India is a country with varied topography. From plains to mountains to deserts and glaciers, India is filled with everything. Here we will talk about 10 famous Hill Stations in India for everyone to explore.
Take a holiday and plan a trip with yourself or friends or families and explore these tourist attractions that offer sights and various adventure sports.
- Leh Ladakh – Land of High Passes
The scenic beauty of Ladakh at the highest point above sea level is always calming and soothing. The beauty of the valley is magnetic whether you are going for a ride or drive. It is always overwhelming to soak the fascinating beauty of the vast valley.
Top attractions and tourist destinations are Pangong Lake, Royal Leh Palace, Tso Moriri, the Magnetic Hill, Zanskar Valley, Shanti Stupa etc.
- Nainital, Uttarakhand – The Hill Stations of Lake
Nainital is a small Himalayan resort town set around Nainital Lake, which is a popular boating site. This hill station is situated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Nanda Devi, Uttarakhand’s highest peak, is a must-visit.
Either a solo, couple or family, this hill station is a destination for all kinds of travellers. With vistas over the town and mountains, a cable car runs to Snow View observation point. Popular tourist adventure sports are rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, horse riding and parasailing.
- Manali, Himachal Pradesh – Valley of Gods
Manali is situated in Kullu District and is often referred to as Kullu Valley. The place is a high-altitude Himalayan resort. The lush green forests and mountains covered with snow make the place enchanting.
It has a reputation as a backpacking centre for solo and group of friends. Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It’s also a adventures sports such as jumping-off points for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass.
Some well-known tourist places are Hidimba Devi Temple, Bhrigu Lake, Pin Valley National Park, Manali Sanctuary, Vashishth Temple, Jogni Falls.
- Mussoorie, Uttarakhand – The Queen of Hill Stations
It is one of the most popular and most visited hill stations in India. It offers a splendid sight of the snowcapped Himalayas in the north and Doon Valley in the south. The main attraction points are Jharipani Fall and Kempty Falls, Camel Back Road, Soham Heritage Art Centre, Mussoorie Lake.
Another one is Lal Tibba, the highest point of Mussoorie via the mall road where you can sit and admire the hills.
- Shillong, Meghalaya – The Scotland of East
Since the highest rainfall happens here, it is best to avoid monsoon for the adventurer in you. From November to March is the best time to visit Shillong. You can take a ride to Laitum canyon to watch the sunset.
Fun things to do are riding a boat in Umiam Lake, viewing the whole city from Shillong peak, or walking around the ward’s lake. Other destinations are NohKaLikai Falls, Elephant falls, camping sites in Mawsynram etc.
- Darjeeling, West Bengal – The Hill Station of Tea Plantation
Darjeeling is situated in the northern region of West Bengal, and tea plantations surround this hill station. All the green in the hills is hypnotic. The most famous attraction of the hill station is the Toy Train journey across the region. Other popular tourist attractions are waterfalls, observatory hill and Senchal Lake.
- Coorg, Karnataka
This hill station is spread throughout the Western Ghats of Karnataka.This hill station is covered in emerald green because of coffee, tea and other spices plantations. As the mist comes on this green scene, the place becomes like an imaginary place from fantasy land.
The main attraction points for tourists are Abbey Falls, Burude Falls, Namdrolling Monastery, Nagarhole National Park, Mallialli Falls, Talacauvery, Iruppu Falls, Tadiandamol Lake, and Nalakunda Palace
- Ooty, Tamil Nadu
British nicknamed as ‘Snooty Ooty’ after they established it for their summer retreat. This place is full of pine trees and in-between them pretty cottages, flower gardens and churches.
This place is unusually quieter, which makes it suitable for couples. Some sightseeing locations are Tea Estate Viewpoint, Echo Rock, Wax Museum, Hidden Valley, Pykara Falls and Lake, Emerald Dam, Mudumalai and Doddabetta.
- Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir – Skiing Destination
Gulmarg is situated at 4000m above sea level. During winters, the place is filled with snow that covers all its meadows and ravines. The hill and valleys provide serenity to minds. This hill station is filled with winter adventure sports such as trekking, skiing and snowboarding.
Must visit places are Alpather Lake, Gulmarg Gondola, Seven Springs etc.The markets are filled with pieces of jewellery, pashmina and other native products. This place is very much for adventurers and couples.
- Gangtok, Sikkim
Gangtok is Sikkim’s Capital. The city is surrounded by cloudy mountain ranges. The best way to explore the place is through travelling to the city. It also offers a ropeway by which you can view the panoramic beauty of the entire city.
Popular tourist attractions are Tsongmo Lake, Tashi View Point, Banjhakri Hill, and the Rumtek Monastery. While in Gangtok, don’t forget to click a photo in MG Marg.
