The Northern India with it’s closeness to The Great Himalayas, brags some of the most well-known Hill Stations. It might be surprising to know that South India, which is known for it’s tropical climate and coastal regions also have several beautiful hill stations. This disbelief could arise from the fact that most people associate a hill station with the Himalayas or the North part of India. The South India being home to the Western and Eastern Ghats having two major mountain ranges, vaunts lush green landscapes, tea plantations and cool climate similar to the more popular Northern Hill Stations.
The list of most popular and incredible hill stations of India is as follows:
• Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
• Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir
• Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir
• Leh, Ladakh
• Manali, Himachal Pradesh
• Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
• Mount Abu, Rajasthan
• Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
• Nanital, Uttarakhand
• Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
• Ooty, Tamil Nadu
• Munar, Kerala
• Thekkady, Kerala
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
Known as the “Venice of the East”, settled in the Kashmir Valley, Srinagar is famous for it’s pristine Dal Lake, relaxing Houseboat rides, snow-capped white mountains and beautiful Mughal Gardens. It offers a view of picturesque landscapes, pleasant climate and rich history of ancient times to the visitors. Tourists can enjoy Shikara rides, explore the historic Jama Masjid and visit Shankaracharya Temple. The local markets of the area are filled with Pashmina shawls, carpets and Kashmiri handcrafts.
Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir
The “Meadow of Flowers”, Gulmarg is an extremely popular hill station in Jammu & Kashmir. It is famous for it’s ski slopes and the Gulmarg Gondola, one of the highest cable cars in the world. In summer season, the places is an ideal visit for trekking meanwhile in winter season, the place offers variety of snow sports for snow lovers and enthusiastic. The place also offers stunning views of the Himalayas.
Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir
Located in the Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir, Pahalgam is known for it’s scenic beauty and the Lidder River. It is a pedestal for the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage and offers a variety of opportunities for adventurous activities like trekking, horse-riding and fishing. The two famous valleys here- The Betaab Valley and The Aru Valley nearby Pahalgam are a must-visit destinations for the travelers who love nature more than anything else.
Leh, Ladakh
Leh is the capital of the Ladakh region and is famous for it’s Buddhist monasteries such as Hemis and Thiksey. The unique desert landscape of Leh adds up to it’s scenic view and attracts the travelers more especially to those who are adventurer lovers. Adventure seekers flock to Leh for activities like trekking, river rafting and biking along the famous Khardung La Pass. The calm Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley are other highlights of the region.
Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Settled in the Himalayas, Manali is a very famous destination in Himachal Pradesh. It’s known for it’s snow-covered mountains, Solang Valley and Rohtang Pass. It offers the tourist to enjoy various activities like skiing, paragliding and river rafting. The nearby Hadima Temple and Old Manali’s hippie vibe also attract the travelers.
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
The Capital city of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is a charming hill station known for it’s colonial architecture, striking landscapes and amusing climate. The places of attractions in Shimla that captivates tourist’s attentions are Ridge, Mall Road, Christ Church and Jakhoo Temple. It is also refer as the gateway of Kufri, a spot popular for winter-sports.
Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Being a plain region state a Rajasthan is famous for it’s vast and sprawling sand deserts and culture. Do you know that Mount Abu is the only hill station in the Rajasthan? Mount Abu is famous for Dilwara Temples, Nakki Lake and scenic sunset point. The town offers a pleasurable climate to the tourist. It is also famous for it’s rich biodiversity at the Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, making it a great destination for the nature lovers.
Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
Situated in Uttarakhand, Mussoorie is known as the “Queen of the Hills” of the Uttarakhand. It’s scenic beauty, colonial charm and popular attractions like Kempty Falls, Gun Hill and Mall Road make it a favorite destination among the tourists. The nearby Landour area provides a quieter retreat for travelers seeking solitude. The town is a popular summer resort for residents of Delhi and the plains of Northern India.
Nanital, Uttarakhand
A picturesque hill station in the state Uttarakhand, Nanital is known for it’s jade-colored lake called as Nani Lake and the surrounding beautiful hills. Tourist can visit here and enjoy activities like boat rides, trekking trails and panoramic views from Naina Peak. There are other many popular tourist sports in the town. Some of them includes the Snow View Point, Nanital Zoo and Tiffin Top.
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Located in Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal is one of the most popular holiday destination and hill station in Tamil Nadu. It is famous for it’s mist-covered cliffs, scenic lakes and rolling hills. The places like Kodai Lake, Coaker’s Walk and Pillar Rocks are the popular spots for tourists. Kodaikanal also offers hiking opportunities and is known for it’s pleasant climate through-out the year-round.
Ooty, Tamil Nadu
You know who is the “Queen of Hill Stations” of them all? Yes, you guessed it correct! It’s Ooty located in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri Hills. Also known with the name “Udhagamandalam”, the place is famous for it’s tea plantations is a popular destination for travelers. The Ooty Lake and the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, is a perfect getaway for the nature lovers. Not only this, but the Botanical Gardens and Doddabetta Peak also offer a splendid view of the surrounding area.
Munnar, Kerala
Famous for it’s lush tea plantations, rolling hills and serene atmosphere, Munar is situated in the Western Ghats. The popular appealing spots of the place include Eravikulam National Park, Anamudi Peak and Mattupetty Dam. It’s a great destination for the adventurer lovers as it offers opportunities to enjoy activities like trekking and wildlife viewing. Also, the tourists can enjoy the view of mist-covered mountains.
Thekkady, Kerala
Thekkady in Kerala is a popular tourist destination in the Idukki district of Kerala. It is haven for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. The place is famous for the Wildlife, Rainforests and Spice Plantations. The place is famous for the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary as it is a home to the Periyar Tiger Reserve, which is India’s only Tiger Reserve and also to many endangered species. The Sanctuary also offers a boat ride is Periyar Lake. The main attraction of spots for the tourists is the Spice Plantations and Bamboo Rafting in this tropical paradise.
India is home to numerous hill stations, each offering a unique blend of natural beauty in their own way. These destinations are the ideal spots for travel lovers and tourists for various activities like trekking, wildlife spotting and exploring the local cultures of that particular region.
The India Subcontinent has seven mountain ranges and the largest of them all is the Himalayas that lies in the Northern part of India. The famous peaks and ranges include the Kangchenjunga Range in the Eastern Himalayas which frames the hill stations of Darjeeling and Gangtok as well as the Nanda Devi in Uttarakhand. The Shivalik Range that also lies within the same region also has some popular hill stations that include Mussoorie, Drass, Dalhousie, Kullu, Shimla, Nanital and many more. No doubt, India ranks at the top of the list for tours and travel.
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