Planning A Trip? Top 10 Under 10,000 Budget Hill Stations In India

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Chopta, the 'mini Switzerland' of Uttarakhand, is at the epicentre of Panch Kedar- Five sacred Shiva Temples. National and international biodiversity organisations have recognised Chopta.  

Chakrata, a district of Dehradun, lies between the Tons and Yamuna rivers. It is at a 2,118m elevation and was originally a British Indian Army Cantonment.  

Mukteshwar, a tourist destination in the Nainital district OF Uttarakhand, sits at 2171M Kumaon hills. It is known for its scenic beauty and 350-year-old Lord Shiva temple.  

Chitkul, a village in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, is mainly covered in snow, and the inhabitants live in lower regions. According to the Centre of Atmospheric Sciences, it is the cleanest air in India.  

Auli, primarily a skiing destination in India, is known as the "Ski Capital of India. It is known for its stunning natural beauty and panoramic views of the Himalayas.  

Dalhousie is known for its scenic beauty and colonial architecture. It is a hub for its local culture and handicrafts, including shawls, carpets and wooden artefacts.   

Tosh's serene beauty and popular trekking trails, especially the Kheerganaga trek, are attractive locations for trekkers and nature enthusiasts.   

Shillong is a hill station in northeast India, surrounded by Ward's lake walking trails. It is famously known for the Dom Bosco Museum of Indigenous Cultures and the Rock Music Capital.  

A small cantonment town in the district of Uttarakhand. The twin hills of Mussoorie and Landour are known as the British Raj Hill stations of Northern India.  

Kanatal, a small village in Uttarakhand, is famous for its lush forests and adventure activities like trekking and zip-lining. The nearby university specialises in temperate fruit crop research.