The hills, snow covered valleys and calm lakes of Uttarakhand look no less than heaven in winter. When the cool breeze, dense forests of deodar and pine and snow-clad peaks surround you, the heart of every traveler is drawn. Traveling to Uttarakhand in this season not only makes you experience the beauty of nature but also gives you a feeling of peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Traveling in Uttarakhand in winter is a combination of both adventure and relaxation. Whether you are an adventure lover or want to spend quality time with family, the hill stations of Uttarakhand offer a special experience for every kind of traveller. Let us look at those 5 best places in Uttarakhand, which will make your winter trip memorable.

In winter, when the cold air, mist and snow covered hills all around give peace to the mind, then Uttarakhand seems no less than a paradise. The calm valleys, white-clad mountains and cedar forests here give a different experience to the travelers in the winter season.

If you want to spend some special moments in the lap of nature, away from the crowd, then these 5 places in Uttarakhand can make your trip memorable.

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Auli

Auli is considered to be the most popular destination of Uttarakhand in winter. Snowfall occurs here between December and February and the entire area is covered with a white sheet. Auli is one of the best skiing destinations in India, where tourists come from all over the country and abroad. Spectacular views of Nanda Devi and Mana Parvat are visible from here. Activities like cable car ride, snowboarding and trekking make Auli special for adventure lovers.

Mussoorie

“Queen of Hills” Mussoorie looks beautiful in every season, but its attraction increases in winter. There is less crowd here in winter, so you can roam around peacefully. A walk on Mall Road, the serene view of Kempty Falls and seeing the snow covered valleys from Gun Hill is a memorable experience. Sometimes light snowfall adds to the beauty of Mussoorie.

Nainital

Nainital is called the city of lakes and its beauty shows different colors in winter. During the winter season, the hills around Naini Lake are covered with mist and cold wind. Snow View Point, Tiffin Top and Naina Devi Temple are the main attractions here. It is very relaxing to enjoy boating here in winter and see the view of the lake with hot tea.

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Kanatal, a small but very beautiful hill station of Uttarakhand, is the perfect destination for those who want to spend peaceful moments away from the crowd. Situated between Mussoorie and Chamba, this place has still not become very commercial, that is why the natural beauty here is still pleasing to the eye. This place definitely looks no less than a paradise in the cold season.

Kausani

If you are looking for peace and natural beauty, then Kausani is the best place for you. In winter, one can get a spectacular view of Himalayan peaks like Trishul, Nanda Devi and Panchachuli from here. Kausani is away from the crowd, so here you can spend relaxing moments in the cold season. The golden light falling on the Himalayas during sunrise and sunset gives a different experience.