Indian summer can be rigid, and when AC is not enough, the hill trip is best survived. But instead of general tourist destinations, why not know some hidden gems? This time, we are bringing you a unique list of offbeat hill stations to India to travel with your family in April and May. See the list of hill stations for Perfect Summer Gateway.
Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
Tawang is one of the best hill stations in India, and sometimes, it surprises visitors with summer snowfall! Even in April and May, you can still find snow patches in this beautiful city. There are many places to find in Tawang, such as the famous Tawang Math, the largest in India, and the Eagle’s Nest Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can see rare red pandas. You can also go surprising Sela Pass, which is also covered in snow in May. The weather here remains chili, in which the temperature ranges from 5 ° C to 15 ° C. Don’t forget to try local Tibetan food when you are here!
Munnar, Kerala
Munnar is more than just a tea lover’s heaven; There is a lot to offer it. If you go in April and May, you can be lucky to see rare Neelkurinji flowers, which bloom once every 12 years, leaving a fragrance behind that smells like chocolate! You can pursue the Kolukkumalai tea estate, the most biological tea plantation in the world, or stunning waterfalls such as Atukal and Lakkam. The weather in Munnar is pleasant, between 15 ° C and 25 ° C. For adventurous fans, the most in South India, a trek for anonymous peak, is a required.
Auli, Uttarakhand
Skiing is usually a winter activity, but Auli is different! Thanks to artificial snowcings, you can still enjoy skiing here in the beginning of April. In addition to skiing, Auli has more to detect, such as the ride of Asia’s longest cable car from Joshimath or to spot India’s second largest peak Nanda Devi in a clear morning. The temperature in Auli between April and May ranges from 7 ° C to 20 ° C. You can really try to set up camps under the wiring sky for magical experience.
Chikmagalore, Karnataka
Chikmagalur is like heaven for coffee lovers, with the fresh aroma of coffee filling the air, especially in the morning. While living here, you can go to a coffee plantation, go to the highest peak of Mulayenagiri, Karnataka, or rafting on the Bhadra River. The weather is lighter in Chikmagalur, making it perfect for external activities. If you are a wildlife lover, do not remember a safari in the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary to present tigers, leopards and elephants.
Jerkoud, Tamil Nadu
Yercaud is a peaceful hill station that is beautiful as cheap, clean and more crowded sites. There are a lot of activities to enjoy here, such as boating on a silent Yarcoud lake, searching for the mysterious bear cave (a runaway path for Tipu Sultan), or visiting the pagoda point for a visible sunrise scene. The cool and blurred weather makes Yogarcoud an ideal migration from heat heat. In addition, do not forget to try locally developed oranges, which are famous for their unique taste.
Peling, Sikkim
Peling looks like a dream, especially in the early morning when clouds float between houses such as fog waves. There are many places to come here, including stunning Khechopalry Lake, which is considered holy, and India’s first glass skywalk, which offers thrilling views of the mountains. Fresh hill wind and peaceful environment survives an ideal summer. You can also visit the 17th -century Rubants ruins for a glimpse of the history of Sikkim.
Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Mount Abu is the best place to avoid Rajasthan’s unbearable desert heat. While living here, you can admire the complex carvings of the Dilwara temples, known for their amazing marble work, or can see a magical sunset from the Guru Shikhar, the highest peak in Rajasthan. The cool climate and visible beauty makes it a brilliant summer retreat. You can also ride a boat on the Nakki lake, which is a quiet place surrounded by hills.
If the summer heat is to handle too much, it is a refreshing escape time! Whether you want to rest in a hill station filled with coffee fragrance, experience skiing in April, or look at clouds floating around you, there is an ideal destination that is waiting for you. Leave the crowded tourist spots and find out these beautiful, low-known places on this April and May.
