3 attractions in Hill Station (back)

One of the highest points surrounding the city of Shimla, Kufri is a popular hill station standing at the height of 8923 feet. Offering stunning landscape all around, Kufri is the twin of Shimla with far lesser tourists swarming around the place. Its snow-clad routes provide favorable conditions to practice skiing activities. It majorly attracts tourists due to the presence of Kufri Zoological Park which hosts animals ranging from antelopes, bears, yaks and the state bird species of the Himalayan Mongol. Trekking is a popular activity to reach its peak which is also called as Mashru peak.

Tiger Hill Darjeeling, standing tall at a height of 2,567 meters is one of the highest points in Darjeeling. Tiger Hill is one of the most prominent summits of Ghoom. This is the hill is located in the state of West Bengal in Darjeeling town. Recognized under the UNESCO world heritage site located in the highest railway station in the Darjeeling Himalayan railway station.

When you visit Darjeeling visiting tiger hill is under must-visit places. A mesmerizing view of the snow-capped highest peak of Mount Everest is just visible. One should explore its famous sunrise view of Tiger hill the beauty.

Tiger hill is also famous for its Himalayan mountaineering activities. the place will give you a magnificent panoramic view of the peaks of Mount Kanchenjunga also. If compared to the view of Mt. Everest than Mt. Kanchanjanga would be looking bigger because of the curvature of the earth and close proximity to this hill.

A popular tourist attraction is a perfect spot to enjoy views of Teesta, Mahananda and Mechi Rivers. Illuminated views of the mountain range are the best moments offered at Tiger Hill.

Standing at a height of 2,567 meters, Tiger Hill is one of the most prominent summits of Ghoom the highest railway. This place will give you a magnificent panoramic view of the peaks of Mount Everest and Mount Kangchenjunga. The famous Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary is pretty close by.

The reader should take note the name "Tiger Hill" is common for peaks in different hills stations in India and not unique to Darjeeling. The sunrises and slowly the peals on the mountains are illuminated.

The highest point in Shimla is the peak of the enormous Jakhoo Hill. 8,054 feet above sea level, it is a major tourist spot hidden beneath the cover of deodar forests. It can be accessed by foot or the aerial ropeway starting from the Ridge. Its most significant and popular attraction is the Jakhoo Temple which is dedicated to the Hindu Monkey God, Lord Hanuman. It is believed that Lord Hanuman rested at the very place where the temple is built while on his quest to retrieve sanjeevani herb. A 108 feet high Hanuman statue is the center of attraction and draws thousands of admirers every year. The statue surpasses the height of Christ the Redeemer of Rio de Janerio which stands at a height of 98 feet. A sight of religious significance for the Hindu devotees, it is a must-see place to visit.