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Shillong is a hill station in northeast India and capital of the state of Meghalaya. The capital city of the State as well as the District headquarter of East Khasi Hills District. Shillong is the only hill station in the country that is accessible from all sides.

Shillong is a beautiful hill station located at the height of 1496 meters. It is also called ‘ Scotland of the East ' due to its striking similarity with the Scottish highlands. 

The romantic city of Shillong is one of the important tourist destinations in the northeast. Its breathtaking views attract tourists from all over the world.

Being located in the wettest state in India, Shillong’s climate is highly affected by the frequent showers throughout the summers, monsoons and autumn seasons. 

The summer temperature during the months between April and June rarely goes beyond 25 degrees Celsius with frequent rains that make the climate pleasant.

Once inhabited by tribal people, Shillong is presently home to citizens who are conscious about fashion, rock music and food. All this is reflected in every nook and cranny of the city. Easy access, warm people and a lot to experience are what Shillong offers tourists coming to this beautiful destination in Meghalaya.

The places to visit in Shillong are the Elephant falls, Shillong peak (the highest point of the state), Shillong Golf Course, Wards Lake and Don Bosco Centre of Indigenous Culture. Shillong is one of the most civilized towns of Meghalaya.

By Air

The nearest airport to the hill station is the Umroi Airport near Barapani, which is about 25 kilometres away. This has limited connectivity with other cities. The nearest major airport that is well-connected with multiple cities across India is in Guwahati, which is about 125 kilometres away.

By Train

Guwahati is the nearest railway station, around 100 km away. From station you can hire a taxi to Shillong. Guwahati is well-connected to all major railway stations of India.

By Bus

The government of Shillong and Meghalaya provides good number of buses to and from Guwahati bus station. One can get down at this bus station and get a bus to Shillong. Its around 3 hours drive from Guwahati to Shillong. there are share taxis available at every spot.

MOUNT ABU

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MOUNT ABU

Mount Abu is a well known hill-station in Rajasthan state of western India, located in Sirohi district, Being a popular holiday destination the place is well connected to rest of the country.

Mount Abu is home to a number of tourist attractions from natural beauty to historical and architectural places, The world famous tourist destination is known for its Delwara Jain temples and natural beauty world over, situated amidst lush green forested hills on the highest peak in the Aravali range is also the summer capital for the Indian state of Rajasthan.

The historical Achalgarh fort, built in the 14th century by Rana Kumbha of Mewar. It encloses several beautiful Jain temples, including the Achaleswar Mahadev Temple (1412) and the Kantinath Temple (1513).

Heart of the city Nakki Lake, is another popular visitor attraction of Mount Abu. There is the Toad Rock on a hill near the lake. Raghunath Temple and Maharaja Jaipur Palace are also on hills near Nakki Lake.

The mountain is also home to several Hindu temples, including the Adhar Devi Temple, carved out of solid rock; the Shri Raghunathji Temple; and a shrine and temple to Dattatreya built atop the Guru Shikhar peak.

 The world headquarters of the Brahma Kumari order of lady renunciates is also located here, as is the World Spiritual University of the same denomination.

There is also believed to be a footprint of Vishnu on top of Mount Abu. The Durga temple, Ambika Mata Temple lies in a cleft of rock in Jagat, just outside of Mount Abu.

The adventure activities in Mount Abu are trekking, rock climbing, rappelling, wildlife and bird watching. If you are a nature enthusiast then spend time in studying flora of Mount Abu as also tribal culture. Mount Abu has many wildlife observing paths and view points such as Trevor’s Tank, Devangan Valley, Salgaon Watch Tower, Tiger Path, Kodra Dam, Gaumukh, Cragis point etc.

Mt. Abu is a place, that can simply not be defined in words; it needs to be seen, felt, experienced.

By Rail

Abu Road is the nearest railway station just 28 KM from the main city, Which is very well connected by rail routes to New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Mumbai. From Abu Road you can opt for state transport service (usually every hour) or Taxis on both sharing and private basis.

By Air:

The nearest airport is Udaipur at a distance of 185 km, But Ahmedabad is having better connectivity and daily flights with other parts of the country and is just 221 KM from Mount Abu.
By Road

 Mount Abu is well connected by road with major cities of the country, Many government run (Rajasthan State Transport Corporation) buses operate from nearby cites to Mount Abu. In addition to a number of state transport buses, many private buses ply regularly to this hill station.

DALHOUSIE

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DALHOUSIE

Dalhousie is the most popular hill stations in Chamba district of  Himachal Pradesh state, Dalhousie is well-known for its natural beauty and pleasant climate. It is situated between 6,000 and 9,000 feet and is surrounded by scenic snow-capped peaks.

Dalhousie is named after Lord Dalhousie the British governor-General who established the town as a popular summer retreat.

 The town was established in 1854 by the British and is located at the western ranges of the Himalayas at an average elevation of 1,970 meters above sea level.

 The town is still exemplary of neatly planned streets and colonial era architecture of the buildings that are a marvel to witness amidst the lush green surroundings and snow capped peaks of the Himalayas. Here’s the list of the best places you can visit in Dalhousie

Dalhousie is also an ideal place for adventure activities and shopping freaks. Some of the well known places around here are Central Park, Dainkund Peak, KhajjiarLake, Panch Pulla, Satdhara Falls, Bhuri Singh Museum and Rang Mahal.

Dalhousie is also a gateway to the nearby town of Chamba which is again a picturesque tourist location. The above-mentioned places are the best of the various attractions Dalhousie has to offer and are not to be missed.

By Air

While Dalhousie does not have its own airport, cities close to this hill-station do have one. The closest domestic airport is in Pathankot which is just 75 kilometres away from Dalhousie but is connected to New Delhi only. The second nearest airport is Gaggal airport which is in the Kangra district and is approximately 140 kilometres away from the town. The airport is well-connected to both domestic and international cities.

By Train

 Pathankot’s Chakki Bank railhead is the nearest railway station from Dalhousie (approximately71 kilometres). Many superfast, deluxe and express trains are well linked with most of the Indian cities including Jammu, Delhi, Jaipur, Bhatinda, Ahmedabad and Jodhpur.

By Bus

Many deluxe, semi-sleeper, luxury and Volvo buses run from ISBT New Delhi covering a distance of approximately 590 kilometres. Most of the buses stop by the roadside dhabas and eateries. A lot of private companies, Himachal Road Transport Corporation and Haryana Road Transport Corporation run buses to Dalhousie.

HADIMBA DEVI TEMPLE

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MANALI

Hidimbi Devi Temple, also known variously as the Hadimba Temple, is located in Manāli, a hill station in the State of Himāchal Pradesh in north India.

Hadimba Devi Temple is dedicated to the wife of Bhim, one of the five Pandava brothers in the Indian epic Mahabharata. As the legend goes, Bhim married Hadimba and they had a son. Later on, Hadimba left the place and became a spiritual.

The people later erected a temple in her respect, known as Hadimba Temple. The temple is in pagoda style and comprises no idol within, albeit, some footprints are engraved and are worshiped by devotees.

The temple is also known for a fair held every year in Hindi month of Sravan in the memory of Raja Bahadur Singh, who built the temple. The fair is popularly known as Bahadur Singh Re Jatar among locals.

 There is another fair too which is held on 14th May each year in the celebration of birthday of Hadimba Devi. Women around and from Dhungri forest come and celebrates this fair with music and dance.

Inside the temple, there is a 3 inch tall brass image representing goddess Hadimba Devi. There is a shrine which is dedicated to Ghatotkacha (son of Bhima-Hadimba) and is located just about 70 metres from the temple.

The best time to visit the temple is during May when it organises the three day Hidimba Devi Festival. This festival attracts devotees from all over the world and features colourful folk dance performances.

By Air

Bhuntar is the nearest airport from Manali at a distance of 50 km. There is an availability of taxi services as well to Manali from Bhuntar that will cost  nearly Rs 1000 . By air, Bhuntar is well-connected to Delhi. Delhi is the nearest airport that is at a distance of 565 km from Manali. The airport is connected with major cities in India and several cities abroad.

By Rail

Manali is the nearest railway station which is connected to mostly all the stations.

By Road

Manali is connected majorly to all the nearby tourist destinations in Himachal via private bus services. State owned services are available too connecting it to other cities.

MANALI

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MANALI

Manali is one of the most beautiful towns in the Kullu Valley of the State of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated near the northern end of the Kullu Valley.

Manali is a paradise for nature lovers and peace seekers. This picturesque hill station is located at a height of around 2000 metres, in the state of Himachal Pradesh.

Manali is known for its breathtakingly beautiful landscape, created by deep gorges, soaring mountains, lush valleys and gushing rivers.

Manali is a beautiful destination that offers different charms in all seasons. Summers witness Manali turning into an escape from the blistering heat of the plains, while winters dress the town in a graceful garb of white snow.

Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India’s northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination.

Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley

Manali is a beautiful destination with plenty to offer, but the climatic conditions make some part of the year win over the others.

The best time to visit Manali is usually between the summer and autumn months from May through October, barring the monsoon season which arrive in July and August when rainfall perpetuates landslides.

The summer months of May and June receive maximum tourist influx in Manali and is a great time for trekking/hiking, paragliding, mountain sports, rafting and zorbing.

The Hadimba Devi Temple also hosts the Hadimba Devi Festival in the month of May, attracting a number of devoted pilgrims to its doors. 

By Air

Manali does not have an airport of its own and the nearest airport is at Bhuntar (KUU Bhuntar Aiport), near Kullu and is 50 kms, and 40 minutes away from Manali. Airlines connecting Manali from Delhi, Mumbai are Kingfisher Airlines and Indian Airlines.

By Train

The nearest railhead to Manali is on the narrow gauge line at Joginder Nagar 95 kms away. The Joginder Nagar Railway Station is well connected to all other Indian cities via Chandigarh.

By Bus

Manali is well connected with direct bus services from all cities of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. the closest distance from some cities is as follows: Kullu is 40 km, Shimla- 257 km, Chandigarh- 288 km, Delhi- 543 km, Pathankot- 299 km and Dharamshala- 217 km.