Fortune India
Yes, monsoons are here. But who said the season is not for travel? These 8 destinations are best travelled to and experienced during the monsoons. Go ahead, what are you waiting for? Your wanderlust is waiting.
Yes, Munnar is the place of tea gardens. But let the rain pour down, and see the green glow. Soak in the misty air, with a warm cup of tea, and witness the rain in all its beauty from your resort. Monsoon in Munnar is pure romance in green.
The strange part of this destination is that it is best accessible during rains. Yes, with the rains, the Himalayan valley bursts into colour with 600 plus species of wildflowers. It is a wonderland for sure.
Cherrapunji becomes a surreal water world during monsoons: cascading waterfalls, mossy trails, and root bridges. Let the rains soak you in one of nature’s most beautiful places.
Foggy hills, fresh coffee, old churches and rain-drenched forests. Coorg is all this and more. And it shimmers when rain pours down.
Yes, it is the best escape for a Mumbaikar. And during rains, it turns lush and dramatic. Think hidden waterfalls, emerald-green hills, and roadside hot chai.
Udaipur is the City of Lakes. And let the monsoon make it even better: the palaces shine, lake waters rise, and pure beauty is all around.
Called the "Cherrapunji of the South," this is one of India’s big rainforests. During monsoon, this place transforms into a living, breathing jungle. Perfect for a treak.
Rajasthan’s only hill station becomes a veritable oasis during the monsoons. Just witness the clouds kiss the Aravallis, Nakki Lake brimming with beauty, and the heat finally receding. Perfect for that getaway.
These 8 places prove that monsoon, far from confining us inside our homes, is actually a magical time. So, pack your bags and your raincoats. Let the monsoon rewrite your travel plans.