MUMBAI, APRIL 14, 2022: The cool allure of India’s hills and their enduring attractions offer relief from the heat and dust of the plains during summer. Cooler temperatures, local cuisine and incredible landscapes make for a perfect getaway. Explore the buzzing favourites or find tiny hamlets tucked away from the tourist maps when you stay with Taj, VivantaandSeleQtions hotels in the hills across the country.
Discover the utopian kingdom of Sikkim with scenic Pakyong. The town offers lush paddy fields, bamboo forests and stunning view of the snowcapped Himalayas. Step into plush green acres in Darjeeling to indulge in plenty of forest treks and tea trails and marvel at the mystique of the Makaibari tea estate. Ideal for open-air enthusiasts to sip tea and laze, the hill station breathes the finest air.
With the finest panoramic view of the Dal Lake and Zabarwan Mountains, the hotel in Srinagar is a paradise rediscovered. Guests can unwind in a delightful Kashmiri high-tea experience as they take in the soothing views of the changing colours of sky and water at sunset. The hotel in Shimla is the go-to quintessential luxurious home in the hills, where travellers can indulge in various activities such as hiking to Hatu Peak, mountain bikingand strolling through apple orchards and much more.
Nestled in the heart of the rolling hills in the Nilgiris, the hotels in Ootyand Coonoor are an enchanting vacation option which ushers guests into a colonial-era lifestyle with afternoon high-tea, croquêt on the lawns and an exclusive taste of local cuisine. For more adventurous summer retreats down South, the hotels in Chikmagalur and Coorg offer a new-age experience in the lap of nature.
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