North India has some of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. Those who love authentic North Indian food will really enjoy this part of India. There are plenty of things to try. North India is also that part of India where you have the opportunity to make a trip to the Golden Triangle. The 7 prominent states of India together make North India include Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttaranchal, Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh etc.
Exuding a colonial feeling and the old world charm, Dalhousie is one of those hill-stations brimming with an aura of royalty which was prevalent during the Independence time. Named after the British General 'Lord Dalhousie', the town’s churches and buildings boasts of a striking architecture. If summers provide a dreamy view, winters in Dalhousie will surprise you with the snow-covered Dhauladhar mountain range that is clearly visible from this town.
Nestled in the mystic hills of the district of Kangra is Dharamshala, a hill station that captures your imagination with its picturesque natural beauty and unique mix of Tibetan, British and Himanchali cultures. Quietude surrounds Dharamshala from all sides, and it also offers some of the most picturesque views of the adjoining Kangra valley and the snow-clad Himalayas beyond.
Gulmarg, also called the "Meadow of Flowers" is a beautiful hill station in Baramula district of Jammu and Kashmir. Located at a distance of 55 km from Srinagar, Gulmarg is situated at an average altitude of 2690 meters and is considered a popular skiing destination in Jammu and Kashmir. Even before you reach Gulmarg, the drive from Srinagar to the city will blow you away. There are multiple places in the journey where you can stop to click some postcard perfect pictures. The road side is interspersed with lines of poplar, wild flowers and idyllic hamlets.
Ladhak is the largest province in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The landscape of Ladhak, a high altitude desert, is defined by craggy, barren cliffs and plateaus. Ladhak is a favorite among adventure sports enthusiasts offering unique adventures in trekking, mountaineering and white water rafting. While rafting options are available on both Indus and Zanskar rivers, the Zanskar course is more difficult and exciting. The trekking options range from short, day-long walks to visit monuments or monastic settlements to long, trans-mountain treks involving weeks of walking and camping in the wilderness. The month of September, hosts the Ladhak Festival that gives a peek into the richness, depth and pageantry of Ladakh's centuries-old culture, traditions and folk heritage. One can witness the best samples of the region's performing arts, Archery contests and the Ladhak Polo Cup.