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Rishikesh is a great weekend destination for Delhiites. But it’s also an amazing place for a long peaceful sojourn. Rishikesh has something for everyone. Here is a list of the best things to do in Rishikesh in different seasons.
Hills and clouds are made for each other. They make for such a romantic combination! That’s why, I love visiting Nainital during the monsoon. Named after the Naini lake, Nainital can be described as a land of a beautiful lake and seven hills. Ayarpata, Deopata, Handi-Bandi, Naina, Alma, Lariya-Kanta and Sher-Ka-Danda are the seven hills that surround the Naini lake and make for a gorgeous view.
Ooty, charm of the Nilgiris, is one of the most beautiful hill stations in south India. Situated within the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve in the Western Ghat mountain ranges, both Ooty and Coonoor are almost replica of each other. Verdant hills and valleys, lush green forests, beautiful tea estates, small waterfalls and lakes abound. Here is an article on my Ooty – Coonoor experience.
Mountain trekking is always a difficult and time-consuming proposition. But the rewards are great, especially if you are a nature lover. You get the best views of the place, and of course, the excitement of an adventure to go with. Triund peak trekking in Dharamshala this spring was a super exciting experience, especially because we did it with friends. Trips like this make us reaffirm our believe that travel is the essence of life.
Though there are quite a few things to see, and do, essentially Darjeeling is all about tea gardens and magic of the Himalayas. Nestled in the high Himalayan mountains overseeing the Kanchenjunga range bordering Sikkim, Nepal and Bhutan, Darjeeling’s location couldn’t be any better.
Dalhousie is simply lovable in all seasons. Its location in the foothills of mighty mountain peaks and laidback life makes it appear like a town sleeping in the lap of the mountains.
Mussoorie has everything that one looks for in a hill station- amazing views, entertainment options and great food. Hill stations have a special charm in the rainy season. The clouds, rain soaked pine trees all around, an all-the-more green look of the hills…it was so charming! Mussoorie will always have a special place in my heart.
A trip to the GHNP is one of the most surreal experiences I have had in the Himalayas. With stunning valleys and awe-inspiring mountains, this is going to be a major tourist destination in near future. If you want to know more, treat this article as a guide to the Great Himalayan National Park.