North Country Mall

North Country Mall Mohali

The biggest mall of Punjab is operational in Greater Mohall next to TDI city on national highway 21.

Other than Chandigarh and Panchkula this will cater to a large population residing in Mohali, Greater Mohali, Kharad, Kurali, Ropar, Morinda and even more far flung places as this the only mall in the area.

The key features of this Mall are

Spread over more than 21 acres it has vast open spaces and parking fields of more than 2000 cars at surface level. An additional parking space of 1500 is there in the basement. Its frontage is more than 350 feet and this mall is poised to become the biggest landmark of Mohali after the cricket stadium.
The mall has four levels with 10 lakh square feet area. It has multiple entry points to decongest the traffic
Huge ceilings and wide corridors add to the ambience of this Mall
It will have the biggest movie multiples in the tricity with nine screens having a seating capacity of more than 1800 people at a time. 36000 square feet food court is also there adjacent to the multiples in addition to many restaurants
There are around 250 shops in this mall offering a wide spectrum of products for shoppers in addition to big anchor stores and a hypermarket. The hypermarket itself will be more than 1 Lakh square feet in size.
It will have indoor games and entertainment arcade managed by funcity on the second floor

The opening of north counter mall will give more shopping options to shoppers in the tricity. The recently opened Elante mall in Chandigarh has been a huge success. These malls are bigger than many famous malls in Delhi and NCR.

Comparison of North Country Mall and Elante Mall Chandigarh

As these malls are located in different parts of tricity there will be no competition between them, it will help ease out the traffic and provide more options for shoppers.

S. No	Description	North Country Mall	Elante Mall
1	Mall Area	> 21 Acres	Part of 20 acres with hotel and office building
2	Shopping area	10 L Sq Ft	11.5 L Sq ft
3	Food court	> 36000 Sq Ft	> 20000 sq feet
4	Number of floors	UB, G+2	UB, G+3
5	Total parking space	> 3500 cars	>5000 cars with hydraulic lifts
6	Surface parking	2000 cars	NIL , UT paid parking in adjacent plot
7	Multiplex	9 screen	8 screen
8	Games and rides	Funcity	Funcity
9	Website	www.northcountrymall.com	www.elante.in

Off Beat Places in Himachal Pradesh

Tourists generally visit the places which are famous and most visited by all. There are many places in Himachal Pradesh, which are worth visiting, but are not known to many tourists. These places are very picturesque and away from the main cities and towns. These places are known as off-beat places and you can enjoy the beauty of these places.

Some must to visit off beat places in Himachal Pradesh

Tirthan Valley

Tirthan valley is a very beautiful location in Himachal Pradesh. It is located in the Kullu district. It is one of the best places for camping, Hiking, Rock climbing, Rope activities and Trekking. This valley is likea paradise for nature lovers and adventurous people. Tirthan valley is named after the Tirthan river originating from the glaciers of the Great Himalayas. This valley is surrounded by the Great Himalayan National Park.

Kullu Valley

Kullu valley is also popularly known as ‘The Valley of the Gods’. The valley is best during the spring season for the colourful atmosphere surrounded with white and pink blossoms and higher regions with gorgeous Rhododendrons. In December, there is no greenery seen and only the pine trees and surroundings covered with snow can be seen in the valley.

Spiti Valley

Spiti Valley is located in the North-Eastern part of Himachal Pradesh, in the Kinnaur district and covered with snow for most of the year. The valley is very beautiful for the silence and the breathtaking atmosphere. It is not much explore by most of the Indians, is mostly visited by the Foreigners, most probably due to the extreme cold weather. The Buddhist culture is mainly followed in this valley. The famous Ki Monastery and the Tabo Monastery are located in this valley.

Baspa Valley

Baspa valley is located in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. This valley is surrounded by fruit orchards, oak, pine and deodar trees. The Batseri village near the Baspa valley is famous for the houses built of wood and the excellent wooden craftwork. It is also famous for the handicraft items of hand woven shawls and Kinnauri caps. The Bapsa valley is also famous for the very old Kamakshi Devi temple with a huge statue of Lord Buddha at the entrance, Saffron farm, Tibetian wood carving centre, Chilgoza and Royal Red Apple orchards. This valley is an ideal location for Paragliding.

Barot

Barot is a calm and peaceful place away from the usual crowded places. This place is very picturesque for the terraced fields, thick cedar forests and outdoor activities like trekking. The main attraction is the Uhl river, flowing on the either side of the Barot village. Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary is located near Barot, which is a home for Ghoral, Himalayan Black Bear and a variety of pheasants. Barot is located in the Mandi district, 40 km from Jogindernagar and 66 km from Mandi.

Chamba Valley

Chamba valley is just 56 km from Dalhousie. The valley is well known for the magnificent scenery. The three well defined snowy ranges, the Dauladhar, the Pir Panjal and the Zanskar ranges are located in the Chamba valley. This valley is famous for the beautiful temples and the unique miniatures and handicrafts.

Famous Tourist Destinations of Himachal Pradesh

Most of the people know that Shimla and Manali are the only two tourist places in Himachal Pradesh India. But there are more than a dozen tourist attractions in Himachal Pradesh. The following are the most popular tourist places in Himachal Pradesh. These are the best places where you can enjoy a lot and spend much time.

Shimla

The queen of hills and the capital of Himachal Pradesh Set amidst spectacular hills and seeped in an aura of colonial charm, Shimla is the most popular hiss station in Himachal Pradesh

Manali

The second most popular hill station in Himachal. Enjoy the snow, mountains and the rivers magnificent views everywhere. Manali travel Guide

Kullu

A truly lush slice of heaven on earth, the valley is famous for its beauty and for handicrafts especially the Kullu Shawls. Kullu Travel Guide

Kasauli

The nearest hill station from the plains, famous destination of artists and for quick trips. Many painters and writers have made this place popular by having their second homes here. The weather is neither too hot not too cold.

Tourist Spots around Shimla

Famous tourist spots like Chail, Kufri, Naldehra, Mashobra are there in Shimla.

Dharamshala

With the Dhauladhar Mountains serving as its backdrop, the town presents a picturesque sight. Famous for the holy seat of Dalai Lama and recently built international level cricket stadium which has helped this place to become popular in recent years.

Kangra

Noted for its beautiful temples, valley and artistic heritage, with Brajeshwari temple the most famous one here. Kangra tea is famous worldwide

Palampur

Famous for tea plantations and picturesque views of mountains and the plains

Dalhousie

Having a distinct colonial aura. The town will make your travel vacation the most memorable one.

Chamba

Famous for beautiful temple and handicrafts, once a charming medieval town. Well known for its splendid architecture and a base for numerous excursions.

Khajjiar

Switzerland of India, famous for impressive natural beauty. saucer-shaped plateau surrounded by dense pine and deodar forests easy accessible from Chamba and Dalhousie.

Tourist places near Shimla

Tourist spots around Shimla | places of interest near Shimla

There are a number of tourist spots around Shimla. The following are the most popular and are worth a visit. You are bound to have lasting impressions of these spots in your mind for a long time. You will enjoy a lot here.

Wild Flower Hall

Wild flower hall is situated at an altitude of 2,498 m and 13 km from Shimla on Hindustan-Tibet Road. Nestling among thick flora and fauna, the Wild Flower Hall commands a breathtaking view of the snows.

Mashobra

Situated on Shimla-Naldehra road 10 kilometers from Shimla at a height of 7700 feet. It is a place of unique beauty, and is an ideal interlude beneath the oaks and the pines. Featuring beautiful gardens it is a popular weekend spot, lined with innumerable picnic spots. Stone benches have been strategically placed all over the grassy knolls, where you can sit back and enjoy views of the Dhauladhar Range. About 3 km from Mashobra is the lovely resort of Craignano (7,800 feet).

Naldehra

Naldehra, is situated at an altitude of 6706 feet and is 25 km from Shimla on Shimla- Tattapani road. Naldehra houses the oldest and the highest golf course in India. It is a famous picnic spot and one can have leisure pine lined forest walks and horse rides. Its beauty has attracted the film industry and this place has featured in many Hindi movies.

Tattapani

It is 51 km from Shimla and well known for hot sulfurous springs. One can enjoy fishing and playing in the water.

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Kufri

Kufri is the hottest spot to be during winters, because everyone lands up here to ski and throw snowballs at each other. Situated at distance of 16 km from Shimla and at an altitude of 2510 m above sea level it attracts bands of ski enthusiasts from all over the country drift from the snowy fields of Kufri to Narkanda in search of the finest ski slopes on which to flaunt their expertise. The Himalayan Nature Park here has a good collection of animals and birds found in the region

Fagu

Fagu overlooking the Giri Valley , is situated on Hindustan-Tibet Road and is 23 kilometers from Shimla. Fagu is gifted with some enchanting views of the valley and distant Himalayas. Fagu also serves as entry point for Kinnaur and Spiti, and is an ideal trekking base.

Narkanda

Situated at 66 kilometers from Shimla, on Hindustan Tibet road Narkanda, offers wonderful slopes for skiing. At an elevation of 9017 feet, it has dense pine forests. Hatu peak, 8 km from Narkanda, provides a striking panorama of the plains below. Narkanda offers spectacular views of snow ranges. In winters short skiing courses are organized…more

Chail

Situated at 45 kilometers from Shimla, Chail is a lush green setting and was the former capital of the Patiala State. It also has a wildlife sanctuary It has the world’s highest cricket ground at a height of 7220 feet situated in the cantonment area , as such, is out of bounds to civilians. There is a wildlife sanctuary at a distance of 3 km from here. It is one of the few notified regions in the state where humans and wild beasts live side by side. The Palace of Maharaja Of Patiala has been converted into the popular Palace Hotel. Chail is for leisurely walks in summer and autumn, and fun in the snow in winters…more

Sight seeing tours around Shimla

Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) has a fleet of air-conditioned and luxury coaches and organizes Sight-Seeing Tours, Special Tours and Packages to meet the exclusive travel needs of tourists.

H.P. Tourism Development Corporation Ltd

THE MALL, SHIMLA -171001

Tel: (0177) 2652561, 2658302 Fax: (0177) 2652557, E-mail: shimla@hptdc.in

The ticket ranges between Rs 150 to Rs 300 per seat

Some popular sight seeing tours are:

Shimla – Wild Flower Hall – Kufri – Indira Holiday Home – Fagu – Mashobra – Craignano – Fruit Research Station – Naldehra – Shimla. Distance 85 kilometers

Shimla – Fagu – Theog – Matiana – Narkanda – Shimla. Distance 130 kilometers

Shimla – Kufri – Chail – Kiarighat – Shimla. Distance 110 kilometers;

Shimla – Naldehra – Tattapani – Shimla. Distance 106 kilometers

Shimla – Kufri – Fagu – Chini Bungalow – Shimla. Distance 60 kilometers

NOTE: Itinerary and timings subject to change. Please contact their office at Shimla for latest updates and more details.

In addition, both Himachal Road Transport Corporation and Private tour operators also run transport services to all these places.

Tourist spots in Shimla

Visit Shimla anytime during the year, its forever beautiful. But it surely gets an added charm during the monsoons when the hills turn lush green. Winters too make it brilliant as soft snow covers the land and makes it shine pristine white. Ancient temples and old churches are worth visiting. Stop at one of the hills and find mist enveloping you and everything else around. The following are the must see places in Shimla

Shimla ice Skating Rink

Shimla has the only natural ice-skating rink in India. An Ice-skating Carnival is arranged every year by the Ice-skating Club during January. During this festival, members display their skill on ice and participate in a fancy dress competition

Himachal State Museum & Library

Around two and a half kilometers from Scandal Point is Himachal State Museum and Library. The museum displays a collection of historical sculptors, paintings, coins and photos relating to the history of entire state. The museum itself is housed in a colonial building perched over hill top. The gallery also has an exquisite collection of paintings which are the last pieces of the Indian art form, the Pahari miniature art form before the Western form took over. There are dozens of Mughal and Rajasthani miniature paintings. The museum opens daily except on Mondays and public holidays.

Viceregal Lodge & Botanical Gardens

On the Observatory Hills is located Viceregal Lodge. This magnificent building was the residence of the British Viceroy Lord Dufferin. The lodge has now been converted into Indian Institute of Advanced Studies and is further 2-km from State Museum.

The Ridge

The large open space in the heart of town presents excellent view of the mountain ranges. You can sit over there and enjoy the nature beauty with Ice cream.

The Mall

The hub of Simla is the Mall, which runs along the Ridge and is crowded with tourists. It is the city’s most famous shopping center, with shops selling all items, from clothes to junk food. Most of Shimla’s landmarks are located here. The Mall further joins the Ridge at the ‘Scandal Point’ , where a statue of Lala Lajpat Rai has been erected. This is the main shopping center of Simla with restaurants

Prospect Hill

Crowned by Kamna Devi temple, it is 15-min walk from Boileauganj on Shimla-Bilaspur road.

Glenn

Its about 4 km walk from the Ridge through dense Forests, a sprightly stream flows through the Glen forests a It is a famous picnic spot. Annandale : Beyond the Glen is Annandale, another picnic spot. The big open ground rarely found in the hills is covered with deodar forests.

Elysium Hill

On the road leading through Lakkar Bazaar, houses the famous Auckland House, the former residence of Viceroy Lord Auckland. It is a well-known girls’ school now.

Chadwick Falls

These are the 67 meters high water falls which come streaming down from the Summer Hill. The falls are set amidst thick forest at a height of 1586 meters. The falls are at their best after monsoons. You can go and explore the tracks in the forest on your own, deodar trees line the forest. There are also some old temples close by and a fair is held here in April every year.