India is a rich and the most beautiful country for tourism.

It is one of the top tourism destinations in Asia due to its wide geographical diversity and cultural richness that has summoned millions of people across the world to visit and explore its heritage.

India is a land of great assortment and wonders.

Located amid most exotic mountain surroundings, the sensual, peaceful, spiritual and misty hill stations in India promise to offer ideal and perfect holiday destinations, away from the busy life for the tourists traveling from the Kingdom.

The remarkable scenery of lush green valleys, snow-covered peaks, and an energizing and immaculate breeze blowing all throughout the year, is a perfect place to explore the nature.

There is a picturesque and attractive hill station in almost every part of India, offering people with decent and relaxing retreats from the plains, particularly to spend hot summers.

India has always surprised the tourists with its wealthy cultural heritage. It is one of the most developed and ancient civilizations in the world; India’s cultural heritage is as old as its history itself. The tourists will be rewarded with an unforgettable holiday experience.

Every state has its own beauty and culture to showcase the tourists. In 2005, the Indian Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) started an Incredible India campaign to encourage tourism.

The department divided different places in different sections like spiritual tourism, spa tourism, eco-tourism and adventure tourism, making it easier for the tourist to choose the destination they would like to visit.

India belongs to plentiful amazing and colorful cities known for their enchanting natural and cultural charm.

It has several hill stations spread all over the country, including the most popular destinations such as Ooty, which is located in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu and is considered as the ‘queen of hill stations.’ It is a famous tourist resort place. The most popular attractions in Ooty include the 22 hectare Government Botanical Gardens, boating on Ooty Lake, and climbing Dodabetta Peak for an excellent view of the Nilgiri hills.

Kodaikanal is nestled 120 km from Madurai in the Palani Hills and 155 km from Ooty of Tamil Nadu. Its name means ‘Gift of the Forest.’ It’s a place consisting of different flora and fauna. Orchards of pear trees and charming buildings with gabled roofs are seen while entering the town. Eucalyptus oil is very famous there. Herbs and aromatherapy oils are also the interesting things to buy in Kodaikanal.

Another famous hill station, Shimla, capital of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, is wonderfully cool and charming town that straggles along a mountain crest, enclosed in oak, pine and rhododendron forests.

It’s quite famous for its colonial style buildings and historic railway and the old Christ Church, with its beautiful stained glass windows.

Also to be enjoyed are the hypnotic views from Scandal Point and the Viceregal Lodge on Observatory Hill. There are various adventure sports and short hikes on offer in the vicinity as well.

Manali, with its comforting backdrop of the Himalayas is another hill station that offers a blend of tranquility and adventure located in the Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh, it’s a magical place bordered by cool pine forest and the raging Beas River, which give it a special energy.

The hill station of Nainital, in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, features the peaceful, emerald colored Naini Lake and the Mall, lined with restaurants, shops, hotels, and markets. One can enjoy the many forest walks, explore the surrounding area on horseback or relax on a boat in the lake.

Darjeeling in West Bengal is also famous for its luxurious tea gardens. In addition, it’s blessed with a stunning view of Mount Kanchenjunga, the world’s third highest peak. Some of Darjeeling’s most popular attractions include monasteries, botanical gardens, a zoo, and the Darjeeling-Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway cable car (the longest cable car in Asia).

One of the most interesting hill stations in India is Matheran, the closest hill station to Mumbai, India’s commercial hub and capital of the Western Indian state of Maharashtra. It is a most unique and special place where all vehicles are banned, including bicycles, but one can ride a horse around. It’s a soothing place to relax away from any noise and pollution.

The hill station of Nainital in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand features the peaceful, emerald colored Naini Lake and the Mall, lined with restaurants, shops, hotels, and markets. One can enjoy the many forest walks, explore the surrounding area on horseback or relax on a boat in the lake.

To see a hill station sprawling with tea plantations is Munnar, in Kerela. It’s a must visit place! The Kundale Tea Plantations in Munnar, which border a picturesque lake, offers the best opportunity to see the tea being picked and processed, and to try fresh tea straight from the gardens. The area is blessed with the natural beauty of hazy hills, and forests full of exotic plants and wildlife. Adventure enthusiasts can trek to Anamudi, the highest peak in south India, explore Eravikulam National Park, or rock climbing and para gliding.

There are many other attractive hill stations like Panchgani, Lonavala and Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra, Darjeeling in West Bengal, Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir, Mount Abu in Rajasthan, Mussoorie in Uttarakhand and many others. These hill stations have the amazing route to travel either by train or vehicles.

Among worth visiting places is Jammu and Kashmir.

Owing to the cool and pleasant climate and its scenic landscapes, Jammu and Kashmir is called heaven on earth. It’s a place to explore the snowy peaks, the exotic valleys, and the icy river. Jammu and Kashmir is split into three major divisions, including Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh.

Srinagar, located in Kashmir, which delights visitors with its lovely lakes and relaxing houseboats is often referred to as the Land of Lakes and Gardens.

The gardens have a distinctly Mogul influence, as many of them were cultivated by Mogul emperors.

Asia’s largest tulip garden is in Srinagar, with a tulip festival held every April.

Kashmir forms a larger part of Jammu and Kahsmir and consists of numerous valleys.

It is famous for its juicy apples and rare saffron fibers.

Additionally, the Dal Lake which is the most beautiful lake in Kashmir attracts tourist globally.

Jammu, being on the foothills of the Himalayas has a number of lakes, which attracts tourists throughout the year.

The Mansarovar Lake acts as a perfect camping location, with flora and fauna surrounding the lake. The Lake also has an interesting piece of history, which brings in tourists every year.

Jammu is well connected to Delhi by trains and flights and varieties of tour packages from Delhi for Jammu are available. Moreover, The Leh and Kargil valleys in Ladakh provide unlimited photographic moments, which would act as perfect knick-knacks of the trip to Jammu and Kashmir.