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Places to visit in India during the monsoon season
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Aug-04-2010
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It is understandable that the thoughts of rain and floods can dampen your holiday plans in India, but in reality you do not have to avoid traveling to India during the monsoon season. Travel to those parts of India where there is scanty or no rainfall. This way you can enjoy India tours during monsoon seasons also.
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It is understandable that the thoughts of rain and floods can dampen your holiday plans in India, but in reality you do not have to avoid traveling to India during the monsoon season. Travel to those parts of India where there is scanty or no rainfall. This way you can enjoy India tours during monsoon seasons also.
The main monsoon season in India runs from the month of June to September. Though most part of India receives rain during these months there are few remote destinations in India where you can travel even during monsoons. The following are some of the best monsoon travel destinations in India:
Leh & Ladakh
Leh & ladakh lies near the Indus valley, at the far flung corner of Northern India. Situated at 3505 meters above sea level these destinations are some of the most beautiful places in India.
When you visit this area you will notice that it is bounded by two of the world's largest mountain ranges and is surrounded by alpine forest. Some of the oldest and historic Buddhist monasteries are also present here like the Shanti Stupa. You can also visit the 800 year old Kali Mandir that houses a fascinating collection of masks. You can stop on your way there to spin a huge prayer wheel. The Leh Palace, which was built in traditional Tibetan style, offers a great view of the town so make sure to visit this place. Also take a trip to Thiksey Monastery to see amazing sunset views.
The best time to visit Leh & Ladakh is between the months of May and September. The weather is warm during this time as these places do not experience rain like elsewhere in India.
The Valley of flowers National Park
The dazzling landscape of the Valley of Flowers National Park located in India's northern state of Uttarakhand comes alive during the monsoon season. This high-altitude Himalayan valley has around 300 different varieties of alpine flowers which will appear to you as a bright carpet of color against the snow capped mountain background.
This National Park is only open from the months of April to October. The best time to visit here is from the months of July to August as during this time the flowers are in full bloom after the first monsoon showers. Avoid travelling to this place before the month of July as you will not find any blossomed flowers during this time.
Goa
The state of Goa in India has much more to offer than just the beaches! This place is especially beautiful during the monsoon season (June to September) as it is during this time that nature flourishes here. The rain brings refreshment and romance in Goa and you can taste a traditional flavor of this state.
You can visit the Mollem National Park and Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa. The Dudhsagar Falls and the acclaimed spice plantation in Savoi are the best during the monsoons. Take an evening boat cruise up the Mandovi River from Panaji and enjoy Goa’s historic character-filled buildings while you are in Goa.
Periyar National Park
Periyar is one of the most famous national parks in southern India which extends around the banks of a huge artificial lake. This park is known for its magnificent elephants and you can take a 30 minute elephant rides through the jungle. The best time to visit this park is during the cooler & drier months of October to February. However, the aroma of the moist vegetation during the monsoon also gives it a very special appeal.
Shillong
Popularly referred to as the 'Scotland of East', Shillong is a fitting evocation of a unique natural beauty. Located in the rippling pine covered hills, Shillong enjoys milder climatic condition all through the year. During monsoons, wind whispers through luxurious forests here and the land is rhythmical of music and full of life. The blues and cascading waterfalls will completely enthrall your senses. Due to all these reasons Shillong is a famous monsoon destination in India.
Ranikhet
Tucked at the height of 6,000 feet above the sea level, amidst the charming Kumaon hills, this picturesque little town has forever held its old world charm. This region will offer you the amazing view of the Himalayas. It will provide you an opportunity to enjoy scintillating walks among the cedar and pine trees.
Udaipur
Udaipur was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar in the 16th century. You can enjoy a camel safari here or take a stroll along a pristine lake like the Pichhola Lake which is surrounded by the Aravalli hills at the backdrop. You can get spectacular view of the city of Udaipur and enjoy the rain at the same time if you visit this place during monsoon season.
So these are some of the destinations in India that you can visit during the monsoon season. Ask your travel operator to include these destinations in your India tour package.
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