Popular Hill Stations of India

The salubrious nature of hill stations offer incredible beauty and are paradise for adventure freaks. Hill stations are mostly known for there ambiance, charm, solace, and sanctity. Listed below are some of the best hill resorts of India.

Gulmarg

Situtaed at an atltiture of 2730 meters, Gulmarg is an incredible hill resort described essentially as large meadow. Located at a distance of about 56 kms south west from Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir. Gulmarg is reffered as the 'meadow of flowers” that aptly described the abode.Gulmarg is a true sojourn with a sprint of rolling meadows and countless colorful bluebells, daisies and buttercups.

Gulmarg, India offers most enticing snow covered mountains and picture poastcard sceneries It is said to be a popular day trip from Srinagar to Gulmarg and is also famous for trekking. The rice and the maize fields add to the natural scenic beauty of this cool retreat. 

 Munnar

Situated in Kerala 'God's Own Country',Munnar silently nestles at 1600 m above sea level and is an exotic summer retreat of the South. A breathtaking beautiful haven, Munnar is a land of sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes with sweet aroma of spice perfuming the cool air.

The hill resort has confluence of three famous rivers – Madupetti , Nallathanni and Periavaru flow through this town. There are few famous national Parks, wildlife sanctuaries, lakes and waterfalls in Munnar are sights to behold . Therefore, Munnar, India is craved after for a great vacation destination.

Darjeeling 

 

Located in the state of West Bengal in India, Darjeeling is famous world over for its thrilling trek routes and sightseeing. From Darjeeling you have a panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga peak- world's third highest peak.

Some of the famous travel attractions to see in and around Darjeeling are Batasia loop, Bhutia busty gompha, botanical gardens, Chowrasta , Dhoom gompha, Happy Valley Estate, Himalayan mountaineering institute & Museums, Natural History Museum, Observatory Hills, Tibetan Refugee self-Help Center and passenger ropeway.

Incase you are interested in travelling to Darjeeling, the option of boarding the toy trains comes first in mind. Board a train from New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling. The long journey takes six to seven hours and it provides ample time for oneself to gaze pristine nature. The toy train passes through the lush forests, tea gardens, waterfalls, deep gorges and through the mountains and tunnels.

Manali

Nestled in the lower Himalayas, Manali is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. Manali is town engulfed by snow capped peaks. This city has a close connection with the snowline of the majestic Himalayas. Another interesting thing to observe in Manali is the Orchard Industry. This tourist destination boasts its popularity for adventure sport enthusiasts, trekkers as well as honeymooners.

Manali offers the visitors some amazing natural site seeing like hot water springs, waterfalls and the river Beas (water of this river is said to have a look as pure as milk). There are number of beautiful temples and Monastery scattered all over Manali.

Therefore, this winter pack your bags for reliving a snow sensation amidst this picturesque places.