4 Best Winter Holiday Destinations in India

Winter sports activities and snowfall are two essential facets of the reputed winter holiday attractions in India. The states of Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Uttara hand are a haven for a number of ski resorts. Snowfall occurs in many regions of India from December to February and travelers visit the country until April. The Himalayan as well as Kanchenjunga peaks are snowcapped and offer incredible views. Many also have a preference for the seashores of Andaman and Goa. Here we have discussed about the top luxury holiday destinations to travel in winter in India.

1. Nainital
Nainital, a recognized winter getaway in Uttara hand, is well known for its magnificent gardens as well as beautiful lakes. The tallest summit here is Naina at 2615 m above sea level. It provides an outstanding view of the bordering town of Nainital. This hill station situated in the Kumaon Hills provides the tourists with hiking and rock climbing prospects. Visiting the other attractions in Nainital can also be enjoyable in winter. It is possible to enjoy boating at the Naini Lake, Nakuchia Lake as well as the Bhimtal Lake. The Snow View Point is regarded as the most ancient spot in Nainital and has an elevation of 2260 meters above sea level. It is actually the focal point of trekkers from October to March.

2. Mount Abu
You can take a look beyond the chilly deserts of Rajasthan by going to its one and only hill station, Mount Abu. This hill town is well-known for the pilgrimage site of the Dilwara Temple. Located in the Sirohi district, the tallest point of Mount Abu is Guru Shikar at an elevation of 1722 meters. The average temperature in the winter mornings is 9-15 degree Celsius and evenings are definitely chillier. Although heavy woolen garment are suggested, afternoons can get hotter. The bank of Nakki Lake is an excellent place to pay a visit in the afternoon. You may walk around shopping on its bank or even indulge in boating.

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3. Andaman and Nicobar beaches

Nicobar and Andaman is yet another notable tropical vacation spot in India which is worthy of visiting in winter. The islands of Andaman and Nicobar feature lagoons as well as coral reefs. Voyaging, angling and swimming are some of the adventures that vacationers will appreciate here. Port Blair is the capital city and its harbor is well-known for the exotic New Year parties. The luxurious accommodations, seafood as well as beach sporting activities would surely intensify the pleasure of your getaway on the Havelock Island and Barren Island. Additional points of interest of Andaman and Nicobar are the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve, the migratory birds as well as the flora and fauna.

4. Gulmarg
Gulmarg is India’s best recommended ski destination that attracts visitors from across the globe. The snow does not melt here until June. Gulmarg is best reachable from Srinagar. The ski slopes of Gulmarg links Tangmarg village and requires around half an hour. Apart from skiing, one more appeal of Gulmarg is the gondola or cable car. It bears the distinction of turning out to be the world’s highest cable car linking as much as 3979 meters above sea level. It is possible to make it to the Kongdori Valley with the cable car trip after which you can take a hike to Mount Afarwat which rests at an altitude of 4200 meters.

If you have already visited the top holiday winter destinations in India and contemplate to travel further to any other exotic country for enjoying your holidays,

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