With a blazing sun above our heads, who wouldn’t fantasize about an escape from the heat? Summer in India demands you to go on vacations and weekend getaways. As one of the countries that comes into the tropical zone, you can always find places to get some cool even in the summer.
India has a fantastic topography to entertain every weather and maintain a balance. We all have heard of places like Ladakh, Kashmir, and Dehradun when we think of vacations, but is that all we have? So, let’s get you a list of the 7 top places to visit in India in the summer. Go through this list with all those underrated gems and pack up for the best times!
Ranikhet:
So, this might be a little new to you all as whenever we talk of Uttarakhand our mind skips to the places like Dehradun, Rishikesh, Auli, and so on. However, Ranikhet is a hill station town in Uttarakhand. It can be a great destination for you in India and if you explore it more, it truly stands to its other name “Queen’s Meadow”.
It is believed that this place was the residence of Kumaon’s queen Padmini and is now adorned with revered shrines. Besides, if you are into golf then this place can be more interesting for you with a nine-hole golf course.
You can go there for a weekend getaway and explore the whole town within a fortnight. Moreover, if you are into nature and like to indulge in activities like paragliding and biking, then Ranikhet is best suited for you.
Mukuteshwar:
This hill station is best known for being a pleasant and quaint place throughout the year. You get jaw-dropping views with a serene atmosphere. Himalayan ranges in Mukteshwar offer a lot of greenery, woods, and lushes.
An interesting activity to indulge in while staying in Mukuteshwar can be Bird watching. Due to the pleasant weather and greenery, a lot of birds can be spotted at the hill station.
If you are an adventurous person who likes to go camping, paragliding, rock climbing, and hiking and wants to be on a mountain trail, then Mukuteshwar is just that place for you.
Tawang:
You will find beautiful mountains in Tawang. The scenic beauty of the rocky mountains along with the greenery fills us with joy and peace. Adding to the peace, you get to explore some of the finest Buddhist Monasteries.
If you are someone who appreciates historic monuments then you will surely lose your heart to the monasteries from the 17th century. You can also find a waterfall- Nuranang to explore more.
Moreover, the warm hospitality of Tawang and the soothing weather can be an add-on to these natural and architectural attractions.
Pelling:
Are you someone who cannot decide what you want? Do you want to be in rush or have some quiet? Pelling is a beautiful northeastern town where you can find a lot of water bodies. Besides, you can find monasteries and other historic remnants.
This town, near Kolkata, offers you views of beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and hamlets. You can go for a closer look at wildlife at Kanchenjunga National Park. With all these attractions, Pelling might make you change your plans and extend your visit.
Majuli:
This river island in Assam is often referred to as “the cradle of Assam civilization”. Majauli is also the world’s largest river island. Due to the calm waters of Brahmaputra, this island radiates serenity.
The island is rich in culture and depicts a heritage of its own and serves as an amazing vacation destination. You can go on picnics or solo self-dates on the island as it has a great picnic spot- Tengapania.
Northeast is full of surprises, and your summer can get a start with ventures in places like Majauli. So take out a weekend and visit this river island.
Wayanad:
When we talk about summer escapes, we don’t look for destinations in the southern part of India. However, there are some hidden gems in South India and Wayanad is one such gem from Kerala.
Wayanad is home to natural escapes from the heat. You will find mystical waterfalls and creative caves, and they definitely help you beat the scorching heat.
Moreover, you can go and explore some wildlife and spot some wild at Wayanad Wildlife Century. So, it’s time to break the myth about summers in the south as they can be soothing too.
Mcleodganj:
Mcleodganj can be the best summer escape for you if you are looking for peace and healing. It is also called “The land of His Holiness- Dalai Lama.”
You can get the scenic beauty of the Dhauladhar ranges along with the exclusivity of Tibetian Cafes. Moreover, this place has great transport connections and you don’t have to worry about how to reach there.
Besides, while exploring Mcleodganj you will come across the Triund trek trail, Bhagsu waterfall, Namgyal Monastery, and the momo of Tibetian Cafes. Sounds like a great package, doesn’t it?
In this list, we covered every region of India and had an exploring topography too. These spots are those hidden gems that you will surely love to explore this summer. So buckle up and plan your summer vacations to explore these sites!
