7 Best Hill Stations to Visit in India During Winter

Winter in India is not just a season – it’s the perfect excuse to escape to the hills. When snow blankets the mountains, mist hugs the valleys, and cozy cafés come alive, India’s hill stations turn into dreamy wonderlands. Here are the best destinations you must visit.

🏔 1. Manali (Himachal Pradesh)

• Top Attractions: Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Hidimba Devi Temple, Old Manali
• Things to Do: Snow sports, hot Maggi, Himachali cuisine

🏞 2. Shimla & Kufri

• Top Attractions: The Ridge, Kufri, Jakhu Temple, Christ Church
• Things to Do: Toy Train ride, ice-skating, apple wine tasting

🎿 3. Auli (Uttarakhand)

• Top Attractions: Auli Artificial Lake, Gurso Bugyal, Joshimath
• Things to Do: Skiing courses, cable car ride, camping

🌲 4. Gulmarg (Jammu & Kashmir)

• Top Attractions: Gondola Ride, Apharwat Peak, St. Mary’s Church
• Things to Do: Skiing, snowboarding, Kashmiri Kahwa

🏕 5. Mussoorie (Uttarakhand)

• Top Attractions: Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, Gun Hill, Mall Road
• Things to Do: Cable car ride, local snacks, winter trek

⛷ 6. Darjeeling (West Bengal)

• Top Attractions: Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, Tea Estates
• Things to Do: Tea tasting, toy train ride, heritage walks

🏔 7. Tawang (Arunachal Pradesh)

• Top Attractions: Tawang Monastery, Sela Pass, Madhuri Lake
• Things to Do: Snow trekking, butter tea, monastery festivals