With the temperature finally taking a dip in the last few weeks in Delhi, we can happily say that winter has arrived for us Delhiites.
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If you are shivering already, here is a list of some of the coldest places in the country.
1. Drass Sector, Kargil: (5 to -6 degrees)
Experiencing an altitude-influenced Mediterranean climate, Drass is the coldest place in India with temperature dropping to -50 degrees in some parts.
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2. Siachen Glacier, Karakorum Range (-2 to -25 degrees)
Opened for civilians after 35 years, Siachen – the world’s highest battlefield at one stage – is a glacier located in the eastern Karakoram range in the Himalayas.
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3. Matayen, Kargil (0 to -20 degrees)
A district lying 80 kms away from central Kargil, Matayen is one of the coldest regions and one of the most inhospitable places for trekking.
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4. Kaza, Spiti Valley (0 to -16 degrees)
The beautiful destination leading to the Chandratal Lake is one of the coldest places on Earth during winter.
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5. Kufri, Himachal Pradesh (0 to -4 degrees)
A popular hill station, Kufri lies in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh.
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6. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh (10 to -8 degrees)
Lying at the east of Bhutan, Tawang has many picturesque hills to make your trip a happening once.
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7. Munsiyari, Uttarakhand (5 to -15 degrees)
Lying in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, Munsiyari is one of the most beautiful and breathtaking hill stations in India.
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8. Hemkund, Uttarakhand (-8 to -14 degrees)
Popular for the Sikh shrine Hemkund Sahib Ji, this place is a favourite for pilgrims as well as enthusiasts who want some time off in an isolated yet beautiful hilly destination.
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9. Leh, Ladakh (-9 to -14 degrees)
One of the most commercialized places on this planet, Leh is still a picturesque affair surrounded by barren mountains from all directions.
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10. Yumthang Valley, Sikkim (3 to -5 degrees)
Situated in the cleanest state of India, Yumthang Valley is known for a breathtaking flower valley apart from being one of the coldest regions in the country.
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11. Kunzum Pass, Spiti (0 to -10 degrees)
Bridging the Lahaul Valley and Spiti Valley, Kunzum pass is the place to be if you intend to trek towards Spiti.
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12. Amarnath, Jammu & Kashmir (5 to -6 degrees)
Popular for the Shree Amarnath Cave Temple, a Hindu shrine, Amarnath is situated 141 kms away from Srinagar.
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13. Western Sikkim (8 to 1 degrees)
Coming back to Sikkim, the western half is as breathtaking as the North.
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14. Rohtang Pass, Manali (5 to -6 degrees)
One of the highest motorable passes in the country, Rohtang Pass lies on the eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas.
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15. Srinagar, Kashmir (4 to -8 degrees)
Known as the summer capital of Kashmir, Srinagar is famous for the clean and frigid Dal Lake.
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16. Sonamarg, Jammu & Kashmir (5 to -8 degrees)
Known as the most beautiful place – thus the name Sonamarg (meaning golden land) – this hill station lies 80-km northeast of Srinagar.
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17. Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir (5 to -7 degrees)
Situated in the Pir Panjal Range of the western Himalayas, Gulmarg is a popular skiing destination that is also covered entirely in snow during the winter season.
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So Delhi isn’t that cold after all. The list made me feel much better about my location. Sigh!