First snowfall of 2022 turns Shimla into winter wonderland; see pics

Hail, rain and snowfall that occurred on the year's first weekend turned Shimla, one of the most-loved hill stations in India, into a white wonderland resulting in a sudden rise in the number of tourists.

First snowfall of 2022 turns Shimla into winter wonderland; see pics

Hail, rain and snowfall that occurred on the year's first weekend turned Shimla into a white wonderland. Credit: PTI Photo

The snowfall attracted a large number of tourists to the hill station. Credit: PTI Photo

This fresh spell of snowfall made tourists and hoteliers happy. Credit: PTI Photo

The upper parts of Shimla city, including Jakhoo, The Ridge, Benmore and Sanjauli continue to experience light snowfall. Credit: PTI Photo

Normal life in the tribal districts of Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur and Pangi, and Bharmour of Chamba district was thrown out of gear due to snowfall. Credit: PTI Photo

The lowest temperature in the state was recorded at minus 5.1 degrees Celsius in Lahaul-Spiti's administrative centre Keylong. Credit: PTI Photo

Tourists ski after fresh snowfall at Kufri near Shimla in Himachal Pradesh. Credit: PTI Photo

The snow-covered Sanjauli area after fresh snowfall in Shimla. Credit: PTI Photo

Tourists are seen enjoying a walk at The Ridge during snowfall in Shimla. Credit: PTI Photo