India is home to some captivating autumn destinations that you ill instantly fall in love with. The vibrant shades of leaves in orange, red and gold during fall have an undeniable magic that leaves everyone mesmerised. Visit one of these places to immerse yourself in colors of autumn.
Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand
Famous for its meadows of alpine flowers, The Vally of Flowers,in Uttarakhand is equally stunning during the autumn. With lush green landscapes with colourful flowers all around, the place is breathtaking, to say the least. No wonder, this is the perfect place to enjoy autumn colours.
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Darjeeling is known for its tea gardens and their beauty increases manifold during autumn. The fall foliage is an enchanting mix of yellow, orange and green hues, creating a magical setting that is beyond imagination. Darjeeling’s tea gardens are the best place to be during fall.
Kullu-Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Kullu-Manali turns into a kaleidoscope of colours during autumn and is undoubtedly the most scenic spots to visit during fall. With the Beas river meandering through the valleys and the lush green landscapes that change to a palette of orange and red, the place instantly transforms you to a different world altogether.
Srinagar, Kashmir
‘Heaven on Earth’, as it is commonly called, is shrouded in a mystic regalia as the streets are adorned with beautiful rustic chinar leaves. Witness the fall foliage in its full glory while taking a shikara ride on Dal lake. Don’t forget to take a stroll in the colourful Mughal Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site to soak in the autumn hues.
Leh, Ladakh
During autumn, the barren landscape of Leh transforms into a beautiful canvas of orange and yellow hues.The breathtaking sights of Nubra valley and the Pangong lake will leave you speechless. Soak in all the colours while trying some local cuisine to give you the complete experience of the place.
Autumn is the time when you slow down and witness the abundance of nature, so make the most of it by spending time in the lap of nature.