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Top 10 Summer Holiday Destinations in India
In India, the schools and colleges are shut for two months in the summer, making it an ideal time for people to go to different holiday destinations. An Indian summer can get really hot and people want relief from the searing heat. The perfect thing to do is to visit any of the hill stations or cities in the country with beautiful landscapes and excellent weather. India is home to some of the most beautiful hill stations due to the multiple mountain and hill ranges. The snow-clad mountains, misty hills, icy river streams and lakes, expansive meadows and beautiful cityscape with forts and palaces are few of the many things that you can enjoy in these destinations.
Shimla - The Queen of Hills
Located at an elevation of 7467 feet, Shimla is one of the best hill stations in India. The pleasant weather in the summers with slight snowfall makes it an ideal place to spend some quality time away from the heat of the city life. The Mall road, the Ridge, Christ church, Jakhoo temple and the Summer Hill are few of the many tourist attractions in Shimla. Kufri is a major tourist attraction lying a few kilometers away from Shimla. The Mall Road of Shimla has clubs, banks, post offices, restaurants, bars and the famous Gaiety Theatre. You can enjoy the breathtaking views by spending some time at the Ridge, which is surrounded by seven snow-clad hills, making it a perfect spot to get some stunning photographs. Shimla and Manali both are the best Honeymoon Destinations in North India to plan your Honeymoon with Shimla Manali Tours
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Manali
Manali has been one of the most visited hill stations in India due to multiple reasons like pleasant weather conditions, adventure sports and being a gateway to other tourist destinations like Leh and Spiti. Rohtang Pass & Solang Valley, Bhrigu Lake, Chandra Taal and Pin Valley are few of the various tourist attractions of the place. The hill stations has many popular temples as well, like Hidimba Devi temple, Manu temple and Bijli Mahadev. Manali is perfect for people interested in adventure sports as you have innumerable options to enjoy. You can indulge in trekking, paragliding, mountain biking, kayaking, river rafting, canoeing, cliff jumping and much more. Jogini Falls is another tourist hotspot where you can take shower under the waterfalls.
Dharamshala
Dharamashala is most famous for being the abode of the ‘Dalai Lama’ and the innumerable monks of Tibet. All of them reside in the temple located in the city of McleodGanj. The incredible weather conditions and multiple trekking options makes it an ideal summer holiday destination for people looking for an escape from the busy life of city. Triund Hill in the Deodhar Hill Range is undoubtedly one of the most popular treks in India right now. Spending a night under the starry sky is one of the activities you will not want to miss while on this trip. Dharamshala is also famous for having one of the highest cricket stadiums in the world. The warm hospitality of the locals along with scenic beauty will surely make your tour memorable.
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Ooty
Ooty is one of the most popular hill stations in India and is located in the state of Tamil Nadu. Part of the Nilgiri Hills, the hill station is located at an elevation of 7350 feet and has an extremely pleasant climate. The hill station was part of the various properties managed by the East India Company during their reign over India and hence has many bungalows with tea estates surrounding them. The Ooty Botanical Garden, the Ooty Lake, St. Thomas Church, St. Stephen’s Church and Sacred Heart church are some of the top local attractions. Ooty is one place where you will not like to roam around but rather just stay at a place and enjoy the incredible scenic beauty all around. The cool weather, the quiet environment and interesting locals will show you a world that is in complete contrast from your city life.
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Darjeeling
Darjeeling is one of those hill stations, which offers a great panoramic view. The hill station, located on the lesser Himalayas, has the imposing Mt. Kanchenjunga in the backdrop, the third highest peak in the world. Darjeeling is famous for the numerous tea plantations and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The ‘Queen of Hills’ sees millions of tourists every year due to the unique culture and incredible weather conditions. Darjeeling also houses some of the top residential schools in India, with children coming from all over India to study. Batasia Loop, Ghum Monastery and Peace Pagoda are few of the many places that you can visit here.
Leh ladakh
Leh Ladakh is surely one of the most talked about destinations not just in India but also around the world. You can witness places with stunning beauty like Nubra valley and Pangong Lake, various passes like Zoji La and Khardung La, towns like Manali and Sonmarg, and the innumerable monasteries. Surrounded by incredible mountains of the Pir Panjal and Himalayan ranges, Leh Ladakh surely offers some of the most beautiful landscapes you can imagine. It has also has various trekking options with the Chadar trek being the most famous. The beautiful expanses, the incredible journey, the peaceful monasteries and the modest lifestyle of locals leaves a lasting impression on you with memories that will stay with you forever.
Kashmir
Kashmir, the northern most part of the country is home to some of the most beautiful hill stations in India. visit Sonmarg, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Srinagar are some of the many hill stations that you can visit in this state. Due to the expansive meadows, snow-clad mountains, stunning lakes, beautiful lakes and warm locals, Kashmir Tour Package is often referred as ‘Paradise on Earth’. Gulmarg and Pahalgam boasts of having two of the highest golf courses in the world Alpather Lake, Dal lake, Shalimar Bagh, Khilanmarg, Betaab Valley and Tulian Lake are some of the other top attractions in the state. You can shop handicrafts and products that are unique to Kashmir, like pashmina shawls, hand woven clothes, rugs, blankets and much more.
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Nainital
Nainital, located in the state of Uttarakhand is a popular summer destination in India. The Nainital Lake is the centre of attraction and offers a boating experience that you will remember forever. A cable car or a gondola ride takes you to Snow View observation point, going over the numerous hills in the region. You also get to witness the majestic Nanda Devi Peak, the highest peak in the state. Tiffin Top, Naini Peak, Cave Garden and the famous Mall Road are some of the other top places to visit in Nainital. Trekking, elephant safari and horse riding are some of the recreational activities you can indulge in while in the hill station.
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Munnar
Munnar is one of the most popular tourist destination in the state of Kerala. The misty hills of Munnar have some of the biggest tea and coffee plantations in the world. The winding roads surrounded by these plantations makes it one of the most beautiful road trips you can have. Just like Ooty, Munnar was also used by British people and hence has some big bungalows, many of which are now used as resorts. Eravikulam National Park has Lakkam waterfalls, many trekking trails and the Anamudi Peak. You can hike through the forest trails or even enjoy an elephant ride. Mattupety Dam, Tea Musueum, Attukkad waterfalls and Pothamedu View Point are some of the other places you can visit. Kerala is one of the best Honeymoon destination to plan after wedding.
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Udaipur, the city Lakes
Numerous lakes surround the city of Udaipur in Rajasthan Tour, making it an ideal summer destination place in summer. The pleasant breeze coming from the lakes gives the city its pleasant weather conditions. The ‘City of Lakes’ is famous for its culture, history and the various palaces and forts. Lake Pichola, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Rangasagar Lake and Doodh Talai Lake are some of the popular lakes in the city. The City Palace is a piece of architectural marvel, making it one of the finest examples of Rajasthani architecture. The complex has 11 palaces, various courtyards and gardens, and popular for the incredible mosaic design works. The city house some of the oldest temples in Rajasthan, like Jagdish Temple, Karni Mata Mandir and Kesariyaji Mandie. Udaipur is one of the best city of Rajasthan, and the best time to visit Rajasthan and Udaipur is from August till April every year.
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