Ideal winter holiday destinations
in India.....>>>>
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Manali
Manali gets its first snowfall around mid December, when it transforms into a winter wonderland replete with snow-covered peaks, and a blanket of pristine white draped all across the hill station.
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Gulmarg
If you’re looking for a destination which is as breathtakingly beautiful as it is adventurous, then look no further than Kashmir. The Kashmir valley is considered heaven on earth, and when it’s blanketed in snow, it exudes a charm few other places do. The tiny and isolated hill village of Gulmarg is situated at the wes...more
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Jaisalmer
A magnificent fort looming over the city, picture-postcard vistas of sand dunes and an array of illuminated sandstone buildings—Jaisalmer is nothing short of a scene straight out of Arabian Nights. Once a sleepy desert city, Jaisalmer now attracts many couples, honeymooners and families by dint of its erstwhile royal s...more
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Munnar
Pluck tea leaves while you explore Munnar’s dense tea plantations; prance about in gurgling brooks while hiking on cloud-covered slopes; or wander through the hill town’s winding lanes—Munnar is an idyllic escape into the natural wonders of God’s own country, Kerala. Perched at the confluence of three mountain streams—...more
5
Kasol
Nestled in the picturesque Parvati Valley, Kasol is a small village 42 kilometres east of Kullu and about five kilometres from Manikaran.
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Weekend Getaway
Wayanad
Located between the Kannur and Kozhikode districts in Kerala, Wayanad is a sparkling green emerald sprawled across the slopes of the Western Ghats. The monsoons persevere here—the rainy season starts in June and lasts all the way till mid November—during which the already lush landscape takes on an even more vibrant sh...more
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Mussoorie
Just a short one-hour-long drive up from the state capital of Dehradun, Mussoorie is ideal for a short weekend break. In the winter months, snowfall starts towards the end of December and transforms the lush green landscape into a beautiful blanket of white.
8
Shimla
One of the preferred winter destinations in the country, mostly for its proximity to the larger cities and its good mix of entertainment, Shimla in Himachal Pradesh is another great place to get snowed in.
9
Darjeeling
This Himalayan jewel is a place of breathtaking beauty and one of the most stunning hill resorts in the country.
10
Patnitop
Sprawling across a flat top in the Shivalik range of the lower Himalayas, Patnitop was originally called Patan Da Talab (Pond of the Princess), and lies at an altitude of 2024 m. If you’re looking for solitude amidst stunning scenery, the beauty and tranquility of this plateau is unmatched.
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Jodhpur
The second largest city (after Jaipur) in Rajasthan, Jodhpur is an architecture-lover’s feast for sore eyes. The older historic section of the city of Jodhpur is located around the grand Mehrangarh Fort which is bounded by a wall and several gates. Winding streets and unending bazaars run throughout the city that are l...more
SOURCE: http://www.happytrips.com/india/travel-guide/ideal-winter-holiday-destinations-in-india/gs45096678.cms
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