1. Kashmir
Enclaved in the mighty Himalayan Mountains, the state has some of the most magnificent places to visit mainly in Summer. Some of the most visiting tourist destinations in this state include Kashmir Valley, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Mughal Gardens, Pahalgam, Jammu, Ladakh, and the fascinating Dal lake.
Situated in the valleys of Kashmir, the city of Srinagar is one of the most beautiful places to visit with its beautiful landscapes, gardens, lakes, and houseboats and is often denoted as the “Venice of the East”.
One of the well-known hill stations in northern India, The several attractions in Gulmarg include Khilanmarg (terrific view of meadows carpeted with flowers), Alpather Lake (a beautiful lake situated at the foothills of Apharwat hills), Ningli Nallah (a pretty mountain stream that flows from the Apharwat hills.
2. Darjeeling, West Bengal
Darjeeling is one of the most popular hill stations in West Bengal and a highly recommended place to visit in summer for a number of reasons like its climate, natural setting, eye-catching valleys, and green mountains. All these elements attract visitors to the place so that they can have fun and adventure at the same time.
Darjeeling is also famous for its tea industry and one can experience the fascinating view of the deep tea cultivated valleys.
3. Leh Ladakh
Every traveller who has visited Leh & Ladakh has just fallen in love with those high snowy mountains and exotic climate. If you are planning to spend your Summer holidays then visit Ladakh shortly, then it is highly recommended to visit.
A few Popular attractions in Leh & Ladakh are:
Pangong Lake
Pangong Lake is the highest Brackish Lake in the world and is situated at 14, 256 ft above sea level.
Magnetic Hill
This famous hill will fall on the road towards Leh. It is also known as Gravity hill, as the magnetic force in this particular area is very high. According to the experience of travellers, the magnetic force automatically pulls the vehicles uphill.
Nubra Valley
Nubra Valley will give you the feeling of Arabian nights with its dunes. Nubra Valley ensures you great pictures of nature, as it has got a view of Indus valley in the south and Siachen Glaciers in the North.
Diskit Gompa
This historical Gompa is also known as Diskit Monastery. According to reports, this monastery is the oldest and largest surviving monastery in Leh. There is a big statue of Cho Rinpoche in the monastery since the 14th century
Sangam Point
This is the point where the Zanskar and Indus Rivers have met, thus it is termed the point of Sangam.
4. Manali, Himachal Pradesh
This is another major hill station and tourist destination in the state of Himachal Pradesh as well as northern India. Situated in the Beas River Valley, the city of Manali is blessed with beautiful hills, captivating deep valleys, culture, and heritage. This place is also considered one of the most favourite places among travellers during summer. Some of the major tourist attracted destinations in this region include Hadimba Temple (an ancient temple built in 1533 AD and has a worth seeing architecture), Manu Temple (this temple is dedicated to sage Manu), Solang Valley (well known for several adventurous sports conducted here), and the Rohtang Pass.
5. Sikkim
Cradled in the lap of the mighty Himalayas, Sikkim boasts of being a tourism hub of the country. Whether you are planning a family trip, looking out for some fun with friends, yearning for your honeymoon or simply yearning for a solo trip, this is the place for you! Also, whether you seek pleasant moments, thrill and adventure or wish to delve deep into culture and traditions, Sikkim tourism will offer you thousands of reasons to fall in love with the state.
Some known places to visit in Sikkim are:
Gangtok which is the capital of the state and is also known for its pictorial beauty, Yuksom which is also known as the ‘Meeting Place of Three Lamas’, Nathula Pass is one of the highest motorable passes in the entire world, Pelling that offers the most astounding views of the Kanchenjunga Peak, Tsomgo Lake which is one of the important names in Sikkim, Ravangla and Lachung that are known for their scenic beauty.
River rafting is also one of the enthralling adventures in Sikkim. Most of the rafting expeditions are conducted in the gurgling Teesta and Rangit rivers. You can also participate in paragliding in Chakung and enjoy the aerial beauty of Sikkim and its evergreen outlook! And for the biker in you, Sikkim tourism offers mountain biking options to places like Rumtek, Tema, Sirwani, Melli and others.
6. Munnar, Kerala
One of the most famous hill stations in south India also known as Kashmir of South India is situated on the Western Ghats in the Idukki district surrounded by mountains. The name literary means “Three Rivers”, referring to the Kundaly, Nallathanni, and Madhurapuzha that meet at this very point.
The major attractions of Munnar include Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Manjampatti Valley, Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary, Pampadum Shola National Park, Anamudi Shola National Park, Palani Hills National Park, and the Eravikulam National Park.
7. Shillong, Meghalaya
The city of Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya and a major summer destination in north-eastern India. The city is a major hill station and has some magnificent tourist spots. Shillong is often referred to as the “Scotland of the East”, as a number of European settlers from Scotland resided on the rolling hills around this town. Some of the major tourist attracted destinations in Shillong include Elephant Falls, Wards Lake (an artificial lake with a garden and boating facility), Gleneagles of the East, and Motphran.
The city also has some other attractions including the Capt. Williamson Sangma State Museum, Entomological Museum, Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures, Chrysalis Gallery, Crinoline Falls, Cathedral of Mary Help of Christian, Spread Eagle Falls, Sweet Falls, and Bishop and Beadon falls.
8. Nainital, Uttarakhand
This is one of the famous and highly tourist attracted hill stations in Uttarakhand. Nainital lies around 6350 feet above sea level and comprises three mountains including the Naina, Deopatha, and Ayarpatha. The hill station has a huge number of picturesque destinations that attract tourists to visit the place again and again.
Some of the major tourists attracted destinations here include Naina Lake (base point for tourism in Nainital), Naina Peak (awesome view of snow grabbing Himalayan ranges), Naina Devi Temple (dedicated to Goddess Naina Devi), Sher-Ka-Danda Hill (a ropeway takes you to the hilltop and give an awesome view of Nanda-Devi, Trisul, and Nanda Kot pecks), and Kilburi Hills (the peaceful area from where one get a birds-eye view of Naina Lake). The other attractions here include Cave Garden, Ropeway of Nainital, Bhimtal Lake, and Naukuchia Lake.
9. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
The city of Tawang is one of the most beautiful places in India that offers great eternal peace. Situated at an elevation of 3049 meters, this town lies in the northwestern part of Arunachal Pradesh and is highly famous among tourists for summer trips. The major tourist attraction of Tawang is the Tawang Monastery, which is said to be the biggest Buddhist Monastery outside Tibet and a major holy site for all Tibetan Buddhists. The other major attractions of this place include the Tipi Orchid Sanctuary (which houses thousands of varieties of orchids), the fortified complex of the monastery, and the beautiful lake of Pankang Teng Tso, Sangster Lake, Banggachang Lake, and the eight-meter tall statue of Sakyamuni Buddha.
10. Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh
This town is one of the famous hill stations and a major tourist attraction in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The town gives a picturesque view of the snowcapped Himalayan ranges and the nearby mountain peaks. Some of the major attractions here include Alla (mesmerizing landscape), Karelanu (famous for its natural spring), Dainkund Peak (one of the highest peaks in Dalhousie), Khajjar (a major tourist attracted destination surrounded by green meadows and dense forest), Tibetan Market (famous for several items from Tibet), and the Sardar Bazar. The other attractions around Dalhousie include Bakrota Hills, Village Lohali, Gandhi Chowk, Panchpula, and the Dalhousie Cantonment.
