Top 10 Hill Stations in India

With the highest mountain ranges in the world, the Himalayas, from north to east, Aravalli to Vindhya ranges in western and central India, and Western Ghats in western and southern parts, India is teeming with breathtakingly beautiful hill stations and home to some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. These misty, mystical and serene hill stations of India are a perfect holiday option.

1. Top 10 Hill Stations in India

2. Shimla Capital City of Himachal Pradesh Covered by oak, pine and rhododendron forests Famous for its colonial style buildings and historic railways Popular attractions include Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge and Scandal Point

3. A part of the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh Home to several Tibetan monasteries and temples Popular tourist places such as Hidimba Temple, Nagar Fort, Solang Valley and Manikaran Manali

4. Famous for its tea plantations Trekking opportunities to Anamudi Peak, the highest peak in South India Wildlife excursions to Eravikulam National Park Munnar

5. Famous for its lush tea gardens Enjoy wonderful views of Mount Kanchenjunga, the world’s third highest peak. Most popular attractions in Darjeeling include Botanical Gardens, Zoo, monasteries and the Darjeeling- Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway cable car Darjeeling

6. Summer Headquarters of British in the early 19 th century Perfect summer getaway in Ooty Popular attractions in Ooty include Botanical Gardens, Boating on Ooty Lake and Doddabetta Peak Ooty

7. A part of Kumaon region of Uttarakhand Divided into two areas- Tallital and Mallital Naina Devi Temple is the most famous attraction of this place Popular for adventure activities-Trekking, Horse Riding and Rock Climbing Nainital

8. A popular weekend getaway for North Indians and honeymooners Enjoy superb view of the Himalayas Enjoy cable car ride to Gun Hill Ride a horse up to Lal Tibba Enjoy picnic at Kempty Falls Mussoorie

9. The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir Famous for lovely lakes, Mughal Gardens and relaxing houseboats During winters, it becomes a hot spot for snow skiing Srinagar

10. It is situated on the southern peak of Palani hillock Kodaikanal means “Gift of the Forests” in Tamil Main attractions of Kodaikanal include Kodaikanal Lake, Green Valley, Pillar Rocks, Silver Cascade and Bear Shola Falls Home to the Botanical Bryant Park Kodaikanal

11. Famous hill station in Mumbai Mainly visited for its salubrious climate and peaceful environs Offer plenty of walking trails and lookouts Matheran

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