The rains are finally here but here I am, sitting in one corner of my office, looking out at the drizzle and envying all those lucky people who’ve taken off on a long drive to enjoy the weather. If only I was back in college and it was all about bunking those boring lectures!
If like me, you are also thinking of ways to get out of work and hit the road soon, here are some monsoon staycation destinations for you to lounge in this rainy season.
1. Mahableshwar, Maharashtra
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A mere 5 hour drive from Mumbai, this monsoon spot is the perfect getaway for all the romantics. Enjoy the rains under one umbrella and gorge on the yummy sweet corns at the hill side. Also, be prepared for some serious foggy roads.
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2. Coorg, Karnataka
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Coorg, formerly known as Kodagu, is famous for its coffee and wildlife. Landscaped in the beautiful Western Ghats of southwestern Karnataka, this district has intense rainfall right till November. The Abbi Falls at Coorg is the biggest tourist attraction. If you’re a nature lover, there is lots for you to do there such as trekking and enjoying the vast wildlife of the area.
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3. Udaipur, Rajasthan
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Want to feel like royalty? Head straight to the land of the palaces, the heritage city of Udaipur. During the monsoons, the city looks absolutely pristine and beautiful. Enjoy the monsoons with a dreamy date with your loved.
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4. Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir
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Ladakh is heaven on earth and the best time to visit this heaven is during the monsoons. Take in the grandeur of the Pangong lake, the serenity of the Thiksey monastery and the enchanting snow-capped mountains at the Changla pass.
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5. Shillong, Meghalaya
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Shillong receives the heaviest rainfall during the monsoons, making it the most beautiful places to visit. The greenery and the picturesque valleys of Khasi and Jayanti hills are some of the tourist attractions. Enjoy the numerous waterfalls and the panoramic natural scenery of this place.
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6. Ranikhet, Uttarakhand
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Ranikhet is a tranquil hill station and cantonment town situated in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. The name Ranikhet means the Queen’s meadow and truly this little hill station positioned 6132 ft above sea level lives up to its name. The majestic view of the Hilmalayan hills, the lush green forests and exquisite wildlife is something to watch out for during the monsoons.
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7. Lonavala, Maharashtra
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If you stay in Mumbai then you must have definitely visited this bustling hill station at least once. During the monsoons, the best way to get close to nature is by driving to Lonavala. Enjoy the waterfalls on the way, get drenched in Bushi dam and don’t forget those piping hot bhajiyas at the famous Tiger point of Lonavala.
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I'm ready to strike off these places from my bucket list, what about you? Before you head out to book your hotels for the staycation, log on to Yatra.com to bag the best deals.
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