Himachal Pradesh Hill Stations - Himachal Pradesh’s chief claim to fame is its hill stations that are the most picturesque getaways one can think of when the question of evading the scorching summer heat arises. TourofTajMahal.com is your indispensable e-travelogue that compiles a list of some of the major hill stations in Himachal Pradesh.

Shimla – Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, is touted as the "Queen of the Hill Stations". The popularity of Shimla as one of the major Hill Stations of Himachal Pradesh can be ascribed to the British who used it as their summer capital. The entire city is spread over a 12 km long ridge commanding the enchanting view of terraced hillsides and cultivations.

Dalhousie – Located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie has an altitude of about 2,039 meters. Spreading over five low level hills at the western edge of the Dhauladhar range, Dalhousie is made famous by its innumerable restaurants that serve anything from the Chinese to Continental and Indian dishfuls.

Manali – Manali, a small hill town within the Kullu valley, features as one of the popular Hill Stations of Himachal Pradesh. Often referred to as the "Cradle between the Lesser Himalaya", Manali’s claim to fame is verdant and refreshing natural beauty.

Dharamshala – Dharamshala boasts of one of the most spectacular settings for a hill station. Home to his holiness, Dalai Lama, Dharamshala lures tourists with scintillating views of the Kangra Valley and Shiwaliks, and of the great granite mountains. It is an enchanting place where spinning prayer wheels and fluttering prayer flags spread the message of peace and universal harmony.

Kasauli - This is the first hill station in Himachal Pradesh that you will come across as you approach the Shimla Hills. Running along the first high ridge of the Himalayan foothills is characterized by its cobble paths, gabled houses, neatly laid gardens and orchards and mixed forest abounding in Chir pine, Himalayan Oak and huge horse-chestnut.

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