By
Julius Choudhury, dearJulius.com
Fortunately, you don't have to avoid traveling to India during the monsoon, or even stay indoors all the time. Travel to some places in India is actually preferable during the monsoon season. Here are India monsoon travel destinations -- some for those who love the rain, and some for those who don't!
Aleppey, Kerala
'Gods' Own Country' is beautiful during monsoons. Aleppey blessed with its own share of rains offer tourists a perfect dust-free environment. One can even go on a backwater cruise to explore this place. (Image: Rafa Raj)
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Titled as one of 'the most romantic destinations in India', it is one of the best cities to visit during monsoons as it receives less rainfall. Some of the places to look out for are scenic Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar Lake.
Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
Visiting the second rainiest place on Earth during monsoons is an adventure in itself. Surrounded by forests, farmlands and pastures, this place is divine during monsoons.
Munnar, Kerala
If you are a nature lover, then this place during monsoons is going to be a paradise for you. Surrounded by mountains half covered in mist, this is the perfect monsoon getaway if you are looking for something peaceful.
Mahabaleshwar
It is one of the most romantic places to visit in India during the monsoons. Places to visit here include Venna Lake, Marpo Garden, Pratapgad and Lingamala falls. It is a perfect getaway if you are planning for a short trip.
Mount Abu, Rajasthan
It is the only hill station in a dry city like Rajasthan. Mount Abu offers its visitors the perfect dose of nature and adventure. It is ideal for Honeymooners and nature lovers.
Lonavala, Maharashtra
Located just 83.1 km away from Mumbai and 66.4 km from Pune, it is a favourite weekend destination for people residing in the western coast. One can go trekking, sightseeing, camping here.
Wayanad, Kerala
This picture perfect hill station holds 3-day monsoon festival 'Splash'. Other than enjoying its beautiful scenery, one can go for treks and camping.
Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand
Situated at the meeting point of the Zanskar and Western and Eastern Himalayan ranges, it is one of the beautiful places to visit during monsoons. Here one can enjoy the beauty of more than 400 varieties of flowers in their full bloom.
Coorg, Karnataka
Just 270 km away from Bangalore via road, it is the perfect weekend getaway in the monsoon. Surrounded by coffee plantations, this place is known for its gorgeous scenery. Also, if you are an adventure lover, then go on a trek to the highest peak of Tadiandamol.
