subject: Four Most Beautiful Hill Stations To Visit In India [print this page] Hill stations are the prime attraction of India tourism. You will find many picturesque and calm hill towns all over in the country. Most of them were developed by British to get respite from the sizzling Indian summers. Most of hill stations in India are endowed with scenic landscapes, hill peaks, serene ambiance and pleasing and cool environment. On their hill station tour in India, tourists can also take pleasure of many exciting and adventures sports like trekking, skiing, mountain biking, etc. Therefore, a well planned trip of some fabulous hill towns in the country will be a complete refreshing break for holidaymakers. From the long list of popular Indian hill stations, five most worth visit are following.
Gulmarg
Gulmarg is the most beautiful hill station in India located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir at the elevation of 3950 meters above from the sea level. It has a beautiful meadow of flowers thus named as Gulmarg that means Meadow of Flowers. The beautiful hill stations is immense popular among holidaymakers because of its nature grandeur and ample winter sports. Skiing, cable car journeys and snow-barding are some exciting sports that tourists can enjoy here.
Darjeeling
Perched amid Lesser Himalayans, Darjeeling is a beautiful hill station in West Bengal at the average height of 2050 meters. It is known for abundant beauty of nature, tranquil surroundings and lush green tea gardens. Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world is also important attraction of the place. The majestic mountain is covered with rich white snow. It has five high peaks that represent repositories of God, which are gold, silver, gems, grains and holy books. Exploring the amazing beauty of the town through Darjeeling Himalayan Railways, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, also known as the Toy Trains, will be exciting experience for tourists.
Shimla
Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. It was also served as the summer capital of India in British Rule. Famed as the Queen of Hill Stations, Shimla is the most picturesque hill town in the state. It is a favorite place of Himachal holidays packages and also served as the base to visit many interesting places. Most of the area of the town is covered with lush green forests of pine and deodar trees and beautiful fruit orchards. There are many interesting attractions dotted in and around Shimla. The Jakhoo Hill and Temple, Prospect Hill, Summer Hill, the Ridge, the Mall and Christ Church are the most fabulous of them.
Munnar
Munnar is a most beautiful hill station in South India located at the Western Ghats in Idukki district of Kerala. It is an integral part of almost all Kerala tour packages in South India. The beautiful hill station is often called as the nature lovers paradise. Beautiful tea gardens, dense forests and copious wildlife are the major attractions of this scenic hill station. Home stays are the best accommodation option in Munnar that will offer you complete different experience from typical hotels. Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Lake and Dam, Photo Point, Echo Point and Top Station are the important attractions in surroundings of the town.
These are the four best hill station holiday spots in India. Boasted with amazing nature grandeur and exceptional tourist facilities, these places will offer you complete relax and enjoying ambiance on your family holidays.
