As the weather has turned pleasant amid intermittent rainfall in Shimla, more and more tourists are getting attracted to the hill station, with visitors praising the clean air, greenery and relief from the heat and pollution prevailing in the plains.
With cool temperatures, lush green landscapes and improved air quality following recent showers, Shimla continues to attract tourists seeking respite from the summer heat and pollution in the plains. Local tourism stakeholders are hopeful that the favourable weather conditions will further boost tourist arrivals in the coming weeks.
Shimla and several adjoining places in Himachal Pradesh are always sought after spots for people in nearby states seeking respite from the scorching hear. Pleasant weather pattern coupled with frequent showers have become cause for accumulation of a large number of tourists to flock in and around these scenic joints.
Although the southwest monsoon is expected to reach Himachal Pradesh later than usual, pre-monsoon showers have already brought down temperatures and enhanced the scenic beauty of the region. Rainfall was recorded in Shimla on Wednesday, creating a refreshing atmosphere that was welcomed by tourists, particularly those from Delhi, where residents have been facing high temperatures and poor air quality.
Speaking to a news agency, Alina, a tourist from Delhi, said the weather in Shimla offered a much-needed break from the harsh conditions in the national capital."It feels wonderful to be here. Delhi is full of fog, pollution and dust, while Shimla offers a refreshing environment. The heat in Delhi is unbearable, almost touching 50 degrees Celsius. Coming here has been a much-needed break. The cool breeze, pleasant weather and clean surroundings make the experience truly enjoyable. The air quality is excellent, and the environment is far cleaner than what we experience in Delhi."
Another tourist from Delhi, Shailee Mehra, who was visiting Shimla with her family, said the cooler weather had made the trip enjoyable despite occasional rainfall."We have come from Delhi with our family and are having a wonderful time. The weather is beautiful and much cooler compared to Delhi, where the heat is intense.
Although rain has limited some sightseeing, we are enjoying every moment. There is no pollution or dust here, and everything feels clean and fresh. We are very happy to be in Shimla."Deepak Mehra, a lawyer from Delhi, said the difference in climate and air quality between Delhi and Shimla was striking.
"It is totally different from Delhi. I am a lawyer by profession, and since the holidays are on, we decided to visit Himachal Pradesh with our family. The air quality here is excellent, and the weather is amazing. It is worth coming to Shimla. I would encourage everyone to visit the mountains. It is June, yet I am wearing a jacket, which would be unthinkable in Delhi at this time of the year. The experience is wonderful', he said.
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