Every year, with the start of the unbearable summer season, the hill stations of India are filled with thousands of globetrotters. Vacationers from faraway places love to visit these healthy mountain resorts for a great summer vacation.
Every corner of India is dotted with alluring hill stations that are sure to captivate you from the very first glance. Be it the summer gateways of North or South India, these places are the ideal destination for summer gateways. Tourists of all ages love to spend memorable moments in the hill resorts of India as they offer ample opportunities for enjoyment. For example, adventure sports like trekking, mountaineering, hiking, biking, rafting, wilderness camping, wildlife safari, etc.
Some of the popular hill stations in India are so
Kashmir: Billed as “Paradise on Earth”, the Kashmir Valley is the pride of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Blessed with panoramic views, snow-capped peaks, the tranquil Dal Lake, a healthy climate and intoxicating air, the Kashmir Valley attracts thousands of visitors each year. Other Kashmir Valley charms that attract vacationers are the floating vegetable and flower market, Shikara rides and houseboats on Dal Lake, Mogul Gardens, beautiful apple and chinar orchards, golf courses and the delicious cuisines of Kashmir. This valley is also famous for its pilgrimage places like Amreshwar popularly known as Amarnath, Sureshwar, Tripreshwar, Hareshwar, Jeshteshwar, Shivbuteshwar and Sharda Saritshilla.
Dalhousie – Perched at an altitude of 6,000 to 9,000 feet above sea level in the Dhauladhar mountain ranges in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Dalhousie is considered an ideal destination for relaxation, as this place is blessed with intoxicating air and breathtaking views. Similar to Shimla, this mountain resort still maintains its British flair very well. It is named after Viceroy Lord Dalhousie. This small hill station that encompasses five villages within its territory is adorned with beautiful bungalows and churches of European architecture.
Kodaikanal: Coyly perched on the southern ridge of the Upper Palani Hills in Tamil Nadu, the hill station of Kodaikanal is the pride of India’s southern peninsula. The hill station of Kodaikanal, which is located very close to the temple city of Madurai, is famous for its jungle valley, rocks, deep forests, Lake Berijam and the most unique thing, namely the Kurunji plant that flourished for last time in 2004. Some of the most famous tourist spots in Kodaikanal are Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park, Coaker’s Walk, Bear Shola Falls, Green Valley View, Shembaganur Natural History Museum and Shembaganur Natural History Museum, etc. .
Coorg: Located in the state of Karnataka, Coorg is one of the exotic hill stations of South India. This hill station is adorned with vast expanses of coffee plantations, great sandalwood canopies, waterfalls, green valleys, and sleepy villages, etc. Apart from its natural charms, Coorg is also famous for its interesting history. Coorg, also known as Kodagu, was once ruled by rulers like Lingayat, Kodavas, Tipu Sultan, and British at various times. This city is dotted with beautiful tourist spots like Abbey Falls, Tadevendamo Peak, Nagarhole National Park, Bagamandala Temple, Omkareshwara Temple, Raja’s Seat.
Panchgani: Discovered by the British as a summer resort, Panchgani is one of the beautiful summer resorts in Maharashtra. This small hill station is only 285km, 100km and 18km respectively from Mumbai, Pune and Mahabaleshwar. The temperature of this mountain resort varies with the change of season. During winter, the temperature here drops to as low as 12°C while in summer the temperature rises to just 30°C as compared to other places in Maharashtra. Panchgani is dotted with wonderful tourist spots, such as Sydney Point, Table Land, Pars Point, and Devil’s Kitchen, etc.
So, immediately plan a trip to these enchanting hill stations of India to beat the heat of the summer season.