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“Our tourism largely runs on weather, scenic views and the Mall Road. We need more activities and additional tourist attractions to provide visitors with a better experience,” said Prince Kukreja, vice-president of the Shimla Hoteliers Association.Industry representatives believe the hill station must evolve to meet changing tourist expectations. They point to the success of the Jakhu Ropeway as evidence that well-planned attractions can significantly enhance the visitor experience.“The Jakhu Ropeway has emerged as one of the city’s major attractions.
We need to create more such facilities for tourists.
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Attractions such as sunset points, selfie points and live music performances could help engage visitors and encourage them to stay longer,” said a local hotelier, noting that live bands were once a popular feature in the town.Among the projects viewed as potential game changers is the proposed all-weather ice skating rink, which tourism stakeholders believe could attract visitors throughout the year and extend their stay in Shimla. However, despite funds having been available for some time, the project remains mired in bureaucratic delays.Similarly, the ambitious Shimla Passenger Ropeway Project, once expected to transform urban mobility and tourism in the city, has been pushed to the back burner due to escalating costs. Stakeholders maintain that, if implemented, the project would not only boost tourism but also ease traffic congestion and improve daily life for residents.Another major challenge facing Shimla is the lack of reliable air connectivity.
Stakeholders point out that Shimla is perhaps the only state capital in the country without dependable air links.“The absence of reliable air connectivity discourages high-end tourists from visiting.
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Such travellers often have limited time and are unlikely to choose a destination that is difficult to access,” said a hotelier.Concerns have also been raised over the management of Kufri, one of the region’s most popular tourist destinations. According to tourism industry representatives, a large proportion of visitors to Shimla also travel to Kufri, but many leave disappointed.“Most tourists who visit Kufri return dissatisfied. The destination suffers from poor management, inadequate visitor facilities and widespread overcharging,” another hotelier said.However, tourism officials caution that Shimla’s infrastructure is already under considerable strain and may not be able to accommodate significantly higher tourist numbers.“Traffic congestion is already a serious issue, and the city faces an acute shortage of parking facilities,” a tourism official said.At the same time, officials highlighted the rapid growth of homestay tourism in villages surrounding Shimla.
Areas around Chail and beyond Kufri have witnessed a surge in quality homestay accommodation in recent years.“Many tourists now prefer staying in villages rather than within the city.
Homestay tourism has been flourishing in the surrounding areas and is emerging as an attractive alternative for visitors seeking a quieter experience,” the official added.The Baisakhi Sale Plan offers an excellent value of 2 years of subscription + 6 months complimentary.If you proceed with this purchase, your current monthly subscription plan will be immediately cancelled.