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Be it winter or summer, a large number of tourists reach the hilly areas. In fact, while people come to enjoy snowfall in winter, in summer people go to places like Uttarakhand and Himachal to get relief from the heat, but what if in your trip you get to see a magnificent view of snow-covered mountains along with greenery. There are some such places in India where snow remains even in summer. You can plan a trip here in the month of May.
Snow covered mountains in the distance, cool breeze…if you get to see such a spectacular view even in summer, then you get a refreshing kick which will take away your stress. If you are also planning a trip to get relief from this hectic life and scorching heat, then know at which places you can see snow.
Khardung La of Ladakh
If you want to go amidst snow covered mountains in summer, then you should go to Khardung in Ladakh. This is one of the highest motorable roads in the world. This is the gateway connecting Leh to Nubra and Shyok valleys. There is snow everywhere even in summer, but one needs to keep in mind that permits will have to be taken and health will also have to be taken care of, because due to the altitude there is a lack of oxygen.
Spiti Valley
If you want to enjoy snow in summer, then you can go to Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh. This place is also called cold desert. The major passes here like Kunzum Pass remain covered with snow even in summer. Apart from this, the most attractive point here is Chandratal Lake. Where every tourist who comes here dreams of going.
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Gulmarg of Kashmir
If we talk about beautiful valleys then how can Kashmir be forgotten? Be it summer or winter, it is always amazing to come here. In summer you can see snow in Gulmarg of Kashmir. Although there is no snowfall here during the summer season, but snow remains accumulated on the higher peaks here, like the snow already accumulated on Afarvat Peak, you can enjoy adventure activities. Even in summer the temperature here remains between 15 to 25 degrees Celsius.
Rohtang Pass
In winter, people go to Shimla, Kullu and Manali for snowfall, but if you want to see snow in summer, then you can go to Rohtang near Manali. This is a high-altitude point which remains covered with snow even during the summer season. Here you can enjoy everything from snow scooter to skiing and snowfall.
Explore Yumthang Valley
Yumthang Valley, about 124 kilometers away from Gangtok in the Indian state of Sikkim, is also a place where you can see snow even in summer. It is also known as “Valley of Flowers”. Snow can be seen throughout the year at the zero point here. To go here you need to take a permit.
