BENGALURU: The slushy weather is too much to bear? Planning for a Holiday, not too sure of where to head over to? Then here are ten splendid destinations in India to visit this July, reports holidify.
Shillong, Meghalaya
The capital city of Meghalaya, is a home to several waterfalls and is fondly known as the Scotland of the East. Shillong receives heavy rainfalls during the monsoon and the rainy season usually lasts longer than in the rest of India. An umbrella is, therefore, a necessity when packing your bags, this July. Although people avoid the monsoon, it is generally this time when the city is clean and waterfalls are in full strength. The best way to go about in Shillong is on foot. The city itself is small and can be easily covered walking and exploring hills and the people. The riotous mist around the hills, the soothing lakes and magnificent waterfall is must to do on your travel list.
Ladakh, J&K
Ladakh is a land of endless discoveries, you don’t just visit this place, you just live it! June- September is the best time to be touring. The gigantic mountains and the pristine valleys is just an enchanted place that is amid the global chaos of the new century. The vibrant culture and the iconic sights of Ladakh just leave you mesmerized. For all the road junkies, Leh to Ladakh is a must road trip to do in a lifetime.
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Coorg
Coorg is one of India’s famous travel destination and has been called the Scotland of India by the British and also called as the Kashmir of South India. The place has become a latest tourist hot spot and people from all over the world visit Coorg. Tourists get fascinated by the colorful scenery, wooded slopes, undulating landscape and quaint villages of Coorg. During the monsoon, the lush misty mountains and scenic landscapes cover themselves in different shades of greens and the colorful flower is just a treat to your eyes.
Kerala
This place situated in arms of the Malabar Coast, is the paradise for the monsoons. With the Lush green and rejuvenating ecology, this state is truly blessed with its picturesque natural beauty. The cruise in the backwaters is a must to do. The monsoon really exaggerates the beauty of this place, be it the cruise or the pampering time at the Ayurveda Spa, or even a stroll amidst the luxury beaches, the holiday is indeed a well spent one!
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Gangtok
Gangtok is the land of monasteries, the place is situated amidst the Shivalik ranges. This town is buzzed with tourist from all over the world for its pleasant and soothing atmosphere. Gangtok is a perfect destination for nature lovers. The Kanchenjunga mountain peak, just offers an amazing view of the area. While enjoying the vacations between the hills, you could also visit the Rumtek Monastery, Enchey Monastery, Do-drul Chorten, and Dodrupchen Monastery.
Konkan Railways
The best train journey anyone could experience is the Konkan express journey. The scenic beauty just leaves you spellbound. The undulating beauty runs all through Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka. Just after the Thokur railway station in the southern Karnataka and just before Mangalore at the junction with Southern Railway’s line from the Panambur yard the rain passes through some of the amazing scenic spots in this part of the country. All of this comes out even more exotic in the monsoons.
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Darjeeling
Spread in ribbons over a steep mountain ridge, encircled by emerald-green tea plantations and towered over by the prominent Kanchenjunga (8598m), Darjeeling is the ultimate Indian hill station. Being one of West Bengal’s premier location, the place promises some best exploration for travel junkies. The tiger hills, just gives you the best experience of the dawn. Also the ‘toy train” is a famous tourist spot as it is recognized by UNESCO as a Heritage site. Although, the place has so much to offer with its splendid scenery, it is also an amazing place to learn the authentic tea making skills.
Ooty: The Queen of Hills
Nestled in the mountainous region of the Nilgiris, is a hill station which is prominent to be visit during the monsoon. The lush green countryside greets you with a pleasant weather and with a view to die for. There a lot of things to do in Ooty, like visit the Botanical garden, Tea factory, Doddabeta Peak, Dolphin’s nose, Sims park and many more.
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Kodaikanal
The name itself means “Gift of the forest”, this hill station in the southern India is perched of towering hills and surrounded by the Western Ghats makes it more pristine. Kodaikanal is known for its magnificent panoramas, waterfalls and emerald lakes. The place is known for its romantic ambience and colonial charm, making it a perfect honeymoon destination.
Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh
This place is a desert mountain valley with Buddhism dominating the area and is known as “A Little Tibet”. Though the place is deprived of rain even in the monsoon, the place is a definitely a home to many trekking ideas. The aqua colors of water just add jewels to the pristine beauty all around Spiti Valley. Make sure you make the right acclimatization, because mountain sickness due to the high altitude is likely to happen.
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