Monsoon time is for dancing in the rain, jumping in the puddles, splashing water and enjoying the lovely atmosphere it leaves with. Take a quick day getaway to take full advantage of the rains and book day use hotels.
The fresh smell of nature in the air, water droplets on leaves sums up the perfect site to look at. I would pick up a book, have tea and enjoy the weather when it rains, but sometimes the weather makes me want to take a break for a small vacation. Not all places can give enjoyment in the monsoon season so here’s a list of destinations to visit in the monsoon season.
1. Mahabaleshwar
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The luscious green flora and fauna of Mahabaleshwar is mesmerizing. The beauty and nature of Mahabaleshwar is elevated as the rains hit the land. Mahabaleshwar is known for the best strawberries with which you can also take back some jams and honey with you.
Definitely visit viewpoints for gorgeous scenery, go boating, visit the Pratabgarh fort, the temple and the waterfall. The place is blessed with views trailing everywhere you go. Each site is a picturesque location, you might just become a photographer so pick up a camera and book day use hotels now.
Being the closest hill station to Mumbai every Mubaikar manages time to visit this wonder. Mahabaleshwar is known for its rivers, old temples, waterfalls, deep evergreen woods, spectacular cascades, and breathtaking hills and valleys.
2. Kodaikanal
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The ‘Princess of hills’, this term truly defines Kodaikanal. The surreal views are well accounted for if you cover Kodai Lake, Bear Shola Falls, Pillar Rocks, Thalaiyar Falls, Devil's Kitchen you will be able to see where most of the beauty of this destination lies in. The list goes on with so many lakes and waterfalls in the area, keep exploring Kodaikanal has a lot to offer. Go boating, trekking, rock climbing, sightseeing, rafting, to have the most adventurous day.
3. Shillong
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The average to heavy shower or rain makes it an ideal destination for exploring the many waterfalls in the region along with enjoyment of the divine sight of radiant beauty after the luscious rainfall. It is one of the wettest places on Earth, where better to enjoy the rains.
Plenty of tourists come to this place, the major tourist attractions here are Nohsngithiang Falls, Elephant falls, Shillong peak, Umiam lake, Laitlum, canyons, Cherrapunjee, Wards lake etc. The everlasting beauty of the lakes and peaks will make you want to just stay.
The village is known for its orange honey and limestone caverns. Do eat the momos here, they are locally famous around where they serve it with different sauces, even the pineapples taste really good. Tungrymbai, best eaten with roti or bread is something you will not find outside North India. Popular food areas are the local city center and poliza bazaar, you will find tasty moderately priced food here.
4. Pondicherry
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Prime time to visit Pondicherry is in the monsoons as Sri Aurobindo's birthday is commemorated with a celebration across the city. The endless activities make each moment unparalleled like scuba diving, kayaking, paintball, surfing etc.
The gorgeous sceneries and beaches are what every traveler looks for. The cuisine, drinks have a french touch to it. The french touch is also seen in the white town with architectural beauty with cobbled streets and typical mustard houses. The place is aesthetically pleasing to the eyes.
The beaches are crystal clear, the feeling of being in this place takes one to another dimension of happiness. You can go on a solo trip here, with your partner or with family; it is a place where everyone will have fun. It is a beautiful honeymoon destination as it is filled with romantic views.
5. Wayanad
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The ‘Green Paradise’ district in the state of Kerala is an underrated destination, let me tell you why. The place offers numerous camping and hiking trails, caves, bird watching sites, flora, fauna with ravishing views. The sights are appealing to the eyes with the natural beauty of mother Earth in this location.
When visiting, take a dip in the Kalindi river, trek to the valley of clouds, and visit the viewpoints in the area. Locals are the best tour guides so ask people about popular places around. It contains a lot of stunning valleys, adventurous hiking paths, and much more, making it a sensory delight.
Now you know where you are going to spend your next Sunday, book day use hotels now and enjoy the magnificent view that rains bring in these places. You won’t realize how soothing it feels to enjoy the monsoon until you visit these Top 5 places. Spending even 5 minutes will lift your vibrations which is exactly the kind of day trip you need.