Lantern HOTEL

12/05/2016

SUMMER IS HERE AND SHIMLA IS THE PERFECT ESCAPE FOR A SHORT TRIP. WE AT LANTERN WELCOME YOU ALL AND HOPE YOU HAVE A PLEASANT STAY WITH US.

25/12/2015

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas!!!

17/07/2015

History

Shimla (then spelt Simla) was settled by the British shortly after the first Anglo-Gurkha war, and is located at 7,116 feet (2,169 m) in the foothills of the Himalayas. By the 1830s, Shimla had already developed as a major base for the British.[citation needed] It became the summer capital of British India in 1864, and was also the headquarters of the British army in India. Prior to construction of the railway, communication with the outside world was via village cart.[1]

The 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) broad gauge Delhi-Kalka line opened in 1891.[2] The Kalka–Shimla Railway was build on 2 ft (610 mm) narrow gauge tracks by the Delhi-Ambala-Kalka Railway Company beginning in 1898.[1] The estimated cost was Rs 86,78,500 but the cost doubled during construction.[citation needed] The 96.54 km (59.99 mi) line opened for traffic on November 9, 1903.[1] It was inaugurated by Viceroy of India Lord Curzon.[3] Because of the high capital and maintenance costs and peculiar working conditions, the Kalka–Shimla Railway was allowed to charge higher fares than on other lines. However, the company was still not profitable and was purchased by the government on January 1, 1906 for Rs 1,71,07,748. In 1905 the line was regauged to 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) to conform to standards set by the Indian War Department.
Ordinary local train halts at the Solan Station

This route passes through a city named Solan, which is also known as mini Shimla. A festival celebrating the goddess Shoolini Devi, after which the city is named, is held each summer in June.

In 2007, the government of Himachal Pradesh declared the railway a heritage property.[4] For about a week starting on September 11, 2007, an expert team from UNESCO visited the railway to review and inspect it for possible selection as a World Heritage Site. On July 8, 2008, the Kalka–Shimla Railway became part of the World Heritage Site Mountain Railways of India.[5] alongside Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Nilgiri Mountain Railway, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.[

04/07/2015

30/06/2015

The best place to have your meals, coffee, tea and snacks. Lounge all day long, read a book, switch off your phone and soak in the sun and the fresh breeze.

30/06/2015

Away from the hustle and bustle of Mall road, Lantern hotel provides a peaceful retreat only 1.5 km away. Breathtaking sunsets, mist laden mountains, clouds rising up the valley and filling up your room, sound of breeze sweeping through tall Deodar trees will leave you mesmerised.

30/06/2015

On the 6th floor this Deodar wood attic has a private terrace overlooking the forest. One king size bed, 2 extra double beddings, fresh bed linen, pillows, towels, open living room, electric kettle with a choice of exotic teas, 32 inch LED TV, 24 hour hot water, bath tub, vanity, square toilet seat with health faucet and urinal. Best suited for a group of 6-8 adults.

30/06/2015

One of our premium rooms with a view of the forest. Corner room with 2 big bay windows, queen size bed double bed with a cushion back panel, fresh bed linen, pillows, towels,quilt, themed cushions, 32 inch flat screen LED TV, 24 hours hot water, electric kettle with a choice of exotic teas to relax and your body and mind. Clean toilet with a vanity, looking mirror, glass separator for bath and square toilet seat.

30/06/2015

One of our premium rooms with a view of the forest. This being a corner room has 2 large bay windows, queensize bed with cushion back, fresh bed linen, pillows, themed cushions, towels, framed vintage photo of Shimla, electric kettle with exotic flavours to choose from. The toilet has a vanity, glass separator for bath and square toilet seats with health faucet.

30/06/2015

One of our luxury rooms with big bay windows, vintage king size wooden bed, fresh bed linen, themed cushions, towels, electric kettle with an array of tea flavours to choose from.

30/06/2015

Cosy space to relax and connect. Free Wifi available..... check your mail, social media or research about incredible places to visit in and around Shimla or plan your next vacation.

30/06/2015

Vintage charm of Shimla, the once summer capital of India during the Raj, has been displayed in drawings, lithographs, photographs and artifacts across the walls and upholstery of this hotel