Best places to visit this monsoon

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Monsoon in most parts of India begins in first June and continues till September end. It is one of the best times of the year to savour the beauty of the most exotic places in India that offer more than you ask for during the monsoon season. The clouds, rain, waterfalls, etc. make the trip exciting and adventurous. The water becomes clear, the greenery on the mountain increases, and the water droplets in the river and the lakes look mesmerising. Here, we have compiled a list of the most beautiful places in India that you should visit this monsoon:

Lonavala, Maharashtra

Climatethe wet season is warm, oppressive, and overcast and the dry season is hot and mostly clear
Nearest AirportMumbai Airport
Nearest Railway StationKhandala Railway Station
Major AttractionsDella Adventure Park, Bhushi Dam, Bhaja Caves, Tiger Point, Karla Caves, Lion’s Point, Kune Falls, etc.
Activities to doTrekking, sightseeing, photography, camping, horse riding, shopping, etc.
Elevation624m
How to reach?It is well-connected to all major cities via road, rail and air. Take a cab or taxi from the nearest railway station or airport. It is 83km from Mumbai.

With the arrival of the monsoon, Lonavla becomes one of the most beautiful places to visit as the Sahyadri mountain ranges turn into a lush green landscape with breathtaking waterfalls and a pleasant climate. It is a perfect getaway for those who love to spend time with nature.

Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu

Climatethe subtropical climate, warm in summers, quite cool in winters
Nearest AirportMadurai Airport
Nearest Railway StationPalani Junction
Major AttractionsBerijam lake, Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park, Silver Cascade Falls, Pillar Rocks, Bear Shola Falls, Coaker’s Walk, Guna Cave or Devil’s Kitchen, Moir Point, Dolphin’s Nose, Thalaiyar Falls, etc.
Activities to doTrekking, sightseeing, photography, boating, camping, shopping, etc.
Elevation2133m
How to reach?Madurai Airport is 135km from Kodaikanal and 64km from the nearest railway station. Take a cab or taxi from the nearest railway station or airport.

Kodaikanal is called the princess of hill stations and it is one of the most beautiful tourist places to visit during the monsoon season. The place has many waterfalls, lakes, lush green vegetation and an enchanting landscape consisting of ghats and hills.

Shillong, Meghalaya

ClimateThe Winter season is quite chilly, warm and temperate summer
Nearest AirportUmroi Airport or Shillong Airport
Nearest Railway StationGuwahati Railway Station
Major AttractionsUmiam Lake, Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls, Laitlum Canyons, Ward’s Lake, Lady Hydari Park, Air Force Museum, Phan Nonglait Park, Sweet Falls, Sohpetbneng Peak, Mawphlang Sacred Forest, etc.
Activities to doshopping at Police Bazar, Hangout at Nokrek National Park, Enjoy Rock Music, Stay in a treehouse, Rock climbing, Golfing, etc.
Elevation1525m
How to reach?Guwahati railway station is the nearest junction which is 135km from Shillong. Take a cab or taxi from here.

Shillong is known as the Scotland of the East and it is one of the top travel destinations in India during the monsoon season. Shillong, which is already known for its beautiful green forest and water bodies, becomes mesmerising during the rainy season. The best thing to do around Shillong during the monsoon is to enjoy the beauty of the place in a car or taxi.

Coorg, Karnataka

Climatepleasant climate, with a temperature averaging about 15˚C through most of the year
Nearest AirportMangalore Airport
Nearest Railway StationMysore Railway Station
Major AttractionsKaveri River, Madikeri Fort, Golden Temple, Nagarhole national park, Raja’s Seat, Abbey Falls, etc.
Activities to doTrekking, Food Tour, Coffee Plantation Tour, Camping, Homestays, Jeep Safari, Hiking, Quad Biking, Wildlife Safari, Bird Watching, etc.
Elevation1150m
How to reach?It takes 5 hours from Bangalore via road. Mangalore airport is 140km from here. Mysore Railway station is 107km from Coorg. Take a taxi or cab from these points.

It is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Karnataka. It is known for its beautiful coffee plantations and during the monsoon season, Abbey and Job waterfalls slow at the full pace. Therefore, if you love adventurous tours and sports then a visit to Coorg should be on your bucket list.

Munnar, Kerala

Climatethe wet season is muggy and overcast, the dry season is partly cloudy, and it is a comfortable year-round
Nearest AirportCochin International Airport
Nearest Railway StationCochin Railway Station
Major AttractionsWonder Valley Adventure and Amusement Park, Echo Point, Attukad Waterfalls, Tea Museum, Tea Gardens, Eravikulam National Park, etc.
Activities to doShout Out at the Echo Point, Enjoy a Shikhara Ride at Kundala Dam & Lake, Explore the tea gardens, Visit rose gardens, wildlife safari, mountain biking, etc.
Elevation1532m
How to reach?Munnar is 130km from Cochin and it takes 3 hours and 40 minutes to reach here via road.

Munnar is known as the Paradise of Kerala and this particular hill station turns into a magical landscape during the rainy season. Being part of the Western Ghats, it houses many tea gardens, Hill stations, national parks, etc. All in all, the place is almost crowd-free and the walk through the tea gardens is totally mesmerising.

Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand

ClimateCool climate throughout with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 20°C
Nearest AirportJolly Grant Airport, Dehradun
Nearest Railway StationDehradun Railway station
Major AttractionsHemkund Sahib, Ghangaria, Gaurikund, Bedini Bugyal, Badrinath Temple, Govindghat, Vasudhara Falls, etc.
Activities to dotrekking, photography, visiting temples, and rivers taking a walk through nature, etc.
Elevation3600m
How to reach?The nearest bus stand is Govindghat which is 18km from Valley of Flowers. Take a cab or taxi from the nearest airport or railway station.

It is one of the most beautiful places on earth that you will visit in your lifetime. And a visit during the monsoon is a cherry on the top as it is the best time to enjoy the lovely and beautiful site of the flowers, the hill, the clouds, and the lush green vegetation. For people who love trekking, Valley of Flowers is the perfect place for an adventurous and thrilling tour.

Alleppey, Kerala

Climatetemperate and humid
Nearest AirportCochin International Airport
Nearest Railway StationAlleppey Railway Station
Major AttractionsAlappuzha Beach, Marari Beach, Punnapra Beach, Vembanad Lake, Pathiramanal, Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple, Mullakkal Rajeshwari Temple, Alleppey Lighthouse, Pandavan Rock, etc.
Activities to doboating, canoeing, kayaking, parasailing, cruising on houseboats, photography, shopping, etc.
Elevation11m
How to reach?The nearest airport and railway stations are well connected via road

During the monsoon season, Allepey turns into one of the most beautiful places in Kerala as the lakes, rivers, canals are filled with crystal clear water. Allepey is also known for its Ayurvedic treatment and in Ayurveda, it is said that monsoon is the best time to undergo such treatments. At this point in time, the weather is moist, cool and dust-free.

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