7 Places In India That Turn Magical During Monsoon Season

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Jul 31, 2024

Munnar, Kerala

Munnar's mist-covered hills, cascading tea estates, and countless waterfalls combine to create an amazing landscape. It's the ideal monsoon escape because of the beautiful weather and abundant foliage.

Coorg, Karnataka

Coorg is surrounded by mist and rain during the monsoon, earning it the nickname "the Scotland of India." The waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, and coffee plantations all get even more stunning.

Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand

During monsoon season, the Valley of Flowers is a carpet of vibrantly colored flowers, a sight to behold. The area is more vibrant and fresh because of the rain.

Lonavala, Maharashtra

This well-known hill station close to Mumbai and Pune transforms into a verdant wonderland with luscious foliage, misty hills, and multiple waterfalls during monsoon, including the well-known Bhushi Dam cascade.

Goa

While Goa is known for its beaches, the monsoon season reveals its lush hinterlands, verdant fields, and scenic rivers. It’s a quieter time to visit, with fewer tourists and a more serene environment.

Cherrapunji, Meghalaya

Known as one of the wettest places on earth, Cherrapunji’s landscape is dominated by waterfalls, caves, and living root bridges, all in their prime during the monsoon.

Mount Abu, Rajasthan

The only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu Set on a high rocky plateau in the Aravalli Range, surrounded by forest, becomes a cool and verdant retreat during the monsoon. The Nakki Lake, Dilwara Temples, and Guru Shikhar Peak are must-visit spots.

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