Top Five Monsoon Destinations in India

Its July and its the beginning of Monsoon season in most of the parts of India. This is the time when the plants go more greener, weather becomes a bit pleasant after hot & sweaty Indian summers, its time to enjoy your tea with different kinds of pakoras and enjoy the greenery outside from your balcony. 
Perfect setting for taking some time out of your work and exploring new destinations. So, here are some of the places you must visit during this lovely monsoon season in India. 
   

Munnar, Kerala



One of the most famous hill stations of Southern India, Munnar is situated on the banks of three rivers - Periavaru, Madupetti and Nallathanni. 
This is one of the must visit places of India during the Monsoon season. Munnar is famous for its picturesque Tea Gardens, a good variety of flora and fauna, natural beauty and landscapes. 
Monsoon season adds jewel to this place, as the pictures become more greener, fresh and romantic.That is why Munnar attract Trekkers, nature lovers and honeymooners. 
The best time to visit this  place is between August and March.    
    

Jim Corbett, Uttarakhand


If you are a wild life lover and willing to go on a wild safari to a place which is full of different animal species and natural surroundings, then Jim Corbett National Park is a must visit place in this monsoon season.

This is one of the largest and oldest Wildlife Reserve in India, famous for its Bengal Tigers. 
The park is divided into 4 zones - 

Dhikala Zone 

- Largest Zone 
- Famous for Bengal Tigers, Elephants, Chital, Crocodile, Cobra.

Jhirna Zone

- Included in Jim Corbett in 1994.
- Famous for Wild Enormous bears. 

Bijrani Zone

- Just 2 Kms away from Ramnagar.
- Famous for Different kinds of birds, Tigers, Monkeys, Chitals. 

Durga Devi Zone
     
- Famous for Birds.
- Maroon orile, crested laughing thrush, slaty blue flycatcher, little forktailand bar tailed tree creeper, grey headed fishing eagle, black chinned yuhina are some of the birds found here.

There are two Jeep Safari Shifts - 6 am & 1 pm (3 Hours Each)  

Some of the places that must be visited during Jim Corbett Tour are Jim Corbett Museum, Corbett Fall, Garjiya Devi Mandir & Durga Devi Mandir.  


Lonavala, Maharashtra


One of the best places to be during the monsoon season is Lonavala, its a very popular hill station that lies between Mumbai and Pune. 

Lonavala is quite popular among youngsters, trekkers, nature lovers. Its greenary, hills, caves and lakes.
Some of the popular places in Lonavala are Tiger Leap, Lonavala Lake, Bushi Dam, Amrutanjan Point and Rajmachi Fort.  

Coorg (Kodagu), Karnataka



Also known as the "Scotland of India", Coorg is situated in the state of Karnataka.

Coorg is famous for its beautiful coffee plantations, waterfalls and Wildlife.   

Some of the popular places at Coorg are Abbey falls, Dubare Elephant camp, Irupu Falls, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Nagarhole National Park, Raja's Seat.

Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra


Last but not the least comes a beautiful small town of Satara district of Maharashtra state, Mahabaleshwar.

This place is blessed with some of the rare evergreen forests in India and during the monsoon season, Mahabaleshwar produces most breathtaking views.
The lush green forest with misty surroundings and moderate climate makes it a perfect location for trekkers, nature lovers and honeymooners.
Some of the major attractions in Mahabaleshwar are Pratapgarh fort, Venna Lake, Lingamala fall, Tapola, Panchgani, Elephant point etc.    


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