Exciting Tourism Destinations of Himalayan Mountains

Majestic Himalayan Mountains are located at the top of the country. It touches about seven states of India. There are various picturesque hill station on Himalayan Mountains which attract the tourist from all around the world. These destinations offer great relief from the hot summers of India. Cool climate and picturesque natural beauty are the major attractions of these hill-stations. The five most famous destinations of Himalayan ranges are following.

Shimla

Shimla is one of the most picturesque destinations of North India. It is the capital city of state Himachal Pradesh. Shimla is located in north-west Himalayan ranges at average height of 2,200 meters. This hill station is covered by the pine, rhododendron and oak trees. Lush green surroundings and ice capped mountain peaks make this hill-station most ideal for the tourists. Due to its incomparable natural beauty Shimla is also called as the Queen of Hills. Major attractions of this hill station are the Mall and he Ridge, Tara Devi Temple, Jakhoo Temple, Vice Regal Lodge, and Himachal State Museum.

Manali

Manali is another very beautiful hill station of Himachal Pradesh. It is located in Beas river valley at the average height of 1950 meters. Manali has much importance in Indian culture and tradition. It is also said to be the home of seven sages. Green surroundings and hill peaks are the major attractions of Manali valley. Manikaran Gurudwara, Manu Market, Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashist Hot Water Springs and Temple, Solang Valley and Rahala waterfalls are the most visited places in and surroundings of Manali.

Kullu
Kullu is a very famous hill station of Himachal Pradesh. Kullu valley is located at the Beas river bank.
The major attractions in surroundings of Kullu valley are Raghunath Temple, Shringi Rishi Temple, Maha Devi Tirth Temple, Bijli Mahadev, Raison and Basheshwar Mahadev Temple. Kullu is also famous for adventure activities. Trekking and fishing are the major adventure activities at Kullu.

Gulmarg

Gulmarg valley is a very famous hill station of Jammu and Kashmir. It is cup shaped lush green sloppy field. Gulmarg is approximately height of 2730 meters above the sea level. Field of Gulmarg is covered by the various species of colorful flowers like Bluebells and Daisies which make it most picturesque. This valley is surrounded by the ice capped mountains from all around. Apart from Gulmarg, in your Travel in Kashmir you can visit various other famous places of the state like Srinagar, Ladakh and various other places.

Darjeeling

It is a very famous tourism destination on Himalayan Mountains in West Bengal. It is located at approximately height of 2050 meters above the sea level. You can Travel in Darjeeling by the toy train. It is one of the most famous attractions of this place. This toy train passes form the lush green surroundings and beautiful hill peaks. Apart from the toy trains, tea gardens are the other major attractions of Darjeeling.

These are the some wonderful places of Himalayan Mountains. These places are very picturesque and enjoying. You can make this vacation most memorable by spending on these pleasant destinations of Himalayan ranges.


Kuldeep Singh is an eminent analyst and writer in India Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on tour guide for more information please visit the Travel in Kashmir and Travel in Darjeeling.