Closest Hill Stations near Delhi

As the summer vacations are going to  start, so I am here with some hill stations details which are near (within 300km) to capital city Delhi.

Nahan, Himachal Pradesh: Rejuvenating and Relaxing Summer Escape

Distance from Delhi: 248 km approx. by road

Nahan hill station is popularly known for its calm, peaceful and untroubled environment. After getting fed up from your busy schedule and sweltering summers this place will give a refreshing feeling and feeds double energy within you to carry out your work with double pace. If you are fond of Wildlife Tours then you must visit the place. Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Trekking are the major activities here you can enjoy. Paonta Sahib, Suketi Fossil Park, Dhaula Kuan and Rajgrah are the major tourist spots here.

Lansdowne, Uttarakhand: Adventure & Sightseeing

  

Distance from Delhi: 250.2 km approx. by road

Lansdowne is hill station near Delhi popular for its rich forests and jungle safari. The name Lansdowne is as because this town was established by Viceroy of East India Company namely Lord Lansdowne, but it is not real name of town. It was originally named as Kaludanda. Santoshi Mata Temple, War Memorial, Tip and top View Point and St. Mary's Church are some common places of Attraction here. You can plan a itinerary throughout the year as weather remains pleasant throughout the year.

Sattal, Uttarakhand: Lakes & Gorgeous Forests

Distance from Delhi: 271.1 km approx. by road

Sattal as the name specifies sat tal which means seven lakes. This tiny hilly resort is a unique interconnection of seven freshwater lakes. Sattal is located about 22km from Nainital. If you are an avid birder then Sattal is like paradise for you. Trekking, Boating, Fishing, Kayaking are other things to do in Sattal. Bhimtal, Butterfly Museum, Methodist Ashram, Subash Dhara are places of tourist attraction here. 

Mussoorie, Uttarakhand: A laid-back Holiday in the Lap of Nature 

 Distance from Delhi: 248 km approx. by road

Mussoorie is perfect summer destination for travelers from Delhi. While visiting this hilly retreat, do not forget to enjoy the ride of cable car or on the rope way else you will miss the panoramic view of lofty and snow-covered mountains, green pasture land. You can enjoy Trekking, Bird watching, Boating, Walking to feel nature. Kempty fall is major attraction of Mussoorie. you can enjoy a refreshing bath under high falling waterfall. Mall road is another major place of attraction as it offers you specialty of Mussoorie that you can buy for your loved ones. Lal Tibba, Cloud End, Gun Hill, Gandhi Chowk, Jwalaji Temple and Kulri Bazaar are other tourist places. March to June and September to November are the best months to visit the city.

Summer Holiday Destinations in India

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Shimla, Himachal Pradesh: Honeymoon & Family Holidays

Shimla is an ideal destination to visit during holiday in India. Snowy Himalayan peaks and green range surround Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. You can plan your itinerary to Shimla which include visits to various temples, monasteries and colonial structures of the British time. Summer is the best time to visit the city as weather in summer is neither too hot nor too cold.

Shimla is also famed for adventures sports. Some of them you can enjoy are River Rafting, Ice Skating, Skiing, Golfing, Paragliding and Mountain Cycling.

Chirst Church, Bhimkali Temple, Shimla State Museum, Jakhu Temple, Kali Bari Temple, Kinnaur, Kalka-Shimla Railway are some major tourist attractions here.

Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra : Incredible Family Summer Escape

Mahabaleshwar is one of the most explored hill stations in Maharashtra. It is a popular holiday resort, honeymoon destination, and an scared site for Hindus. This place is famed for its breathtaking views of the mountains and valleys from different angle. Arthur’s eat point, Needle Hole Point, Kate’s Point, Wilson’s Point and 3 Monkey Point are the key places to visit. Strawberry, Raspberry and Mulberry are popular Berries here; do not forget to try out these.

Darjeeling, West Bengal: Tea, Adventure and Romance

Darjeeling, the Jack of Holiday and the Queen of Summers, is one of most popular tourist spots in India. While visiting this city do not forget to enjoy the Toy Train ride. This ride will give you unforgettable memory of such natural beauty that would cherish for long time. Rock Garden, Scrubbery Park, Japanese Peace Pagoda,The Ava Art Gallery, Batasia Loop and the War Memorial,Himalayan Zoo, Botanical Garden and Dhirdham Temple are some major places of tourist attraction.

​Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh: Fun-filled and Awe-aspiring

Pachmarhi, the only hill station in Madhya Pradesh is a cool holiday destination in sweltering summers. Some of the major tourist places worth-visiting in Pachmarhi are Bee fall, Dhupgrah, Jatashankar, Rajat Prapat, Satpura National Park, Bada Mahadev, Duchess Fall, Gupt Mahadev. Pachmarhi has wide range of film locations also.

Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu: Honeymoon Special

  

Kodaikanal, Princess of Hill stations is popular honeymoon destination in India. Literal meaning of word Kodaikanal is “The gift of forest”. Kodaikanal offers you wide range of activity to do like nature walk boating, cycling and most important sightseeing. Berijam Lake, Kodai Lake, Coakers Walk,  Bryant Park, Kurinjiandavar Temple, Dolphin’s Nose, , Green Valley View Kodaikanal ,Solar Observatory are some must visit places in Kodaikanal.

Finest Indian Destinations for Holidays

India, sacred land is famous for luxuries places to visit in Holidays. Here I am describing some places to explore during holidays.

Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir: Adventure, Romance & Buddhism

Ladakh is popularly known as the "Little Tibet". Ladakh is a famous holiday destination in India. This luxury Indian destination is famed for its  beautiful lakes, high mountain passes, vast valleys,  and the home of Tantric Buddhist people. Apart from this, motorcycle trip to Ladakh is a common attraction among thrill seekers. Entire landscape of Ladakh provides unforgettable memory of flawless beauty that would stay for long time.

Sikkim: Family, Adventure and Honeymoon Destination 

Sikkim, the first fully organic state of India, is also known as state of flower. The city is housed with Buddhist Monasteries, waterfalls, unexplored caves, trekking, high altitude lakes and valleys. Rumtek Gompa, Char Dham, Khecheopalri Lake, Ganesh Tok, Tathagata Tsal are other popular tourist places which can be explored by making a visit to this Hill station.

Manali, Himachal Pradesh: Top Honeymoon Destination

Manali, the next luxury Indian destination is globally famous for providing fabulous holidays. This blissful city is famous for adventure sports like paragliding, white water rafting, zorbing and trekking. Hadimba Temple, Nature Park, Shiva Temple, Van Vihar Park, Von Nagri Monastery are some common places of attraction here.

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand: Yoga, Spirituality & Adventure

Rishikesh, birth place of Yoga, is a gateway to Himalaya. City is a popular destination for adventure lovers. City is famed for hiking, backpacking, camping, bungee jumping and rock climbing. Himalayan yog ashram, Shivpuri, Vanprashta Ashrama, Triveni Ghat and Rishikund are some famous tourist spots in city.

Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh: Adventure & Spirituality 

Tawang, Land Of Monpas, is the much accepted tourist destination in India. It is a belief that the name Tawang was given by Mera Lama. Choekhor, Losar, Monpa Dance, Monpa Festival, Saga Dawa, Torgya are prime attractions of Tawang.

Ooty, Tamil Nadu: Ideal for Honeymoon & Family Breaks in Summer

Ooty, the Queen of Hill Stations, is famous for providing fabulous holidays. City was established by British people. Thread Garden, Botanical Garden, Nilgiri Library, Rose Garden, Deddabetta Peak, Tiger Hill are some common place of tourist attraction.

A Guide to Visit Dehradun

Dehradun, capital city of the Uttarakhand (earlier called Uttaranchal), is located in the Doon valley. The literal meaning of word Dehradun is Dehra (abode) in Dun (a valley enclosed by two mountains). The city has religious meaning; it has description in Ramayana and Mahabharata. 

Dehradun is considered as gateway to various hill stations like Nainital, Masoori and pilgrimage like Haridwar, Rishikesh. A tour to Dehradun provides one with the unforgettable memory of flawless beauty that would stay with one for a long. It is quite sure that the gushing streams, deep ravines, lustrous valleys and most of all the high mountain ranges of this hilly resort would unwittingly hold one's breath.

Places to Visit in Dehradun:

 Sahastradhara

It is famous tourist spot which is about 14 km from city centre. This place is not only famous for its beautiful scenic views but also for its medicinal value. Main attractions of the place are Sulphur Spring and Shiv temple in the cave. Getting wet under thousands of droplets or bathing in the stream both gives a refreshing feeling. A bath under Sulphur Spring works as medicine for curing skin problems. People also take water of the spring with them to drink to get rid of stomach problems. There is also ropeway to climb up. 

Tiger Falls
 

Tiger Falls is located at a height of 1400 meters above sea level. People can enjoy a refreshing bath under50 meters high waterfall, converges into a small pond. This is the best place to enjoy with family.

Robber’s Cave

This place is also known as Gucchupani. The water flows between 2 rocks like a heaven. The cave and the path is really gorgeous to see, one can go on 1 mile long walk with full of water and at some place find showers from the rocks make the atmosphere rainy.

Tapovan

Tapovan, a sacred place, is about 5 km from the city center. Tapovan is  situated on the banks of the sacred river Ganges. The place is popularly known for its religious history. It is common belief that Guru Dronacharya had undergone his penance here. This place is surrounded by greenery and sound from the river makes the ambiance very soothing which heals all the sorrows.

Tapkeshawar Temple

Temple is dedicated to worship Lord Shiva. Temple is located at the banks of the Nandi River. The main shivalinga is established inside a natural cave where water drops from the ceiling of the cave trickle down over the shivalinga in a continuous manner.

Rajaji National Park

Rajaji National Park is spreaded over 820.42 sq km area. The park is opened to visitors only from Mid-November to Mid-June. The reserve is home to avian species which are found in forested foothills and in open grassland.

How to reach:

Dehradun is well connected city. It is reachable via following means by other parts of country.

 By Air

Jolly Grant Airport is a nearest airport which is about 20 km from city center. One can reach airport via taxi. Flights to Delhi are available on daily basis.

By Rail

Dehradun Railway Station is the nearest railhead which is about 2 km from the city center. It connects Dehradun with all Major cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Jaipur, Lucknow, Mumbai, Varanasi, Ujjain and Indore. 

By Road

Dehradun is connected with all major cities via road . One can reach three via cabs or buses. Delhi is about 247 km. which is easily accessible via roads.

Best time to visit:

According to me Best time to visit Dehradun is summer and monsoon.  In the month of March, April and October, November weather of city becomes very pleasant.

Accommodation:

 Dehradun provides several options for accommodation. City offers you variety of hotels ranging from low budget hotels to luxury hotels, Lodge, Cottage, villa, homestays, heritage hotels and resorts. Dehradun plays great role in development of tourism sector in Uttrarakhand with hotels.