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6 Places To Chillout This Summer

Head to the hills. It’s time to chill and seek some thrills!

If you’re someone looking for options to escape the city’s hustle-bustle and the scorching heat wave, then we, at Akbar have got you covered! With summer setting in, planning a vacay to the hills is definitely on everyone’s minds. From the majestic and mysterious Himalayas to exotic forests and turquoise lakes we have a list of the best places to visit in summer and a myriad of ways to spend your summer holidays in India. All you have to do is pack your bags and head to your favourite destination.
So, it’s time to shake the summer-blues off for you!

1. Ladakh – The Land of Amazing Discoveries

Leh Ladakh

One of the most picturesque places on earth, Ladakh is a dream destination for many. Ladakh, which means ‘the land of high passes’ is a mesmerizing beauty that lies in the state of Jammu & Kashmir and on the top of everyone’s dream list of places to hit in the summers. Right from the beautiful hamlets and peaceful monasteries around Leh to the crystal Lakes, the place has a lot to offer.
Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or someone who simply wants to get lost in the beauty of the mountains, with interesting places to visit in summer, it makes one perfect destination to be in the top of your list.

Best Places to visit in Ladakh: Nubra Valley, Zanskar Valley, Spituk Gompa, Pangong Lake, Khardung-La pass and Hemis National Park.

Things to do in Ladakh: Trek to Drang-Drung glacier, spot the Tibetan fox, watch the lamas perform Chhams, raft across the Zanskar River, try the delectable Tibetan cuisine.

Events to attend: Festivals depict the traditions and culture of the place. And nothing could be better than planning your Ladakh holidays during a festival. Summer is the best time to plan your trip to Ladakh with festivals happening almost every month. Here are some of the festivals you could attend:

Yuru Kabgyat Festival (12th – 13th June)
Hemis Festival (23rd – 24th June)
Karsha Gustor Festival (11th – 12th July)

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2. Kashmir – Heaven on Earth

Kashmir Valley

With unspoiled beauty and its exuberance still intact, the valley of Kashmir never ceases to mesmerize people with its breath-taking beauty. The lofty Himalayas as its crown, the place is magnificent with its enchanting scenic beauty and pristine lakes dotted with colourful houseboats making it one of the best places to visit in summer. In other words, Kashmir can only be described as a paradise draped in white.

Not just this but Kashmir’s romantic and divine beauty makes it perfect for Bollywood to translate its musical story on the big screen. From Sharmila Tagore to Shah Rukh Khan, Bollywood royalty has shot in the backdrop of some of the most stunning locations in Kashmir. With best places to visit in summer and escape the summer heat, you can be sure of an amazing vacation.

Best Places to visit in Kashmir: Sonmarg, Gulmarg, Shalimar Bagh, Dal Lake, Shankaracharya Hill, Hazratbal Shrine

Things to do: Take a boat ride or just walk by the Dal lake with your loved one, spend a night in a houseboat, enjoy the Gondola cable car ride, go for paragliding, gorge on scrumptious Kashmiri food with amazing Kashmir tour packages.

3. Himachal Pradesh – One of The Best Places To Visit In Summer

Parvati Valley, Himachal Pradesh

With the summer sun high in the sky, it’s time to take that much-deserved break and head to cooler weather. The summer heat and humidity in India are intolerable, but the hill stations in India come to your rescue and welcome you with amazing landscapes.
So, if you’re someone looking to unwind and rejuvenate yourself in the lap of nature, then there’s no place in the country more vibrant and charming as Himachal. An insanely popular tourist destination commercialized yet serenely beautiful- that is Himachal for you in a nutshell.

Himachal is an absolute delight for adventure seekers. The jagged mountain stretches and great base camps make the very popular hill station one of the most coveted sites for trekking. Though the list of places to visit in Himachal is pretty long but we have short-listed few not-to-be-missed places for you.
So, plan your trip today and book your Himachal tour package for a mesmerizing experience.

Best Places to visit in Himachal: Solang Valley, Rohtang Pass, Hadimba Temple, Vashisht Hot-water spring, Arjuna Gufa, Club House.

Things to Do: One can enjoy Zorbing, take a Sulphur bath at Manikaran & go for paragliding at Solang valley.

4. Munnar – The Kashmir of South India

Munnar, Kerala

Think of an offbeat holiday, somewhere in the lap of nature in an isolated place, overlooking a dense forest and you think of Munnar.
And if this gets you excited, then there’s no better place than “God’s own country”- Kerala, to experience an amazing vacation in the hills.
From the sprawling tea plantations to the majestic elephants and from delectable curries to yummy jackfruit chips, Kerala has everything to capture the heart of a travel enthusiast.

Best Places to visit in Munnar: Tata Tea Museum, Elephant Lake, Pothamedu viewpoint, Attukal Waterfall and Anamudi Peak.

Things to do: Take a Shikara ride in Kundala lake, stay in a tree house & visit Eravikulam Park.

5. Bhutan – The Happiest Country in The World

Bhutan

An ethereal heaven on earth surrounded by stunning landscapes, snow-capped mountains and a gorgeous countryside, Bhutan is our top pick for a summer getaway.
A Buddhist kingdom set in the lap of the eastern side of the Himalayas, Bhutan has served as the best when hunting for the right destination.

But you know what makes the country stands out? Well, it is the warmth of the Bhutan population; where development is measured not by Gross National Product but by the Gross National Happiness.

There are tons of things to do in Bhutan, a small little paradise nestled between China and India is packed with some amazing activities for adventure junkies that are sure to take your breath away and give you chills. So, ensure you freeze your Bhutan tour package.

Best Places to visit in Bhutan: Rinpung Dzong, Tiger’s Nest monastery, Punakha Dzong & Buddha Dordenma Statue

Things to do: Go on a trek to Tiger’s Nest monastery, Attend Bhutanese Festival, go on a hot spring therapy.

6. Sikkim – The Valley of Flowers

Gangtok, Sikkim

One of the most magical and yet unexplored states in the country, Sikkim is a vibrant state in the North-Eastern Himalayas.
Besides monastery tours and adrenaline pumping adventure activities, one can experience the bliss of snowfall on your Sikkim trip.

Best Places To Visit In Sikkim: Tsomgo Lake, Nathula Pass, Yumthang Valley, Teesta River, Gangtok, Phodong Monastery and Hanuman Tok

Things To Do: Rafting in Teesta, Paragliding and cable-ride, trekking in Goecha La Trek, birdwatching in Kwezing.

Events To Attend: Get a glimpse of the Sikkimese culture and enjoy the enchanted beauty of Sikkim. Here are the events you could attend during your holiday to Sikkim.

International Flower festival (1st May – 31st May)
Saga Dawa (20th May – 4th June)

With our quintessential Akbar list of the best places to visit in summer, we are sure you have a ‘bucketful of places you’re just dying to visit.
So, what are you waiting for? Enjoy the mountains, enjoy the sun, summer has just begun!!!

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