Winter is here! It’s time to take a break from hectic city life and wander around the snow-capped valleys of India. Though most of the hill stations are heavily crowded by tourist, here are my recommendations for perfect escape into nature.
Frozen waterfall, Drang, Kashmir
Kashmir is getting ready for the winter season. Throughout the Kashmir valley, several lakes, rivers, water features, and waterfalls are entirely frozen. Due to the subzero conditions, the famous Drang waterfall near Gulmarg becomes entirely frozen. Hundreds of visitors come to the waterfall to view the things that are only shown in movies.
Igloo stay, Manali, Himachal Pradesh
The first igloo house in Manali was built in January 2021 and has already gained popularity.You have the chance to go on a wild adventure. You can choose to spend a night in an igloo or combine it with skiing activities. Each igloo is available on a twin-sharing basis. There is only one thing to bear in mind: small parties should travel together because there isn't much room for big ones. In addition, the cost of the igloo house in Manali is reasonable for the unique experience you'll have there.
Ice Café, Leh, ladakh
Ladakh is now home to India's first natural ice cafe, and all we can say is take our money! Imagine sipping on a cup of hot, boiling chai while surrounded by thick ice in the magnificent Himalayas. Right, that sounds like a dream. Okay, not any longer. The Ice Cafe is a restaurant that is situated on the Manali-Leh route at a height of 14,000 feet. It was made by a natural process during the winter.
Trek to Kheerganga Hot spring, Himachal Pradesh
In the Parvati valley of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, Kheerganga (Kheer Ganga) provides a mystical trek into the woods and is a blessed home for Natural Sulphur Hot Water Springs. The Parvati River and the Lahaul Spiti Glacier can both be seen beautifully from the valley. The valley resonates with the magical power of nature and has a lot to offer visitors. There are several interesting places to visit along the trek's route, including a Shiv Temple, the Rudra Naag Waterfall, and numerous intriguing rock formations.
Skiing, Yumthang valley, Sikkim
Yumthang Valley, which is encircled by imposing mountains, is situated 134 kilometers from Gangtok, the nation's capital. The valley is endowed with slopes that allow visitors to go skiing. It offers fantastic adventures to skiers and thrill-seekers from all over the world. To provide visitors with an interesting skiing experience, the Sikkim Mountaineering Association (SMA) conducts skiing in the valley. Additionally, both novices and professionals can enjoy the sport and pick it up quickly.
Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, Chopta, Uttrakhand
The Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary is located not far from the Chopta. Additionally, it is referred to as the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary. This national wildlife sanctuary is the only one in the Western Himalayas and spans more than 975 square kilometers. Its main objective is to protect the local population of Himalayan Musk deer. A variety of different species are included in this reserve's preservation and conservation initiatives, aside from.
Chadar trek, frozen Zanskar river, Ladakh
Most nature lovers and adventure seekers consider the Chadar Trek in Ladakh to be their ideal trek. This exhilarating Chadar hike down the freezing Zanskar River is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Winter snowfall blocks the access road to the Zanskar valley, cutting off the settlements of Zanskar from the rest of Ladakh. A path of substantial ice sheets is left behind by the Zanskar river, which freezes throughout December.
