Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Mumbai International Airport, a gateway to top 5 Mountain destinations for travellers While the year went by stuck within the four walls of our homes, little did we notice the transformations taking place outside the window. The serene mountain ranges across the country were one such set of natural hotspots that witnessed a makeover of its own with the newest additions to the vegetation and the wildlife diversity. Mumbai International Airport takes you straight to these high ranges for your next mountain trips from Mumbai.

1. Assam Guwahati remains a favourite among mountain lovers across . Apart from the world-renowned Shivalik Hills situated at the banks of Brahmaputra River, Assam is also blessed with natural spots with unique wildlife and lush forests. The gateway to the Northeast, Guwahati offers an easy access to the nearby Assam cities and the neighbouring Meghalayan range as well. So, pack your bags and catch direct flights with IndiGo and SpiceJet from Mumbai International Airport to Guwahati.

2. Amritsar The cultural hub, Amritsar, is known for the rich heritage and mix of the old and the new but what is also fascinating is the distinct spot on the map which makes Amritsar closest to some of the top mountain ranges. The lush forests clad peaks are home to the most rolling green hills of the world famous Kullu and Manali ranges makes Amritsar a top pick among nature lovers. While the growing favourites like Dharamshala nearby also add to the allure of travelling to Amritsar among others. Take a trip with Air India and IndiGo on your next trip to Amritsar from Mumbai International Airport.

3. Jammu & The snow-capped peaks, and the snow-clad mountains of Jammu are forever the crown jewels to the Indian topography. Enclosed with the and the range, the dense forest and scenic valleys significantly adds to the vistas of this heaven on Earth. The majestic Kashmir valleys are ideal for all your trekking and skiing cravings. The shikara rides and the walks across the picturesque valleys are an experience that remains unmatched. Mumbai International Airport, around the year has direct flights to Jammu with IndiGo and Go First to help you experience the serenity on your next trip.

4. Ladakh is known for the famous High Passes and a landscape with unparalleled natural beauty. The cold desserts and the alpine meadows are distinct attractions that offers. , Marsimik La, and are one of the highest motorable passes and continue to attract bikers and enthusiasts from all across. While the Frozen River Trek/Chadar Trek are the top trekking destinations for mountaineering and trekking. Mumbai International Airport has direct flights with Go First and IndiGo to Leh to make experience the high-altitude adrenaline firsthand.

5. Chandigarh The heartland of vibrancy and colour, Amritsar is the ultimate traveller’s delight. With the famous Kullu and Manali ranges nearby, Chandigargh gives you the chance to travel to the scenic hills of Himachal and Uttrakhand. Merely an hour’s drive away are the Morni Hillls lying lusciously as a quick getaway from Chandigarh. The range of hill stations lying on the Chandigarh-Shimla route add to the host of hill stations that travellers can get access to. Now you can enjoy the marvels of these hilly landscapes too with direct flights Vistara, IndiGo and Go First to Chandigarh from Mumbai International Airport.

The country’s gearing up to pack their bags again and head to the hills. As the vaccination drives across the world gain momentum, travellers are getting all set to venture into the journeys that are unfinished and the paths that remain unexplored.

**Passengers are requested to check & adhere to the testing and quarantine norms outlined for a safe travel experience for all.

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About Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL): Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) is managed by Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, the flagship company of the globally diversified Adani Group. MIAL is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) venture between AAHL, holding a majority stake of 74%, and the Airports Authority of India, holding the rest 26%. AAHL aims to converge India’s biggest cities in a hub and spoke model through the Group's proven strength in developing and managing complex transport & logistics hubs.

With a strong understanding of modern-day mobility requirements, the Adani Group’s vision for MIAL is to reinvent Mumbai International Airport as India’s biggest aerotropolis, where the traditional airport nucleus of passenger and cargo infrastructure will be reinforced by interdependent clusters of commercial and residential infrastructure to create the nation's busiest airport ecosystem.

MIAL has been further envisioned as a global air-travel focal point where domestic and international flyers actively engage in business and leisure supported by metropolitan expansion that catalyses aviation-linked businesses and employment opportunities. At MIAL, we intend to create distinctiveness with an experiential offering that puts Mumbai first.