Mashobra

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Mashobra is a small hill town in Himachal Pradesh. Besides being dotted with small et significant temples, the town also boasts of a lush forest where tourists can sight various wild animals in their natural habitat. Trekking and camping too can be enjoyed inside the forest. Getting There You can travel to the town of Mashobra through many ways, including flights, buses and trains. The town of Mashobra does not have an airport and it also does not have a proper railway station. Trains and flights can thus be taken to the nearest region and buses can be taken from there. The best time to visit Mashobra is from September to November and from February to May. Summers(March to May) are the most popular months to visit as people want to enjoy a col retreat away from the sweltering heat that grips the Northern India. Winters (October to March) are ideal for honeymoon couples as well as tourists who want to enjoy winter sports and snowfall. Monsoon (June to September) are not the best months as rain lashes the region which caused occasional land slides.

Mashobra

Mashobra

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Scenic

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 171007

STD Code: 177

Info Website: 

Best Time to Visit:  September – June

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Places to VisitAdd

How to ReachEdit

By Air : The town of Mashobra does not have an airport

By Train : Mashobra does not have a proper railway station. The railway station is Kalka lies at a distance of around 103 kilometres from the town of Mashobra and you can take a three hour ride to Mashobra.

By BUS : Mashobra is well connected by a road network and national Highway . The tourist can reach to Mashobra by bus.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800
  • Club Mahindra, Whispering Pines, Mashobra ; Shimla – Tatapani – Mandi Rd, Mashobra, Himachal Pradesh 171007. ; Ph – 0177 274 0170; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.
Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Hotel Rock Heaven ; Mashobra, Bazar Rd, Mashobra, Himachal Pradesh 171007.; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.
Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Hotel in Shimla – Mahasu House ; Circular Road, Purani Koti, P.O. Mashobra, Mashobra, Himachal Pradesh 171007 ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.
Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above
  • Hotel Gabels ; Mashobra, Shimla, Mashobra, Himachal Pradesh 171007 ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

Top RestaurantsAdd

  • A One Restaurant ;  Dhalli, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171012. ; M –  094 18 080808 ; Food Serve :  Indian.
  • Tabliss Restaurant ;  Club Mahindra Whispering Pines Resort, Nalthera Tata Pani Road, Mashobra, Shimla- 171007. ; M –  0177) 2740170, (0177) 2740171 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

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FestivalAdd

 

Mahasu Fair ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Mahasu Fair is a festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, locally known as Mahasu Devta – the chief deity of Mashobra and is a popular festival in Mashobra. The festival, also known as Mahasu Jatara, is a two-day affair and celebrated in the premises of the Durga Devi Temple on the third Tuesday in May every year.
Sipi Fair ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Another important festival in Mashobra is Sipi Fair that is celebrated with much enthusiasm here. The festival is celebrated in the honour of Sip Devta and the festivities include cultural programmes along with feasting and dancing.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Beware of pickpockets as Mashobra is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire Brigade : 101
  • Police : 100

ItineraryEdit

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