The Ridge is a wide open spaced road located at the heart of Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh in India. The Ridge is an equally popular attraction in Shimla compared to other astonishingly beautiful landscapes and valleys. This place is positioned at a distance of 1.2 kms from Old Bus Stand and, 2 kms from the railway station in Shimla.
The Ridge is not only a favorite among tourists but also, a delight for the residents of Shimla. The Road stretches from east to west along the famous Mall Road, the shopping hub of Shimla. The place connecting the Ridge and The Mall road is known as Scandal Point.
A very famous event called the Summer Festival is organized at this location every year in the month of April and May, when the entire population in Shimla comes alive with active participation in the festival. Apart from this, the Ridge is a usual site for all important public functions and fairs.
The Ridge has got a very famous landmark, the Christ Church which is a renowned monument from the colonial era. It has also got other admired spots like Jakhoo hill and Lakkad bazaar. Beautiful sunset views, live and jolly crowd, majestic Shivalik ranges all around, make Ridge an iconic place to visit and experience.