Summer vacation is here. I understand that the heat of the summer is too much to bear and makes one really vulnerable to even think of venturing out of their homes during this short break from schools and colleges. However, traveling to astounding places in the post-pandemic world needs to be explored by youngsters. And what better idea and time to go out with your friends and family for a short trip than the Summer holidays. So, this holiday season, definitely plan out for a small trip to any or all of the below destinations with your loved ones.
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1) Rishikesh is one of the beautiful places for a summer vacation in India. If you really want to get on a spiritual tour and enjoy your time on the banks of the Ganga river then Rishikesh is the apt place for you. You will experience a wonderful serenity in ashrams, temples, riverbanks, and yoga hubs in Rishikesh which is located in Uttarakhand. For adventure lovers, you will make the best trip with fox flying, cliff jumping, body surfing, and many other sports activities in Rishikesh.
2) Visiting Shillong located in Meghalaya is one of the second-best options to experience bliss and peace in the Northeast. The hilly region is renowned for its soft weather, awe-inspiring waterfalls, beautiful lakes, and amazing greenery. Shillong is also called Scotland of the East for its breathtaking weather and landscape visuals that make it perfect for a summer tour. You can try river rafting, horse riding, camping, waterfall rappelling, horse-riding, and trekking to various places in and around Shillong.
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3) Let’s now explore a place that is quite a famous hill station in India. It is none other than Ooty. Ooty is the place that you can explore to enjoy the Toy Train ride, homemade chocolates, flower gardens, tea estates, waterfalls, and trekking at lakes. If you want to go for a picnic at Ooty, then places like Avalanche Lake, Kamaraj Sagar Dam, and Emerald Lake should be on your favorite list. Do not miss out on Doddabetta Peak which will provide you with an amazing view of the Nilgiri hills.
4) Mahabaleshwar is one of the must-visit places for people who love forests and hills. It takes you near to nature with the perfect weather to beat the heat by giving you sightseeing options like Rajpuri Caves, trekking on the nature trails, Morarji Castle, Mount Malcolm, Wilson Point, and also some yummylicious strawberries, mulberries, gooseberries, raspberries among others.
5) Dharamshala is one of the elegant places to get spirituality in your life. Yes, you can also enjoy your adventure activities there by camping and trekking on the lap of nature. You can even take a lot of selfies for your Instagram DP and Facebook profile in traditional attire that is really cool out there.
6) Want to enjoy the architecture of France in India itself? Then don’t miss to check out Pondicherry, which is indeed the French capital of India. You will feel like you want to get lost in the beautiful beaches and delicious small cafes in the search of relaxation and peace of mind.
Other budget-friendly destinations for your summer break can be Pushkar, Matheran, Kodaikanal, Varanasi, and Gangtok.
