Hillstation over PlayStations

Wed-Sep-2023

PlayStation is the millennial and Gen Z's biggest flex. The generations are so proly operating Xboxes, Nintendo, and such devices resulting in them staying stuck to the TV screens and devices for hours without even getting up for food and necessities. 

Just like the world of playstations, the creator of the universe has made a dynamic world full of nature and serene environments. The graphics and dynamics of the PlayStation games are often mesmerizing to viewers and players which makes them give an out-of-world experience to the players. This is what makes them crave the feel and thrill involved in playing it. 

Little do we know that there are even more thrilling experiences in life than playing these games. Mother nature is full of adventure, fun,  peace, and pristine beauty which cannot be seen in the visual representation and digital world. 

One of such wonders of all times is hill stations. Hill stations are the best adventurous, thrilling, exotic, and naturally mesmerizing experiences ever. 

Imagine you are sitting on a couch chilling, munching on chips, and watching something amazing like an advertisement or a movie having a scene of serene nature, hills, valleys, snow-clad mountains, and cool subtle lakes, and then you transition into such amazing chill filled hill station for an adventurous trip where you enjoy the valley, lake, boating and cruising through aesthetic water. How Romantic will it be to set up a bonfire in a chilling environment while enjoying lo-fi music? How about some amazing retro music playing at a couple's dinner while being surrounded by mountains, hills, and soothing green luxury? 

Isn't the feeling thrilling? And what if on some occasion you plan a road trip to Ladakh with your best buddies and roadsters? Or even going all group to the valley camping or hiking while enjoying a Maggi at the end of the adventure rush?  

So, to experience all of this in reality you need to get out of your cozy, comfy environment and create a peaceful place after traveling miles away from home! 

Such experiences fulfill the need to be backed by satiating food and sumptuous delicacies. So let us see hill stations and the food you can enjoy at such hill stations. 

 

Following are a few must-visit hill stations in India: 

 

• Kashmir: 

Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Ladakh are the most visited and desired hill stations in Kashmir. These two hill stations have fantastic flora and fauna in the surroundings and are home to many delicious fruits grown here on a large scale. These three hill stations have the most exquisite view and are surrounded by colorful natural vegetation of all kinds. People come here with families and friends on group trips and honeymoons, and bike riders especially prefer Ladakh trips on their beasts.  Here you can enjoy local food like Rogan Josh and Dum Aloo as we all know. Also, you can enjoy street Maggi and noodles even though they are only available in some places.

 

• Himachal Pradesh:

The state is blessed with snow-clad mountains and amazing tourist spots and hill stations. Himachal Pradesh is a very aesthetically snow-filled hill station and has Shimla, Manali, and Dharamshala which are major tourist attractions. Situated to the North of India this state shares a border with neighboring countries. Apart from this, there are beautiful locations where you can enjoy hilltop views and can experience mountain climbing, hiking, trekking, skiing, etc. Adventure and luxury are paired together to form the main feature of Himachal Pradesh. 

 

• Uttarakhand:

Two major hill stations Nainital and Mussoorie are two major tourist attractions in India. These two treasures of Uttarakhand have altogether two different specialties. Nainital is a city of lakes which has beautiful lakes and backwaters to cruise through with local boats, while Mussoorie as we know is a proper hill station which is snowy and chilled with mountains to add. These two places also have religious Hindu temples and places of national significance. 

Here also you can enjoy street food and special dishes tantalizing your tastebuds. 

 

• West and Eastern hill stations:

The hill stations to the west and east of India are mainly located in Maharashtra which is to the west and West Bengal which is to the east of India. Various places like Darjeeling, Mahabaleshwar, and Lonavala are studded with natural beauty and lush green forests. As these places are usually not snow-covered they are very serene and have a very cold temperature than normal as they are hilly and hence hill stations. 

These West and Eastern hill stations have their special flavors such as vada pav and roasted corn etc. adding a flavor of their own to the places.

 

• South Indian hill stations:

As we all know there are many well-known hill stations in South India. Chikmagalur, Ooty, and Kodaikanal are the major tourist attractions in the south. Apart from being significant hill stations these cities also have cultural importance. These three hill stations are forest-covered hilly areas within the city. In South India, you get to experience the best combination of nature and culture. You get to enjoy the local south Indian food which has now spread all over the country.  

 

Conclusion:

As much as we love the beauty of mountains, valleys, and hill stations and that is how we get a change in a routine it is how we get to explore and adventure. While being technologically advanced and tech geek one shouldn’t forget about being both advanced as well as adventurous. Travel and adventures make your life happening and lively, without going out and exploring nature and beauty you cannot know the feeling of being free and crazy. The best way to enjoy your life is by exploring nature and getting a new perspective, vibes, and living purpose.