{"id":6755,"date":"2020-09-16T14:57:42","date_gmt":"2020-09-16T14:57:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/?p=6755"},"modified":"2020-09-16T14:58:29","modified_gmt":"2020-09-16T14:58:29","slug":"top-10-hill-stations-north-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/top-10-hill-stations-north-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Hill Stations North India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top 10 Hill Stations North India<\/strong> is a pure pleasure for lovers of mountaineering and adventure. Nestled in the Himalayas, there are plenty of picturesque, famous and off-the-wall hill stations that make for <strong>beautiful holiday destinations<\/strong>. And all of them are so spell-binding that choosing one from the list of beautiful <strong>places to visit in north India<\/strong> becomes difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To figure out this dilemma of where to go and what to look for, here\u2019s an elaborate compilation of northern India\u2019s <strong>best tourist destinations<\/strong>. Pick your dream destination and plan your most amazing holiday in India. but the <strong>hill stations in India<\/strong> come to your rescue welcoming you with incredible landscapes set against stunning backdrops and a cold climate all the way through. The hill stations in India, particularly the ones in <strong>Uttarakhand <\/strong>and <strong>Himachal Pradesh<\/strong> are certainly a treat to the senses. Thanks to their scenic beauty and wonderful temperatures the hill stations in India are considered to be the best places to visit in North India. These <strong>North India<\/strong> hill stations are favoured mostly by people who wish to avoid the scorching temperatures in the country during the summers. Here are a couple of the places that will definitely amaze you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/Tourist-Places-Rajasthan\/index.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Nainital.jpg\" alt=\"Nainital\" class=\"wp-image-6757 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Nainital.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Nainital-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Nainital-768x288.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nainital<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nainital <\/strong>is a beautiful hill station in <strong>Uttarakhand <\/strong>province, and Nainital district headquarters in the Himalayan Kumaon foothills. Nainital is renowned for its picturesque mountain views, and is widely regarded as India&#8217;s Lake District. It is one of <strong>North India&#8217;s<\/strong> most popular Hill Stations near Delhi, and also Uttarakhand &#8216;s best tourist spots. Nainital is situated at 1938 m above sea level and derives its name from <strong>Naini Lake<\/strong>. The highest point is Naina Peak with an elevation of 2,615 m, or China Mountain. <strong>Nainital <\/strong>is surrounded on three sides by mountains, and the town is scattered around the beautiful <strong>Naini Lake.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nainital <\/strong>Lake, Naina Devi Temple, Mall Lane, Naina Hill, Kainchi Dham, Raj Bhavan, High Altitude Zoo, Snow View Point, Bhimtal and Sattal must include places in your packages for your <strong>Nainital Trip.<\/strong> Naini Lake boasts boating and yachting facilities. Also known for its various schools and research facilities, Nainital is. From March to May &amp; December to February the <strong>best time to visit Nainital.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/manali.jpg\" alt=\"manali\" class=\"wp-image-6609 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/manali.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/manali-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/manali-768x288.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/300;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manali<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Manali <\/strong>is one of the most popular summer destinations for backpackers, trekkers and honeymooners escaping the heat of summer. Because of its scenic beauty it is also known as India&#8217;s <strong>Switzerland<\/strong>. Lapped in the valley of <strong>Kullu<\/strong>, it is surrounded by towering peaks which give trekkers a fine chance. Beautiful Tibetan Monasteries, Naggar Fortress, Roerich Museum, Arjun Gufa Arjun Cave, <strong>Solang Valley<\/strong>, Jagatsukh etc. In and around Manali, are the other places of interest. The place is also renowned for adventure sports such as skiing, climbing, mountaineering, para-gliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking and <strong>mountain biking.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Shimla.jpg\" alt=\"Shimla\" class=\"wp-image-6758 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Shimla.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Shimla-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Shimla-768x288.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/300;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shimla<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Shimla <\/strong>is the present capital of Himachal Pradesh, also referred to as the <strong>&#8216;Queen of Hills,&#8217;<\/strong> Shimla is perhaps one of the most popular tourist destinations. Filled with natural beauty and beautiful landscapes, Shimla is an important part of Indian heritage and culture. <strong>Shimla city <\/strong>is blessed with the presence of seven different hills which house some of the major tourist spots. Visits to destinations such as Christ Church , St. Michael&#8217;s Cathedral, Churdhar Sanctuary, Kufri, Gurkha Castles, Jakhu Hill etc. would define your stay in Shimla. It is here that a traveller sees a peaceful coexistence between the new facilities and the beauty of the old world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Mussoorie.jpg\" alt=\"Mussoorie\" class=\"wp-image-6759 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Mussoorie.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Mussoorie-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Mussoorie-768x288.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/300;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mussoorie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Situated at the foothills of the majestic Himalayas, <strong>Mussoorie <\/strong>is one of <strong>Uttarakhand <\/strong>&#8216;s best hill stations. This enchanting hill station is adorned with numerous waterfalls, lakes, gardens and towering hills that attract not only domestic but also foreign tourists. <strong>Mussoorie <\/strong>enjoys a very nice and cool year-round climate. There are some nice places to visit To appreciate this place&#8217;s natural beauty, and tranquilly. You should also try mountain biking, horse-riding and cable travel if you&#8217;re an adventure enthusiast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Badrinath.jpg\" alt=\"Badrinath\" class=\"wp-image-6760 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Badrinath.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Badrinath-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Badrinath-768x288.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/300;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Badrinath<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Badrinath <\/strong>in Uttarakhand district of <strong>Chamoli <\/strong>is one of the most sought after centres of pilgrimage on the Indian subcontinent. <strong>Badrinath <\/strong>is beautifully set in the backdrop of the colossal mountain peak of <strong>Neelkanth <\/strong>and never fails to make the visitor spellbound with its unparalleled beauty .. The word Badrinath is a badri derivative, meaning the place where beries abound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A location that holds so many legends and myths, <strong>Badrinath <\/strong>acquires predominance in a pilgrim&#8217;s travel itinerary. The common belief is that from here to <strong>Kedarnath<\/strong>, <strong>Badarinath <\/strong>was Lord Shiva&#8217;s realm and Lord Vishnu managed to unseat Shiva. Another theory is that when Ganga brought her down to earth, she divided into twelve streams and <strong>Alakananda<\/strong>, one of the channels felt on <strong>Kedarnath <\/strong>which gives <strong>Badrinath <\/strong>it\u2019s majestic look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Badrinath <\/strong>provides not only leisure sports, shrines, and pilgrimage. It provides the breathtaking beauty of the snow-clad mountain peaks and the Garhwal region&#8217;s advancing landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Gondola-Ride-in-Gulmarg.jpg\" alt=\"Gondola Ride in Gulmarg\" class=\"wp-image-6640 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Gondola-Ride-in-Gulmarg.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Gondola-Ride-in-Gulmarg-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Gondola-Ride-in-Gulmarg-768x288.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/300;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gulmarg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Gulmarg <\/strong>is situated in <strong>Jammu <\/strong>and <strong>Kashmir <\/strong>and is widely known as India&#8217;s best ski resort. The name <strong>Gulmarg <\/strong>translates into &#8220;flowers meadow&#8221; This hill station&#8217;s nice weather, spectacular scenery, blooming gardens and breathtaking lakes draw visitors from around the globe. <strong>Gulmarg <\/strong>is a paradise for adventure enthusiasts and the one-stop destination where you can enjoy <strong>activities <\/strong>Including skiing, snow mountain biking, sled riding. Located in the midst of nature&#8217;s breathtaking beauty, this quaint town is also dotted with numerous <strong>attractions <\/strong>that make it a perfect holiday destination for both a family trip and a romantic honeymoon. In <strong>Gulmarg<\/strong>, enjoy serenity and tranquilly and spend some time in the lap of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dalhousie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dalhousie <\/strong>is another popular hill station in <strong>Himachal Pradesh<\/strong> known for its enchanting natural beauty. <strong>Dalhousie <\/strong>is blessed with beautiful landscapes and enchanting beauty from majestic snow-clad mountains to spectacular river streams and waterfalls that make it a must-visit hill station in North India. <strong>Dalhousie <\/strong>has a plethora of church sightseeing places And temples to beautiful Victorian and Scottish architecture. Adventure seekers will enjoy enjoyable activities in <strong>Dalhousie <\/strong>including river crossing, river rafting, and trekking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dharamshala<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama &#8216;s home, <strong>Dharamshala<\/strong>, is one of North India &#8216;s famous hill stations for tourists seeking spirituality and peace in a beautiful natural setting. Located in the district of <strong>Kangra <\/strong>in Himachal Pradesh, this town is divided as the upper and lower divisions where <strong>Dharamshala <\/strong>is the lower divisions and Mcleodganj is the upper part. There are various tourist spots in the city but Dharamshala is a popular Tibetan hub with strong influences from Tibet. This <strong>hill station<\/strong> with many museums and monasteries is an ideal option for exploring <strong>Buddhism <\/strong>and Tibetan Culture. In the midst of spectacular backdrops, glittering waterfalls and stunning lakes, visitors will feel serene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ranikhet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ranikhet <\/strong>is a place linked to Himalayan legends. Historical accounts tell us that Kumaon &#8216;s <strong>Queen Padmini<\/strong> was fascinated by this diminutive hill paradise. King Sudhardev compelled her to create a palace for the queen here, and called the place <strong>Ranikhet <\/strong>(the fields of the queen).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today there is no sign of the palace, but the place remained the same: captivating, overflowing with flowers , trees and green meadows in the midst of the heavenly Himalayan surroundings. The picturesque <strong>hill station<\/strong>, long lost in oblivion, has been rediscovered by the British. They purchased the land from the indigenous villagers and turned it into a summer resort apart from raising an army recruitment centre. The headquarters of the gallant Kumaon Regiment remains <strong>Ranikhet<\/strong>. Situated at 1,829 metres above sea level, with an area of 21.76 sq. Km Ranikhet has so much to give to tourists \u2013 a healthy environment, tall coniferous trees, vast green meadows, peaceful surroundings, perfect peace and warm, open-hearted persons. &#8212; season has its own unwavering beauty. That is what makes Ranikhet a destination in all seasons. <strong>Ranikhet <\/strong>also boasts one of the country &#8216;s finest hill-golf greens (9 holes).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leh \u2013 Ladakh<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Leh Ladakh<\/strong> has a stunning backdrop, jaw-dropping landscapes and a vibrant community to it. Cuddled in the north by the <strong>Karakoram <\/strong>ranges and in the south by the Himalayas, this destination is truly a slice of heaven on earth. <strong>Leh Ladakh<\/strong>&#8216;s spell-binding beauty with an amalgamation of Indian, Tibetan and Buddhist culture makes it a popular destination for tourists. Leh Ladakh has many <strong>tourist attractions<\/strong>, which are extremely beautiful and friendly. Head with a group of friends to this <strong>beautiful destination<\/strong>, and enjoy the cool breeze and the beauty of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/north-india-tour-packages\/index.html\">North India Packages<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/north-india\/north-india-tourism.html\">North India Tourism<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/north-india\/north-india-destinations.html\">North India Destinations<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/north-india\/north-india-top-attractions.html\" class=\"rank-math-link\">North India Top Attractions<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Top 10 Hill Stations North India is a pure pleasure for lovers of mountaineering and adventure. Nestled in the Himalayas, there are plenty of picturesque, famous and off-the-wall hill stations that make for beautiful holiday destinations. And all of them are so spell-binding that choosing one from the list of beautiful places to visit in&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6756,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[1901,1905,1904,1899,1903,1906,1907,1902,1900],"class_list":["post-6755","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-india-tourism","tag-best-hill-stations-in-india","tag-best-hill-stations-in-north-east-india","tag-best-hill-stations-to-live-in-india","tag-dalhousie-hill-stations-north-india","tag-manali-hill-stations-north-india","tag-mussoorie-hill-stations-north-india","tag-nainital-hill-stations-north-india","tag-top-10-hill-stations-in-india","tag-top-10-hill-stations-in-north-india"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6755","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6755"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6755\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6762,"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6755\/revisions\/6762"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6756"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6755"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6755"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rajasthantourplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6755"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}