Catch Monsoon at Its Best 

India’s Top 10 Monsoon Destinations.

However the global destination India reputed to be the land for all seasons for all reasons, the season of rain drops and rainbows is the land’s favorite.  The Land of Natural Diversity comes alive during monsoon with its green carpeted landscapes, awakened mountains, charming waterfalls, alluring lakes and stunning country side.  When the much awaited monsoon reaches the land it is turns into a celebration of natural beauty, culture and wildlife.  From the splendid valleys of Kashmir to elegant beaches of Kanyakumari, the country is the best place to feel the magical moments of monsoon. A visit to India during this monsoon will probably refresh your body and rejuvenate your soul and senses as the land is dotted with captivating monsoon holiday destinations.  

Here we shall talk about India’s top monsoon gateways, where one can grab the best of monsoon this season.

•      Valley Of Flowers, Uttarakhand

If Himalayas had to pick its favorite valley it is the valley of flowers. During monsoon days the stunning landscape comes alive as the picturesque valley’s 300 varieties of wild flowers seen in full bloom. The Valley of Flowers, a national park in the Garwal region of Uttarakhand is only open from April to October as it's covered in snow the rest of the year.The bright colors, green hills, foggy clouds, mystic aroma and snowcapped mountain backgrounds make it a perfect place to visit in India during monsoon. If you are in love with hiking and exploring nature, it is your favorite as you have to track up a 17km steep mountain trail to get there.

•      Goa

You are absolutely mistaken if you think Goa has nothing much to offer than just beaches. Surprisingly there are some spectacular scenery to explore, vibrant monsoon festivals to take part in, and fishing to try your luck at as well. The lush country side is still keep its virgin beauty. Chasing the monsoon’s beauty through the lush forests and across waterfalls and streams at picturesque Chorla Ghats, Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary and Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary in incredible experience. Traditional Bonderam flag festival is more of a violent festival held towards the beginning September. More over one of countries highest Dudhsagar Waterfalls is a spectacular sight during the monsoon.

•      Leh-Ledakh, Jammu & Kashmir

For those fell in love with nature it is truly the heaven on earth. The Himalayan paradise enchants many with the virgin beauty of its shimmering lakes, gurgling rivers, proud mountains, historic monasteries and all the more the loving people. Trekking to Ladakh’s terrains is considered to be the best all Himalayan trekking experience. , Ladakh is in the rain shadow area where you can  take yourself in the various colors of the Pangong Lake or take a adventurous drive up the Magnetic Hill. This ex-Buddhist kingdom have much to offer from fascinating monasteries of Hemis, Shey, Alchi to virgin Tibetan village of Lamayuru and Thikse which wonders many with is charm and diverse attractions and events.

•      Coorg, Karnataka

A trip to the Scotland of India, the most astonishing land nestled in the lap of western Ghats is second to none when we talk about best monsoon experience. the unspoiled ‘county of million’ hills is a heaven far away from country’s bustling cities. India’s coffee bowl let you sip freshly brewed coffee while watching the mist roll in from the hills. Sandwiched between Karnataka and Kerala, Coorg or Kodagu as it is known is about 1500 Meters above sea level with acres of coffee and tea plantations , orange groves and lush forests. The land of three wildlife sanctuary and Nagarhole national park is no less ideal for trekkers. When you are in ‘south India’s Kashmir do visit Talakaveri-where the River Kaveri originates and have a fun dancing under  the Abbey Falls. And you can also explore your spiritual side at Omkareshwara Temple along with beautiful island of Nisargadama, Tibetan Monastery complex and local planters club in Medikeri. Get  youself warmed with traditional massages from Coorg’s   best resorts like Orange County and Taj’s Vivanta.

•      Konkan, Maharashtra

A visit to beautiful Konkan shores in the monsoon is like transcending in to a heaven of nature. I myself sat dropping my jaws many a times when my train passes through Konkan shores. All though Konkan region remains green carpeted through the year, the beauty is even more during monsoon. During monsoon season Konkan towns Consisting of Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg turns into tourist hubs with heavy traffic of domestic and international tourist come to celebrate monsoon. Mouthwatering Konkan cuisine to scenic beaches of Kashid, Revdanda, Murud, Harihareshwar, Diveagar or Ratnagiri. Konkan has lot much to enchant monsoon lovers. A stroll through the virgin Konkan villages makes you feel the true fragrance of nature.

•      Munnar, Kerala

Munnar, lying on the windward side of Western Ghats is a mist-clad hill station that offers most magical monsoon experience of nature in all its virgin beauty.1600 M above sea level, this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British kingdom in south India. Munnar wonders one with its monsoon glory of sprawling tea plantations, green carpeted mountains, aromatic spice gardens and rich hospitality.  Apart from spice and tea plantations the area studded with waterfalls, picturesque viewpoints rich flora. You can see rare flower like the Neelakurinji blooming here. However this flower blooms once every 12 years and colors the hill in blue. When you are at Munnar never miss The Kundale tea plantation an area surrounded by a lovely lake along with little town of Mattupetty and Eravikulam National Park.

 

•      Spiti Valley,Himachal Pradesh

Spiti Valley the region of nature at its best is nestled between the state of Himachal Pradesh and Tibet.’ The little Tibet ‘or ‘the Middle country’ drowns thousands and thousands of explorers and wanderers for its rich spiritual prosperity and cultural diversity. The Lahaul-Spiti valleys are deep in nature and offer many popular adventures sports and activities such as Skiing, Yak safari Himalaya trekking and the exotic wildlife trails. Besides showcasing breathtaking views and scenery, the valley is a untouched land of mountain peaks, Buddhist monasteries and Tibetan villages along with some high altitude Himalayan lakes. The Spiti valley’s incredible beauty is characterized by narrow valleys and high mountains.

•      Kodaikanal, Tamilnadu

Nicknamed as the most charming hill-station of India, it is during monsoons that The Princess of hill stations turns magical when it rains in the picturesque Palani hills of Western Ghats. Kodaikanal Means ‘The Gift of Forests’. Orchards of pear trees, mighty rocks, enhancing waterfalls and beautiful lakes will be the ones that welcome you as you enter the Kodai town. Your visit to the sprawling Kodai lake will never let you breath for a while which is surrounded by lush green trees and meadows. The scenic beauty, tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking weather of Kodai Land will truly captivate your hearts. Go spiritual at Kurinji Andaver Temple, a temple from where you eye can a panoramic view of the stark Palani Hills. Board a peddling boat at Kodaikanal’s boating club, take a leisure walk through the upper Palani Shola to reach kodaikanal’s favorite Berujam Lake.

• Aleppey, Kerala

The God’s Own Country’s charming backwater destination. Known as the Venice Of The East, Aleppy Of Alappuzha is noted for its most beautiful backwaters ,boat races ,beaches ,marine products and coir industry and all the more its appetizing Kerala cuisine. Alappuzha is the home to Kuttanad the rice bowl of Kerala, Which is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level. With labyrinth of waterways, Aleppy extorted by travelers as the South India’s most exotic monsoon destination. As the venue for world renowned Nehru trophy boat race, these backwaters come alive during the month of august every year. A houseboat journey is the ideal way to soak in the delights of rustic Alappuzha.

• Shillong, Meghalaya

Monsoon would love to be in romance with you here in Meghalaya.  The nature blessed capital of ‘Scotland of India’ turns into heaven in the monsoon though it gets rainfall year round. The land where you can catch the clouds is decked with flower beds in different hues, spawling tea gardens, breathtaking waterfalls and deep valleys. Shillong is surrounded by picturesque valleys of Khasi and Jayanti hills, adorned by numerous waterfalls and offer a panoramic view of green natural scenery. A walk along the pine groves of Lady Hydari Par or a leisurely boat ride on the still waters in the Ward Lake will be a rejuvenating and refreshing experience.