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BEST HILL STATIONS IN NORTH INDIA TOURISM

India has the reputation of being a country where it is always hot. The weather during summer can sometimes get to you leaving you in desperate need of a break from the sweat, humidity and heat. This is when you might want to consider taking a trip to one of the beautiful hill stations in the northern part of India. Each one has something unique to offer. Natural beauty, cool breezy evenings and some very friendly people await you at these magnificent hill stations of North India.

Mount Abu

The only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu is located 475 km from Jaipur, in the Sirohi district on the highest peak of the Aravalli range and is known for its Dilwara Jain temples. With coniferous trees and flowering shrubs covering the hillside, the climate in Mount Abu remains quite…
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Almora

Welcome to the cultural center of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Museums, temples and the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary are the key attractions of this place.
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Askot

An erstwhile princely state, the Himalayan town of Askot is located in Pithoragarh district of the state of Uttarakhand. The town is popular for the Askot Musk Deer Sanctuary, an important site for the conservation of the musk deer. At an elevation of 3,629 ft, Panchuli and Chiplakot peaks form the backdrop for Askot. The town has Nepal to the east, Almora to the west, Pithoragarh to…
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Barkot

A hill station near Yamunotri in Uttrakhand, Barkot is known for its natural beauty and mountain views.
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Binsar

About 114 km northeast of the city, it is situated at an elevation of 7,870 ft. Binsar has the distinction of being the highest hill station in the entire Kumaon region of Uttarakhand.
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Chail

This is one place that enjoys a pleasant climate throughout the year. Overlooking the Sutlej River, Chail is a hill station with a panoramic view of the countryside.
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Chamba

The beautiful hill station of Chamba in Himachal Pradesh is about 55 km from Dalhousie. Established by Raja Sahil Verma in 920 AD, the hamlet has retained its medieval charm. Along with pleasant climate, the picturesque hill station offers breathtaking sights of the snow-clad mountains and lush green forests. Chamba serves as a…
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Chaukhutia

A beautiful green hamlet in Uttarakhand, Chaukutia is known for its natural splendor.
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Chaukori

Around 101 km from Dharchula via the Delhi-Dharchula highway, Chaukori is a hill station situated at western Himalayan range. Elevated at a height of 2010 m, it offers spectacular views of the snowy peaks of Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot. The Mahakali River flows along Chaukori’s eastern boundary and forms…
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Chopta

Chopta is a small hill station located very close to Ukhimath. The place is popularly also known as " Mini Switzerland" and has various activities to offer such as trekking, yoga, camping, rappelling and rock climbing.
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Dehradun

Sitting cozily between the Ganga and Yamuna rivers, Dehradun is home to two popular hill stations – Nainital and Mussoorie. Fairs, temples, museums attract thousands of tourists every year to this place.
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Dhanaulti

Situated between Mussoorie (35 km) and Chamba (27 km), Dhanaulti is a hill-station located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Covered with forests of deodar, rhododendron and oak, the quiet and picturesque hamlet of Dhanaulti is located at an altitude of 2286 metres. Dhanaulti houses the famous Surkanda Devi temple…
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Dharchula

A major trading centre since medieval times, Dharchula is a beautiful town located on the Indo-Nepal border in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. The snow clad Panchchuli peaks located on the west of Dharchula separate it from the Johar Valley. Situated at an elevation of 915 m above sea level,…
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Gopeshwar

Gateway to the sacred shrines of Kedarnath and Badrinath and famous for its temples, the town of Gopeshwar is located at an elevation of 4265 ft in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Some of the most famous temples of the town are Rudranath, Tungnath and Anasuya Devi. The Gopinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, holds special importance and is frequented by pilgrims on their return from…
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Haldwani

Known as the Gateway to Kumaon, Haldwani is a paradise for trekkers, its trails offering amazing views of the valley as well as the Himalayas also making it a particular favorite among photographers.
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Magnetic Hill

Magnetic Hill has become a major tourist attraction because of anti-gravity phenomenon observed on the hill. Magnetic Hill is situated on the Leh-Srinagar national highway, about 27 km from Leh. Vehicles have been observed to move up the hill defying the law of gravity. The amazing phenomenon is observed even…
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Himachal Pradesh

Famous for its spectacular natural beauty and adventure activities, Himachal Pradesh is arguably the biggest tourist destination of India. It nestles in north-west region of western Himalayas. The state is landlocked with the Tibetan plateau to the east, Jammu and Kashmir to the north, and the Punjab to the west.…
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Jubbal

The hill station of Jubbal in Shimla district is situated on the banks of the Pabbal River. About 90 km to the east of Shimla, Jubbal in Himachal Pradesh was an erstwhile princely state. Most Shimla travel guides list sparkling streams, turquoise lakes and picturesque landscapes, a favorite with trekkers…
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Kasauli

A small hill station in Himachal Pradesh, Kasauli is located 1927m above sea level. If snow-clad mountains, dense forests and a pleasant climate is what you are looking for, head to Kasauli.
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Kausani

A picturesque hill station 117 km from Nainital, Kausani is situated in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand. Kausani is located at an altitude of about 1890 m and sits on a ridge in the Himalayan Mountains overlooking Garur and Baijnath Katyuri valley on one side and Someshwar valley on the other.…
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Kufri

A picturesque hill station 20 km from Shilma, Kufri is the starting point of several treks. The Himalayan Nature Park on the outskirts of Kurfri is a haven for nature lovers.
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Mana

While visiting the valley of flowers, Mana is one place that you must not miss out on. It lies next to the border of Tibet and is on the most pretty villages left in India. The village is inhabited by Indo-Mongolian tribes known as Bhotias.
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Manali

A mecca for adventure sports enthusiasts, Manali is situated at 6,398 ft in the Himalayas. Located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, its snow covered peaks make it a popular honeymoon destination. Considered the twin town of Kullu, Manali's scenic beauty, history and culture give it the sobriquet of…
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Mandi

With over 81 temples, Mandi is known as the Varanasi of the east and is situated on the banks of the Beas River. Situated some 70 km from Kullu, Mandi was gets its name from Sage Mandav who meditated here. Mandi is the second most populous town in Himachal Pradesh after…
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Mussoorie

Lush green hills, varied flora and fauna and the majestic Himalayas in the backdrop is in store for you at Mussoorie. No wonder it is called the Queen of Hills.
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Nainital

The charm of Nainital, the lake district of India, is only magnified thanks to the hundreds of ancient temples and peaks with amazing views of the mountains in the backdrop.
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Nalagarh

Nalagarh is a beautiful hill station in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh. Once an important kingdom, Nalagarh was known as the state of Hindur in the bygone era. Nalagarh serves as the entryway to Himachal Pradesh. It is located about 300 km from Delhi and about 60 km from Chandigarh. Nalagarh is very famous for its picturesque…
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Narkanda

If winter adventure sports interest you, Narkanda is the place to visit. Skiing, angling on snow-clad mountains with a breathtaking view is what Narkanda offers.
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Naukuchiatal

Naukuchiatal, which literally means the ‘nine cornered lake’, forms part of the Lake District of India and is a picturesque hill station in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The hill station is popular for its lake, which is the deepest lake in the Nainital region. The hill station is situated at…
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Palampur

Palampur is a beautiful hill station located in Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh, about 35 km from Dharamsala. It gets its its name from pulum meaning 'abundant water'. Unsurprisingly, the region has innumerable streams and brooks and the water bodies are a huge boon for the tea plantations. The Palampur…
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Pangot

Located in the Lake District of India, Pangot is a picturesque hill station located about 13 km from Nainital in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. The pleasant climate, scenic landscape and laidback charm of Pangot make it a must-visit place in Nainital. The hill station is also an ideal destination…
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Parwanoo

A place where you will find some of the best fruit juices, jams and marmalade. Parwanoo is famous for its beautiful orchards.
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Pauri

Pauri is a beautiful hill station in Uttarakhand known for its serene ambiance.
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Shimla

One of the most popular hill stations in the country, Shimla is a tourist destination that offers several attractions from hills to colorful shopping markets. Do visit the Viceregal Lodge.
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Solan

Solan is the mushroom capital of India and rightly so because of the large scale of mushroom farming done here. Even tomatoes are produced in large quantities. Tourists looking for peace and solitude come here.
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Triund

One of the finest trekking destinations in India, Triund is a delight for anyone who likes mountain views, clouds and camping under the stars! Just a 3-hour trek from the Mcleod Ganj centre, Triund is abundant in natural beauty and offers views of snow-clad mountains as well as lush green…
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Ukhimath

Looking for a hill station away from the crowds? Head to Ukhimath that is in the Himalayas. It offers a panoramic view of the peaks of Kedarnath and Neelkanth.
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Vishnuprayag

The first of the confluences of River Alaknanda, Vishnuprayag stands at the meeting point of Dhauliganga River and Alakananda River in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. At an elevation of 4500 ft, the town is situated on the route from Joshimath to Badrinath and is about 35 km from Badrinath. Vishnuprayag along with Karnaprayag, Devprayag, Nandaprayag and Rudraprayag form the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of Alaknanda…
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