TOP 5 PLACES TO VISIT IN SUMMER 

IN INDIA


Typically, travelers prefer winter, pre-monsoon, and post-monsoon seasons to travel to India as the tropical country looks more resilient and healthier. But there are beautiful places to visit in India during summer with your family.

With mercury rising to unprecedented heights in India, everyone will be looking for places to visit in India in summer. From the high peaks of the Himalayas to the Blue Mountains and the Andaman Islands to the south, and from the Western Ghats in the north-eastern states to the eastern expanse of the Himalayas, you will be spoiled as you like, deciding where to decide lets go for summer vacation in India.

There are many cool places in India that you can see in May. Ladakh, Manali, Andaman, and Nicobar Islands, Coorg, Sikkim, Rishikesh, Tawang and many hill stations like Ooty, Yercaud in the south are the best places to visit.
South India is the most beautiful hill stations in India. Apart from this, there are attractive beaches in South India to spend a beautiful summer vacation in India. The best places for summer vacation in South India are Coonoor, Munnar, Kodaikanal, Ooty, Kovalam, etc.

Here is a list of top 5 the places that are definitely worth a visit.

    1. LEH LADAKH




Located at the top of India, Ladakh is situated in the Himalayas and is a long region of cold desert devoid of vegetation. It is the erstwhile Buddhist kingdom and is considered one of the most adventurous summer tourist destinations in India for adventure seekers. Mountain biking, trekking expeditions are some of the adventure sports in Ladakh. Apart from this, the place is home to many ancient monasteries, which attract thousands of tourists to Ladakh every year.

Claimed as a paradise for motorbike drivers, Ladakh is known for its wide expanses, sniffing lips, momos, Buddhist gompas, magnetic hills that create an illusion of pulling vehicles, Chahar Lake, Pangong Lake during summer in India , And the Zanskar Valley. The highest motorable road in India, a motorbike can be hired through the Khardungla Pass and is at an altitude of 17,582 feet above sea level.

Places to visit: Khardung-La Pass, Spituk Gompa and Hemis National Park,Zanskar Valley , Pangong Tso Lake

Things to do: Rode a bike to Khardung-La Pass, spotted a snow leopard in Hemis National Park, Lamas performed colorful chaams  and rode a double-humped Bactrian camel.

Places to eat: Wangchuk's Ladakhi Kitchen, Jalsa Restaurant, Zoma Restaurant, Leh Zakhang

Places to stay: The Grand Dragon, Tushita, Adu's Eternal, Baraut Hotel and Guest House


     2. KODAIKANAL




Kodaikanal is one of the most famous honeymoon destinations in India Located in the state of Tamil Nadu. A lakeside town in Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal has a beautiful climate, mist-covered rocks and waterfalls that make the ideal setting for a perfect getaway. Kodaikanal means 'gift of forests'.

Kodaikanal is situated between the rolling slopes of the Palani Hills at an elevation of 7200 feet above sea level and once you visit this hill station, you will find that everything you imagined is real.

Kodaikanal is a place where you can take a break from the rigors of daily city life, and this hill station allows you to sit back and connect with nature as you get out on biking or hiking trails or into the surrounding vast forests the cities are walking.

The tranquil hill station of Kodaikanal is famous worldwide for its breathtaking natural beauty and serene environment. Shopping in Kodaikanal will also include a visit to the Kashmir Handicrafts Center at Anna Salai which is famous for articles of shawls, jewelry, brass, leather goods, bone and walnut wood.

Here are the top tourist attractions to see in Kodaikanal:

Green Valley
Kodai Lake
Bear Shola Falls
Pillar Rocks
Thalaiyar Falls
Devils Kitchen
The coakers go
Berijam Lake


   3. COORG




Coorg is a quiet, small town in southern Karnataka, spread across the Western Ghats. It is mainly famous for its sights, various wildlife, world class coffee and Kodavas, the ethnic warriors of Coorg.

Apart from nature, Coorg is rich in cultural heritage. Kodavas and Keel Poldhu is a famous festival where Kodavas worship their weapons. Luxury, adventure, nature and food are the four main attractions of Coorg. Coorg is thus a place to visit.
For a holiday tour of Coorg you need at least 3 days. A 2 day itinerary is a bit full, but still reasonable. Saying that there are many tourists who come from nearby cities as a day tripper, although it is very busy.

10 BEST Places to Visit in Coorg

Abbey Falls
Chiklihole Reservoir
Dubare Elephant Camp
Harangi Dam
Honnamana Kere Lake
Omkareshwara Temple
Kotebetta Trek / Peak
Madikeri Fort
Mallalli Falls
Mandalpatti Trek


     4. SHILLONG




The state capital as well as the district headquarters of the former Khasi Hills district. Shillong is the only hill station in the country that can be reached from all sides. The name Shillong is derived from Yu-Shillong, a powerful deity and is located at an altitude of 1,491 meters above sea level. This beautiful city is of 103 kms. From Guwahati, the nearest air and train link.

Shillong is one of the safest places for solo travelers female. It is better that you book the hotel in Police Bazar / Jail Road area, as it is a central location in Shillong and is well connected by buses and taxis to other parts of the city.

The best time to visit Shillong is between September and May as the weather is pleasant during these months. It rains occasionally, but is relatively short compared to the monsoon season, that is, between June and August.

Shillong is its beautiful capital, home to many waterfalls, parks, rolling hills and quaint landforms, and is also known as 'Scotland of the East'. Shillong receives heavy rainfall during the monsoon and the rainy season usually lasts longer than the rest of India.

Places to visit in Shillong include Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, Don Bosco Museum, Shillong Peak & View Point, David Scott Trail, Sweet Falls and many more. Places like Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, and Umiam Lake will impress the nature lover in you with its supernatural charm.


   5. DHARAMSHALA





Known as Little Tibet, Dharamshala is the abode of the Dalai Lama and thus has strong Tibetan cultural influence. It has Dhauladhar color and cedar forest in the background. A visit to Dharamshala is all about camping, trekking, exploring notorious Buddhist monasteries, and beautiful landscapes. The place is known for various attractions including the residence of the 14th Dalai Lama. This place is one of the most visited places of Dharamshala and is famous for Tibetan culture, handicrafts and temples.

The best time to visit Dharamshala is from February to June (spring and summer) when the weather is pleasant with a maximum of 25 ° C. The winters here get wet by the occasional snowfall; however, it makes the valley more beautiful.

Snowfall can occur from late December to the month of February. There is good snowfall at this place and the nearby mountain range is completely covered in a sheet of white snow.

Dharamshala is bestowed with beauty just like other parts of the state, but what sets it apart is its strong Tibetan character. You regularly see prayer flags, monasteries of prayer flags at regular intervals and attract monks in bright saffron garb. There are many tourist places here, but mostly, Dharamshala is unknown and enjoys the pleasures which are found here in abundance.

Here are the top tourist attractions to visit in Dharamshala.

Triund hill
HPCA Stadium
Norbulingka Institute
Dalai lama temple complex
Bhagsu waterfall
Tushita Meditation Centre
Gyuto Monastery
Kangra valley
McLeod Ganj
Bhagsu Falls