Has the trip to Hill Stations always been your dream? Hill Stations are the best place to spend your holidays in Nepal.
Are you looking for the best Hill Stations in the world? No wonder, Nepal has the most beautiful Hill Stations in the world because Nepal is naturally gifted with the high-range Himalayas.
Nepal is the home of the top 8 highest mountains in the world. The Hills there offer a wide range of panoramic views so that you can spend quality time with your friends and family members during the stay. We assure you that you will be amazed by the beauty of Nepal's hill stations.
So, are you excited to see the list of Hill Stations in Nepal? We have enlisted a few names of Hill Stations in Nepal and their distance from Kathmandu. During the visit to Hill Station, you can also explore the famous mountains of Nepal.
Without getting late, let's talk about the Top 10 Popular Hill Stations in Nepal.
Nagarkot is located in Bhaktapur, just 20 miles (32km) east of Kathmandu. Nagarkot is very famous for its broadest possible views of the Himalayas. It is one of the most popular Hill Stations in Nepal.
You can view eight ranges of Himalayas from Nagarkot (Mount Everest, Langtang, Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu,Jugal, Numbur and Jugal). You can easily enjoy Himalayan views from the balcony of your hotel .
The Himalaya ranges are best viewed when the sky is clear. The best season to visit Nagarkot is from October to December and from March to April. The artistic view of sunrise and sunset in Nagarkot feels like heaven. Nagarkot is certainly a perfect place for nature lovers and travel enthusiasts.
Dhulikhel is located in Bhaktapur, just 18 miles (30km) east of Kathmandu. You can never really get tired of the sight of mountains there. Dhulikhel is one, among the popular Hill Stations in Nepal.
From Dhulikhel, you can see over 20 Himalayan peaks, including Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Gaurishankar, Mt Ganesh Himal, and Mt. Lhotse. The fine panoramic snow-fed mountains seen from Dhulikhel are just outstanding.Dhulikhel also has numerous temples depicting traditional and old Newari craftsmanship.
There are a number of Hindu Shrines and a few Buddhist Stupa too. The best time to visit Dhulikhel is in the Spring season (March to May). The clear skies during the Spring season are perfect for viewing the hillside panoramas. Also, the temperature remains warm in the daytime, making it a great opportunity for hiking.
Daman is located in Thaha Municipality, Makwanpur District, Nepal. It lies about 77 km southwest of Kathmandu. You can clearly view the most beautiful Himalayas of whole Nepal from the Dhaulagiri range to Mount Everest. Daman is also one of the popular Hill Stations in Nepal
Another special thing about Daman is the View Tower, which is fitted with long-range telescopes. From the View Tower's Telescope, you can see 360 degree Himalaya views, Waterfalls, Forests, Lush Hills of Nepal. During winter, Daman is covered with snow and many people visit this place to play with snow.
Daman is also famous for the magnificent sunrise and sunset view. You can visit Daman in any season as the weather is cool throughout the year. The best time to visit Daman is from September to November and from March to May. From December to February, snow lovers often visit this place to enjoy snowfall.
Bandipur is a hilltop settlement located in the Tanahun District of Nepal. Bandipur is a hidden gem, one of the most charming towns in Nepal. Among the Hill Stations in Nepal, Bandipur is known as the delightful hill of Nepal.
Bandipur is a living museum of Newari culture, with beautifully preserved traditional village architecture, epic Himalaya views, and local adventure sport. If you want the taste of rural Nepal, you can easily break up the drive between Pokhara to Kathmandu, and visit Bandipur in the process.
The traffic is closed in Bandipur and there is no haggling. Bandipur is so peaceful and homely. There are tiny Buddist Monasteries and Admiring Temples. The average temperature in Bandipur is 26°C. The best time to visit Bandipur is in March, April, and October.
The capital of tourism in Nepal is Pokhara. It is a metropolitan city that lies in the Kaski District and is the capital of Gandaki Province. Pokhara is located 120 miles (200km) west of Kathmandu. Among the popular Hill Stations in Nepal, Pokhara Hill is the most crowded Hill of Nepal.
There are numerous Gumbas, Temples, Churches in Pokhara. A few of them are Bindabasini Temple, Tal Barahi Temple, Bhadrakali Temple, Bhimsen Temple, Guheshwari. Pokhara is a very famous Hill Station for adventure tourism. The Phewa lake is a beautiful gem of Pokhara where you can enjoy the lakeside view and boat.
Sarangkot Hill in Pokhara is famous for Paragliding, high-range Mountain Viewing. The most famous adventure in Pokhara is Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This Trek is 67 km long and you can finish this trek in 9 days. (Though it totally depends on your appetite.) The best season to visit Pokhara is from March to May and from September to November.
Chitlang is located in Makwanpur District, Bagmati Pradesh of Nepal. Chitlang is a peaceful, quiet village with vast landscapes. Among the famous Hill Stations in Nepal, Chitlang is the most disciplined.
In ancient times, Chitlang was a popular stop in the old trading routes from Tibet to India but the earthquake hit hard. You can still see damage in the older buildings of the town. Nature there is so calm. You can relax your mind and soul in the green hills of Chitlang.
Chitlang is famous for Hiking, Goat Cheese Factory, "Majegau" especially (Ashoka Chaitya), Satdhara Vendafarm, Swachhand Bhairav Temple, and Organic Village Resort. You can visit Chitlang in any season either Spring, Summer, or Winter.
Ilam lies in Province 1, Eastern Nepal. Ilam is renowned for its quality tea gardens, milk, unique nature, and biodiversity of the place. Among the best Hill Stations in Nepal, Illam is the most greenery Hill.
Ilam is an excellent getaway from city life. Ilam represents the rich cultural heritage and social living of people with harmony. Most of the land of Illam is covered in tea bushes. The Kanyam Tea Estate in Illam is famous for Hiking, Horse Riding, and Picnics.
The Tea Industry in Illam exports Tea to many countries in the US and Europe. Ilam has good weather throughout the year. But the best season to visit Illam is from February to April and from October to December.
Chandragiri is located in the southwest of Kathmandu. It is 7km far from Thankot. It lies 2551 meters above sea level. Chandragiri is one of the best hill stations in Nepal offering a panoramic view of Kathmandu valley.
We can view the Himalaya ranges from Annapurna to Everest through Chandragiri Hills. You can visit Chandragiri Hill for a day trip through a Cable car or Driving or Hiking.
The Cable Car route of Chandragiri Hills is around 2.5 km and takes around 10 to 15 minutes to reach the top, depending on the wind speed on the cable car. The best season to visit Chandragiri Hill is from March to May and from September to December.
Poon Hill is located on the border of Myagdi and Kaski District in Nepal. It is 270 km west of Kathmandu. Poon Hill is one of the easiest routes in the Annapurna region. Poohill is one, among the popular Hill Stations in Nepal.
It is great for inexperienced hikers to get a taste of hiking in Nepal. Walking through the tour takes you to the beautiful villages in Annapurna. The panoramic Himalaya ranges can be seen from Poonhill (Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Gangapurna, Tukuche peak, Hiunchuli, Dhampus Peak, Nilgiri Himal and Gurja Himal).
The Himalaya's beauty makes you feel like heaven. The best season to visit Poon Hill is from March to May and from September to November when the weather is clearer and the temperature is moderate.
Tansen is located in the center of Palpa District. It is located high above the Kali Gandaki River on the road between Butwal and Pokhara. Tansen is a beautiful little Bazar town. It is very famous for Dhaka production. Among the popular Hill Stations in Nepal, Tansen Hill is the most harmonious.
Visitors usually explore Shreenagar Hills or go for a day hike to Rani Mahal, on the bank of Kali Gandaki River. The popular sites to visit in Tansen are Bhairabsthan Temple, Tudikhel, Tansen Durbar, Rani Mahal, Rambha Devi Temple, Shreenagar, Whitelake View, Sitalpati, Budhha Stupa, Naran Temple.
The best season to visit Palpa is from March to May. During winter, it will be a little cold. And during the monsoon, the roads are not safe there.
Also See: Top 10 Mountains of Nepal
These hill stations in Nepal can be visited for a one-day trip or for a few day's vacations. There are a number of hotels and resorts which offer a good range of accommodation at a reasonable rate. All these hill stations in Nepal, have a home stay facility, where you can get close to the people of Nepal, view their culture, norms, and values
If you want to take a break from your daily living, these destinations would be perfect for your satisfaction. So when will you head to these beautiful destinations?
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