"Winter forms
our character and brings out our best." -Tom Allen
If you are planning
your trip to India, we would highly recommend to design it during winter
season. You can easily avoid the scorching heat of summer and yet enjoy the
moments you spend in India.
India houses gamut of
travel destination for all sort of travelers. So, if you are amongst those who
are comfortable in cold waves, you will not fall short of winter destination in
India.
We have compiled a
list of 10 Best Winter Destination in India that can leave you spell bound:
Auli:
Auli is one of the best Winter destinations of India,
though it is thronged by visitors year-round.
It nestles itself in Garhwal Himalayas and is popular skiing places in
India. Not only famous for adventure sports, Auli encompasses travel places
namely, Valley of Flowers National Park, Chattarkund Lake, Nandaprayag,
Badrinath Temple, Auli Artificial Lake, Gurso Bugyal
During winters, Auli transforms itself into a fantasy that
nobody wants to miss. The climate in Auli stays cool all the year round and the
temperature doesn't cross 20 degrees Celsius. Throughout the winter season,
anticipate that the temperature should plunge down to - 8 degrees Celsius. The
season begins from the long stretch of November and finishes in February.
Manali :
Manali second’s our list as it is one of the popular travel destinations in India. Also referred as the Queen of Himachal Pradesh. Nestled at an altitude of 2050 m in Kullu, Manali exudes amazing beauty surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Manali is good for adventure sports and you can try skiing, trekking, mountaineering etc. As an explorer, you can also for sight-seeing and can discover Manali Nature Park, Manu Temple, Hadimba Devi Temple etc.
Concealed in the northern end of the Kullu valley, Manali
is home to the serene and fun vacationer activities. A perfect spot for harmony
searchers, nature enthusiasts and family travelers, Manali has something to
offer to all of its guests. Nestled at the backdrop of snow clad Himalayas, Manali
has umpteen tourists spots to attract travellers from all across the world.
Shimla :
Officially the summer capital of the British Raj, it is a
pristine winter travel destination in India. Nestled at an altitude of 2,205
metres, Shimla’s rich inheritance and natural beauty make it a popular amongst
travellers across the globe. Laden with gorgeous, dense forests of Pine, Oak,
and Deodar, Shimla is invigorating in its very existence. For sight-seeing, you
have the famous Mall road, Jakhoo temple, Christ Chrurch etc.
Andaman &
Nicobar:
Surrounded with
tranquil beaches, white sands and a legacy, Andaman & Nicobar Islands is yet
another winter destination not to be missed on your trip to India. Situated
1,400 km away from the east coast of India, Andaman comprises a total of 572
islands, only 37 of which are inhabited.
Jaipur:
Winters is the best
time to explore Jaipur as a whole. Jaipur encompasses historic palaces, forts, attractive
lakes and mountains. Be it Amber fort or Hawa Mahal, Jaipur surprises its
visitors with varied colours. Also known as the Pink city, Jaipur is a must
visit destination during visitors. Jaipur is not only the capital city of Rajasthan
but is culturally rich too.
It is the first city
designed on vastu shastra. It is the part of the famous Golden Triangle tourist
Circuit in India,
The city is embellished
with big forts and castles, which rejoice the historical. The city is ideal for
vacationers it offers a plenty tourist places to look over. Tourists can relish
local handicrafts, traditional garments and local dishes. Jaipur provides a
phenomenal experience to travellers visiting India and thereby a must visit.
Hampi:
Hampi is one of the
best Hindu realms in India's history, also known as the last capital of
Vijayanagar. The region is surrounded by amazing ruins, intriguingly blended
with enormous rocks that beautify the landscape. It's is a great winter destination
and is must-visit on an Indian trip. Re-energize yourself on this visit.
Goa:
Situated on the
western coast of India, Goa is the smallest state known for its white-sand sea
shores, heavenly nightlife, cuisine, churches & world-heritage sites. Spanning
across 3,702 km, Goa lies in the Konkan district. Goa garners not only international
tourists but as it does Indians, as well.
The Goans are compassionate
towards tourists and celebrate several festivals constantly, the most well-known
being the New Year and Goa Carnival. While the cuisine of Goa is astounding, the
state has an outstanding nightlife with stylish bars, sea shore shacks,
exquisite bistros and numerous clubs and discotheques. With lower liquor costs
in the state, Goa attracts more youth sightseers with generally tight pockets.
The Great Runn
of Kutch:
Next on our list is
the famous Great Runn of Kutch. You can
consider to visit here during your winter holidays in India. The Great Rann of
Kutch is a salt swamp in the Thar Desert in the Kutch District of Gujarat,
India. It spans around an area of 7500 sq km and is presume to be one of the
biggest salt deserts on the world. This region is inhabited by the Kutchi
individuals.
Rann of Kutch celebrates
enthusiastically the famous as 'Rann Utsav' that is held in the winter (November-February).
From conventional food, shopping, folk dance crafted works, star gazing, desert
safari and a few other activities.
Kerala
By any chance you
wind up down south during winters in India (December-February), we would
request you to visit the Kerala - 'God's Own Country'. Known for its Ayurvedic
spas, backwaters, sea shores, verdant greenery, tea estates, assorted variety
of verdure, traditional culture and food, Kerala is yet another Winter
destination of India.
Not only culture but you can also visit some
known wildlife parks namely, Periyar National Park, Silent Valley National Park
or Eravikulam National Park. Those who
enjoy the nature, can explore Munnar, Aleppey backwaters or Wayanad. Plus, there
are a plethora of historical and cultural sites across Kerala to feed your
appetite for culture and history.
Shillong, Meghalaya
This is the capital
city of Meghalaya and is a picture postcard destination. You will find abundant
greens surrounded by mountains with sparkling environment. During winters, it is full bloom. With ancient
stone monuments, lovely cascades, lakes, thick timberlands, and old culture and
legacy, it is an intriguing tourist spot to visit in winter. Some of the famous
tourist attractions here are Laitlum Canyons, Shillong Peak, Don Bosco Museum,
Umaim Lake and Elephant falls. Also visit the Asia's cleanest town – Mawylnnong.
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