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Viceregal Lodge.

Museum Viceregal Lodge, formerly the summer residence of British viceroys, stands as a stunning architectural gem in Shimla. Designed by architect Henry Irwin in the Jacobethan style, the lodge features an impressive facade with light blue-grey stone and intricate interior woodwork crafted from Burmese teak, cedar, and walnut. Historically significant, it hosted pivotal events like the 1945 Simla Conference, where key figures including Mahatma Gandhi and Mohammad Ali Jinnah convened. Now functioning as the Indian Institute of Advanced Study, the lodge offers guided tours showcasing its opulent interiors, lush gardens, and rich colonial heritage. Visitors relish breathtaking views of the Himalayas while exploring this cultural landmark.

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Shimla
Address
Rashtrapati Nivas Chaura Maidan Road, Near, Observatory Hill, Boileauganj, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171005, India
Phone
011 2371 5084
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31.104°N · 77.142°E
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