What the Queen of Hill Stations should look like? If you really wish to visualize it then forget everything and head for Shimla - the ultimate place with invigorate air. Shimla is also famous for its natural beauty, architectural buildings, wooden crafts and apples.

Previously the summer capital of the British in India, and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla has got a scenic location and is one of the best Summer Refuges in India. Blessed with all the natural bounties, which one can think of, the hill station of Shimla is enclosed by lush hills with snow covered peaks. The magnificent fresh hilltops with flourishing settings coupled with the colonial era buildings create an aura, which is unique only to this hilly land of North India.

With grand old buildings, among them are the stately Viceregal Lodge, appealing iron lampposts and Anglo-Saxon names Shimla maintains its colonial heritage. The Mall of Shimla is the centre of attraction, and Scandal Point, offers a sight of far-flung snow clad peaks.

Shimla is the most perfect hill station in North India for its ideal location and easy accessibility by air, rail and road from the national capital New Delhi.

Manali, an ancient town lies in the lap of the verdant Kullu valley in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Soaring peaks just at stone's throw distance surrounds this beautiful hill town. Its proximity to the snowline makes Manali the best choice for hill station travelers. Be it a summer break, a honeymoon break, a trekking trip or an adventurous jaunt, Manali is the ultimate hill station destination in North India region, offering amazing opportunities to its new and regular visitors. Manali is also a sacred place for the Hindus, who treat the temples over here as pilgrimage. Manali literally means the 'Home of Manu'; a mythological character that recreated human life after the world was drowned in flood. Manu was the only surviving man then. Manali offers innumerous places and activities of interest to its tourist. The mesmerizing natural settings, the abundant valleys, the ancient temples, the archaic looking countryside, and more are presented here. Go for mountaineering, trekking, skiing, rafting or paragliding, Manali has it all for its adventure tourists. The climate is amazing and the attractions unlimited. Must visits at Manali are - Hidimba Devi Temple, Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa, Malana Valley, Manali Sanctuary, Naggar, Temple Of Manu, Vashisth Village, etc. Also take a trip to Rohtang Pass, Solang Nullah and Old Manali.