As soon as the winter season starts, only one question starts roaming in the minds of travel lovers that this time which is the best place to go to celebrate the New Year (New Year 2027) and enjoy the snowy valleys. If you also want to spend peaceful moments in the lap of nature away from the hustle and bustle of the city in this winter vacation and want to see the mountains covered with white sheets of snow, then there are many such magical places in the northern and north-eastern parts of India which can make your winter holidays memorable forever. The beauty of snowy valleys, sipping hot tea amidst the cool breeze and the view of sunset on the mountains fascinates any tourist. Let us know about some such selected and best winter destinations which you should definitely include in your bucket list in this New Year's journey. #1 Manali and Solang Valley: Best choice for adventure lovers and snow fall lovers Manali in Himachal Pradesh has always been the first choice of tourists for winter tourism. In the last weeks of the year, Manali and its surrounding areas are completely covered with a white sheet of snow. If you go towards Lahaul-Spiti valley across Rohtang Pass or Atal Tunnel, you will feel the thrill of real snow fall and minus temperature. Apart from this, tourists can freely enjoy exciting adventure sports like skiing, snowboarding, paragliding and zorbing at the snow points of Solang Valley and Manali. Walking in the cool evenings of Mall Road and tasting Himachali local cuisine makes this travel experience even more special. #1 Auli: Alpine Paradise of Uttarakhand and Skiing Capital of India, Auli, located in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, is one of the most beautiful and popular skiing destinations in the country. Surrounded by Nanda Devi, Kamet and Mana ranges, the valleys of Auli look like a fairy tale during winters. Asia's longest and highest cable car (Rupway) is the main center of attraction for the tourists coming here, from where a panoramic view of the snowy peaks of the Himalayas is visible. If you are looking for a peaceful and natural beauty destination with family or friends during New Year holidays, then Auli can prove to be a perfect destination for you. Spending time amidst the snow on the slopes here gives a different comfort in itself. #1 Gulmarg: Kashmir's 'Sculptor's Paradise' and a true winter wonderland, Gulmarg, situated in the lap of Jammu and Kashmir, is known for its unique beauty among tourists from all over the world. During the winter season, Gulmarg is completely covered in snow and every corner here looks no less than a foreign hill station. Gulmarg's world famous 'Gulmarg Gondola' ride is one of the highest cable car operations in the world, taking tourists over the snow clad mountains. This place is considered a paradise for winter sports lovers, where people from all over the country and abroad come to learn and enjoy skiing. The thick layer of snow frozen between the tall deodar and pine trees adds to the beauty of this place. #1 Ladakh: The thrill of the snowy desert and the frozen bed of Zanskar 'Chadar Trek' If you like extreme winter adventure and want to experience something different away from the crowd, then traveling to Ladakh during winter can be an exciting decision. Although in winter the temperature here drops several degrees below zero and there is severe cold, but the famous 'Chadar Trek' on the Zanskar River and the view of the frozen blue waters of Pangong Tso Lake can be seen only in the winter season. Welcoming the New Year amid the snowy desert, blue skies and tranquility of Buddhist monasteries will be one of the most exciting experiences of your life. #1 Pay special attention to these things while planning winter vacation. It is very important to keep some important things in mind before setting out on a trip to these beautiful hilly areas in winter. Due to extreme cold and heavy snowfall, sometimes roads are temporarily closed, so get information about weather department updates and road conditions in advance. Keep adequate amount of woolen clothes (thermal wear, jacket, gloves, and woolen cap) with you. If you are going by your personal vehicle, take the help of safe equipment and experienced driver for driving on hilly roads and snowy roads. With these small precautions, your winter holidays will be very enjoyable and safe.
