With monsoon saying goodbye and clear blue skies ready to welcome you again, a trip to your favourite destination cannot be avoided during this time. One of the most best months to visit the following places. Come, take a look:
Lachen, Sikkim
The untouched, unexplored beauty of Lachen calls out to you on your next vacation. Since it has recently been opened for tourists, there is a lot to see and explore here. A haven for nature lovers and adventure buffs alike, this Lepcha village is breathtakingly beautiful. Serving as a getaway to Gurudongmar Lake and Chopta Valley, it also has a monastery situated on a hill. The place has plenty of interesting trekking trails and you can also enjoy other adventure activities once you are here. Darjeeling Railway Station, at about 175 km, is the nearest railhead and you can check for train ticket availability in various trains before you head to this place.
Khandala, Maharashtra
A favourite spot for Bollywood filmmakers, Khandala welcomes its guests with misty hills and lush greenery. One of the most preferred monsoon getaways, there is a lot on its platter. From bird watching to trekking or simply enjoying a leisure time, there is never a dull moment when you are here. There are several trains plying to Khandala on a regular basis and you can check for seat availability across different trains and book accordingly.
Coonoor, Tamil Nadu
The pretty Coonoor is all about sprawling tea estates, beautiful views of the Nilgiris, green patches and a fun ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway. Some of the not to miss attractions here are Sim’s Park, Law’s Falls, Dolphin’s Nose and the tea plantations. If you are keen on taking the toy train experience, it is better to check for train seat availability before you book the seat.
Amritsar, Punjab
The land of the Golden Temple, Amritsar has a lot for everyone- be it the divine seekers, shoppers or foodies. Some of the not to miss attractions here are the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum, Ram Tirath Temple and the famous Wagah Border. Don’t forget to dig into the local dishes like chole bhature, amritsari kulcha and parathas with dollops of butter for a complete experience. Even though there are a number of trains that operate on a regular basis, it is recommended to check for train berth availability well in advance as most of the trains remain packed all year long.
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
Explore the beauty of Srinagar as the weather is extremely pleasant during this time of the year. Don’t miss visiting places like Dal Lake, Nishat Bagh, Mughal Gardens, Chasme Shahi and Shalimar Bagh among others. Srinagar Railway Station is well-connected to almost all major cities in India and you have to check for seat availability in trains. Get live train status of Indian Railways and track where is my train status anytime, anywhere. If you are planning a trip to this place anytime soon.
A trip to any of these places promises a holiday of lifetime!
