Most of the hill stations in India are developed by the British. These hill stations have now transformed into popular vacation spot where travelers come from all over the world. Many of hill stations are overcrowded especially during the summer.
Here we present some most beautiful hill stations in India where you must visit.
- Manali
Manali is one of the top places in India and it is one of the most popular hill stations in Kullu District and it is situated in the Indian State, Himachal Pradesh. Manali is located on the bank of Beas river which is about 39 Km away from Kullu city. Manali is also a very favorite place for honeymooner and the average temperature of Manali during summer from the month of April to July. Manali is a place where you can find lots of water rafting, Para gliding, Trekking and you can also find picturesque and sightseeing spots. There are some places where you can enjoy like Hadimba Temple, Manu Temple, Solang Valley and many other places that you can visit. I think Manali is a perfect hill station.
- Shillong
Shillong is listed top among the best hill station to visit in India and it is situated in the Indian state of Meghalya. This hill station is popular for picturesque and traditions. It is one of the important tourist destination of the north India. Shilong is also famous for its golf course. This city has largest golf course in Asia. There are many places to visit near shilong like Umaim Lake, Elephant falls, Shilong Peak, David Scott and other places. Shilong peak is the most visited place among them. This hill station is also popular for its fascinating boat race on the Umgot River.
- Haridwar
Haridwar is one of the oldest hill station of India and it is situated at the Indian state, Uttrakhand. Haridwar is also place where world famous Kumbh Mela is organize every Twelve Years. It is a place where the Holy Ganga leaves the mountains to flow down to god’s own town. Thousand of peoples come here every week to bathe in holy river and gather at Har-ki-pauri in the evening for ‘aarti’ at 7 Pm. There are many popular temples like Chandi Devi Temple, Mansadevi Temple and Bharat Mata Temple and these temples are built on mountains where you can go with ‘rope car or by walk’. It is one of the popular hill station of India.
- Coorg
Coorg is a popular hill station and it is situated in the Indian state, karnataka. Coorg is one of the most popular and beautiful hill station and it is also known as Kodagu. It is 3000 ft away from sea level. It is one of the place with the highest rainfall across India. The most common plantation crop of coorg is coffee. The natural beauty of this hill station attracts the tourists. Thee most common attraction in coorg is Bahamandala, Talakaveri, Dubare, Iruppu Falls and many other places. Everyday week thousands of tourists visit in this hill station. The best time to visit in Coorg is between the month of May to October.
- Gulmarg
Gulmarg is popular hill station and it is situated in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The world famous gondola ride is the pride of Gulmarg and it is the second highest cable car in the world. Gulmarg is also known as the ‘Heartland of winter sports’ in India. Gulmarg receives heavy snowfall during the month of December to February. The main thing about this destination that it is the Asia’s 7th best skiing destination of India. Mostly tourists visit at this hill station for skiing because it is a main feature of this hill station.
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