Exploring India's Lesser-Known Hill Stations: A Guide
May 02, 2023
By Mekhala Joshi
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Munsiyari, Uttarakhand
Munsiyari is a breath-taking location to visit to enjoy the peace that nature has to offer. It is frequently referred to as ‘nature's amphitheatre’.
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Spiti, Himachal Pradesh
Spiti loosely translates to ‘the middle land’, with life focused around monasteries. Tourism has greatly increased lately due to its pristine Himalayan beauty.
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Matheran, Maharashtra
With stunning views of the Western Ghats, Matheran is one of the smallest hill stations. It is the one and only automobile-free hill station in Asia.
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Kasol, Himachal Pradesh
Kasol flaunts the raw natural beauty of the Himalayas. Summer in Kasol also means you can go trekking and hiking. Overall, it’s a great place to get your fill of nature.
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Chail, Himachal Pradesh
Founded by the Maharaja of Patiala, Chail is a perfect place to beat the heat in summer. Chail has a wildlife sanctuary with abundant wildlife and flora as well as stunning views and architecture.
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Khajjiar, Himachal Pradesh
One of the 160 places in the world designated as Mini Switzerland, Khajjar is amidst dense pines, deodars and lush green meadows.
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Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
At 8,757 feet above sea level, Tawang is a quiet, peaceful place that is relatively less explored. The main attraction is the world's second-largest Tawang Monastery, which is 400 years old.
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Ranikhet, Uttarakhand
There was once a plan to have British India's summer headquarters in Ranikhet. Even now, Ranikhet charms visitors with its flowers, trees and green meadows.