Officially the season of monsoon is here, the season which refreshes the environment with green lush scenic views. There are various places to get the essence of your first monsoon and why not after scratchy heat it is the time to head out and start exploring the beauty of the world once again!
Season of rain is all about embracing the charming atmosphere. Catching a glimpse of mother nature in its pure original and not forgetting to savour oneself with some authentic rainy delicacies. Among various places to get the essence of your first monsoon, each place is unique and showcases its beautiful side of nature that you can’t resist capturing scenic moments.
Being a Mumbiakar, Barish and I have always been in a cross-connection. Rains have never fascinated me, but the weather that rain brings with itself is something that makes my heart dance! That first essence of wet mud, the chills of the cold breeze and the sound of pitter-patter and me sitting on my balcony was just the perfect scene. Currently writing this blog and craving it so badly…
Monsoon is favourable weather to plan your trips to various places to get the essence of your first monsoon. In this blog, I have listed down the top 10 places where you can get your first essence of monsoon and say hello to the rainy getaways in style. Keep reading further to plan your next rainy trip!
Munnar, Kerala
Welcome yourself to the land of lush green escapes and tea gardens. Where all your nose can feel is the essence of tea leaves making your heart go swirl. Yes, this is Munnar, one of the renowned hill stations of Kerala. It will give you such breathtaking views that you won’t be able to resist capturing the blissful moments in your library of memories.
Lonavala, Maharashtra
Mumbai and Barish have different connections which cannot be forgotten. Though Monsoon might be just a season for the rest of the country, when it comes to Mumbai it is a deep urge of emotion. Just approx 3 hours away from Mumbai is a favourite getaway settled in the western ghats, the town of Lonavala. Being in Mumbai and not visiting Lonavala during rainy holidays can turn out to be unlucky for you. Get your first essence of monsoon in Lonavala with a lavish green and refreshing environment.
Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
When it comes to rain, northeast India is not much behind. The wettest region of the country Cherrapunji shows its true colour during the rainy season. Although it rains all around the year, in monsoon there is gloomy weather that attracts you towards itself and makes you go lost in this true monsoon paradise of the country.
Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand
If there could be any state which is pure, surreal and filled with serene vibes then it is Uttrakhand. Get your essence of monsoon here in the valley of flowers which blooms to the fullest as the first threshold of rains comes and energises the dry valley giving back its colours and making your eyes feel the satisfaction of watching nature glow in its original form.
Coorg, Karnataka:
Welcome to the Scotland of India! A getaway from Bangalore which treats you with its blissful atmosphere and lets you enjoy the cold breeze. During Monsoon, Coorg showcases its pure form of beauty which lets your heart crave a hot cup of Coffee with picturesque views that print an ultimate image on your mind that can never be rusted!
Alleppey, Kerala:
Sailing through the backwaters is definitely a good idea, but getting an opportunity to live on the same is exceptional. Say hello to the backwaters of Kerala in Alleppey as you sail through one of the key aspects that attract you towards God’s Own Country! With a life that revolves around nature, rebound with yourself and let your eyes seize the beauty from dusk till dawn.
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Enjoy the cool, misty and lovely weather of Kodaikanal as you pave your way towards the essence of the first monsoon here. Kodaikanal is a small hill town in the interiors of Tamil Nadu. With the abundance of cliffs, valleys and beautiful trails find yourself living and understanding the importance of nature at this very right place.
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Walk through the narrow pavements of Udaipur as you handle your umbrella dangling through your hands. While the entire state of royalty attains the scorching heat, this white city welcomes rain in style. The view and the naturistic picturesque scenes create such a magical environment that you all desire for just an easing moment where you create an anecdote which is never allowed to get rusted.
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Settled in the east, but proudly defined as the shining armour of the west, Darjeeling is a quaint hill town known for its mountainous regions, chills of cold breeze and essence of tea plantation that swirls your heart as you give yourself the first glimpse of rain here. Rains in Darjeeling is a perfect way for nature to portray that life is beautiful when you add colours to it, especially when its green then there is no comparison of it.
Pahalgam, Jammu Kashmir
Who needs a special reason to visit the one true heaven of India? Whether it rains or winter, the state of Jammu and Kashmir can never ever fail to disappoint you with its acoustic vibes. Scrolling and searching through Instagram for your next trip, stop because Pahalgam is the right answer for you. Get the essence of your monsoon here and give yourself a delightful surprise of one of the most beautiful monsoons of your life.
Hoping that this blog has given you a fair idea about where you need to plan your trip for giving yourself a wholesome monsoon break! Go explore the beauty of nature and do not forget to respect it, because we need nature the most!
Let me know in the comments, which of the places have you been to in monsoon….
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