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The highest hill in Shimla is 2,455
mts. above sea level is a vantage point for Shimla's famous views..
Jakhoo is derived from Yaku after Yaksha. Hill is legendry abode of
Yaksha, Kinners Nagas and Asuras. Legend says that sudden landing of
Hanuman flattened the hill, thus crowned with a temple dedicated to
Lord Hanuman. Exelent view of sunrise, mountains and town.The hill
is full of paths and narrow roads which are enjoyable
walks.
The steep climb to Jakhu Hill, east of the city centre,
will get you the best view of Shimla from an altitude of 2,445m. The
Jakhu Temple is dedicated to the monkey god Hanuman . Since no
temple in India goes without a legend, Jhaku has a story too. It is
said that Hanuman rested here on his way from the Himalayas with the
magical sanjeevani booti, the herb that saved Lakshman’s life.
Appropriately enough, there are many monkeys around the
temple.
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