Hill Stations in India are mountainous region located at higher elevations. The climate of Hill Stations are relatively cooler and it is known for scenic beauty.
There are several important hill stations in India formed due to its diverse geographical features. Each hill stations offer unique charm, climate, and attractions.
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List of Important Hill Stations in India
- Shimla
- Manali
- Darjeeling
- Ooty
- Munnar
- Nainital
- Mussoorie
- Mount Abu
- Srinagar
- Gulmarg
- Kodaikanal
- Mahabaleshwar
- Coorg
- Coonoor
- Gangtok
- Dharamshala
- Kasauli
- Lonavala-Khandala
- Panchgani
- Ranikhet
- Lansdowne
- Almora
- Shillong
- Yercaud
- Auli
- Dalhousie
- Kullu
- Leh
- Pahalgam
State-wise list of Hill Stations
| State | Hill Stations |
|---|---|
| Himachal Pradesh | Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, McLeod Ganj, Kasauli, Dalhousie, Kullu, Chamba |
| Uttarakhand | Mussoorie, Nainital, Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Auli, Ranikhet, Lansdowne |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Patnitop, Bhaderwah |
| West Bengal | Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kurseong |
| Tamil Nadu | Ooty (Udhagamandalam), Kodaikanal, Coonoor, Yercaud |
| Kerala | Munnar, Wayanad, Thekkady, Idukki, Vagamon |
| Karnataka | Coorg (Madikeri), Chikmagalur, Kemmangundi |
| Maharashtra | Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala-Khandala, Matheran, Panchgani |
| Rajasthan | Mount Abu |
| Sikkim | Gangtok, Lachung, Lachen, Ravangla |
| Andhra Pradesh | Araku Valley, Horsley Hills |
| Telangana | Horsley Hills |
| Odisha | Daringbadi |
| Meghalaya | Shillong, Cherrapunji, Mawlynnong |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Tawang, Bomdila |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | Kohima |
| Assam | Haflong |
| Manipur | Ukhrul |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh | Chakrata |
| Madhya Pradesh | Pachmarhi |
| Gujarat | Saputara |
| Bihar | Rajgir |
| Chhattisgarh | Mainpat |
Shimla
It is known as the “Queen of Hill Stations”. Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh and one of the most popular hill stations in India. It is famous for its colonial architecture, Mall Road, and scenic views of the surrounding Himalayan mountains.
Manali
It is located in the Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Manali is known for its natural beauty and ice cover.
Darjeeling
It is located in the Lesser Himalayas of West Bengal. Darjeeling is famous for its tea plantations, and natural beauty. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ooty
It is located in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu. Ooty is known for its pleasant climate, tea gardens, and scenic beauty.
" Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiri Hills is located in Ooty"
Munnar
Munnar is situated in the Western Ghats of Kerala. It is famous for tea plantations. The hill station is home to Eravikulam National Park. Nilgiri Tahr is found here.
Nainital
It is situated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Numerous lakes are found here. It is known for its pleasant weather and scenic beauty.
Mussoorie
It is popular hill station in Uttarakhand. It is located in Himalayas.
Mount Abu
The hill station in the desert state of Rajasthan. Mount Abu is situated in the Aravalli Range and offers a cooler climate from the surrounding arid landscapes.