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Rajasthan is renowned for its golden deserts and royal palaces, but it also has a cooler, refreshing side that needs to be explored. The hill stations in Rajasthan are just one of many of its unique attractions that will provide visitors with an escape from the warmth of the season. The hill stations are surrounded by greenery, lakes, and misty hills, which add a pleasant twist to a desert state. There are many tourism options, whether you are seeking solitude, adventure, or simply to kick back and escape the summer heat.
Top 10 Best Hill Stations In Rajasthan
These 10 scenic hill stations in Rajasthan can be enjoyed by nature lovers and those seeking quietness.
1. Mount Abu
Mount Abu is one of the most popular hill stations in Rajasthan. Nakki Lake, an attractive lake with hills surrounding the water, offers visitors a delightful boat ride at sunset among the legends of its creation by the hand of God. The renowned Dilwara Temples were built between the 11th and 13th centuries and are famed for their intricately carved marble sculptures, from global visitors. Guru Shikhar is the highest point in Rajasthan, and a better place to enjoy the sensory perception of horizon views across the Aravallis. For the engaging traveller, you can trek up to Toad Rock or hike through Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, where leopards, sambars, and other rare birds call that area home.
Top Highlights: Nakki Lake boat rides, Dilwara Temples, Guru Shikhar peak, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
Suggested Read: Places To Visit Near Mount Abu
2. Sajjangarh
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Standing tall above Udaipur, Sajjangarh, also known as the Monsoon Palace, was built by Maharana Sajjan Singh to watch the monsoon clouds go by over the city back in 1884. Unlike most of Rajasthan’s hill stations, this retreat combines regal architecture with natural surroundings. The palace itself, atop the Aravalli Hills, offers spectacular views of sunset over Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar Lake. Visitors can take a glimpse of royal extravagance through the elaborate balconies and spacious courtyards of the palace. Below the palace comes the Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary, home to jackals, hyenas and a variety of migratory birds. Adventurous trekkers enjoy the scenic trail from the foothills.
Top Highlights: Monsoon Palace views, Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
3. Ranakpur
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Ranakpur, located in the serene valleys of the Aravallis, is a hidden treasure not mentioned in guidebooks about the more illustrious hill stations of Rajasthan. The centrepiece of Ranakpur is the Ranakpur Jain Temple, a beautiful 15th-century monument comprising 1,444 stone pillars, each uniquely carved. It is both an architectural wonder and a spiritual site. The hills surrounding Ranakpur make it a great place to trek. The best trekking routes lead to Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, where visitors are likely to see leopards, antelope, and aesthetically pleasing multicoloured birds. Exotic natural streams come alive, and small waterfalls emerge along the way, particularly during the monsoons, as much of Rajasthan is dry and devoid of any water.
Top Highlights: Ranakpur Jain Temple, Aravalli trekking, Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, waterfalls during monsoon
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
Suggested Read: Places To Visit In Ranakpur For A Quaint Retreat In Rajasthan
4. Kumbhalgarh
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Kumbhalgarh is more than a historical fortress; it is also a retreat surrounded by the rolling Aravalli hills that gives it the feel of a Rajasthan hill station. The star of the show here is the mighty Kumbhalgarh Fort, a 15th-century fortress of Rana Kumbha. Its massive 36 km wall is the second longest after the Great Wall of China. This wall has many bastions along its entire length where visitors can take in sweeping views. Within the walls of the fort, which features hundreds of temples, including the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, which still attracts devotees today, is a complex history.
Top Highlights: Kumbhalgarh Fort & 36 km wall, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, panoramic hill views
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
5. Achalgarh
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Achalgarh is a serene option close to Mount Abu while offering an assortment of architectural and mythological treasures that are quieter than the crowded hill stations of Rajasthan. The main tower in the fort, called Achalgarh Fort, was originally built by a dynasty called the Paramaras and maintained and renovated by Maharana Kumbha in the fifteenth century. Though partly in ruins, its archways and walls still exude grandeur. The fort complex also provides a major temple, and one of the things on display is a natural occurrence of a footprint known to be of Lord Shiva. Outside of the fort lies a pristine lake called Mandakini Lake with sculptures of elephants created from stone.
Top Highlights: Achalgarh Fort, Lord Shiva’s footprint, Mandakini Lake, stone elephant sculptures
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
Suggested Read: Things To Do In Mount Abu
6. Guru Shikhar
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Guru Shikhar, at 1,722 metres, the highest peak in Rajasthan, is an interesting hill station in Rajasthan. The climb to the top provides you with expansive views of the Aravalli Range (Acorn), infinitely far away. At the peak, you will find the Guru Dattatreya Temple, founded by the monk Swami Dattatreya. Guru Dattatreya Temple appeals to pilgrims with its spirit and serene atmosphere, found close to the mountaintop. The journey on the way up passes rocky trails with little shrines and locations of cultural significance. The air here is crisp and cool, offering a contrast to Rajasthan’s desert climate and making for an invigorating stop.
Top Highlights: Guru Dattatreya Temple, panoramic Aravalli views, rocky trails with shrines
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
7. Taleti
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Beneath Mount Abu, Taleti is one of those undiscovered gems which showcases more of the peaceful Rajasthan Hill Stations charm and operates as a starting point for most treks leading to the renowned Mount Abu plateau. Taleti offers a tranquil setting of trails, fields, and wild nature. The trek to the Dilwara Temple starts in Taleti, incorporating a level of spirituality and adventure in one hike. Local shrines or temples dispersed around the village accentuate the cultural significance of the stopover. During the monsoon, the hills surrounding Taleti renew with greenery and small waterfalls gush through rocky slopes. The long and winding hike, irrespective of the traveller, is particularly romantic at this time of year.
Top Highlights: Starting point for Dilwara Temple trek, peaceful nature trails, monsoon waterfalls
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
Suggested Read: Places To Visit In Mount Abu For A Scenic Getaway
8. Udaipur Hills
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While Udaipur is well known for its lakes and palaces, the surrounding Udaipur Hills present another side of the city – one of the more offbeat Hill Stations in Rajasthan. The Aravalli ridges surrounding the city have numerous trekking and hiking paths (such as the Badi Lake trek), which pass through a scenic landscape with panoramic views of water shining between the green hills. The Sajjangarh ridge is particularly popular because of the scenic trails that lead towards the Monsoon Palace. Adventure lovers can visit the Tiger Lake trek, which takes one through rural villages and hilly forest lands, and allows for a window into the local way of life.
Top Highlights: Badi Lake trek, Sajjangarh ridge trails, Tiger Lake trek, panoramic hill views
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
9. Taragarh Hills
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Taragarh Hills, with a view of the historic city of Ajmer, is one of the most interesting elevated excursions among hill stations in Rajasthan. The main contributor to this is the Taragarh Fort, constructed in the 14th century, which is known for its massive outer walls and views of the surrounding area. The fort has water tanks carved into rock that were once used for storage, and there are crumbling palaces that still shout ‘Rajput’. For trekkers, there is a hiking trail leading up from Ajmer city through opposite sides of the mountain, which winds through the forest and offers both adventure and a bit of historical context.
Top Highlights: Taragarh Fort, hiking trails from Ajmer city, historical fort walls and water tanks
Nearest Airport: Kishangarh Airport, Ajmer
Suggested Read: Top Things To Do In Ajmer
10. Jawai Hills
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Jawai Hills is an adventure-seeking escape that is notable for its striking granite formations and large leopard population. The highlight of Jawai Hills is the Jawai Leopard Reserve, where sunrise and sunset safaris can give you the chance to spot leopards resting on the rocky outcrops of Jawai. Along with the Jawai and its beautifully tranquil dam that is home to many migratory birds, including huge numbers of flamingos and cranes throughout winter, it is good to meet and interact with local ethno-cultural associates in Rabari tribal villages, where the living traditions of the past are preserved. Stargazing in the desert is unforgettable.
Top Highlights: Jawai Leopard Reserve safaris, migratory birds (flamingos, cranes), Rabari tribal villages, stargazing
Nearest Airport: Udaipur Airport
Visiting hill stations in Rajasthan reveals a refreshing contrast to the state’s usual dry climate. These destinations offer cool breezes, lush greenery, and rich historical charm, far from the typical hot sun and golden sands. Each place has its own unique story. With growing tourism efforts, Rajasthan’s green retreats prove there’s much more to explore beyond its famous forts and palaces. Plan your next adventure with TripXL to discover Rajasthan’s coolest escapes.
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