There are several destinations in India that are quite popular during the winters and deserve a visit during the ending months of the year. The number of tourists increases in plains and southern areas of this majestic country thanks to its pleasant climate mostly in central and south India. Apart from these some destinations in the Himalayan region have become quite popular for winter sports activities like skiing, ice skating, sledding, trekking on snow etc.
So here is a list of the top destinations that are most suitable for you if you wish to visit India during the winters and these are the ones that don’t include snow or mountains and you will surely have fun at these destinations.
Why Choose the Winter Season In order to Visit India?
The destinations mentioned in this article have been handpicked especially as they are less travelled by tourists and travellers due to hot and harsh weather conditions during the rest of the year. Some of destinations mentioned in the list like the Kutch region remains closed for travellers and tourists during the months of summer and is opened only before the winter comes and the desert region of the state of Rajasthan can only be visited during colder months as this area gets really unbearable.
The golden triangle i.e. Agra, Jaipur and Delhi has not been considered and discussed here as it is a popular destination that witnesses tourists all throughout the year particularly in holiday seasons and not just the winters.
Best Destinations For Tourists
Special programs for tourists to display traditional dance and festivals are organised by local organizations that promote tourism. These festivals are organized mostly during the winter months so that the tourists can plan their visit to these destinations by keeping these events in their itinerary.
These areas can be used as a final destination and you can visit all the nearby areas along with other major attractions.
Tourist arrival increases during the winters and this time is perfect for travelling, particularly in the months of October, November, December and January.
Kerala
Kerala is an attractive destination that attracts a large number of travellers during the winter seasons thanks to its natural beauty, Ayurveda medicine and Spa. However, the best thing to do in Kerala apart from enjoying its natural beauty is to spend some time in a houseboat in theamazing Kerala backwaters. There are two locations where you can stay at a houseboat in Kerala, first one being Alleppey and the other location being Kumarakom. You can plan for a one night stay in house boat at any of these locations and if you like it, you can extend your stay further. There are different houseboats starting from single bedroom to the ones with around 10 bedrooms. You will find some of the houseboats having two floors. The front and back of the houseboat is usually used as a deck where you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the surroundings. Everything from lunch, evening tea with snacks, dinner and breakfast is served in the houseboat so you have nothing to worry about.
Jaisalmer
The Golden City of Jaisalmer is one destination you have to visit at all costs. This city is located at the western part of the state of Rajasthan. Travellers can experience life in the desert and can enjoy their time watching the sunset and sunrise with sand dunes at the background. Another popular attraction here is the camel safari. There are many historic and beautiful palaces and forts in this region.Many of these palaces have been converted into luxurious hotels so you can have a splendid experience and live like the Kings of India.
Then there is the famous Jaisalmer desert festival where you can have an insight of the local culture and dance of the Rajasthani folk. The Jaisalmer Desert festival is organized at Sam Sand dunes near Jaisalmer three days before full moon day of February every year.
Kutch
The Kutch region is located at the western side of the state of Gujarat. The great Rann of Kutch dries up during the winter months and salt deposits can be witnessed over the ground throughout the lake. This gives a white look all around and you can experience an amazing sunset and sunrise here. Try to visit the area at a night with a Full Moon and you will have an experience of a lifetime. This is one major attraction here as moon lights get reflected over white salt surface making it a once in a lifetime majestic experience.
The Gujarat Tourism organises the Rann Utsav every year near the Rann and during this festival Swiss Tents are erected for providing accommodation to those visiting the area. During this period several special cultural programs are organised in order for the locals to exhibit culture, dance and handicrafts of the Kutch region.
The Bhuj town is the main destination in this area and is also the center of all tourist activity. So once you are at Bhuj you can plan your stay and further journey in order to visit the nearby places of interest.
Konark-Puri-Bhubaneswar
Puri,Konark and Bhubaneswar are popular destinations in Odisha and popularly known as the tourist triangle of Odisha. Beautiful beaches and the famous Sun temple at Konark attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world during the winter months. Bhubaneswar is connected by rail, air and road network to most of the major destinations in the country. A large number of direct trains from different parts of India reaches Puri. The famous Sri Jagannath Temple is located at Puri and it is one of the four sacred places of the Hindu religion and is considered as a place which every Hindu must visit during his or her lifetime.
The famous Konark Sun temple is an attractions that is a magnet for a large number of domestic and international tourists thanks to its ancient history and traditional architecture that you will be smitten with. Designed like a Chariot of the Sun God with wheels and horses fixed to the base of the temple, it is a sight you can’t miss.
Chennai
Next on the list is Chennai and Mahabalipuram which is situated at a distance of 60 Kms from Chennai. This historic place is quite popular because of the carved out temples and animal sculptures and is also a place that is known as the Ratha temples. There is a beach where there is an 8th century Shore Temple. Mahabalipuram is the best destination if you wish to witness the extravagance of Dravidian architecture of south India. You can further move towards South to visit other famous temples situated in the state of Tamil Nadu.
Final Words
As you know these destinations are best visited in the winter season and there is a lot of rush during this season. So, in order to have a hassle free experience, it is advisable that you visit these destinations by planning your trip well in advance. Book a place to stay and also your flight tickets to India. If you are coming from the Canada, it is best that you do the search and get the best discounts on your Canada to India flights booking so that you save a good amount of money.
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