Hill Stations in North-East India

Hill stations of North-East India display nature in the purest form, the original beauty created by the Almighty resides here. These hill stations have natural beauty in abundance. They are far away from hustle bustle and pollution. Hill stations of the North-east offer vacations of a lifetime, one that lasts till eternity and memories that bring a smile to your face. Spend holidays amidst the lush green valleys and snow-clad mountains. The hill stations of the north-east are truly bountiful. The mjor hill stations are namely :

Gangtok
Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim is an enchanting tourist destination. Ideally located in the heavenly Himalayas, Gangtok is the perfect amalgamation of tradition and modernity. The lofty hills in Gangtok are truly mesmerizing. Gangtok is beautiful, so much so that the place seems to exist only in fairy tales and story books. Prayer flags whipping in the breeze, wheels spinning in the hands of the Lamas, snow settling in the middle of the streets, silk, silver, spices and jewellery capturing the tourists' hearts ­ experience all this and much more on your Gangtok tour.

Pasighat
Pasighat is the oldest town of Arunachal Pradesh. It is fondly known as the 'gateway of the Arunachal Pradesh'. The place derived the name 'Pasighat' from the word 'Pasis' which is tribe of the region. Pasighat is beautiful hill-station situated at the East Siang District. Several attractions in near vicinity are equally sort after by local tourists and tourists from abroad.

Shillong
Hooked at a height of 1,496 meters, Shillong is fondly known as the 'Scotland of East'. Nature has been partial when it comes to Shillong. Pine trees, waterfalls, mountain streams, lakes and gorges come together to make Shillong a paradise for nature lovers. Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya, has grown tremendously in terms of everything – culture, size, beliefs, traditions and economy.

Ziro
Ziro is a mesmerizing town surrounded by beautiful pine-clad low hills on all sides. Elevated to an altitude of 5754 feet above the sea level, this town is located in Arunachal Pradesh. The area is fondly known as Apatani Plateau and popular for fish and paddy culture. Nature exists in its best form here. Serene rivers namely Apatani, Subansiri, Miri, Dafla, and Nishi add to the picture perfectness of the area.

Pelling
Pelling, the scenic hill station of Sikkim is located 2,085 meters above the sea level. Pelling is known for offering splendid views of the snow-clad Khangchendzonga mountains. Located much above the hills covered by forests, these rocky hills are covered by clouds and snow. The history, natural beauty and traditional culture of the place pulls holiday makers here.

Tawang
Hooked at an elevation of 10,000 feet above the sea level, Tawang is a famous town in Arunachal Pradesh. The lovely town offers panoramic views of huge mountains, beautiful valleys, waterfalls and lakes which are a part of its surrounding. While in Tawang, travellers will be fascinated to see the beautiful lakes around.

Along Along is an arresting valley endowed with natural beauty. It is the headquarters of the West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. It is situated 150 kilometers away from Likabali, the border of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. read more...	Pasighat Pasighat is the oldest town of Arunachal Pradesh. It is fondly known as the 'gateway of the Arunachal Pradesh'. The place derived the name 'Pasighat' from the word 'Pasis' which is tribe of the region. read more...
Tawang Hooked at an elevation of 10,000 feet above the sea level, Tawang is a famous town in Arunachal Pradesh. The lovely town offers panoramic views of huge mountains, beautiful valleys, waterfalls and lakes read more...	Ziro Ziro is a mesmerizing town surrounded by beautiful pine-clad low hills on all sides. Elevated to an altitude of 5754 feet above the sea level, this town is located in Arunachal Pradesh. The area is fondly known as Apatani Plateau ead more...
Darjeeling (Near Sikkim) Mention Darjeeling and it evokes many images- Queen of the Hills, lush green tea gardens, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, sturdy Gorkhas and amazing views of Mt. Kanchenjunga. Going beyond these images read more...	Mirik (Near Sikkim) Mirik, a hill station amidst the mountains, is located 52 kilometers off Siliguri. The hill town has plenty of orange orchards, tea estates and cardamom plantations. It is a peaceful place enveloped by flowers and forests. read more...
Gangtok Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim is an enchanting tourist destination. Ideally located in the heavenly Himalayas, Gangtok is the perfect amalgamation of tradition and modernity. The lofty hills in Gangtok are truly mesmerizing. read more...	Kalimpong Kalimpong is elevated to an altitude of 1,250 meters with Darjeeling and Gangtok neighboring it. There are three meanings attached to the name Kalimpong – First, it means the place where the local tribesmen assembled read more...
Pelling Pelling, the scenic hill station of Sikkim is located 2,085 meters above the sea level. Pelling is known for offering splendid views of the snow-clad Khangchendzonga mountains. Located much above the hills covered by forests, read more...	Halflong Haflong is located at a height of 680 meters above the sea level. Dimashi language is spoken in this region of Assam. Haflong means 'White Ants Hillock' in the native language. Nature that exists in its purest read more...
Umrongso Umrongso is situated on the borders of Assam. The hill station is merely 112 kilometers off Haflong. The North Cacher Hills region forms a natural and beautiful backdrop of the hill station. In order to enjoy your journey upto Umrongso read more...	Shillong Do you love to see the floating clouds carrying water to shower on you, step into the land of Meghalaya. The literal meaning of the term Meghalaya is the 'abode of clouds'. How aptly the land has been named. read more...