Shimla : The tourist season is at peak but the sales of shopkeepers in Shimla have reduced by almost 30 per cent to 40 per cent.
Besides reduced spending capacity or preferences of tourists, local traders say the fairs organised by outsiders at prime locations on the Mall Road and other areas have added to their woes.
Tourists are spending mostly on accommodation, food and travel. A majority of tourists visiting Shimla are in the age group of 20 to 40 years, who are inclined mostly towards adventure, travel and entertainment than shopping.
Traffic chaos, parking hassles and overcrowding on the Mall Road and the Lower Bazaar area is also keeping the tourist away from the marketplace.