KUMAON, UTTARAKHAND
The less frequented side of Uttarakhand in the Himalayas provides welcome respite from the heat and the crowds further south of India. A former British Raj-era annex, the region, which extends from the Gangetic plains up to Tibet, is famous for its colonial hill stations with houses that were build in that era now transformed into charming resorts. Modern, luxury digs like The Kumaon in Binsar and The Shakti Kumaon ensure that things don’t get too twee. Meanwhile, brace yourself for sweeping vistas of Kumaon’s rugged beauty, village walks, hiking trails and a chance to get in touch with your inner Sattva.
