Uttarakhand is famous as Devbhoomi for its various temples. It is also home to the famous char dham yatra. Uttarakhand is also famous for its hill stations. If you are planning a visit to Uttarakhand, then don’t miss out on visiting the beautiful hill stations known for their amazing weather and the beautiful bounty of nature. We have a list of the five best hill stations in Uttarakhand for you to visit.
Known as the Queen of hills, Mussoorie is close to Dehradun. There are many things to do here like boating, paragliding, trekking, or visiting waterfalls. The view of the snowcapped peaks is awesome and something not to be missed.
Boating in the Naini lake, visiting the Naina Devi temple, and a trip to the zoo are some of the things to do in Nainital. Accessible from Kathgodam, Nainital is considered the crown jewel of Uttarakhand. Picturesque is the word to describe this beautiful hill station you must visit.
Auli is the top place for skiing in India. It also has the longest cable car ride in Asia and offers a breathtaking view of Nanda Devi. Whether you are new to skiing or an expert, you must visit Auli during winter to enjoy skiing at its best. You can reach via cable car from Joshimath or by road from Rishikesh.
Lansdowne takes you back to the British Raj with its colonial bungalows and war memorials. Offering a great view of the Himalayas, this hillstation is accessible from Kotdwal. Boating in the Bhulla lake, bird watching, nature trekking, and visiting the snow viewpoint are the top activities to do at this pristine hill station.
Known as India’s Switzerland, you can get an amazing view of Nanda Devi from here. You can get a breathtaking view of the sunrise and sunset from here. Reachable by road from Kathgodam, Kausani has many attractions like Baijnath temple, Rudradhari falls, and the Kausani tea estate.