The Pink City of Jaipur is a great destination in itself. The majestic Amer Fort, the charming City Palace, and the magnificent Jal Mahal add to the glory of the city. You should have at least 3 to 4 days to visit this place. But in such heat there will hardly be anyone who would like to visit Rajasthan. If you also fall in this category, then today we tell you about the hill stations around Jaipur, where your mind will be refreshed.
Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Mount Abu, situated at an altitude of 1220 meters above sea level, can provide relief from the heat of Rajasthan, this hill station surrounded by the Aravalli hills will help you to explore many places. This place has always been on the top of the list of places to visit in Rajasthan. Here you can visit the beautiful Dilwara Jain Temple. You can enjoy sunrise and sunset. You can also go boating in Nakki Lake.
Distance from Jaipur to Mount Abu: 495 km (approx 8 hours drive)
Dhanaulti
Mussoorie has always been a popular weekend getaway to visit in summer. Situated at an altitude of 2286 meters above sea level, Dhanaulti offers beautiful views of the Himalayan range. With rhododendron, oak, and deodar forests all over the city, this hill station in Uttarakhand looks very beautiful. This place is perfect to escape the scorching heat of the cities during summers. Here you can go for a picnic in Dhanaulti Eco Park apart from chilling in resorts and hotels. In Mussoorie, you can go to the Kaudiya forest, where potatoes are cultivated.
Distance from Jaipur: 590 km (approximately 11 hrs 30 min drive)
Kasauli
Kasauli is a beautiful cantonment town in itself because of the numerous hill stations of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an altitude of 1800 meters above sea level, the weather of this hill station is very good throughout the year and due to this it is the best place to visit Jaipur on weekends. Since the city came into existence during the British Raj, you will find various buildings of colonial-style architecture here. Here you can also spend a nice evening at Sunset Point.
Distance from Jaipur: 550 km (approx 9 hrs 40 min drive)
Nainital
One of the most visited hill stations in India, Nainital is the perfect place to escape the scorching heat of Jaipur in summer. Apart from witnessing the breathtaking views of sunset and sunrise, there are many things you can do here. You can start your day with a nature walk in the forest. Here you can go to Naini Lake. Here you can also enjoy tasty and spicy food at the momos stall.
Distance from Jaipur: 610 kms (approximately 11 hrs 30 mins drive)
Kufri -
Located at a distance of about 17 km from Shimla, Kufri is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, hiking and trekking trails, and beautiful picnic spots. Here you can spend some time with friends and family. In winter, the place becomes a popular spot for both skiing and tobogganing. Kufri is also famous for its apple orchards.
