5 Bollywood-Inspired Hill Stations For A Vacation This Festive Season

Bollywood is very well-known for its picturesque shooting locations. The wondrous destinations have helped the Hindi film industry in commercialising its content even more as it adds a variety and appealing factor for the viewers. No matter what the movie is about, whether it's a hit or a flop, if the shoot locations are beautiful, a movie is halfway in the path of success.

Here are some of the most visually appealing Bollywood movie locations that have caught our eyes. If you are looking for a perfect getaway this festive season, you can choose from these scenic beauties.

Ladakh

One of the most loved filming locations by directors is definitely Ladakh. Films like ‘3 Idiots’, ‘Jab Tak Hai Jaan’, and ‘Lakshay’ have captured the beauty of this place. The famous spots for sightseeing here are Ladakh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Thiksey Monastery, Pangong Tso and Diskit Gompa.

Darjeeling

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If you are looking for a small hill station where you can enjoy sightseeing, Darjeeling, West Bengal is a great option for you. ‘Barfi’ was shot in the hilly lanes of Darjeeling. The movie romanticised the hill station. The Darjeeling toy train service is a tourist attraction there. Additionally, you can visit Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop and Darjeeling ropeway.

Munnar

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Do you remember the gorgeous location of ‘Kashmir Tu Mai Kanyakumari’ of ‘Chennai Express’? The peppy Bollywood number was shot in the breathtaking land of Munnar, Kerala. Munnar is very famous for its waterfalls and greenery covered with step farming lands. The hill station was established in the British era.

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Ooty

Another filming location that the Bollywood directors absolutely adore is Ooty, Tamil Nadu. films including ‘Dil Se’, ‘Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani’ and some scenes of ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ have been shot here. If you are visiting Ooty, you have to visit Avalanche Lake, Ooty Lake, Ooty Botanical Gardens, Kalhatty Waterfalls and Doddabetta Peak.

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Kullu And Manali

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You can spot numerous Himachal Pradesh locations in Bollywood films. However, the favourite of most directors is Manali and parts of Kullu. ‘Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani’ created a buzz about Manali amongst youngsters by presenting its beautiful locations. ‘Jab We Met’ glorified the scenery of Kullu. Here you can go for many treks, and visit temples and waterfalls.