India is a vast country which abounds in spectacular natural resources. Ranging from snowy peaks of the Himalayas to the tranquil backwaters of Kerala, India is indeed a travelers' heaven. Tourism in India has flourished a great deal in the past few years as various private entrepreneurs and the central government have stepped in to fortify the infrastructure. Now if you are planning a tour to India this time around, do check out the popular hill stations in India. Indian hill stations are uniformly dispersed around the length and breadth of the country – from the Himalayas in the north to the Nilgiris in the south.

They are some of the most sought after summer holiday destinations as well. Tourists from Canada, North America, Australia and European countries come in large numbers throughout the year.

They are the primary target guests for the mountain resorts in India. Majority of hill stations are featured with good transportation networks and star-rated hotels. So accommodation and sightseeing are well secured. Many hill stations bear testimony to a rich past as well. Ooty, Darjeeling, Shimla, Dalhousie and so on served as administrative capitals of respective during the colonial times. They have earned a special reputation since then. The scenic beauty is awesome with streams flowing down the mountainside and lush vegetation swaying in the breeze deep down the steepest of valleys.

Located in Chamba district in the state of Himachal Pradesh in India, Dalhousie is a picturesque city offering wonderful tourism prospects for local and international visitors alike. As it is, Himachal Pradesh is famous for tourism and transport. The people over there are extremely cooperative and friendly. You are going to feel at home once you come over to Dalhousie. There are hotels aplenty in Dalhousie catering to the accommodation requirements of the visitors. All the basic as well as customized services are provided by the concerned authorities over there. Safety and security of the inmates is one of the prime concerns for the hotel authorities and this area is looked after with special care. Food and beverages available over there is of superior quality. Fresh mountain fruits and imported foreign liquors are just fabulous. You can also try out some of the local delicacies to explore something new.

Located at an average elevation of 1954 m, Dalhousie is set up on five hills. This unique topographic setting provides a panoramic view of the entire valley.

Dalhousie was built in 1854 by the East India Company as a summertime resting place for its bureaucratic machineries. The name of this picturesque little town was derived from Lord Dalhousie, the then Governor-General of India. The town lies to the western fringes of the famous Dhauladhar mountain range of the Himalayas.