EXPLORE INDIA - Discover Hill Stations & Plan Your Holidays!
India features some of the most famous and scenic hill stations in the world, spread across the Himalayas, Western Ghats, and the Northeast
North India Hill Stations
Shimla
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh): Known as the "Queen of Hills" and the former summer capital of British India, famous for its colonial architecture and the Ridge.
Manali
Manali (Himachal Pradesh): A hub for adventure sports, apple orchards, and sweeping views along the Beas River. Enroute You can even Explore Kullu while reaching or leaving Manali
Nainital
Nainital (Uttarakhand): Known as the "Lake District of India," centered around the emerald-green Naini Lake. Nainital is must visit hill station of Uttrakhand.
Mussoorie
Mussoorie (Uttarakhand): Called the "Queen of the Garhwal Hills," offering panoramic views of the Doon Valley.Must-visit places in Mussoorie include Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, Lal Tibba, Camel's Back Road, and the Mussoorie Lake.
Gulmarg
Gulmarg (Jammu & Kashmir): A premier destination for snow, high-altitude alpine skiing, and Gulmarg Gondola. Gulmarg is the crowning glory of Jammu & Kashmir and is located 2650 meters above sea level. Known as the “Meadow of Flowers”,
Leh-Ladakh
A high-altitude desert region famous for dramatic mountain passes, the city is located on the bank of the Indus River. The mountains dominate the landscape, as it is at an altitude of 3,500 metres. Peaks such as Nanga Sago are above 5,500 metres.
South India Hill Stations (Western Ghats & Nilgiris).
Ooty
Officially called Ootacamund, the hill-town is better known by its nickname–Ooty. It is loved by Bollywood directors, honeymooners, families, and even backpackers, for its mountains, lakes, gardens, and waterfalls.
Munnar
Renowned for endless misty hills, and winding paths and the biggest tea-planation area in South India, Munnar is also home to several endangered species. It is a spectacular stretch of silent mountains and swaying swathes of thick forests.
Coorg
Discover the “Scotland of India” in Coorg, India. Wind through the region’s lush landscapes, including many coffee plantations, and make stops at Abbey Falls, Madikeri Fort, Omkareshwara Temple, and Raja Seat.
Kodaikanal
Located inTamil Nadu State Kodaikanal is famous for its star-shaped man-made lake, wooded slopes, and pleasant weather. Some places to Visit in Kodaikanal are Kodaikanal Lake, Mannavanur Lake, Walking Tours, Waterfalls.
Wayanad
Settled in God’s own country, Kerala, Wayanad is beautified with the neighbouring Western Ghats. The lush-green forests, phenomenal waterfalls, Wildlife Reserve everything is fascinating here in Wayanad
Lambasingi
Lambasingi is a small village in the Eastern Ghats of Chintapalli harama Raju district in the state of Andhra Pradesh.It is called the "Kashmir of A.P" known for its chilly winter climate, morning fog that lingers till noon, and local coffee plantations
East & North-East India Hill Stations.
Darjeeling
Darjeeling is a town in India's West Bengal state, in the Himalayan foothills. Once a summer resort for the British Raj elite, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Darjeeling Toy Train, completed in 1881. It's famed for the distinctive black tea grown on plantations that dot its surrounding slopes. Its backdrop is Mt. Kanchenjunga, among the world’s highest peaks.
Gangtok
The mystical jewel of the Eastern Himalayas
"In the lap of the Himalayas, where the clouds dance with the mountains and the rivers sing a melody of their own, lies a paradise called Gangtok. Dotted with sacred Buddhist monasteries, Gangtok impresses with crystalline glacial lakes, dense forests and stunning views of the Himalayan mountains.
Shillong
Dubbed as "Eastern Scotland" for its remarkable resemblance to the Scottish Highlands, Shillong offers an enchanting mix of old-world allure, stunning scenery, and a deep-rooted cultural legacy. Cradled by the undulating hills and verdant foliage of Meghalaya, this natural wonder provides an retreat into the nature establishing as a perfect haven for thrill-seekers and tranquillity seekers.
West & Central India Hill Stations.
Mahabaleshwar
Perched in the Sahyadri range, it accounts for the bulk of India's strawberry production and offers dramatic valley views from Arthur's Seat.
Matheran
Asia's only completely automobile-free hill station, providing a pristine, pollution-free experience with red dirt paths and panoramic trekking trails and a mini toy train.
Mount Abu
Mount Abu is the hill station in Rajasthan state. A unique oasis in the Aravalli Range that blends pleasant weather with the intricately carved, historic Dilwara Jain Temples.
