September is a time of the year in India when the monsoon season in the country is in full swing and there are different types of towns, cities, hill stations and tourist destinations that are ideal for best places to visit in India in September.
September is a pleasant time when there are days with heavy rains and then days with just a single shower or two.
The landscape scenery is lush green and beautiful and the climate is mild and cool to enjoy for tourists.
The following are some of the top places to visit in India in September:
1. Lonavla, Maharashtra
Lonavala is a top tourist attraction in Maharashtra especially, in the monsoon season.
This hill station is located on the route between Mumbai and Pune and is just one to two hours away from both cities depending on traffic.
Popular Tourist Attractions
There are many tourist attractions in Lonavala like Bushi Dam, Lonavala Lake, Tungarli Lake, and Lion’s Point.
Shree Narayani Dham Temple, Ryewood Park, Bhor Ghat, Valvan Dam, Rajmachi Point, Karla Caves, Bhaja Caves, and Lohagad Fort are all top attractions in Lonavala.
Popular Things to do
Going to the Della Adventure Park, to the Celebrity Wax Museum, to the Miniature World Museum, Water sports activities, and the Dinosaurs Park is a good idea. The famous Chikki of Lonavala which is a chewy sweet snack is worth tasting in Lonavala.
2. Ooty, Tamil Nadu
It is a top hill station in Tamil Nadu that is known for its lush rolling hills, beautiful lakes, lovely gardens and also nice hill station weather.
The weather in September is beautiful as there is rainfall and mild weather, perfect for a hill station vacation in the monsoons.
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Popular Tourist Attractions
The tourist attractions in Ooty include Avalanche Lake, Ooty Lake, and Emerald Lake as this place is known for its lakes. It also includes visiting Doddabetta Peak, Kamaraj Sagar Dam, Needle View Hill Point, and traveling on the Ooty Toy Train.
Kalhatty Waterfalls, Pykara Waterfalls, Wenlock Downs, and Toda Huts are other tourist attractions in Ooty.
Popular Things to do
Visiting the famous gardens of Ooty like the Government Botanical Gardens, the Government Rose Garden, and a visit to the Tea Factory, Tea Museum and the natural reserves and parks in the area are worth a visit.
3. Lachen, Sikkim
This is a town in Sikkim popular with tourists especially, in the monsoon months. Lachen Valley is at the base of Chopta Valley and has historical and religious significance and is a top choice for wildlife enthusiasts.
Sikkim is a beautiful place and Lachen in Sikkim is being promoted as a tourist destination.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Places to visit in India in September in Lachen Valley include Thangu Valley, Chopta Valley, Gurudongmar Lake, and Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary and Lachen Monastery.
Popular Things to do
Many tourists visit Lachen for the adventure sports that are popular at Lachen. Thrilling treks, visiting Kanchenjunga National Park, and enjoying adventure sports activities is a good idea.
4. Amritsar, Punjab
Amritsar is a holy city and has temples, Gurudwaras, great places to shop, wonderful Punjabi restaurants and also has many tourist attractions. In the monsoon, rain takes time to reach Punjab and the September weather is usually mild in the city.
Amritsar is a great place to visit in India in September as it showcases Punjabi culture very effectively in India.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Religious places to visit in Amritsar include the famous Golden Temple, Jama Masjid, the Durgiana Temple, and Akal Takht.The nearby Wagah-Attari Border near Amritsar between India and Pakistan is worth visiting and so is the War Memorial Museum in Amritsar.
Jallianwala Bagh is a famous place worth visiting and so is the Partition Museum. St. Paul’s Church, Harike Bird Sanctuary and the Gobindgarh Fort are all places to visit in India in September.
Popular Things to do
Amritsar has great Dhabas and restaurants that serve the best Punjabi food in the world. Langar at the gurudwaras is an experience and so is shopping at Lawrence Road, Hall Market, Guru Bazaar and Katra Jaimal Singh Bazaar.
5. Srinagar, Jammu, and Kashmir
Srinagar is a major tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir and is situated on the banks on the Jhelum River, in the Kashmir Valley. It is a beautiful city known for its lakes, garden and the beautiful culture of the region.
Srinagar receives rainfall in September and it has mild weather during this season perfect for tourism.
Popular Tourist Attractions
There are many houseboats on the beautiful lakes in the city. The tourist attractions include Dal Lake, Nigeen Lake, Wular Lake, and Manasbal Lake.
Tourist places to visit in north India in September include Mughal Gardens, Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Botanical Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple, and Sher Garhi Palace.
Popular Things to do
Lal Chowk is the central area of the city and a great place to shop. Visiting the Salim Ali National Park, Anchar Lake, Polo View Road, and Zabarwan Park is a great option.
6. Nainital, Uttrakhand
Nainital is a hill station in Uttarakhand and is located in the Kumaon foothills. This is a top tourist destination in the region and is famous for the famous Nainital Lake.
It is the best place to visit in September during monsoon season in Nainital and is beautiful. Nainital is a top hill station in India and popular with families as well as honeymooners.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Top tourist places to visit in India in September in Nainital include Nainital Lake, Snow View, Tiffin Top, Cave Garden, Raj Bhawan Governor House, Naina Peak, and Gurney House.
The Himalayan Botanical Gardens, Corbett Reservation, Nainital Zoo, Sattal Lake, and Mango Lake View Point are other top tourist attractions.
Popular Things to do
Visiting Mall Road for shopping, riding the aerial ropeway, and visiting the famous Tibetan Market in Nainital are top things to do while visiting the famous hill station.
7. Ladakh, Jammu, and Kashmir
Ladakh is a top tourist destination in India. It is a great place to see mountainous areas and to visit places that are high above sea level.
It has a beautifully diverse culture with large landscapes, Buddhist monasteries, and historic sites and is a perfect destination for places to visit in India in September.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Ladakh has many tourist attractions and snow places to visit in india in september include Nubra Valley, Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, the Hall of Fame, and Zorawar Fort.
There are many monasteries in Ladakh worth visiting including Thiksey Monastery, Spituk Monastery, Stok Monastery, Phyang Monastery, and Sanskar Monastery.
Popular Things to do
Visiting the Magnetic hill region, shopping at the Leh Market, and taking part in the adventure sports activities like trekking in this region are popular things to do in Leh and Ladakh.
8. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi is the religious and spiritual capital of India and is a leading tourist place in India all year round. The city is located on the banks of the river Ganga and the main attraction of this city is the over 2000 temples in the city.
Varanasi is a cultural hub in Uttar Pradesh and receives tourists from all over the world every year.
Popular Tourist Attractions
The tourist attractions include the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Dashashwamedh Ghat, Assi Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, and Shri Durga Temple as they are leading religious places to visit in Varanasi.
Other attractions include Dhamek Stupa, Ramnagar Fort, Chaukhandi Stupa, Tibetan Temple and Sarnath Circle which are the top places to visit in India in September.
Popular Things to do
Boat ride on the river Ganga, visiting Varanasi Water Park, witnessing the famous Ganga Aarti, and visiting Sarnath Museum are some of the popular things to do in Varanasi.
9. Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
It is in Himachal Pradesh is the home of the Dalai Lama and a major hub in India for exiled Tibetans.
It is the popular place to visit in September during summer and is a beautiful city and the monsoon season sees heavy rains which make the landscape even more beautiful.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Popular tourist attractions include Kangra Valley, Dharamkot, Triund Hill, the famous Dalai Lama Temple Complex, Bhagsu Waterfall, the Dal Lake, Tsuglag Kang, and the St. John in the Wilderness Church.
Popular Things to do
Tourists can visit the Tea Gardens and can also visit the famous Naam Art Gallery. A popular thing to do include the War Memorial and visit the Tibetan Museum. Jogiwara Road is famous for shopping, and so is the famous Dharamshala Cricket Stadium.
10. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
It is a top hill station to visit in Southern India. Kodaikanal is a beautiful town set in the Palani Hills and the Tamilian translation of the name of this town means “the Gift of the Forest”.
This place is known as the “Princess of Hill Stations” has beautiful pine forests and lovely lakes and it rains throughout the year so visiting in September is not much different from any other months.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Some popular tourist attractions include Kodaikanal Lake, Silver Cascade Falls, Bear Shola Falls, and the famous Kodaikanal Pine Forest.
Top attractions include Guna Caves, Fairy Falls, Upper Lake View Area, Liril Falls, Kumbakarai Falls, Thalaiyar Falls, and Perumal Peak which are top choices in Kodaikanal.
Popular Things to do
There are many things to do in Kodaikanal. This includes visiting Bryant Park, visiting the famous Kurinji Andavar Temple, shopping at Chettiar Park Road, and also visiting the Natural History Museum in Kodaikanal.
11. Wayanad, Kerala
Wayanad is a top tourist destination in Kerala and is known for its temples, natural beauty, and lush green landscapes especially in the rainy season and beautiful hill station of Kerala. It is one of the best place in south india to visit in September.
This is a perfect choice for all types of tourists as it has many attractions and the area has natural forests, wildlife, and beautiful hills.
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Popular Tourist Attractions
Popular tourist attractions include Edakkal Caves, Banasura Sagar Dam, Neelimala View Point, Karlad Lake, Soochipara Falls, Meenmutty Falls, Karapuzha Reservoir, Chembra Peak, Sunrise Valley, and Lakkidi Valley.
There are many reserves including the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, and Bandipur Tiger Reserve which are all great places to visit.
Popular Things to do
Visiting Wayanad Heritage Museum, visiting the religious sites in the city, visiting the nearby villages and towns, and visiting the tea estates in the region is a great idea.
12. Coonoor, Tamil Nadu
Coonoor is a hill station in Tamil Nadu in the beautiful Nilgiri Hills region of the state. It has rolling hills, beautiful gardens, and lovely tourist attractions even popular in September.
Places to visit in India in September include Coonoor which is particularly known for the tea estates in the region.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Popular tourist’s places include Catherine Falls, Droog Fort, St. George’s Church, Law’s Falls, Rallia Dam, the famous Dolphin’s Nose, Doddabetta Peak, Wellington, Lamb’s Rock, and Hidden Valley.
Popular Things to do
Popular things to do include visiting Sim’s Park, riding on the famous Heritage Train, and visiting the Lady Canning’s Seat area for hiking and trekking.
The Highfield Tea Factory is worth a visit, riding on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, and visiting the various tea estates in the region is a good choice.
13. Rishikesh, Uttrakhand
Rishikesh is a popular tourist destination in the foothills of the Himalayas. This tourist destination lies on the banks of the river Ganga and is known not just for the temples and ashrams in the town but also known for the adventure sports activities like rafting in Rishikesh.
Rishikesh has plenty of tourist attractions and is a perfect place to visit in India in September.
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The popular tourist attractions include Lakshman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Triveni Ghat, Trimbakeshwar Temple and Beatles Ashram.
Popular Things to do
Rishikesh is a top tourist destination in India for a spiritual journey and to visit various temples and famous ashrams is worth visiting.
Rishikesh is famous for its many river rafting camps and adventure sports activities in and around the city. Camping on the banks of the river is a fun activity especially for young tourists in the region.
This article was originally published at travlics.com.
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