Spectacular Hill stations of India
You are in mountains when the wind begins to pick up, When sultry summer changes into chill winds, the roads become curvy, the horizon is dominated by jagged landforms n
When you can smell a lingering fragrance of subtropical to coniferous vegetation…
The beauty of mountains!!!
Mountains.. where the sun slowly peeps over the ranges spreading a plethora of colours, birds shake the morning dew off their feathers and give a cheerful song that would lift even the most sorrowful of spirits. Mountains have the power to awe and inspire like no other landscape on earth.
Mountains Are Calling… And We Must Listen
The Indian peninsula is home to many majestic and mighty mountain peaks and ranges. The most prominent among these are the Great Himalayas which boast almost all the high peaks in the world, running north to east and the stunning old fold mountain ranges of Aravalli in the western, the Vindhya ranges flanking the western and central parts and Nilgiri Mountain ranges in the South- the best hill stations in India offer some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world.
Indiaatour takes the Nature Lover in you to the unparalleled beauty of the snowy escapades to hills of rolling greens, from emeralds lakes embedded in the mountains to pristine valleys of the country through different zonal tours.
Hill Stations of Northern India
The north of India is blessed with many beautiful hill stations sitting cool and pretty, high above sea level in the lap of the Great Himalayas. Concentrated in the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttrakhand. Kashmir– “Heaven on Earth” is purely a “Paradise in white”, sits on the river Jhelum, famous for its natural beauty, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. Srinagar is called the city of lakes and the Venice of the East, showcasing its beautiful picturesque Himalayan backdrop, shimmering lakes surrounded by houseboats and Shikaras and Gardens with the majesty of Mughal architecture.
Manali of Himachal Pradesh is a magical destination with picturesque views, lush green forests, flower carpeted meadows and blue streams. Unwind yourself by hanging around in the villages and adventure lovers can go for trekking, paragliding, rafting and skiing.
Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh offers a spectacular view of snow-capped mountains packed with pine, deodar and oak forests. Buildings and church reflect the colonial era. Enjoy a leisure walk through its Victorian-era architecture and markets.
Next on the cards is Uttarakhand- “Dev Bhoomi”. Encompasses a captivating paradise for leisure travellers and honeymooners –Mussoorie, The Queen of the Hills. Nestled in the Garhwal Himalayan Range, surrounded by the rolling hills to the snow-capped mountains and the crisp sweet air.
The next hill town of Uttrakhand is sitting amidst pine forests, with a stunningly calm, deep lake, reflecting the green of the surrounding hills is Nainital. Named after the goddess Naina Devi is an amalgamation of Kumaon tradition, age-old beliefs of hill folk and British lore.
Hill Stations of Eastern India
North East India- a land of gently rolling hills, cascading water falls, attractive tea plantations and cleanest villages.Explore the hidden gems of the Lesser Himalayas with the infinite slopes of emerald green tea plantations stretched till horizon against the snow capped mountains in Darjeeling. Catch a view of the majestic Kanchejunga peak, appreciate the colonial architecture and Tibetan Monasteries.
Incredibly alluring and wreathed in clouds – Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, lies on a tributary of the Tista River, is known as the land of monasteries and is a major Buddhist haven. Gangtok is abundant in natural beauty and has various natural attractions from lakes to waterfalls to white water rafting.
Sitting on a height of 1,496 metres above sea level, amidst khasi hills is Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya, is also called as the ‘Scotland of East’. The entire region is replete with cascading waterfalls, a crystal clear collection of lakes and mesmerizing landscapes. Also famous for heavy rainfall, caves and tallest waterfalls.
A heady mix of religion, history and nature, the scenic hamlet of Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh is famed for being the birth place of the spiritual leader Dalai Lama . Dotted with Buddhist monasteries, mystical gompas and a war memorial the valley is brimmed with colorful flowers blooming everywhere with a thriving biodiversity.
Hill Stations of Southern India
Explore the alluring hill station of Karnatka, Spread out on the Western Ghats, the misty valley of Coorg is enveloped in lush green landscapes and acres of coffee, tea and spice plantations, blessed with mesmerizing waterfalls of river Kaveri, towering hills and panoramic landscape makes it “The Scotland of India”.
Get mesmerised by long stretched meadows, soothing air and wide array of sightseeings Ooty is a resort town in the Western Ghats mountains of Tamil Nadu. Ooty’s resplendent tea plantations and red-roofed bungalows still carry echoes of its colonial past.
A panorama of waterfalls and rollings hills, Sprawling tea plantations, picture-perfect vistas s and winding lanes make Munnar of Kerala a popular resort town. Taste the elixir of life by sipping hot tea in some tea estate, offering you a stunning aura and liveliness.
Packed with breath taking waterfalls, caves, epic mountain scenery, rice paddies, bamboo trees, spiky ginger fields and rubber, cardamom and coffee plantations make Wayanad of kerala a prominent town renowned for its zest ranches and camping and trekking trails.
Hill Stations of Western India
The Western part of India is studded with many distinct geographical features from deserts to sea-shores to hillocks. To start with the only hill station of Rajasthan,- “An Oasis in the desert”- Mount Abu– embraced by lush green hills of Aravalli ranges, enveloping serene lakes, and effusive waterfalls,Mount Abu,Serves as a source of comfort from the sultry dessert climate of Rajasthan and is a popular religious site for Jains.
Delve deep into the magic and allure of Matheran, Easily accessible via scenic narrow-gauge toy train from Mumbai, Maharashtra. Shady forests, criss-crossing foot trails and breathtaking lookouts define Maharashtra’s most loved hill-station.
The next hill station of the Western Ghats, in Satara district of Maharashtra is Mahabaleshwar- “The land of strawberries”, Also called the ‘Queen of Sahyadri Hills’. Enveloped by the Sahyadri mountain range, Mahabaleshwar is famous for the cultivation of strawberries and mulberries. Also, is a sacred pilgrimage place for Hindus as the Krishna river originates from here.
Hill Stations of Central India
Sitting at an altitude of 1,067 meters in Madhya pardesh is “Satpura ki Rani” or the “Queen of the Satpura Range” – Pachmarhi. It is belived that the five Pandava brothers stayed in five caves during their exile here, thus the name Pach (five), Marhi (caves). From spiritual sites to India’s highest waterfall, rajat prapat; from Satpura National Park to panoramic vantage points- This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve , Pachmarhi, has something for everyone.
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