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Mussoorie- a lovely hill station in the Himalayas

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Mussoorie is undoubtedly a special place, and one of our favorite hill stations.  Three to four days are good to explore the entire area, and enjoy the natural beauty of Himalayan landscapes. Here is a list of five of our favorite things to do in Mussoorie.   Five things to do in Mussoorie: 1. Sunset at Lal Tibba: First on the list is the famous Mussoorie sunset (in the picture above), especially in the winters. It's called the "winter line". It's special because it happens only at two places- Mussoorie and Switzerland!  2. Walk around Landour:   Landour is a peaceful little place. The old houses, a few shops and a little church constitute Landour. Char Dukan (meaning four shops) is apopular place there; you can have some good snacks and beverage. Also look for the Landour Bakehouse; it is worth visiting. 3. Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the Mall Road: This is easily the best Mall Road in the Himalayan Hill Stations. With amazing view of the Himalayas, and the most h

The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP): A surreal experience

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There are eight natural sites in India which are designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh is one of them. It's one of my favorite places to go back time and again. Every time I have been there, it was a different season, and a different valley. But I have thoroughly enjoyed the peaceful vibes each time. It's always a surreal experience. Though it's not as popular among tourists as some other places in the Himalayas, it's going to change soon. To know more about it, please follow this link:  https://stampedmoments.com/a-guide-to-the-great-himalayan-national-park/ There are basically four valleys to explore in the GHNP- Parvati valley, Tirthan valley, Sainj valley and Jiwa Nal valley.  Each of these valleys are gorgeous with wonderful landscapes. Apart from the gorgeous valleys and mountains, I love the villages with  lovely spread across the valleys.  How to reach: Take a volvo bus from Delhi in the evening (12-13 h