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13 Hill Stations Near Jaipur For an Exciting Holidays

April 2, 2020 by admin

The regal aura of Jaipur is famous all across the world and you can feel it while you sightsee Jaipur but if you are someone who wishes to absorb the charismatic beauty of hills near Jaipur to rejuvenate your minds and find an escape from your monotonous schedule, then here is an article regarding the best hill stations near Jaipur.

Mountains of India are without a doubt just so paradisiacal that it refreshes your mind and soothes your souls. The eye-striking sunset sights, entrancing greenery all around, architecturally beautified ancient temples, ambrosial water bodies and the stunning sight of mountains will make you go crazy and enjoy to the fullest. Seeking peace in the womb of Himalayas or wandering around the bewildering beauty of Aravalis, the options are many, you just need to look into it.

If you are planning your vacations to the hill stations near Jaipur and do not have any idea about it, you can definitely contact us for more information. We can plan your 2-3 days escape to mountains or even 7-8 days itinerary also. Just contact us and let us help you a bit.

Also, Read, These 5 Wildlife Sanctuaries In Jaipur You may wanna explore

 

Here is a list of top 13 Hill stations near Jaipur for an Enchanting Holiday Experience

1. Mount Abu:

Mount Abu

The most famous tourist destination and one of the favorite hill station in Rajasthan. Mount Abu is one of that tourist destination that attract thousands of tourists mostly from Rajasthan and Gujarat. Mount Abu is popularly famous for Dilwara Jain temple- a stunning masterpiece of architecture.

In the center of the city lies a beautiful lake Nakki, which is a center of attraction in Mount Abu, you can enjoy a relaxing boating session with a sight of striking sunset sitting amidst the lake. Being a hill station of Rajasthan, there are several sunsets points located in Mount Abu where you can enjoy the view of sunrise and sunsets from those points. It’s also a beautiful and famous honeymoon destination of Rajasthan surrounded by lush greenery.

 

2. Kasauli:

Kasauli

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Kasauli is a hill station located in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh. It was a cantonment, developed by British Raj in 1842. Located in the mid of Shivalik Range, the place is a famous hub for an adventurous trek, honeymoon destination and weekend short trips. You should visit Kasauli from July to September month, the tourist comes in huge number during this time. The evergreen blossoming flowers make the environment refreshing with their fragrance in the air. Still an untouched beauty of Himachal, Kasauli never disappoints anyone from newlywed couples to solo travelers, it offers a delightful experience to every visitor.

 

3. Ranakpur:

Ranakpur

 

Ranakpur is a beautiful town nestled between the hills of Aravali, situated in Pali district, some 96 km away from Udaipur city. This astonishing hill station holds an important place for the Jain community due to its famous Ranakpur Jain temples, a very pivotal pilgrimage site for Jains. The place has the number of ancient temples whose architectural beauty never fails to mesmerize its visitors.

Surrounded by lush green mountains, the place offers an enrapturing vision. If you are planning to visit there, go to winters, it’s a perfect time to visit this beautiful hill station. You can plan to visit Ranakpur by hiring a car or taxi as the sightseeing sites en-route are really beautiful and also the distance of Ranakpur from Jaipur is only 360 km.

 

4. Mussoorie:

Mussoorie

 

The queen of hills, Mussorie is one of the most famous hill stations for its scenic beauty in India. It is located at the lower slop of Garhwal Himalayan Range at height of 7000 ft. The Beauty of Mussoorie gives a whole different kind of experience, its natural beauty can make you fall in love with this place.

Various viewpoints, trekking trails, beautiful temples are the major things to cover in Mussorie. The famous Kempty fall is here, apart from this there are many other waterfalls located here. If you are a sucker for mountain trips and just love to spend your nights in cold chilly weather with a view of snow-capped mountains, then you can definitely plan your Mussorie trip from Jaipur in winters, otherwise, summers give pleasant weather. Mussoorie is about 550 km far from Jaipur.

 

5. Nanital:

Nainital-india

 

Situated amidst the Kumaon Ranges of Himalayan, the beautiful hill station of Uttarakhand is one of the most touristy places in India. It is also known as the city of lakes and the famous Naini lake lies in the heart of the city. The great thing about Nanital is that you can travel the place at any time, in any season.

The weather remains pleasant throughout the year. Don’t miss out visiting Naina Devi temple, Hanuman Garhi, Tibetan markets, when in Nainital. Boating In Naini lake and picturesque view from tiffin top is the must-to-do thing in Nainital. From Jaipur, Nanital is 592 km. far, it will take some 10 hours of journey by car or bus.

 

6. Dehradun:

Dehradun

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The charming hill station of Dehradun is surrounded by Siwalik Range on one side and Himalayas on the other side. Dehradun has some prominent institutes of India namely Indian Military Academy, the Forest Research Institute Museum and Wildlife Institute of India.

Dehradun is one of the nearest hill station from Jaipur, only 542 km distance away. The best time to visit the enchanting beauty of Dehradun is during the months of March to June. There are many beautiful places to cover in Dehradun such as Tapkeshwar Temple, Buddhist Monastery and much more. There is one famous Rajaji National Park also if you are a wildlife enthusiast.

 

7. Rishikesh:

rishikesh

 

The position of Rishikesh marked on the World Map is enough to signify how beautiful and important it is as a tourist destination of India. The place is a magnet for all genres of travelers, a spiritual site for the old-aged group and an adventurous spot for the solo, family and friends groups traveling. Rishikesh is an abode to numerous yoga retreat centers, meditation centers, and ashrams.

The most attractive thing about Rishikesh is the gushing Ganga River through the city which attracts all the spiritual seekers from India and around the globe. The best things to do in Rishikesh are white-water rafting, and trekking & hiking the mountains. Soaking yourself in the spiritual vibes during Arti is another level tranquil vibe. The stunning scenic view in the lap of Himalayas is all that Rishikesh offers to its visitors.

 

8. Chail:

Chail

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Chail is situated in the Himalayas and is 599 kilometers away from Jaipur. It was a summer capital town for Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala who had ruled in ancient days from 1900 to 1938. The reason why Chail is famous is that the place has the Highest Cricket Ground in the world which attracts cricket enthusiasts from around the world to visit the place.

Not only that, Chail still retains its ancient culture and stands at par with the expectations of visitors. The best time to visit Chail is from April to June. The forest cover of Chail is densely covered with Deodar Forests which is spread like infinity. The forest cover of the place offers various opportunities for hikes and treks.

 

9. Auli:

Auli

 

The distance between Auli and Jaipur is around 640 kilometers. It is a one-stop destination for people who crave ski-resorts. Winters in Auli are no less than heaven where all the peaks are neatly covered in layers of white snow offering one spectacular sight. The well-chiseled peaks of Auli are just perfect sights.

The place also offers a sight of Nanda Devi, which is the second-highest peak. You can indulge yourself in hikes, treks and go up and down Auli by Cable Car and also initiate a conversation with the International community.

 

10. Dhanaulti:

Dhanaulti

 

In the list of top destinations situated in Uttarakhand, Dhantauli is emerging as a new popular travel destination due to its peaceful serene environment.

The most striking thing is that the place is far away from crowded urban lifestyle and pollution, which makes it clean, green and fresh. You can relax and spend some quality time at the weekend. This is not less than a magical place, the tall towering trees of deodar, oak, and velvety rhododendrons cover the whole region. In winter it all gets covered by snow and trees covered in snow in the lap of Himalayas are just breathtaking. It has some famous trekking trails that lead you to the 3 shaktipeeths of the holy Devi Darshan triangle that includes Surkanda Devi, Chandrabadni and Kunjapuri.

The place is 576 km from Jaipur and you can reach there by flight to Delhi/Dehradun or hire a taxi.

 

11. Almora:

Almora

 

One more beautiful destination in Uttarakhand, Almora is famous for its natural beauty and cultural diversity. The whole region is surrounded by oak and pine trees.

The mesmerizing beauty of Almora attracts and allures tourists from every corner of India. Back in the time, Amora was established as a capital city of Kumaon Kingdom. The rich culture, handicrafts and delicious food of here make it more attractive and famous. You can trek, shop and enjoy delicious cuisine in Almora. The favorable to go there is from September to November and is 671 km from Pink city.

 

12. Ranikhet:

Ranikhet-india

 

According to Legends, the Queen Padmini of Kumaon was dazzled with this small Utopia and King Sudhardev built a palace for her and named it Ranikhet(The Queen’s field).

Located amidst the Kumaon Range and surrounded by dark forest, the place is an evergreen tourist destination.  The place is 673 km from Jaipur, Ranikhet express is the best transportation medium to reach there.

 

13. Narkanda:

Narkanda

 

A beautiful hill station Narkanda is located 60 km far from Shimla. It’s an ideal place for people to relax and escape from noisy city life. Situated at a height of 2700 meters which offers a perfect picture view of splendid Himalaya. Narkanda is also known for peach and apple plantations.

Walking ib the dark forest is a different kind of experience that you can AVAIL in Narkanda.  In winter the place turns into a wonderland with snow everywhere that turns it into many ski resorts that again attract lost of tourists for skiing. The distance from Jaipur is around 666 km and the favorable time to go there is from November to February.

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