With winter settling in, several northern hill stations are turning into ideal hotspots for snowfall seekers.

Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir are among the earliest to receive snow, offering fresh white landscapes.

Manali, Solang Valley and Rohtang areas in Himachal Pradesh also remain top choices, with higher reaches already seeing flurries.

In Uttarakhand, Auli, Chopta, Kedarnath and Munsiyari provide excellent chances of witnessing early and mid-season snowfall.

Areas above 2,000–2,500 metres are most likely to experience snow during December–January.

Travellers are advised to check local weather updates, road conditions and carry warm gear while heading to these winter destinations.