With winters just around the corner all that we can think of is snuggling up a cozy blanket and sipping hot chocolates by the woods with snow out and beautiful scenic view for a great holiday! Isn’t it? Isn’t this what movies have showed us? What movies have made us dream of? What if told you all of this could be true? And well within your own country?
India is a country rich in its cultural heritage is what we have heard of! But it is a country that can amaze you with its scenic beauty and tranquilizing vacation spots is not what a lot of people tell you! Your beautiful winter movie like vacation is right here in this country and here are few of the many destinations that are the must visits in India during winters. And they are worth every single penny you spend:
LEH-LADAKH:
Spectacular Tibetan /Buddhist monasteries, Stupas, flickering prayer flags, Ladakh is rich in mural and red robed monks. Ladakh is said to be place where one can suffer from a sunstroke and a frostbite all at once. Local people there are friendly and warm at welcoming the tourists.
Ladakh mainly comprises of 2 districts – ‘Leh’ and ‘Kargil’. Leh is great tourist attraction for its beautiful monasteries, serene locations define its cultural background.
3 idiots has been shot here.
- MANALI:
Encased in between snowcapped peaks of Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar hill ranges Manali is the go-to hill station for the tourist. With jaw-dropping scenery, dense green woods, endless moorland blanketed with roses, gushing blue lakes, a constant fairy-tale like fog hanging in the air, and a pervasive scent of pine trees – Manali is blessed to have exceptional picturesque charm.
Solang valley is one of the most visited places in Manali. And not just the valley itself but the road leading to the valley is equally tranquil and picturesque. Solang offers various activities like zorbing, horseback riding, paragliding and skiing.
Manali is a beautiful, quiet place where the perpetual silence is breached mostly by the tweeting of birds as well as the sound of the blazing waters of the Kullu River.
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and many other famous blockbusters have been shot here.
- SHIMLA:
Shimla as beautiful as it naturally is, has a lot more to offer than just its beauty.
A lot of movies and Bollywood songs have been shot in Shimla. Shimla also offers ice skating and MTB Himalaya (biggest mountain biking race). Culturally rich and peacefully sound Shimla has various places to visit namely: Kufri and Chail, Heritage walk through Shimla, Kipling’s home, Jhaku temple hike. Shimla is truly a visit in India during winters.
- GULMARG:
Gulmarg also known as the “Skiing paradise”. Gulmarg is snowy in winters making it one of the best places to enjoy winter sports like skiing, snow golf, etc. there are various places you can visit here: Baba Reshi shrine, St. Mary’s church, Alpather’s lake, Ningle Nallah, Rani temple. Gulmarg is one of the destinations in India that you wouldn’t want to miss.
- TAWANG:
Tawang the birthplace of the 6th Dalai lama, Tsangyang Gyatso is very rich in its Tibetan, Buddhist cultural heritage. This place has beautiful picturesque sceneries and monasteries where one can get into their spiritual journey. Tawang monastery is one of the most popular and extremely scared spots for all the Buddhists. Sela pass, Madhuri lake, Gorichen peak, Nurangan falls, Tawang war memorial are go to places in tawang. So, your beautiful and spiritual holiday destination is one click away!
- DHARAMSHALA:
Dharamshala rightly known as the land of Lamas is a wonder of natural beauty and a mix of Hindu and Tibetan culture. Nature lovers and spiritual seekers must visit Dharamshala in search of happiness, joy, awakening, peace and harmony. Dharamshala cricket stadium, Gyuto monasteries are major attractions here.
- DALHOUSIE
If you are a mountain baby and you enjoy mountains more than beaches this place is definitely a go to for you. One would any day prefer getting lost in the beauty of these snow-covered mountains snuggled in warm clothes watch beautiful sun set with a hot cup of chocolate than sit home during winters! Explore attractions such as Panch Pulla, Daikund Mountain, and Satdhara Falls.
- NAINITAL
Nainital is known as the lake city of Uttarakhand. Its beauty and peaceful environment will leave you amazed. This place is a complete package of snow-covered Himalayan ranges, lakes, rivers and sprawling sceneries making it undoubtedly one of the best locations to visit during winters! Hurry book your tickets now!!!
- LAKSHADWEEP ISLANDS:
For all the water babies out there, this is you go to paradise in winters. This place will make you completely stress free with is beautiful white sand beaches, crystal clear water, coral reefs, beautiful climate, jamming beach sessions! You will forget the world and will just enjoy the moment. Isn’t it what holidays are actually for
GOA:
Are you a beach baby?
Do you enjoy variety of alcohol and party? Go is your go to party place for winters. Goa offers you rave party, wide variety of alcohol, delicious Goa food, beautiful beaches, architectural monuments and churches. You must visit this place at least once in your lifetime while you are in your 20’s and 30’s.
