11 Incredible Snow Places in India | Experience Snowfall in India -

Every winter, millions of tourists from around the world flock to the snow-clad mountains and valleys of India.

Resorts such as Gulmarg in Jammu & Kashmir, Auli in Uttarakhand, Nainital in Uttarakhand and Manali in Himachal Pradesh are among the most popular destinations for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts.

The season of snowfall is upon us and it's hard to not get excited about the white magic that covers our surroundings with an add-on layer of beauty.

India has a wide variety of landscapes, ranging from high altitude deserts to tropical forests and everything in between. No matter where you are, there is bound to be some form of snowfall nearby.

Want to cherish in the incredible experience of snow places in India? Here are the best destinations in India to go for a snowy adventure!

Most Incredible Snow Places in India

The Leisure Winter Wonderland - Manali Himachal Pradesh

If you have been following me or the blog, you might have an idea what Manali means to me.

I have travelled to many different hill stations across India, but Manali remains to be the closest to my heart. It's not just a merely wonderful place for me to experience nature, snow and fun with family or friends.

Manali is an emotion to me. And holds a really special place in my heart and in the hearts of thousands of people who have experienced it.

Manali, when clubbed with Shimla, makes for a perfect holiday for an Indian family. Everyone loves these two cute small and beautiful towns.

Manali has plenty to offer for whoever comes here. From late night café live performances to delicious food items to mesmerizing Himalayan views to incredible adventure activities like Skiing, Yak riding, etc.

Must do things in Manali 

1. Adventure Activities in Solang Valley

2. Visiting the ultimate snow point at Rohtang Pass

3. Riverside Camping in Manali

4. Strolling at Mall Road

Heaven on Earth in All it's Meanings - Kashmir, J&K

Kashmir is a literal heaven on earth. And anyone who happens to visit here even once, knows that for a fact.

A ridiculously pretty place to exist simultaneously with the chaos people bring all over it, Kashmir stands to be and even feel like the Crown of a beautiful country.

The perfect example of calm in the chaos experience is when you have a Shikara ride over the magnificent Dal Lake in Srinagar.

Among the lot of the different snow places in India to explore, Kashmir is absolutely one of the most stunning picks. With the snow-capped mountains, peaceful vibes, extraordinary (and sometimes quite a weird) sense of calmness, and so many adventure opportunities, Kashmir is a perfect getaway to experience snowfall in India.

Must do things in Kashmir

1. First and Foremost, Experience the Shikara Ride

2. Stay in a Houseboat

3. Gandola Ride Experience

4. Shop for authentic Kashmiri items

The Mystical Queen of Hills - Mussoorie, Uttarakhand

I have mentioned the queen of hills previously a couple of times on different blog posts, and it is essentially one of the most famous places to experience snowfall in India and remains to be one among the most mystical snow places in India in summer as well as in winters.

Mussoorie is a small town filled with touristy vibes all over. But still, when you visit there and roam around the mall road, visit the infamous parts of the city and let it open up to you, it does not take much time to feel like home.

The Queen cares for her visitors and doesn't let anything disappoint them when they visit her.

Must do things in Mussoorie 

1. Trek towards the Lal Tibba

2. Stroll around the Mall Road

3. Do not miss the ropeway to Gun Hill

4. Kempty Falls Experience

The Ski Capital of India - Auli, Uttarakhand

India has plenty to offer when it comes to travelling and experiencing adventure. Auli or the Ski Capital of the country is one such place to experience the best adventure snow activities in India.

Auli is situated in the setting of the Nanda Devi and Nar Parvat mountains and its coniferous and oak timberlands are simply ideal for nature sweethearts.

Auli is getting immense amount of popularity during the recent couple of years and why not - I mean the place is actually one of the most amazing offbeat places to experience and see snowfall in India.

Must do things in Auli 

1. Experience Skiing in Auli

2. Visit the highest man-made lake in the world

3. Visit the Nanda Devi National Park in Auli

4. Camp beneath the stars in Auli

The 'land of lamas' - Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh

If you are even a little bit interested in the heavenly Himalayan mountains in India and the various beautiful treks and valleys it hides within, you might already know why Spiti Valley would always have a place in the wonderous list of snow places in India.

Proclaimed to be one of the most attractive among the various snow deserts in the world, the Spiti Valley stands at a precious point. People travel there to experience the very raw nature and to experience a world different than any other place in India.

Experiencing probably the most elevated passes on the planet, age-old religious monasteries, precious stone blue lakes, beyond the world of innovative obstructions - makes Spiti Valley an exceptionally fine illustration of what we call an ' offbeat venture.'

Must do things in Spiti Valley 

1. Vibe through the waves with a River Rafting Experience

2. Pay a Visit to the Buddhist Monasteries

3. Trek up the adventurous Dhankar Lake

4. Shop Your Heart Out

The Majestic Meadow of Flowers - Gulmarg, J&K

Gulmarg or the more famously called Meadow of Flowers in Srinagar remains an awe-inspiring place to visit not just to experience snowfall in India but to experience two different sights of nature on a single place during different seasons.

While, the summers here make the name given to the place very much true and the colors of different flowers cover up the land of the wonderful place Gulmarg is. The winters cover the place into a thick layer of shining snow best known for snowboarding and/or skiing adventures.

A place straight out of a postcard, Gulmarg has many different travel opportunities for visitors throughout the year. From trekking up the snow secured mountains to a natural hike beneath those big pine and fir trees, the Meadow is like an everlasting landscape made up of pixy-dust.

Must do things in Gulmarg 

1. Witness the interesting flora & fauna of the Meadow

2. Try the fresh strawberries at the Gulmarg Strawberry Valley

3. Gandola ride to the Apharwat Peak

4. Explore the Kanchenjunga Museum to witness the modern warfare equipment

A Celestial Paradise - Tawang Arunachal Pradesh

Tawang, located in Arunachal Pradesh is a well preserved treasure which has the mystical power to enchant the ones that travel there. Other than the majestic feel the place has and the magnificent landscape scenes it provides, the major thing Tawang is very famous for is the 400-year old Buddhist Monastery.

This monastery is one among the biggest monasteries in all over India and remains to be of massive significance to the Buddhists.

Tawang means the " Chosen Horse " and with a name so mystical, how could the place be anything less than magic, right?

Must do things in Tawang 

1. Meditate in the Taktsang Gompa

2. Explore the connection between Tawang and the rest of India

3. Witness the Magic of Nature at the Nuranang Waterfall

4. Tibetan Settlement Market

A Slice of Paradise - Chopta, Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand or the Land of Gods is filled with many heard and unheard, seen and unseen treasures in the shape of hill stations ready to be explored and experienced. Chopta, the ' mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand ' is one of the most incredible and amazing landscapes of the country.

Also known as the "Icy Forest", Chopta is covered with evergreen dense forests and is famous for its monuments of religious and historical importance. A perfect blend of the wilderness and the snow-capped mountain peaks, the valley is becoming a very popular sight among travellers from different corners of the country.

Experience some incredible trekking and hiking ops, bird watching scenarios and also a unique wildlife encounter while travelling in the Valley.

Must do things in Chopta

1. Trek the Tungnath Temple

2. The Chandrashila Trek

3. Explore the 'Winter Seat of Kedarnath'

4. Experience Camping at the Meadow

The Sikkim Valley of Flowers - Yumthang, Sikkim

Yumthang is known as the 'Valley of Flowers' a result of the Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary which is home to in excess of 250 types of wonderful blossoms which typically sprouts during February and June.

Must do things in Yumthang Valley 

1. Shingba Rhododendron Sancturary

2. Feel the vibe of the Yumthang Chu

3. Visit the Zero Point in Yumthang

4. Try the mouth watering Himalayan Momos

The Lake of the Eye - Nainital

The lake district of India, Nainital is a small but very popular among the snow places in India since years. People tend to visit the peaceful sight for many things like the boat ride on the Naini Lake, fun and games and Himalayan view experience at the Snow View Point and strolling around the Mall Road.

An interesting thing about the name of the city involves a mythological reference. Nainital means the Lake of the Eye - here, the eye is referred to the Goddess Sati.

During the time when Goddess Sati burnt herself, Lord Shiva carried her across the world and parts of her body kept falling at different places. Her eyes, are believed to be fallen over the place now called as Nainital. Interesting, isn't it?

Must do things in Nainital 

1. Boat Ride on the Naini Lake

2. Visit the Snow View Point

3. Intake the bird's eye view of the landscape

4. Stroll around the Mall Road

The Land of the Broken Moon - Ladakh, J&K

Creating a list of the trending and popular best snow places in India and not mentioning Ladakh would make the list worthless.

Breathtaking scenic landscapes, exciting mountain vibes, clear skies, highest mountain passes, beautiful Buddhist monasteries and thrilling adrenaline rush opportunities makes Ladakh a fan-favorite destination to go to when it comes to experiencing snowfall in India as well as to just explore a world of its own.

Ladakh is without a doubt a place which made the road trip scenario in India by storm. People started to bike up and above to explore the land and then slowly, many travellers took out their four-wheelers to the Little Tibet as well.

Must do things in Ladakh 

1. Two Humped Camel Ride Experience

2. Explore Ladakh on a Bike

3. Indulge in the Hemis Festival

4. Try to Spot the Ghost of the Mountains

Conclusion

That was the list of some of the best and most beautiful snow places in India.

It was not intended to be something like a countdown list so I am not giving any points to any place - they are all incredible and must visit if you want to experience peaceful vibes with the snowy background which creates a magic in the world that seems normal.

Tell me in the comments if you're favorite destination made the cut. Also tell me which place you think could be the best to experience snowfall in India.

That's All Folks!