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TARA DEVI TREK

Tara Devi Trek is a lovely walkway leading to the famous Tara Devi Temple on Tarav Hill, near Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The trail is surrounded by thick forests, with pretty views, tall deodar and pine trees, green meadows, and colorful wildflowers. It's not a tough trek, so beginners can enjoy it too. The whole walk is about 8-9 km, taking around 1-2 hours. The trek offers a chance to enjoy nature and visit the temple to seek blessings.

Trek Highlights

Starting Point	Shimla Railway Station or Old Bus Stand Shimla
Difficulty	Easy to moderate
Length	About 8-9 km round trip
Duration	1-2 hours
Altitude	7200 ft above sea level
Best Time to Visit	March to June and September to November
Description	A pleasant trek through forests with views of Shimla city and valleys. Stone steps make the walk easier.
Temple Details	Tara Devi Temple is dedicated to a local Goddess and has a history of over 250 years.
Transportation	Train or bus from Shimla to Tara Devi Temple, with buses available for the return journey.
Recommended Gear	Good shoes, raincoat, water bottle, torch, and basic medicines.
Environment Tips	Keep the trail clean, carry reusable items, and dispose of waste properly.

Starting Point

Shimla Railway Station or Old Bus Stand Shimla

Difficulty

Easy to moderate

Length

About 8-9 km round trip

Duration

1-2 hours

Altitude

7200 ft above sea level

Best Time to Visit

March to June and September to November

Description

A pleasant trek through forests with views of Shimla city and valleys. Stone steps make the walk easier.

Temple Details

Tara Devi Temple is dedicated to a local Goddess and has a history of over 250 years.

Transportation

Train or bus from Shimla to Tara Devi Temple, with buses available for the return journey.

Recommended Gear

Good shoes, raincoat, water bottle, torch, and basic medicines.

Environment Tips

Keep the trail clean, carry reusable items, and dispose of waste properly.

Trek Description

The Tara Devi Temple is located on Tarav Hill, about 18 km from Shimla. The trek starts from Tara Devi Railway Station. It's not too hard, and you'll enjoy views of Shimla as you climb. You'll see beautiful trees like deodar and pine, and maybe spot some wildlife. The temple is a peaceful place.

Dos and Don'ts on the Trek

Dos: Wear good shoes, keep the trail clean, and enjoy the nature around you.
Don'ts: Don't litter, don't carry valuables, and don't disturb the wildlife.

How to Reach

By Train: Take a train from Shimla Railway Station to Tara Devi Railway Station, then walk to the temple trail.
By Bus: Get a bus from Old Bus Stand Shimla to Tara Devi Bus Stop, and start your trek from there.
Once Reach Temple you can come back by bus to Shimla.

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