10 Best Places to visit in India
Travel while you’re still young. Lose yourself to find your own self. Live like there’s no tomorrow. And whatever you’ll explore today will last a lifetime with you. So, here’s a list of 10 amazing tourist places to visit in India before you turn 30. What are you waiting for? It’s time to pack your bags and set on a journey to scratch off a few destinations from your bucket list.
India is a canvas of beauty, nature and colors. Starting from unique culture to international styled destinations, India is a land for everyone. Are you looking for traveling in a shoestring budget? India has numerous spots for backpackers, just like you. Are you looking for a vacation fit for the kings? India is riddled with nature places, boutique, heritage spots and much more. It is all about how you are planning to spend your time and India is an amoeba, which would transform into a personalized paradise, just for you. Do not worry about the difficulties of getting a tourist visa. You can easily apply for e-visa to enter India. Every year, 1.69 million tourists visit India with e-visa(source).
Are you looking for destinations to add to your list? Here are the top 10 destinations to enjoy the nature of India.
1. Munnar hill, Kerala
Munnar is a town and hill station located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is situated at around 1,600 metres (5,200 ft) above mean sea level,[2] in the Western Ghats mountain range. Munnar is also called the "Kashmir of South India" and is a popular honeymoon destination.
At around 1600 m above the sea level in Kannan Devan Hills where
the mountain streams by the names- Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni. one can
confidently talk about the location of Munnar as the name of the place
rightfully tells, the way it is pronounced. If actual point of confluence is to
be seen on Munnar tour, it is at some distance from the town though the rivers
flow through it.
10 Best Places to visit in India
Travel while you’re still young. Lose yourself to find your own self. Live like there’s no tomorrow. And whatever you’ll explore today will last a lifetime with you. So, here’s a list of 10 amazing tourist places to visit in India before you turn 30. What are you waiting for? It’s time to pack your bags and set on a journey to scratch off a few destinations from your bucket list.
India is a canvas of beauty, nature and colors. Starting from unique culture to international styled destinations, India is a land for everyone. Are you looking for traveling in a shoestring budget? India has numerous spots for backpackers, just like you. Are you looking for a vacation fit for the kings? India is riddled with nature places, boutique, heritage spots and much more. It is all about how you are planning to spend your time and India is an amoeba, which would transform into a personalized paradise, just for you. Do not worry about the difficulties of getting a tourist visa. You can easily apply for e-visa to enter India. Every year, 1.69 million tourists visit India with e-visa(source).
Are you looking for destinations to add to your list? Here are the top 10 destinations to enjoy the nature of India.
1. Munnar hill, Kerala
Munnar is a town and hill station located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is situated at around 1,600 metres (5,200 ft) above mean sea level,[2] in the Western Ghats mountain range. Munnar is also called the "Kashmir of South India" and is a popular honeymoon destination.
At around 1600 m above the sea level in Kannan Devan Hills where
the mountain streams by the names- Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni. one can
confidently talk about the location of Munnar as the name of the place
rightfully tells, the way it is pronounced. If actual point of confluence is to
be seen on Munnar tour, it is at some distance from the town though the rivers
flow through it.
Location
Geographic coordinates of Munnar is 10°05′21″N
77°03′35″E. Munnar town is situated on
the Kannan Devan Hills village in Devikulam taluk
and is the largest panchayat in the Idukki district casing an area of virtually
557 square kilometres (215 sq mi).
Geographic coordinates of Munnar is 10°05′21″N
77°03′35″E. Munnar town is situated on
the Kannan Devan Hills village in Devikulam taluk
and is the largest panchayat in the Idukki district casing an area of virtually
557 square kilometres (215 sq mi).
2.
Kodagu coorg hill Station, Karnataka
Kodagu is an
administrative district in Karnataka, India.
Before 1956, it was an administratively separate Coorg State,[3] at which point it was merged into an enlarged Mysore State. It
occupies an area of 4,102 square kilometres (1,584 sq mi) in
the Western
Ghats of southwestern Karnataka. In 2001 its population was
548,561, 13.74% of which resided in the district's urban centres, making it the
least populous of the 30 districts in Karnataka.[4]
Having peace of intellectual and youth of spirituality, this
place is ready to offer whatever it possesses by the grace of God and divine
Nature. The dense forests covered with dew of early morning which mist has left
behind as a tell-tale sign of her presence, coffee plantations on steep slopes,
falling and flowing Cauvery River from a distant place refreshing and nurturing
the flora and fauna and its harsh yet soothing noise, a golden yellow-orange
ritually spread on the sheet of morning sky acting as backdrop to the
contrasting green-brown small-big peaks, and many such vivid sceneries of
Nature are a constant companion of those choosing to travel Coorg.
Hear the name Kodaimalenadu and it rarely strikes of Kodagu in
Karnataka, if knowledge of places is limited. Coorg is the name with which
masses remember this hill beauty of south which is nothing but the anglicized
version of the local name of the place- Kodagu.
Kodagu is an
administrative district in Karnataka, India.
Before 1956, it was an administratively separate Coorg State,[3] at which point it was merged into an enlarged Mysore State. It
occupies an area of 4,102 square kilometres (1,584 sq mi) in
the Western
Ghats of southwestern Karnataka. In 2001 its population was
548,561, 13.74% of which resided in the district's urban centres, making it the
least populous of the 30 districts in Karnataka.[4]
The district is bordered by Dakshina Kannada district to the
northwest, Kasargod
district of Kerala to
the west, Hassan
district to the north, Mysore district to
the east, Kannur
district of Kerala to
the southwest, and the Wayanad district of
Kerala to the south. Agriculture is the most important factor that upholds the
economy of Kodagu and the main crops cultivated in this region are rice and
coffee. Coorg is rich in natural resources which included timber and
spices. Madikeri (English:
Mercara) is the headquarters of Kodagu.
Kodagu is known for its coffee and its people. The people
include indigenous (Kodavas)
and other ethnic groups (Arebashe Gowdas and Kodava subgroups). The chief
languages presently spoken in Kodagu are Kodava, Are Bhashe, Tulu and Malayalam.
Kodagu is home to the native speakers of the Kodava language.[5]
Having peace of intellectual and youth of spirituality, this
place is ready to offer whatever it possesses by the grace of God and divine
Nature. The dense forests covered with dew of early morning which mist has left
behind as a tell-tale sign of her presence, coffee plantations on steep slopes,
falling and flowing Cauvery River from a distant place refreshing and nurturing
the flora and fauna and its harsh yet soothing noise, a golden yellow-orange
ritually spread on the sheet of morning sky acting as backdrop to the
contrasting green-brown small-big peaks, and many such vivid sceneries of
Nature are a constant companion of those choosing to travel Coorg.
Hear the name Kodaimalenadu and it rarely strikes of Kodagu in
Karnataka, if knowledge of places is limited. Coorg is the name with which
masses remember this hill beauty of south which is nothing but the anglicized
version of the local name of the place- Kodagu.
Getting caught in names and in their origins is easy when it is
southern part of India being discussed. The rich language heritage which is
witnessed on Coorg tourism is not just in terms of culture or tradition but
also in terms of Nature and history written in forts and palaces.
LOCATION
As of 2001 India census,[4] coorg had a population of 47,257. Males
constitute 57.2% of the population and females 42.8%. coorg had an average
literacy rate of 81%, higher than the national average of 57.2: male literacy
was 83%, and female literacy 79%. 11% of the population was under 6 years of
age. This town is situated at an elevation of over 3770 ft above sea
level.this town name is madikeri.
As of 2001 India census,[4] coorg had a population of 47,257. Males
constitute 57.2% of the population and females 42.8%. coorg had an average
literacy rate of 81%, higher than the national average of 57.2: male literacy
was 83%, and female literacy 79%. 11% of the population was under 6 years of
age. This town is situated at an elevation of over 3770 ft above sea
level.this town name is madikeri.
3.
Pithoragarh hill Station, uttarakhand
Pithoragarh is a western Himalayan town with a Municipal Board
in Pithoragarh
district in the
Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is the largest unorganised semi-urbanised village
cluster in the hills of Uttarakhand. Local governing bodies have been trying
hard to provide basic amenities to people since ages, however it is hard to
find the evidence of their struggle on ground.
Pithoragarh is a western Himalayan town with a Municipal Board
in Pithoragarh
district in the
Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is the largest unorganised semi-urbanised village
cluster in the hills of Uttarakhand. Local governing bodies have been trying
hard to provide basic amenities to people since ages, however it is hard to
find the evidence of their struggle on ground.
History
Location
Pithoragarh is connected by road, and it also has an airport.
Commercial flights on 3 routes are proposed under government scheme. Flights in
Pithoragarh - Dehradun, Pithoragarh - Pantnagar and Pithoragarh - Ghaziabad
route are planned to be operational, ground reality is different though.
Pithoragarh is connected by road, and it also has an airport.
Commercial flights on 3 routes are proposed under government scheme. Flights in
Pithoragarh - Dehradun, Pithoragarh - Pantnagar and Pithoragarh - Ghaziabad
route are planned to be operational, ground reality is different though.
Haldwani and Tanakpur are two entry points for entering
Pithoragarh by road. Both are connected by railway services. Regular state bus
transport services along with private taxi services are available at both
places.
4.
Dudhsagar Falls
Dudhsagar Falls (literally Sea of Milk) is a four-tiered
waterfall located on the Mandovi River in
the Indian
state of Goa.
It is 60 km from Panaji by
road and is located on the Madgaon-Belagavi rail
route about 46 km east of Madgaon and
80 km south of Belagavi.
Dudhsagar Falls is among-est India's tallest waterfalls with a height
of 310 m (1017 feet) and an average width of 30 meters (100 feet).
Dudhsagar Falls (literally Sea of Milk) is a four-tiered
waterfall located on the Mandovi River in
the Indian
state of Goa.
It is 60 km from Panaji by
road and is located on the Madgaon-Belagavi rail
route about 46 km east of Madgaon and
80 km south of Belagavi.
Dudhsagar Falls is among-est India's tallest waterfalls with a height
of 310 m (1017 feet) and an average width of 30 meters (100 feet).
The falls is located in the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and
Mollem National Park among the Western Ghats. The
waterfall forms the border between Karnataka and Goa states. The area is
surrounded by deciduous forests with rich biodiversity. The falls are not
particularly spectacular during the dry season but during the monsoon season,
however, the falls are fed by rains and form a huge force of water.
Some images of Dudhsagar falls.
Location
This waterfall is located in the Sanguem Taluka of Goa,
and falls into the jurisdiction of the Goa Forest departments since it is a
part of the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary. One can go by road or rail to
Kulem railway station and then trek to the waterfall or hire a jeep with a
driver to get closer in; however, there will still be a walk to reach the base
of the falls.
This waterfall is located in the Sanguem Taluka of Goa,
and falls into the jurisdiction of the Goa Forest departments since it is a
part of the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary. One can go by road or rail to
Kulem railway station and then trek to the waterfall or hire a jeep with a
driver to get closer in; however, there will still be a walk to reach the base
of the falls.
5.
Chail, Himachal Pradesh
The former summer capital of the princely state of Patiala, Chail is a beautiful hill station
located 63 km from Shimla in the
Shivalik region of Himachal Pradesh. Chail
is spread across three hillocks — Rajgarh and Sadh Tiba, covering an area of
over 72 acres. Overlooking the valley of Sutlej, it enjoys pleasant
climate throughout the year. Chail also offers magnificent and panoramic views
of the surrounding countryside and overlooks both, Kasauli and Shimla (45 km). ALSO
READ Delhi to Chail: How to reach Chail from
Delhi by road
The former summer capital of the princely state of Patiala, Chail is a beautiful hill station
located 63 km from Shimla in the
Shivalik region of Himachal Pradesh. Chail
is spread across three hillocks — Rajgarh and Sadh Tiba, covering an area of
over 72 acres. Overlooking the valley of Sutlej, it enjoys pleasant
climate throughout the year. Chail also offers magnificent and panoramic views
of the surrounding countryside and overlooks both, Kasauli and Shimla (45 km). ALSO
READ Delhi to Chail: How to reach Chail from
Delhi by road
Chail was a sleepy little mountain village till its transformation
in 1893. It was founded by the Maharaja of Patiala, Bhupinder Singh. Banished
from entering Shimla for eloping with the daughter of Lord Kitchner, the then
Commander-in-Chief of the British Indian Army, the Maharaja resolved to build
himself a new summer capital better than Shimla. The Maharaja ensured that
Chail matched Shimla in every way. Majestic snow-capped Shivalik peaks,
beautiful orchards and sylvan pine valleys cast a spell on everyone.
Chail Palace, Chail
Cricket ground and Chail Military School are all symbols of Chail’s connection
with the erstwhile royal house of Patiala.
Chail, along with Kufri and Shimla is called the Golden
Triangle of Himachal Pradesh. Despite being located close to Shimla, this hill
station is free from the crowds that throng Shimla and consequently allows
travelers to enjoy the scenic beauty and charm of the place in relative
peace. ALSO READ 10 spectacular photos of Chail, the
quaint hill station in Himachal Pradesh.
Chail has a dense cover of pine and deodar trees. Its lush green
outfields, stunning view of the mountains and captivating natural beauty makes
it a fine place to visit. Lots of trekking trails lead from Chail to Shimla,
Choor Peak, Kali Temple and other places. Angling is a popular activity
undertaken in Giri River, a few kilometers away from Chail.
Chail Wildlife Sanctuary attracts
a large number of nature lovers and wildlife photographers and you can spot a
wide variety of flora and fauna that includes animals like Himalayan black
deer, common langur, goral, wild boar, among others.
Kali ka Tibba is a popular shrine in Chail that is often visited
by people from nearby towns and villages apart from tourists.
Location
It is 44 kilometres (27 mi) from Shimla and 45 kilometres (28 mi) from Solan. It is known for its salubrious beauty and virgin
forests. The Chail Palace is well known for its architecture: the palace was
built as summer retreat by the Maharaja of
Patiala during
the British Raj, on the land allotted to him by the British for former's
assistance in the Anglo-Nepalese
War. The cricket
ground and a polo ground which is there at an altitude of 2,444 m was owned by
erstwhile royal family of Patiala. It is the world's highest cricket ground.
It is 44 kilometres (27 mi) from Shimla and 45 kilometres (28 mi) from Solan. It is known for its salubrious beauty and virgin
forests. The Chail Palace is well known for its architecture: the palace was
built as summer retreat by the Maharaja of
Patiala during
the British Raj, on the land allotted to him by the British for former's
assistance in the Anglo-Nepalese
War. The cricket
ground and a polo ground which is there at an altitude of 2,444 m was owned by
erstwhile royal family of Patiala. It is the world's highest cricket ground.
6.
Khajjiar, Himachal Pradesh
Khajjiar (Hindi: खज्जियार) is a hill station in Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India, located approximately 24 km from Dalhousie.[2]
Khajjiar (Hindi: खज्जियार) is a hill station in Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India, located approximately 24 km from Dalhousie.[2]
One of the 160 places in the world that bear tropical
resemblance to Switzerland, Khajjiar is situated at a height of 6500 feet and
bestowed with natural beauty and pleasant climate. Vast expanse of green
meadows and dense forests besides vistas of majestic snow-clad Himalayan peaks
make Khajjiar a popular destination among tourists. The Khajjiar Lake and
Chamera Lake add to the charm of Khajjiar.
Khajjiar is also called the Gulmarg of Himachal
Pradesh and serves as the starting point for treks to Chamba, Dalhousie and Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary among
others. Indeed, trekking is the best way to explore Khajjiar. Zorbing, which
involves rolling downhill from inside a plastic ‘zorb’, is a popular
recreational activity during April and May. With its exotic flora and
fauna, the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary is a delight for nature lovers and
wildlife photographers.
Some pictures of Khajjiar Hill station.
Mini Switzerland
On 7 July 1992, Mr. Willy T. Blazer, Vice Counselor and
Head of Chancery of Switzerland in India brought Khajjiar on the world tourism
map by calling it "Mini Switzerland". Khajjiar is among
the 160 locations in the world that bear topographical resemblance with Switzerland. The counselor also took from Khajjiar a stone which will
form part of a stone collage around the Swiss Parliament to remind the visitors
of Khajjiar as a "Mini Switzerland of India".[1]
On 7 July 1992, Mr. Willy T. Blazer, Vice Counselor and
Head of Chancery of Switzerland in India brought Khajjiar on the world tourism
map by calling it "Mini Switzerland". Khajjiar is among
the 160 locations in the world that bear topographical resemblance with Switzerland. The counselor also took from Khajjiar a stone which will
form part of a stone collage around the Swiss Parliament to remind the visitors
of Khajjiar as a "Mini Switzerland of India".[1]
For
more details about khajjiar click here.
7. Rann of Kutch.
The Great Rann of Kutch is a salt marsh in
the Thar Desert in
the Kutch
District of Gujarat, India. It is about 7500 km2 (2900 sq
miles) in area and is reputed to be one of the largest salt deserts in the
world.[2] This area has been inhabited by the Kutchi people.[3]
The Great Rann of Kutch is a salt marsh in
the Thar Desert in
the Kutch
District of Gujarat, India. It is about 7500 km2 (2900 sq
miles) in area and is reputed to be one of the largest salt deserts in the
world.[2] This area has been inhabited by the Kutchi people.[3]
This is that place where you’ll find the huge salt plains in
India. Make sure to visit at the right time (Nov-Feb) or you might show up to
find it under water. You can experience local life here and see how artisans
make traditional clothing. CN Traveler called it the new fashion capital of India.
Some
pictures of Rann of kutch.
Location
The Great Rann of Kutch, along with the Little
Rann of Kutch and the Banni grasslands on
its southern edge, is situated in the district of Kutch and comprises some
30,000 square kilometres (10,000 sq mi) between the Gulf of Kutch and
the mouth of the Indus
River in southern Pakistan. The marsh can be accessed from the
village of Kharaghoda in Surendranagar District.[4] The Great Rann of Kutch together with the Little
Rann of Kutch is called Rann of Kutch.
The Great Rann of Kutch, along with the Little
Rann of Kutch and the Banni grasslands on
its southern edge, is situated in the district of Kutch and comprises some
30,000 square kilometres (10,000 sq mi) between the Gulf of Kutch and
the mouth of the Indus
River in southern Pakistan. The marsh can be accessed from the
village of Kharaghoda in Surendranagar District.[4] The Great Rann of Kutch together with the Little
Rann of Kutch is called Rann of Kutch.
In India's summer monsoon, the flat
desert of salty clay and mudflats,
which average 15 meters above sea level. In very wet years, the wetland extends
from the Gulf of Kutch on the west through to the Gulf of Cambay on
the east.
8.
Biligiriranga Hills, Karnataka.
The Biligirirangana Hills, commonly
called BR Hills, is a hill range situated in south-eastern Karnataka, at its border with Tamil Nadu (Erode District) in South India. The area is called Biligiriranganatha Swamy
Temple Wildlife Sanctuary or simply BRT Wildlife Sanctuary. It is
a protected reserve under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. The sanctuary is home to eco-systems that are
unique to both the mountain ranges. The site was declared a tiger reserve in January 2011 by the Karnataka government, a few
months after approval from India's National Tiger Conservation Authority.
The Biligirirangana Hills, commonly
called BR Hills, is a hill range situated in south-eastern Karnataka, at its border with Tamil Nadu (Erode District) in South India. The area is called Biligiriranganatha Swamy
Temple Wildlife Sanctuary or simply BRT Wildlife Sanctuary. It is
a protected reserve under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. The sanctuary is home to eco-systems that are
unique to both the mountain ranges. The site was declared a tiger reserve in January 2011 by the Karnataka government, a few
months after approval from India's National Tiger Conservation Authority.
Some
pictures of BR hills.
Climate
and vegetation.
The sanctuary, ~35 km long north-south and ~15 km wide
east-west is spread over an area of 540 km2 with a wide
variation in mean temperature (9 °C to 16 °C minimum and 20 °C
to 38 °C maximum) and annual rainfall (600 mm at the base and
3000 mm at the top of the hills) The hill ranges, within the sanctuary
raise as high as 1200 m above the basal plateau of 600 m and run
north-south in two ridges. The broad range of climatic conditions along with
the altitude variations within the small area of the sanctuary have translated
it into a highly heterogeneous mixture of habitats such that we find almost all
major forest vegetation types – scrub, deciduous, riparian.
The sanctuary, ~35 km long north-south and ~15 km wide
east-west is spread over an area of 540 km2 with a wide
variation in mean temperature (9 °C to 16 °C minimum and 20 °C
to 38 °C maximum) and annual rainfall (600 mm at the base and
3000 mm at the top of the hills) The hill ranges, within the sanctuary
raise as high as 1200 m above the basal plateau of 600 m and run
north-south in two ridges. The broad range of climatic conditions along with
the altitude variations within the small area of the sanctuary have translated
it into a highly heterogeneous mixture of habitats such that we find almost all
major forest vegetation types – scrub, deciduous, riparian.
9.
Majuli River Island.
Mājuli or Majoli (pron:
ˈmʌʤʊlɪ)[1] is a river island in
the Brahmaputra
River, Assam and
in 2016 it became the first island to be made a district in India.[2] It had an area of 880 square kilometres
(340 sq mi) at the beginning of the 20th century,[3] but having lost significantly to erosion it covers
352 square kilometres (136 sq mi) as at 2014.[4] Majuli has shrunk as the river surrounding it has
grown.[5] Majuli is currently listed as the world's largest river
island in the Guinness Book of World Records.
So, before nature plays its role and this island disappears, pack your bags
and visit this gorgeous haven, which is also Assam’s prized possession.
Mājuli or Majoli (pron:
ˈmʌʤʊlɪ)[1] is a river island in
the Brahmaputra
River, Assam and
in 2016 it became the first island to be made a district in India.[2] It had an area of 880 square kilometres
(340 sq mi) at the beginning of the 20th century,[3] but having lost significantly to erosion it covers
352 square kilometres (136 sq mi) as at 2014.[4] Majuli has shrunk as the river surrounding it has
grown.[5] Majuli is currently listed as the world's largest river
island in the Guinness Book of World Records.
The island is formed by the Brahmaputra river
in the south and the Kherkutia Xuti, an anabranch of
the Brahmaputra, joined by the Subansiri River in
the north. Mājuli island is accessible by ferries from the city of Jorhat. The island
is about 300–400 kilometres (186–249 mi) east from the state's largest city —Guwahati. It was
formed due to course changes by the river Brahmaputra and its tributaries, mainly
the Lohit. Mājuli is the
abode of the Assamese neo-Vaishnavite culture.[6]
Majuli means ‘the land between two parallel rivers’ and,
as a matter of fact, this island was formed by the confluence of Brahmaputra
and its anabranches. However, because the mighty Brahmaputra River changes its
direction frequently, coupled with numerous erosions, Majuli Island might just
disappear in the future.
So, before nature plays its role and this island disappears, pack your bags
and visit this gorgeous haven, which is also Assam’s prized possession.
Some pictures of Majuli.
Culture.
The festival of Ali aye ligang is
celebrated during mid-February with great pomp and show. It is celebrated for
five days starting from the second Wednesday of February till the next week
(first Wednesday of fagun month ) Local dishes like purang apin (rice
wrapped in special leaves), apong (rice beer) and dishes made
of pork, fish, and chickens are served. Traditional Mising dance Gumrag Soman
is performed in every village worshiping the massive Donyi polo (mother sun and
father moon) asking for good year of harvest.
The festival of Ali aye ligang is
celebrated during mid-February with great pomp and show. It is celebrated for
five days starting from the second Wednesday of February till the next week
(first Wednesday of fagun month ) Local dishes like purang apin (rice
wrapped in special leaves), apong (rice beer) and dishes made
of pork, fish, and chickens are served. Traditional Mising dance Gumrag Soman
is performed in every village worshiping the massive Donyi polo (mother sun and
father moon) asking for good year of harvest.
Almost every person on the island is involved in the
three-day long raas festival, depicting the life of Krishna.
People from hundreds of kilometers away come to celebrate this festival
including a number of expatriate members of community. The satras have
honed positive art and craft traditions, which can now be found only here. In
Natun Samuguri Satra for example, one can still find the craft of mask-making;
and in the Kamalabari Satra the finest boats are made.
10. Mussoorie Hill Station.
Mussoorie is a hill station and
a municipal
board in the Dehradun District of
the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is
about 35 kilometres (22 mi) from the state capital of Dehradun and
290 km (180 mi) north of the national capital of New Delhi. The hill
station is in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range.
The bordering town of Landour,
which includes a military cantonment, is
considered part of 'greater Mussoorie', as are the townships of Barlowganj and
Jharipani. The pin code for Mussoorie is 248179.[2]
Mussoorie is a hill station and
a municipal
board in the Dehradun District of
the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is
about 35 kilometres (22 mi) from the state capital of Dehradun and
290 km (180 mi) north of the national capital of New Delhi. The hill
station is in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range.
The bordering town of Landour,
which includes a military cantonment, is
considered part of 'greater Mussoorie', as are the townships of Barlowganj and
Jharipani. The pin code for Mussoorie is 248179.[2]
Mussoorie is at an average altitude of
1,880 metres (6,170 ft). To the northeast are the Himalayan snow ranges,
and to the south, the Doon
Valley and Shiwalik ranges.
The second point is uppermost the original Lal Tibba in Landour, with a
height of over 2,275 metres (7,464 ft). Mussoorie is popularly known
as The Queen of the Hills.[3][4]
Some pictures of Mussoorie Hill Station.
Climate
Mussoorie has a fairly typical subtropical
highland climate (Köppen Cwb) for the mid-altitude Himalaya. Summers
are warm and very wet, with July and August averaging approximately 660
millimeters or 25.98 inches of rain per month due to orographic lift of
the very moist monsoonal air. The pre-monsoon seasons in April and May is warm
to very warm and usually dry and clear, giving way to heavy rainfall from
mid-June, while the post-monsoon season is also dry and clear but substantially
cooler. In winter, rainfall is a little more frequent than in the pre-and
post-monsoon seasons, and the general weather cool and partly cloudy. Mussoorie
usually receives a few spells of snowfall in December, January and February,
although the number of snowy days has come down in recent years due to a
grouping of local and global factors, such as deforestation, construction
activity and global warming.
Mussoorie has a fairly typical subtropical
highland climate (Köppen Cwb) for the mid-altitude Himalaya. Summers
are warm and very wet, with July and August averaging approximately 660
millimeters or 25.98 inches of rain per month due to orographic lift of
the very moist monsoonal air. The pre-monsoon seasons in April and May is warm
to very warm and usually dry and clear, giving way to heavy rainfall from
mid-June, while the post-monsoon season is also dry and clear but substantially
cooler. In winter, rainfall is a little more frequent than in the pre-and
post-monsoon seasons, and the general weather cool and partly cloudy. Mussoorie
usually receives a few spells of snowfall in December, January and February,
although the number of snowy days has come down in recent years due to a
grouping of local and global factors, such as deforestation, construction
activity and global warming.
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