopes and the woods will compel you to visit the place again and again.

The Glen
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For the people, who love adventure sports and fun, the govt. has organized the trekking and hiking trails. The hiking route, which passes through the narrow valley and the dense Deodar and Pine forest can be counted among the unmatchable experience.


How to reach The Glen

The Glen is the protected deep and dark forest near the centre of the city. It is also famous as the oldest known picnic spot of Shimla. If you want to visit The Glen, you can start from the Shimla Railway station. From there, you have to take the National Highway No. 22. After that, you have to take the Circular Road which will take to the Ridge at the center of the city. This road further leads you to the Glen Forest which is your destination.

Pathways through the Glen
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The complete distance is the 8 km. The tourists and the visitors can reach the centre of the city by hiring the local cab and the taxi. The HPSTC and the private buses are also available very easily. Most of the tourists prefer to spend the day at the Ridge. They also prefer to walk for covering all the tourist spots.

If you want to walk to The Glen, there are two routes. One is from the Kennedy House and the other route is through the Cecil Hotel.

Best Time to visit The Glen

The best time to visit the The Glen is from March to May and after the monsoon, September to November. The monsoons are very heavy. Due to this fact, the water is running high. Also, there is danger of the landslide. The glens are open throughout the year.

Accommodation near The Glen

The Glens are located near Shimla Town. It is just 45 minutes walk from the Mall Road. You can get accommodation in the Shimla at various hotels and the resorts. You can also stay with the local people, who have an extra room and provide the accommodation.

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