During
monsoon, we often listen these words here in India “It’s a great day here – it’s raining!” But to those living in northern Europe, New Zealand or northern USA such a statement sounds crazy – how can a rainy day be great? But if you are living in Delhi in June, July and August, after months of hot, moist air from the Indian Ocean blowing across the country, when the monsoon finally arrives it is a welcome and great spectacle.
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| Monsoon in India |
First comes the wind, then the sky turns a different shade of blue and grey. Clouds fill the sky. Then the storm bursts and people can be seen dancing in the streets.
The monsoon in India is key to India's agriculture economy, boosting the growth of crops and turning the parched grasslands a verdant green with spectacular displays of wild flowers.
And the good news is that not only does the monsoon bring down the temperature but it also reduces hotel room rates. Bring an umbrella or buy one when you arrive, expect to get wet occasionally - so bring lightweight, fast drying clothes – and enjoy the sights and sounds of India in the rain.
Here are some of the
best monsoon travel destinations in India.
Shillong is place which is meant to be visited only during monsoons, the capital of Meghalaya’s state offers breathtaking scenery during the rains. If you enjoy getting wet in the downpour, Shillong is the best monsoon destination for you.
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| Shillong |
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Goa, although the flea markets are gone, so are the crowds which mean lower prices everywhere. Festivals abound such as the Feast of St John in June as the monsoons fill the wells. During the Feast of St Peter the fishing community make models of churches which are displayed on stages built on rafts of fishing boats which are tied together for the festival. August 10th brings the Feast of St Lawrence which marks the end of the Monsoon.
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| Goa Monsoon |
The Golden Triangle, the three city tour of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, taking in the most iconic sights of Northern India is also a different experience during the monsoons due to the lack of crowds – no long queuing at the Taj Mahal in Agra or taking the elephant entry through the Sun Gate at the Amber Palace near Jaipur. The good thing about the monsoon downpours is that they don’t last long and afterwards the air feels fresh and cool – and, if you have been caught out by the rain, you’ll soon dry off!
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| Monsoon in Rajasthan |
Kerala is one of the top monsoon travel destinations in India, tourists flock in huge numbers in the state in Monsoon season.
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| Amazing Kerala |
So if your holidays need to be taken in July and August don’t despair. Travelers in India during the summer months can expect a very rewarding time – just expect to get a little wet.
Further details can be found on the website
www.shinegoldtoursindia.com
