Hill Stations in India: The freezing winters are here and once again the arduous search for the perfect winter vacation spot has begun. Vacations are for repossessing your calm and for collecting wonderful memories to cherish all year long.
But the most famous holiday spots seem to be overcrowded with tourists from India and abroad at this time of the year and the fact that these remain jam-packed with tourists no longer make them a ‘holiday attraction’.
Here are some of the most serene and beautiful hill stations that still have their charm stored in their rich nature.
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Haflong, Assam
Haflong is the only hill station in Assam and it is also the abode for the largest water body in the state. This beautiful hill station is covered with amazing varieties of flowers, approximately over 2 lakh (varieties). The Haflong lake is the main tourist attraction here. There are many fun activities available at this place like paragliding, trekking and boating.
Other places to visit nearby are Jatinga village famous for its migratory birds and the blue orchids; the other is Maibong, a historic place of the ruins of an ancient kingdom.
Idukki, Kerala
The lush green valleys here are truly a sight. It is one of the least known hill stations and thus least visited hill stations in India and hence its beauty remains more or less unexplored. The impeccable picturesque gorgeousness of this place is just breathtaking. The beauty of this place can be best experienced if you chose to travel by road which would allow you to halt at various places and get clicked with the scenic beauty of this place.
The beauty of this place can be best experienced if you chose to travel by road which would allow you to halt at various places and get clicked with the scenic beauty of this place.
Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
Tawang is truly a gift of nature. The main attraction here is the Buddhist monastery. Other than that there are many more beautiful sights to visit here. There include Sela pass, Gorichen peak, Taktsang Gompa, Bap Teng Kang waterfalls, Shonga-tser lake, Bumla pass, Pankang Teng Tso lake and Nuranang waterfalls.
Tawang is a complete package in itself that provides you with the calm respite and also stimulates the adventurer in you.
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Pelling, Sikkim
Pelling in Sikkim is yet another hidden hill station in India. One who wishes to have a sneak peek into the Buddhist culture must visit this place. This hill station is covered with monasteries and the richness of mother nature.
The main highlights of Pelling are the Kanchenjunga falls, Khecheopalri lake, Singshore bridge, Rabdentse ruins and Pemayangtse Gompa.
Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh
Tirthan valley is one of the most amazing hill stations in North India. There are many fun activities that you can try out here like trekking and camping with the bon fire.
One must make a visit to experience the scenic beauty of this lush green valley.
Khati, Uttarakhand
The Khati hill station in Uttarakhand is an unspoilt one that still holds the charm in its beauty. The oak forests here are a sight. This place is a paradise for the adventure lovers and one must try trekking here to experience the richness of nature in Khati hill station.
These hill stations are a must visit for amazing vacations!