If you are looking for the best holiday destinations in North India, there are two places that you must consider- Shimla and Gangtok. The places are known for their astounding scenic beauty.

Shimla is located in the northern state of Himachal Pradesh. It is easily amongst the top three hill stations in the entire country and attracts people from all over the globe, every time of the year. Shimla is one of the best summer retreats in India, the highlight of the place being its climate. The average temperature during the summer months is 15 degrees and that during winter is 4-5 degrees. It is a truly stupefying place. Shimla is rich in biodiversity and is very well known for its rare species of flora and fauna. There are many Shimla hotels that offer exciting tourism packages. The best option is to avail the tourism packages that provide hotels in Shimla and take you to visit all the major tourist attractions. Sightseeing and trekking are lovely pastimes. The snow covered peaks add to the incredible beauty of the place.

Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim and is located in the eastern Himalayan ranges. The city lies at an altitude of nearly 1800 meters and is a wonderful place that is characterized by a unique beauty of its own.  Major attractions in Gangtok are the Tsongma Lake, Do-Drul, Chorten Stupa which is the biggest stupa in Sikkim, the Alpine gardens, the deer park and the Himalayan zoological park. Gangtok hotels are located in many parts of the city and accommodation is usually available throughout the year for tourists.