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Ridge

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About Ridge

Far From City: 0 kms from city center
Cost: About Ridge Weather: Time Required:2-3 hours Open Time:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Cost:No entry fee

Significance of The Ridge The Ridge is an indispensable part of Shimla. Apart from being the cultural centre, ithouses the city's lifeline -the water reservoirwith the capacity of storing 1000000 gallons of water. These water tanks placed under the Ridge supply water to the entire town. This water tank was built in the 1880s with only lime mortar.  Various government functions and fairs are also held at the Ridge. It is the venue for all the major occasions held in Shimla. The most famous festival held here is theSummer Festival. This festival takes place during April or May, making the entire place a riot of colours and activities. It is a five-day extravaganza and has been taking place every year since the 1960s. The major events in this festival are folk dances, flower shows, food festival, ice skating festival and Himachali film festival.  AWinter Sports Festivalis organised at the Ridge. Shimla is the only place in Aisa to have a natural ice skating rink. The ice skating competition usually begins in December and continues until February. The festival sees a lot of lively dance and music.  Historical Structures at The Ridge The Ridge has three historical statues of the great Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi and Y.S. Parmar, the first chief minister of Himachal Pradesh. The place has a Tudorbethan style library established in 1910. The Ridge is also Famous because of its Old Christ church which was built in the 1850's. 

Best time to visit Ridge The Ridge garners tourists all round the year. However, the best time to visit is from April to August and December to January. A good time to visit the place can also be during the summer festival. The local authorities organize the summer festival every year. During this period the Ridge becomes the cultural activities hub of Shimla. 

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Tips 1. Vehicles are not allowed on this street. 2. Do take care of waste disposal. Although a market place, locals care to keep the surroundings clean.

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