Places of Interest around Wildflower Hall
The Shimla Water Catchment Sanctuary: Surrounding Wildflower Hall on three sides, the ancient protected forests offer a range of exploratory walks that display a wide variety of flora and fauna.

The Peak
Perched on a hillock near Mashobra and surrounded by an extensive apple orchard, the Peak is an ideal location for private picnics. The stunning views along with the solitude here had proved irresistible to many a Viceroy.

Viceregal Lodge
The former residence of the Viceroy of India, this fine example of gothic architecture was completed in 1888. It’s grey stone masonry, tiled pitch roof, interiors with elaborately carved Burma teak and British style garden speak of the glory of a bygone era. This building also played an important part during the partition of India and the signing of the Shimla agreement between India and Pakistan. Presently it houses The Indian Institute Of Advanced Studies. A visit to the museum housed here is recommended.

Himachal State Museum
The Museum exhibits a rich display of the state’s cultural, artistic and archaeological heritage. The museum is a twenty-minute walk from Cecil on a hillock adjacent to the Viceregal Lodge.

Christ Church
The church on the Ridge by the Mall is the second oldest in North India. Its fine stained glass windows were designed by Rudyard Kipling’s father; Lockwood Kipling.

Jakhoo Hill
This is Shimla’s highest point at 2,400 meters. It offers a panoramic view of the town, hills, and mountain ranges. The peak has a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. This site is well known for it’s spectacular sunsets and sunrises.

Naldehra
It is about forty five minutes drive from the hotel. The Viceroy, Lord Curzon, was so enchanted by this spot that he gave his daughter “Naldehra” as her middle name. He also created India’s first nine-hole golf course at this site. Golfing is available between March and December.

Chail
The former capital of the Maharajah of Patiala, Chail is built on three hills and is about 40 kilometres from Wildflower Hall. The cricket pitch here is the highest in the world. The old palace and the polo grounds are worth a visit. It is an attractive tourist spot and an ideal place for picnics.

Luxury Spa Resorts/Hotels in India

Amanbagh, Rajasthan

Aman-i-Khas, Ranthambhore

Ananda in the Himalayas (Ananda Spa)

Angsana Oasis Spa & Resort, Bangalore

AyurvedaGram Heritage Wellness Centre, Bangalore

Devigarh Resort Udaipur

Golden Palms Hotel & Spa, Bangalore

Imperial, New Delhi

Kalmatia Sangam Himalaya Resort, Almora

Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village, Kerala

Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur

Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur

Oberoi Vanyavilas, Ranthambhore

Oberoi Wildflower Hall, in the Himalayas, Mashobra

Somatheeram Ayurvedic Health Resort, Kerala

Soukya - Dr. Mathai's International Holistic Health Centre

Taj Fisherman's Cove, Chennai

Taj Usha Kiran Gwalior

The Leela Goa

The Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach Resort Kerala .

Glen
A thickly wooded ravine through which a stream gurgles past moss covered boulders. The surrounding woods offer many a popular picnic spot. Above the Glen is the old carriage track that connects Viceregal Lodge to Annandale and a lonely forest trail that circles Summer Hill.

Narkanda
Situated on the Hindustan Tibet Road, 51 kilometres from Wildflower Hall. It offers a panoramic view of the Inner Himalayas. Set aside some time to pick apples & cherries at the orchards at near by Kotgarh & Thanedar. Eight kilometres from Narkanda is the Hattu Peak, at a height of 3300m, which has several ski slopes – a beginner’s run, a slalom slope and a sharper descent for the seasoned skier.

Tattapani / Shiv Goofa
The hot sulphur springs of Tattapani are known for their therapeutic powers. Follow the Sutlej upto Shiv Goofa, where 181 shivlings’ have been formed by the flow of water through a cave on the river side. The scenic two hour drive is over before you know it.

Mall
The Mall has always been a place to be seen at, for local Shimla residents. It has offered great shopping sprees to visitors since the 1800’s. The unique feature of vehicular traffic being forbidden on the mall has only added to its appeal. The Gaiety theatre, the Town Hall, St. Michael’s Cathedral and the General Post Office are good examples of colonial architecture on the Mall.

Annandale
Seventeen kilometres from the hotel and best known as the Helipad, Annandale is surrounded by thick woods of Himalayan cedar and has a golf course and a temple at its edge.

Kufri
Three kilometers from the hotel, Kufri is at an altitude of 2622 meters. Venture a little beyond Kufri to discover an interesting picnic spots among the forests glades. A unique Nature Park here that houses the animal and birds found in the region is worth a visit.

Sankat Mochan
This temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, is of great religious significance and also commands an excellent view of the town.

Taradevi
Hop on to the “toy train” at Shimla and alight at Taradevi station. Enjoy the two-hour trek through the magnificent cedars up to Taradevi temple. The temple offers serene surroundings and a breathtaking view of low-lying hills in the distance. An all day outing that makes you marvel at nature.

Hatkoti
The ancient temple of Hatkoti is 91 kilometres from Wildflower Hall, at an altitude of 1100 m. It is situated on the banks of the river Pabbar and is dedicated to Goddess Durga and Lord Shiva. Rohru, near Hatkoti, is an excellent spot for trout fishing.

Kasauli
Recommended as a stop on your way back home, Kasauli is a charming town that was a site of an early British army post. Then pine forests offer a great place to relax en route.

Meeting Facilities
Two large meeting rooms with adjoining terrace, syndicate rooms and separate boardroom and a fully equipped state-of-the-art business centre provide every facility for corporate meetings and entertaining. Services available include: Internet services, Interpreter, PC rental, courier services, secretarial services, fax, photocopier and audiovisuals rental.