Hill Stations in India

Snow-crested peaks, cascading rivers, deep ravines, forested valleys, high passes, alluvial plains and vast plateaus are but a hint of India when it comes to defining the topography of the Indian subcontinent. Hill stations are a huge draw for tourists and travellers from all parts of the world. Spending a vacation at a hill station in India promises a lot and offers a great deal to enjoy and experience. An aura of romance is sure to engulf you while you feast your eyes on beautiful landscapes, crystal clear rivers and a pristine flora and fauna. Indian hill station measure from 600 m to 3,500 m above sea level. Mostly, it were the British who discovered and developed the hill stations and used them as their summer retreats. But today, not only during the summer season, but also in winters people flock to the hill stations to experience the chill and enjoy the snowfall.

Dehradun and Mussoorie are some of the most popular hill stations in the country. These hill stations are located in the state of Uttaranchal in the verdant foothills of the Himalayas. Shimla, Nainital and Manali are the other renowned hill stations of northern India. Darjeeling in West Bengal is perched at an elevation of 2,134 m above sea level, attracting legions of tourists from far and wide. Ooty and Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu are the most famous hill stations of southern India. Rajasthan too has a hill station, Mount Abu. Though it is the only hill station in the state, it offers a cool respite from the sultry desert weather. Ramikhet, Srinagar, Kullu and Manali are the other famed hill stations.

Choose a hill station of your choice and have the time your life.