Shimla to Gabon

Shimla is the capital city of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It enjoys a beautiful mountainous setting and is known for holding a rich cultural heritage, making it one of the most admired tourist destinations in the country. Mall Road is the heartbeat of the hill station that presents a fine collection of restaurants, shops, clubs, bars and several places of interest for the visitors. Christ Church and Scandal Point are some of the best attractions of Shimla. Jakhu Temple, located atop Jakhu Hill, is a must-inclusion on the itinerary of any Shimla tour. This hill is the highest point in this city, offering amazing views of the city and surrounding regions. Viceregal Lodge is an impressive colonial-era structure located atop Observatory Hill, another worth-visiting site of the hill station. A guided tour of Shimla Water Catchment Sanctuary can be a memorable experience. It is a Himalayan forest reserve that features a rare biodiversity and a predominance of graceful cedar trees. Out of the many places of religious importance, Tara Devi Temple is worth-mentioning. Believed to have been established around 250 years ago, this temple is located on a hilltop and surrounded by lush greenery from all sides. Trekking is one of the most popular recreation activities in the local mountains. Rightly called the ‘Queen of Hills,’ this city is a mountain paradise for families, couples, and of course, nature-lovers. MakeMyTrip offers many exciting travel packages, getting hands on one of which can make a visit to this city a pleasant experience.

The ‘Last Eden Earth on Earth’, Gabon lies along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean in western Africa. Extending across the equator with three-fourths of the nation dominated by rainforest, it faces an equatorial climate. Libreville is the capital city housing unique cultural treasures such as Palais Presidentiel and L'Eglise St-Michel. Several shops, hypermarkets, restaurants and government buildings are at the downtown avenue, Boulevard Triomphal. Near the city, the rainforest preserve, Arboretum de Sibang and the offshore Pointe Denis Beach offer the best escape into nature. Port Gentil in western Gabon is the nation’s second largest city. The seaport city lacks the rush of the capital but offers a bustling nightlife with Le Code Bar and Joe’s Restaurant & Bar being among the most sought-after. While St. Louis Church is an iconic landmark, Sogara Beach offers a fine leisurely ambience. The east central region of Gabon is popular for Ivindo National Park. Comprising an untamed landscape, Kongou, Mingouli and Djidji are three spectacular waterfalls that must not be missed. With 600 mammals, 2000 plant species and 400 bird species, it is also prized for being home to the largest concentration of western lowland gorillas in the entire continent. Loango National Park in western Gabon is another must-visit wonder with 100 km of beaches stretching along the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. This protected area also covers some parts of the Iguéla Lagoon. Here, travellers can enjoy sport fishing, whale watching, gorilla trekking and marine turtle spotting. To visit Gabon, simply choose MakeMyTrip to book flights and hotels with great discounts.