Friday, May 28, 2010

Holidays in Shimla

Holidays in Shimla
There is no place in India that does not celebrate festivals. Shimla also has its own fairs and festivals that are celebrated with much joy and fervor. The festivals celebrated in India and Shimla, are major holidays during which all educational and commercial institutions are closed. Also, most tourist attractions like museums, forts and palaces remain closed during these holidays in Shimla. Check out the list of Shimla important holidays given below. You are advised to cross check with the calendar as most festivals according to the Indian date calendar.

Christmas (25th December)
Diwali
Dusshera
Gandhi Jayanti (National holiday - 2nd October)
Holi
Independence Day (National Holiday - 15th August)
Republic day (National Holiday - 26th January)
Shiva Ratri

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