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North India Hills Packages
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Kasauli
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An
ideal resort surrounded by scented Pine and Deodar forests.
It was once the summer resort of the Maharaja of Patiala.
It is located on a wooded spur and it overlooks the Satluj
Valley. Shimla and Kasauli are also visible and at night
the scene of twinkling lights of Shimla looks charming
and seems like the part of the starlit sky.
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77
km. from Kalka, at an altitude of 2,107 metres. Kasauli
is a charming and quiet place for relaxation. It is a
little town with dainty English Cottages set in gardens
spilling with flowers, easy and beautiful paths and old
fashioned shops. This town seems frozen in time. If you
are an ardent birdwatcher then Kasauli is your paradise.
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Located
in the Kumaon Region of the state of Uttaranchal, the
hill resort of Kausani stands high at an altitude of 1890
m above sea level. Kausani claim to fame rests greatly
on the fact that Gandhiji spent some time here in 1929,
soon after his release from prison. He stayed at the Anasakti
Ashram, where he explored Anasakti Yoga and was fulsome
in his praise.
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| Manali |
Mussoorie
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Manali,
one of Himachal's best known hill-stations, is a great
destination for those who love the hills. 40 kms. away
from Kulu to the north, Manali is situated near the end
of the valley on the National Highway leading to Leh.
Manali is a wonderful holiday destination ideal for a
family vacation, a honeymoon or on your own. There is
plenty to do in the hill station of Manali for all age
groups.
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Popularly
known as the Queen of Hills, this charming hill station,
34 kms from Dehradun is situated at an altitude of 2003
mts in the Garhwal hills. Mussoorie is one the beautiful
hill stations in India and the most frequently visited.
It provides excellent respite to people who want relief
from the hot sultry conditions of the plains, especially
since it is close enough to the capital to make just weekend
trip.
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Nestled
in the Uttaranchal Himalayas, Nainital is one of northern
Indian oldest and perhaps most popular hill resorts. A
convenient getaway from the plains of northern India,
Nainital is named after the Naini Tal or lake, shaped
like the eye, which lies in the centre of the town. "NAINITAL"
was founded in the year 1841 by Mr. P. Barron, a European
merchant and an enthusiastic hunter from Rosa, near Shahjahanpur.
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| Ranikhet |
Shimla
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Almora |
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Often
called the 'Dev Bhoomi' or the land of the Gods, Rishikesh
is cut into two halfs by the Ganges river. Long known
as a pilgrimage centre with lots of Temples, Ashrams and
abode of worshipping sadhus, rafting in the white water
of Ganga near Rishikesh has added another dimension to
this holy city.
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Shimla,
was the Summer capital of India under British rule. Presently,
it is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla is
one of the most popular hill stations in India. The hill
station was referred to as the 'Queen of Hills'. Shimla
is situated on a central ridge with peaks, seven in all,
towering over it, has all of that old world charms that
one can think of.
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Almora
is a peaceful little town where the evenings are cool,
the views panoramic and the ambience perfect for a quiet
break from big-city bustle. There's plenty to do in Almora-
wander past lovely old houses and churches, such as the
Budden Memorial Church- which stand, reminders of British
days, all across town.
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| Binsar |
Dalhousie
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Binsar
was the ancient capital of the Chand Raj kings who ruled
in the 7th and 8th centuries. Here, King Kalyan built
the temple of Shiva, also known as Bineswar. The temple
holds much significance for the devout. Outside Binsar,
the temple complex of Jageshwar (34 km from Almora), nestles
in a beautiful valley, crested by majestic deodars.
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Built
around five hills, Dalhousie is located on the western
edge of the Dhauladhar mountain range of the Himalayas.
Offering spectacular views, this hill station really takes
one away from the noise of the metros and towns. This
summer retreat offers gateway to Chamba hills, where tourists
can also enjoy visiting Kalatop-Khajjiar Trail, Punjpula,
Palace, and Chamera Dam trail. Few kms.
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Once
a British hill resort, this sleepy little hill town revived
with the influx of Tibetan refugees after Chinese occupation
in 1959. The Dalai Lama set up his temporary residence
at McLeodganj. Many western visitors have come to Dharamshala
in search of spiritual guidance and an audience with the
Dalai Lama. In McLeodganj, the Tibetans run most of the
hotels and restaurants as well as handicrafts shops.
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| Leh |
Mukteshwar
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Palampur |
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A
hill station, Leh, the headquarters of Ladakh (in Jammu
and Kashmir), should definitely rank as one of India's
greatest mountain escapes. The beauty of Leh- and of Ladakh
as such- is incomparable, and no other place can quite
match the deep cloudless blue skies here, the barren,
multi-coloured mountains, the jewel-like lakes and the
ancient Buddhist gompas (monasteries) of Ladakh.
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Uttaranchal's
Kumaon Hills are dotted with any number of gorgeous hill
stations, each with its own special charm and easy accessibility.
One such splendid hill resort is Mukteshwar, 2,300 m,
a secluded retreat blessed with pleasant weather and heart-stopping
vistas of the Himalayas. The town of Mukteshwar is associated
with a legend of Shiva who gifted immortality or `mukti'
to a demon that he slew.
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Palampur
is a gorgeous hill station in India's Kangra Valley pristine
beauty and enchanting surroundings…a town that entices
you to a getaway at any time of the year. The monsoons
are a spectacular time to be here… when the Bundla
River crashes down the Neughal Khad in a mighty waterfall…when
countless little brooks and streams burst forth.
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