Home > 7 Paradise Hill Stations in India
- VBee
- August 12, 2022
- 12:16 pm
Nothing can be a more enchanting holiday vacation in India than the paradise hill stations. India has abundant hill stations, from Gulmarg in the North to Kodaikanal in the South. India is blessed with a magnificent hill station at every corner. In this blog, VBee will tell you about 7 such paradise hill stations in India.
Though there are plenty of hill stations in India, located in the North and South region, it is almost next to impossible to bind up all those beautiful locations in a single write-up. So, here we will take a look at hill stations that are primarily located in the Himalayan Belt.
Manali
A town in Himachal Pradesh, Manali offers the most magnificent views of Pir Pranjal and the Dhauladhar ranges. Gen Z prefers Manali as the best location for workcations. With ambient cafés, good Wi-Fi connectivity, breath-taking views, and an art market, Manali is preferred by people of all ages.
Height from the sea level: 2050 m above the Sea level.
Ideal duration: 3 days
Best places to visit: Solang Valley, Hadimba Temple, Jogini Waterfalls, Disco Valley, Bhrigu Lake, Rohtang La, and Vashisti Baths.
Best time to visit: October to June (for pleasant weather) and December to February (to experience snowfall)
Best way to reach: You can book a Volvo to Manali from Chandigarh or Ambala.
Best accommodation to stay in: Homestays or Hostels (an affordable choice).
(Also read, 5 offbeat stays near Manali)
Mussoorie
Located in Uttarakhand, the Queen of stations, Mussoorie is another fantastic hill station in India. Even in historical times, Mussoorie used to be the British Summer Capital. The British architecture and churches can still be seen in the city. You can enjoy the majestic views of Doon valley and the Shivalik range of the Himalayas.
Height from the sea level: 7000 m above the Sea level.
Ideal duration: 3 days
Best places to visit: Kempty Falls, Gun Hills, Nag Tibba, Mussoorie Lake, Bhatta Falls, and Happy Valley.
Best time to visit: April to mid-July (for pleasant weather) and September to November (to experience snowfall)
Best way to reach: Mussoorie is situated around 70 km away from Dehradun, you can reach here by any means of road transport via Dehradun.
Best accommodation to stay: Home inns (to experience rich culture).
Shimla
Another hill station and State Capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, is the Queen of hills. Like Mussoorie, Shimla was also the favorite destination of British colonial power and became the British summer capital after the former. Mussoorie is one of the top honeymoon destinations in India.
Height from the sea level: 2200 m above the Sea level.
Ideal duration: 2-4 days
Best places to visit: Jakhoo Temple, Mall Road, Scandal Point, Johnnie’s Wax Museum, and Rothney Castle.
Best time to visit: March to June (for pleasant weather) and November to February (to experience snowfall)
Best way to reach: To experience the beauty of nature, the Kalka-Shimla toy train is the best way to reach Shimla. However, Chandigarh is the nearest airport to Shimla.
Best accommodation to stay: Hotels (proximity to green valleys).
Gulmarg
Gulmarg is also known as the Heart of Winter Sports in India. It is the best destination for solo travelers in India. Even the Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering is located here. You can enjoy the unfiltered beauty of nature here without experiencing the crowd like in Shimla or Manali.
Height from the sea level: 2730 m above the Sea level.
Ideal duration: 2 days
Best places to visit: Alpather Lake, Gulmarg Gondola, Golf Course, Strawberry Valley and Khilanmarg.
Best time to visit: April to June.
Best way to reach: Srinagar is the nearest airport to Gulmarg. You can reach Gulmarg from Srinagar via road.
Best accommodation to stay: Resorts, Cottages, and Homestays.
Dalhousie
Located in Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie is known as Little Switzerland of India. Flaunting the views of the Dhauladhar ranges, Dalhousie is popular for its waterfalls, dense forests, pine-clad valleys and meadows.
Height from the sea level: 1970 m above the Sea level.
Ideal duration: 3 days
Best places to visit: Panchpula, Moti Tibba, St. Patrick’s Church, Khajjiar Lake, Chamera Dam and Dainkund Peak.
Best time to visit: Throughout the year
Best way to reach: Pathankot is the nearest airport to Dalhousie; you can also take any Volvo from Delhi to reach Dalhousie.
Best accommodation to stay: Hotels and Homestays.
Darjeeling
Also called as the Queen of the Himalayas, Darjeeling is the best honeymoon destination in India. It is located in the state of West Bengal. The place has over 86 tea estates, and Darjeeling tea is famous worldwide. Apart from tea estates, the hill station is famous for its monasteries. The third highest peak Kanchenjunga is also visible from here.
Height from the sea level: 2050 m above the Sea level.
Ideal duration: 2-3 days
Best places to visit: Ghoom Monastery, Peace Pagoda, Mahakal Temple, Senchal Lake, Dali Monastery, Bhutia Busty Monastery, Dali Monastery, and Guru Sakya Monastery.
Best time to visit: April to June
Best way to reach: Like Shimla, the best way to reach Darjeeling is via the Siliguri-Darjeeling toy rail route. However, Bagdogra is the nearest airport to the destination.
Best accommodation to stay: Tea estate (to witness the authenticity).
Gangtok
The capital of Sikkim, Gangtok, is another famous hill station in India. The town offers a majestic view of Mount Kanchenjunga. Gangtok serves as the base for Himalayan trekkers and campers. You can observe the perfect blend of adventure, culture and urbanization in Gangtok.
Height from the sea level: 1650 m above the Sea level.
Ideal duration: 4 days
Best places to visit: Tashi View Point, Fambong Sanctuary, Ganesh Tok, Enchey Monastery, Ranka Monastery and Lingdum Monastery.
Best time to visit: March to May and September to December.
Best way to reach: Bagdogra is the nearest airport to Gangtok.
Best accommodation to stay: Hotels and Homestays.
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