10 Hidden Hill Stations in India That Are Cooler Than Shimla
Explore 10 hidden hill stations in India offering serene landscapes, unique culture, and cool climates—perfect alternatives to crowded destinations like Shimla.
1. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh Tawang is located at 10,000 feet and is a delightful place that draws tourists through its monasteries, alpine forests and glacial lakes. This is a quiet town with unsurpassable views of the Himalaya and a quiet getaway from the common tourist traffic. (Image: Canva)
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2. Chikmagalur, Karnataka Chikmagalur is a paradise for nature lovers because of its well-known coffee plantation areas and hills. It is an undisturbed substitute to the commercial hill stations because of its misty mornings, trail treks and waterfalls. (Image: Canva)
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3. Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh Ziro Valley is also a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is surrounded by panoramic meadows, pine forests, and the Apatani tribal culture. It is ideal among those tourists who want to experience the sound and true mountain life. (Image: Canva)
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4. Lansdowne, Uttarakhand A small cantonment town, Lansdowne, is enclosed by oak and pine trees and includes the architecture of the colonial period and peaceful landscapes. It is perfect to appreciate brief rises, birdwatching and unwinding outside the city life. (Image: Canva)
5. Pelling, Sikkim This beautiful town gives breathtaking Kanchenjunga and old monasteries. Its sedentary feel, waterfalls, and hikes make Pelling attractive to tourists who do not want to visit the sights where there are many people. (Image: Canva)
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6. Yercaud, Tamil Nadu Yercaud is a place in the Shevaroy Hills that is known to have orange groves, coffee estates, and beautiful lakes. The fact that it is a pleasant hill place and less known makes it a relaxing hill retreat. (Image: Canva)
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7. Saputara, Gujarat Saputara is the sole hill station in Gujarat with fertile plateaus, art villages of the tribes, and a cool and breezy climate. Its serene beauty and rich culture provide a different alternative to major tourist attraction sites. (Image: Canva)
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8. Auli, Uttarakhand Auli is a destination for adventure and relaxation, as it is known to have ski slopes and panoramic views of the Himalayas. Its meadows, snowy winters and ropeway could be compared to several renowned destinations of the hills. (Image: Canva)
9. Haflong, Assam Haflong is the only hilly station in Assam with rolling hills, tranquil lakes and an abundant tribal culture. It is an ideal place to be because it has pristine beauty, and travellers can visit it to get some peace. (Image: Canva)
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10. Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh. Tirthan Valley is a hidden gem in the vicinity of the Great Himalayan National Park and has clean rivers, thick forests and trekking routes. It is perfect for fishing, hiking, and forgetting about city life. (Image: Canva)
