Top 6 Oldest Mountain Ranges in India You Must Visit

Mysteries - what humans' curious minds seek to know and the story of Earth's geological past is filled with them. In India there are mountain ranges that are over 3 billion years old, older than the Himalayas themselves. These ranges are not only ancient but hotspots of giant biodiversity, making them today popular tourist destinations. This article brings names and stories of the six oldest Indian mountain ranges that every explorer, traveller and nature lover should explore.


This mountain range is about 3.2 billion years old or you can call it from the pre-Cambrian era. Extended largely across four states of India large Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat and Delhi. Major attractions of this mountain range are Mount Abu, Guru Shikhar Peak which is 1722 m in length and Sariska Tiger Reserve. It was once taller than the Himalayas but now it is heavily eroded. This mountain range is rich in zinc and copper deposits.
The Vindya mountain range is about 1000 million years old. Which stretches across Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Known for its mythological significance as it is believed to have divided North and South India. It is home to the Bhimbetka rock shelters, a UNESCO World Heritage site that dates back to 30,000 years.

This mountain range is 1 billion years old and lies between the Narmada and Tapti rivers. Tourists visit this range due to the famous Satpura National Park and Pachmarhi Hill Station. This mountain range was formed due ot volcanic eruption and now it is dense with teak forests.

This is the ancient biodiversity belt old about 150 million years old, which one also older than the Himalayas. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site that stretches 1600 km from Gujarat to Kerala. More than 7400 species of plants and animals call this area their home. Major peaks of this range are Anamudi of 2695 m and the Agasthyamalai Hills.

Eastern Ghats or the broken hills whose age is around 2.5 billion years. Extended along Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The range is intersected by rivers like Godavari and Krishna decorate the range with rugged beauty. Famous spots of this valley are Araku Valley, Simlipal Hills and Mahendragiri Peak.


This is the eastern extension of the Himalayas whose age is around 60 million years, covering states like Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram. This is known for its mesmerising beauty of rolling and lush hills along with diverse tribal cultures. Some key peaks of this valley are the Blue Mountains or Phawnpui and Dzukou Valley ( a trekking paradise).

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