During the colonial era, Shimla was the summer capital of the British and is today the capital of the state of Himachal Pradesh. Lying in the Himalayan foothills and surrounded by pine, oak, deodar and rhododendron forests, Shimla is an ideal honeymoon destination. Walk around the town and be lost in the romanticism of the colonial buildings like the Advanced Studies Institute, the Accountant General’s office, Gaiety Theatre, Town Hall, the Christ Church and the General Post Office. If you are adventure enthusiasts Ice-skating, golfing, trekking, and angling opportunities abound in Shimla. Pack a picnic to enjoy twosome lunches at Jakhoo, Prospect Hill, Chadwick Falls and Glen. Head out to nearby places like Naldera, Mashobra, Chail, Craignaino, Kufri and Tattapani for exploring the romance of these places and enjoy unlimited peace and privacy. Take back mementoes in the form of wooden carvings, woolen shawls and local handicrafts.
Kullu lies on the banks of the stunning River Beas and its backdrop is formed by the Great Himalayas. 40 km away from it lies Manali. Kullu and Manali have become the paradise for honeymooners owing to its pristine romantic setting. If you are adventure enthusiasts then prepare for a lot of fun. Start with a visit to the Rohtang Pass and on way stop at the hot water springs at Vashisht, where you can have a dip. Go for romantic treks from Chandrakhani pass to Malana village, Jalori and Pin Parvati pass. The areas surrounding Parvati River are still untouched by modern civilization and are ideal for quiet treks, walks and mountain climbing. Other adrenaline filled activities you can indulge in with your partner are river rafting, parasailing and paragliding and angling. Visit the Raghunathji and Bijli Mahadev temples in Kullu and the Hidimba Devi temple in Manali to seek the blessings of gods and goddesses for long lasting blissful life. Naggar is one of the most picturesque areas in Kullu. Take a motorcycle, cycle or jeep ride through it to explore it scenic wonders. The beauty and romance of the place will refresh you. At Manali visit the Beas Kund, Dassaur Lake and Solang Nullah and take in the spectacular scenery hand-in-hand. Pack a picnic basket and sit among the open meadows, the apple orchards or at lake sides and enjoy a cozy twosome meal in peace and privacy. Just walking through the town at a leisurely pace is a very rewarding activity.
Mussoorie is located in the state of Uttaranchal in the Gharwal region. Brilliantly pleasant weather conditions, clean purified air, spectacular landscape and extreme peace and quiet has turned Mussoorie into a favorite honeymoon destination. To begin with your Mussoorie honeymoon trip, it would be ideal to start with Kempty falls from where you can take a romantic drive to the Yamuna Pool. The number one romantic activity is to take nature walks- take walks on the road below Savoy Hotel, from the Valley view to the Clouds End and in the hillsides spread over Landour. If you are adventure lovers then boating, trekking, paragliding, trout fishing and roller skating are some activities you can indulge in. For the religiously inclined, Mussoorie has several temples and shrines like the Nag Devta Temple, Jwalaji Temple and Bhadraj Temple. Take back woolen shawls, scarves and stoles as remembrances.
Lying in the Kumaon foothills Nainital is a small town in Uttarakhand. The stunning natural landscape and the peace and quiet had made Nainital one of the prime honeymoon locations in India. The most romantic activities to do in Nainital are taking nature walks and boating. From Mcdonald’s Circular road there is an ideal trail for walking and you might even spot some wildlife! The fresh water lake in Nainital, called Naini Lake gives you spectacular views of the three adjacent mountains peaks of Snow View, Tiffin Top and Naini Peak. In the Mall area hire a horse and double ride with your partner, exploring the town as you ride. In case you are looking for some adventure with your newly wedded spouse, then Nainital has several excellent trekking trails or take the ropeway to Snow View Peak and on way enjoy the spectacular views of the landscape.
Srinagar
Srinagar, the capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir lies on the bank of the River Jhelum. Srinagar, with its lakes, house boats and gardens is scenically very spectacular, making it one of the foremost honeymoon destinations of the country. You can see travelers enjoying a shikara ride, cruising around the beautiful Dal Lake. In case you would like to spend more time on the lake, rent a house boat for a romantic stay. The Chasm-e-Shahi and Nishat and Shalimar Bagh are the exotic gardens which are the legacy of the Mughals. Stroll around and lounge in these gardens re-live the charm of the bygone Mughal royalty. If you are nature lovers then 15 km from Srinagar at Hokersar, you can watch the migratory birds from Siberia and Central Asia, like Gadwall, Tufted Duck, Garganey, Northern Pin tail etc. In case you are an adventurous couple then trekking and water skiing on the Dal Lake might interest you.
The town of Gulmarg lies in the Baramulla District of the north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. If you and your spouse are adventure junkies then Gulmarg, which is the centre for winter sports in India, is just the place for you. Otherwise its stunning landscape, cool scented breezes and tranquility is enough to make your honeymoon a special event. Snow -boarding and skiing are the primary winter sports in Gulmarg. Travellers can enjoy a day trekking or golfing as per choice. The Gondola cable car, which is the highest in the world and longest in Asia and plying between Kongdoori Valley and Afarwat Peak is an extremely enjoyable experience as it will give you a dazzling view of the town’s landscape. Hand-in-hand, take nature walks amongst the pristine environs of Gulmarg, which include the stunning views of the snow filled peaks all around and exotic flora and fauna.
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