Hill stations have always been a well-loved choice for travellers. But what if you're looking for something beyond the crowded tourist traps, you’re in the right place.
Here are 5 best less-explored hill stations in the world that you can visit:
- Melchsee-Frutt, Switzerland
This charming village, surrounded by rolling hills and serene lakes, offers a car-free escape. Travellers can stroll through beautiful meadows, go for a refreshing dip in the tranquil Melchsee and Tannensee lakes, or simply breathe in the fresh mountain air.
2. Sapa, Vietnam
Sapa, a town nestled in the Hoang Lien Son mountains of northern Vietnam, is a hiker’s paradise. Visitors can walk through terraced rice paddies that seem to cascade down endless slopes, hike through verdant jungles home of exotic wildlife, or visit vibrant villages and immerse themselves in their traditions.
3. Mestia, Georgia
Perched in the Caucasus Mountains, Mestia provides travellers with stunning vistas of snow-capped peaks, classic Svan tower houses, and a vibrant cultural heritage.
4. Azinhaga, Portugal
Travellers can ditch the crowds of the Algarve and head north to Azores, an unspoiled archipelago of volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.
5. Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, India
Nestled in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Palampur is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Encompassed by tea estates and the Dhauladhar range mountains, Palampur boasts a captivating marriage of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and peacefulness.
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