Top 5 Hill Station To Visit This Summer

Summer season out of all of the seasons is well famous for two things first is mango and the second is a holiday. Holidays mean all free time to explore the beauty of the world. The all-time favorite spots for beating the heat in the summers are hill stations. Unveiling the beauty of such hill stations, some of them are listed below.

Ladakh :

Abode to people of Indo-Aryan or Tibetan origins, Ladakh geographically extends from Kunlun range to Great Himalayas. Ladakh is also known as “Little Tibet”; it got the name due to Tibetan culture seen in Ladakh. The two most popular tourist sites in Ladakh are the Karakoram Pathway and The Great Himalayan ranges. This city of mountains is beautiful and heavenly with a very different culture from that of the cities.

The Siachen Glacier of Karakoram is the longest glacier of the Himalayan Range. When light from the sun falls on this glacier, they shine so bright that the peak seems to be covered in diamonds. This magical site can be once in a lifetime experience. Adventure sports in Ladakh are quite popular among tourists. Apart from the ranges, some old monasteries in Ladakh have a magnificent view. The ambiance of these monasteries is incredibly peaceful, calm, and comforting.

Ooty :

Located in Nilgiri Hills of state Tamil Nadu, the capital of Nilgiri district is the town of Udhagamandalam or popularly known as Ooty. Known to be the “Queen of Hill Stations”, Ooty indeed is an enchanting and mesmerizing beauty of nature. Famous for its tea gardens and green forest area, Ooty is an excellent spot for nature lovers.

To view the glorious view of the lush green valley with lofty mountain peaks, a stroll in Ooty is a must. The epical peaks of Ooty named “The Blue Mountains” are called due to the presence of dense Nilgiri Forests in the region, which is also a major tourist attraction site in Ooty.

Ooty is also a very famous honeymoon hotspot. The cool atmosphere of Ooty makes it the top choice of summer destinations.

Kurseong :

Kurseong is a modest town in the district of Darjeeling (West Bengal) that remains to be lesser-known, but certainly more inviting than its popular cousin Darjeeling. The very meaning of Kurseong is ‘the land of orchids’, which suggests that it’s a place to find a lot of scenic trails.

Well, besides the glorious views of the Kanchenjunga range and plenty of wild natural beauty, there is an impressive British architectural heritage to commend in Kurseong. The old school buildings, the museums, and the churches are all there waiting to be admired.

Shillong :

Widely known as the ‘Scotland of the East’, Shillong is the capital city of Meghalaya. Monsoon is the best time to visit Shillong, as the entire city breathes a new life in the rains. The surrounding landscapes in Shillong are captivating, to say the least.

You can spend your time here at the Shillong peak and gaze at the lush green hills, have a picnic near Elephant Falls, or enjoy a boat ride over the Umiam Lake. For the adventurer in you, try the water sports like kayaking and water skiing at any of the stunning lakes in the city.

Tawang :

Tawang has the country’s largest Tibetan Monastery which is home to almost 500 lamas. The refreshing mountain air and wonderful treks make Twang a trekker’s paradise. You can visit the 400-year-old Tawang Gompa and turn the prayer wheels outside it, see yaks graze in the lovely hills, or walk around the town for a little chat with the friendly locals.

These beautiful hill stations provide travelers scenic views and a chance to escape the summer heat of the plains. Plan a trip to one of these hill stations for a truly memorable vacation.