Shimla Turns Winter Wonderland After 1st Snowfall In Decades

Shimla and its surrounding tourist destinations witnessed a rare early December snowfall on Sunday, marking the season’s first snow and breaking a decades-long trend

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The snowfall has turned the hill station and nearby areas like Kufri and Narkanda into picturesque winter wonderlands, sparking excitement among locals and tourists alike

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Residents noted the unusual timing, with Ganesh Sud, a longtime Shimla resident, remarking that it’s the first time in over 20 years that snowfall has occurred this early

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The snowfall, though light, briefly transformed the iconic hill station, known for its British-era architecture and charm, into a snowy paradise

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High-altitude regions like Lahaul-Spiti, Kullu, Kinnaur, and Chamba also received snow, while the majestic Dhauladhar ranges in Kangra sported a fresh white cover

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Lower regions, including Dharamsala, Solan, and Mandi, experienced rain, leading to a noticeable drop in temperatures

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The Himachal Pradesh tourism industry is optimistic about a surge in visitors as news of the snowfall spreads

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The Met Office predicts that scattered rain and snow may continue until Monday, followed by clear skies that could cause temperatures to drop further

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