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Uttarakhand, also known as Uttaranchal, is located in the northern part of India that borders Himachal Pradesh, Tibet, Nepal, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. This state is divided into two divisions, Garhwal and Kumaon. Many hill stations in Uttarakhand are a paradise for travellers and nature lovers to explore the beautiful mountains, flower gardens and rivers in various places. Many people visit these Uttarakhand hill stations, especially during the summer, to escape the heat and attain peace.
8 Hill Stations In Uttarakhand
Here are some of the best hill stations in Uttarakhand for an amazing experience for travellers to explore the natural beauty of the mountains.
1. Mussoorie
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Mussoorie, located in Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, is situated at an altitude of 2000 m above sea level. This hill station is often referred to as the “Queen of Hills” because of its beauty and breathtaking views of the Shivalik ranges and the Doon Valley. This is an amazing place to explore many Las Green Hills waterfalls and the charming colonial architecture. This hill station also has many activities to do to explore nature. Gun Hill is the second-highest peak in Mussoorie, which offers beautiful sunset and sunrise views.
Location: Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
Best Time To Visit: September to June
Top Attractions: Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, Lal Tibba and Lake Mist
2. Kausani
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Kausani, located in Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, is a beautiful hill station that is famous for its panoramic views of the snow-covered Himalayas that are mostly dominated by Trishul Nanda Devi and Panchuli peaks. This hill station is located at an altitude of 1890 metres, covered with pine tree forests. This is the best place for nature lovers to travel, especially during the winter months that receive snowfall. There are also many trekking activities organised in this place.
Location: Kausani, Uttarakhand 263639
Best Time To Visit: April to June and September to December
Top Attractions: Rudradhari Falls and Caves, Gwaldam, Tea estate and Baijnath Temple
3. Tehri
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Tehri Garhwal, located in Uttarakhand, is situated at an altitude of 1550 m to 1950 m above sea level. According to Hindu mythology and legends, this place holds several spiritual significance. The name of this place translates to Triharia, which means three kinds of since are Mansa Vacha and Kamana. It is also believed that this place was where the Ganga arose in its real form at Devprayag. There are also many temples located in this place. This hill station also has a beautiful dam that overlooks a massive lake, which is one of the most popular attractions.
Location: New Tehri, Uttarakhand 249001
Best Time To Visit: March to June
Top Attractions: Tehri Dam, Devprayag and Chamba
4. Dhanaulti
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Dhanaulti is a very quiet hill station that is situated at an altitude of 2286 metres at sea level. This place offers beautiful views of the Himalayas, which is the perfect place to take a break from everyday busy life and to seep into the beauty and calmness of nature. This place is not much visited by tourists, unlike other hill stations that are crowded. It is the best place to visit, especially during the summer, to have a lot of privacy for enjoying various activities.
Location: Dhanaulti, Uttarakhand
Best Time To Visit: September to June
Top Attractions: Dhanaulti Adventure Park, Eco Park, Deogarh Fort and Apple Orchard Resort
5. Mukteshwar
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Mukteshwar is a small hill station that is located near Nainital, Uttarakhand and is known for its amazing view of the Himalayan ranges and many adventure sports. This place is named after a 350-year-old Shiva temple known as Mukteshwar Dham Temple. This place is surrounded by lush green trails and narrow lanes. It is popular for trekking, rock climbing, and rappelling. This hill station is also famous for its picture-perfect forests of orchards, rolling meadows and cottages built in colonial style.
Location: Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand
Best Time To Visit: October to June
Top Attractions: Mukteshwar Dham Temple, Sitla, Nanda Devi ViewPoint and Chauli Ki Jaali
6. Nainital
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Nainital, located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, is a picture-perfect hill station that is known for its serene lakes, lush green hills, and amazing climate. The entire hill station is surrounded by the Naini Lake, which offers many boating activities. It is also known for its beautiful snow-kept mountains that provide picture-perfect scenery opposite the lake. This hill station is also known for its various adventure activities. The snow view is an amazing place to visit in the hill station that provides breathtaking views of the Himalayas.
Location: Nainital, Uttarakhand
Best Time To Visit: March to June, October to February
Top Attractions: Naini Lake, Tiffin Top and Snow View Point
7. Lansdowne
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Lansdowne, located in Pauri district, Uttarakhand, is a small hill station that is surrounded by buildings of the colonial era with oak and pine forests. This place is a paradise for bird watchers and trekkers. This place was actually discovered by the British and then got its name from the Viceroy of India. There are many guest houses in this place that offer stunning views of the mountains that also resemble a reminder of the colonial period. This place is also ideal for camping.
Location: Lansdowne, Uttarakhand 246155
Best Time To Visit: April to June
Top Attractions: Bhula Lake, Tip N Top, St. John’s Church and Bhim Pakora
8. Auli
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Auli, located in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, is the best place for many winter sports activities. This place is known for its beautiful snow-covered slopes surrounded by Himalayan peaks. This place also has world-class skiing facilities. Auli also has one of the highest man-made lakes in the world. This place also holds an interesting cultural and spiritual significance. It also has one of the longest cable car rides in Asia with beautiful scenery. It is the best place to explore many adventure activities like sliding and various other activities amidst the beautiful nature.
Location: Auli, Auli Laga Salude, Uttarakhand 246443
Best Time To Visit: December to February
Top Attractions: Trishul Peak, Joshimath and Gurso Bugyal
Hill stations in Uttarakhand are one of the most amazing and popular tourist destinations in India to explore the beauty of the snow-capped mountains, valleys and lush green forests and for various activities like trekking, skiing and many more. These are some of the best places to visit, especially in the summer, to escape the heat as well as to take a break from the busy life. To know more about these places and plan your trip, get in touch with TripXL today.
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