There should be no reason why you should stay cooped up at home and enjoy the rains only from your window! We bring to you 5 of the most beautiful places to visit this season.
Don’t let the rains dampen your holiday spirit. If you are planning a visit to someplace that is scenic but not very crowded with tourists, here are 5 of the best, albeit offbeat, places in India you can visit without worrying about getting flooded in the torrential rains that tend to capture parts of India during the month of August.
Agumbe, Karnataka: A location that served to be the setting for our favorite TV adaptation of Malgudi Days, Agumbe is also also well known for its vanilla-flavored tea. Thanks to the mid-monsoon season, you will see waterfalls scattered all across the mountains and valleys that make this place number 1 on our list of holiday destinations.
Lahaul-Sipti, Himachal Pradesh: One of the most sparsely populated areas in the country, these valleys will really make you feel like you are sitting on the lap of nature. Bonus points for those who like adventure activities like Skiing and wildlife trails!
Mandu, Madhyapradesh: This one is for all our architecture lovers! The city of ruins, in the monsoon, this place creates the perfect setting to study the beautifully-structured domes and minarets.
Goa: We know that this feature doesn’t require a lot of advertising, but some of you may question our sanity for putting Goa in our list of monsoon holiday destinations. But, hear us out! Though the party scene might not be at its highest, the calm beaches and less-crowded cafes really set the mood for those who like to travel in solitude. Need more convincing? Hotel and lodging prices are slashed down by half, thanks to the rains!
Panchgani, Maharashtra: Known for its boarding schools and Mapro gardens, Panchgani is the ideal place to visit during the monsoon! Dew-covered, lush green landscapes and a sheer abundance of strawberries should be enough to persuade you pack your bags and visit this hill station that is also known as the Queen of Love and Beauty!
What are you waiting for, then? Go get ready for that road trip!
