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North India Hill Stations |
- Manali
Situated
at the northern end of the kullu valley, Manali has spectacular
views of snowcapped peaks and wooded slopes. Manali literally
means the 'Home of Manu'. Manu is the mythological character who
is supposed to have survived when the world was drowned in
Flood. He then came to Manali and recreated human life. Thus,
the area of Manali is sacred and Hindus treat the temples over
here as pilgrimage.
- Shimla
A
quaint little hill train chugs up into the Shivalik foothills,
over dramatic loops and high arched bridges to the hill resort
of Shimla, the capital of the mountain state of Himachal
Pradesh. Shimla was one a string of hill stations that the
British established to escape from the scorching heat of the
plains.
- Mussorie
Popularly
known as the queen of hills, this charming hill station, 34 kms.
From Dehradun is situated at an altitude of 2,500 mts. Above
sea-level. Enchanting view of pine covered hill slopes and snow
capped mountains leave an indelible impression on one's mind.The
modern bungalows, malls and well laid gardens which are located
on the small hills around the area are enough to attract any
tourist.
- Mount
Abu
Hill Station of the Rajasthan in a festive
mood with the Summer Festival, held every year in the month of
June. The steep rocks, tranquil lakes, picturesque locations and
the pleasant climate of Mount Abu make it an ideal location for
the festival. The three-day festival is a feast of folk and
classical music and a window to the tribal life and culture of
Rajasthan.
- Nainital
Need
a break from the heat and the dust? Arrive at the hill resort of
Nainital. The popular summer retreat of India, Nainital attracts
innumerable tourists during the summer heat. The hill resort is
indeed a pleasure. The gorgeous greens and the majestic
mountains add to the beauty of the hill resort. The small town
of Nainital in Uttaranchal is dotted with cottages, villas and
bungalows.
- Ranikhet
Ranikhet
is a year-round destination that attracts tourists from all over
the country and outside. An idyllic hill station in Kumaon,
Ranikhet has been a summer retreat for many city-jaded souls
from the sun-scorched plains.
- Darjeeling
Darjeeling
conjures visions of serenity, of vibrant green hills steeped in
splendour. A land of breathtaking beauty crowned by the majestic
Himalayas. It is one of the most magnificent hill resorts in the
world. This heavenly retreat is bathed in hues of every shade.
- Panchmari
Among
the few exceptions is Panchmarhi in Madhya Pradesh. It is not on
the usual beat of hill station buffs and therefore, thankfully,
not over-developed. Though considered the state’s hill
station it does not offer the predictable mountain fare of
awesome heights and spectacular scenery, for the Satpuras are
low lying weathered hills.
- Dharamsala
Dharamsala
over looks the plains and is surrounded by dense pine trees and
Deodar forests. A nearby snowline with numerous streams and cool
healthy atmosphere makes the surroundings very attractive. A
busy bazaar town, Dharamsala has established itself as the
travellers base camp, who come to explore the nearby mountains.
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