Top Hill Stations to Explore in India From North to South

In this scorching heat, If you are also planning to go to hill stations. In this blog, we will discuss the top hill stations of India. Nowadays in India, here are some of the Best hill stations you can visit this summer to escape the heat.

Mussoorie (Uttarakhand)

Mussoorie situated in Uttarakhand is called the “Queen of hills”. The captivating beauty of Mussoorie will compel you to stop here. This is the main reason behind it being counted among the busiest hill stations in India. Situated at an altitude of 2005 feet or 6580 feet above the ground, this hill station itself is full of flora and fauna.

Manali (Himachal Pradesh)

Manali is Nestled amidst the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges of the Himalayas. Manali offers you stunning scenery, lush green valleys, snow-capped peaks,  and beautiful rivers. Manali is heaven in the months of December to February. For nature lovers and adventurers here many Popular attractions include Solang Valley, and Beas Kund. You can also self pamper in river rafting, zorbing, and mountaineering too. Here one more site to visit at 4,000 meter height is Rohtang Pass.

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh)

This hill station of Himachal is known as the “Queen of Hills”, Shimla was once the summer capital in the time of the Britishers. It’s famous for its colonial architecture, picturesque beauty, and pleasant weather. Take a stroll along the Mall Road, enjoy the panoramic views from the Himalayan foothills or visit the historic Viceroy’s Lodge. This uniqueness of Shimla is unbeatable 

Dalhousie (Himachal Pradesh)

This charming hill station is surrounded by pine-clad hills and offers captivating views of the surrounding valleys. It’s known for its colonial architecture, churches along with Tibetan monasteries. You can also enjoy activities like trekking, paragliding, and mountain biking.

Munnar (Kerala)

Munnar is called Kashmir of South India. Munnar is the most popular hill station in Kerala. It’s famous for its sprawling tea plantations, scenic waterfalls, and cool climate. Here people also enjoy trekking, boating on the lakes. One more attraction of this hill station is Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri tahr.

Coorg (Karnataka)

Coorg is the best hill station in Karnataka. It is Scotland to our Indians India. It is a hill station famous for its huge coffee gardens, tea gardens, captivating green hills, and misty mountains and valleys. You can enjoy adventures here like trekking, night safari, and wildlife spotting . Dubare elephant camp and jungle safari are excellent points to visit.

Darjeeling (West Bengal)

Darjeeling is renowned for its wide-ranging views of the Himalayas, including Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest mountain. It’s also known for its Darjeeling tea. The tea gardens of Darjeeling are world-famous. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, we can enjoy a beautiful ride on the toy train, visit the Padmaja Naidu Zoological Garden, or go trekking in the Singalila National Park.

These are just a few hill stations, here is a very long list of hill stations you can visit in summer. When choosing a hill station always consider your interests and preferences. If you’re looking for a place to relax and enjoy the scenery, any of these hill stations would be a great choice. If you are looking for mainly adventure Manali, Dalhousie, and Coorg would be the best options.

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