By Samik (03rdMay, 2008)
Shillong – The capital of Meghalaya or the ‘ Abode
of the Clouds’ is one of the most beautiful area of northeastern
states. It’s evocative natural beauty and grandeur lure countless
travelers every year. Home to many tribes such as Khasi, Jaintia and Garo,
Meghalaya has a unique cultural diversity amidst a calm environ. Shillong is
full of life but in the monsoon it takes a different shape. The wind
whispers through the verdant sacred forests and the land is throbbing, full
of life. Cherrapunjee is one of the northeast most visited tourist spot and
also famous as ' rain capital of the world'. Experience Cherrapunjee in the
monsoon and soak in its magical splendor.
Udaipur – The city in the rugged terrain of Rajasthan,
is also known as ' City of Lakes'. Founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar
in the 16th century, its beautiful palaces speak about the grandiosity of
erstwhile rulers. At the heart of lake, in the beautiful lake palace of
Udaipur watching the rain beat down on the restless waters around you, is
all together is different experience. The peacock call pierced through the
stormy sky and the evening breeze to welcome the rain.Below I have listed
some of the best rail journeys around the world thats mesmerizing, amazing
and experience of a lifetime.
Varanasi – The oldest and holiest city in the world
nestled beautifully along the sacred bank of Ganga. The best time to visit
Varanasi is surely at the time of monsoon when weather become mild and
mighty Ganga in full flow. Boat ride in the early morning witnessing golden
ray diffusing through dark clouds, the devotees offering prayers, temple
bells and the spiritual fervor is absolutely mesmerizing.
Ladakh – Though the barren mountain land is mostly
untouched by monsoon still it is worth mentioning in the list because of its
pristine sky, caramel hued craggy mountain ranges, the serpentine green
Indus and Zanskar rivers snaking across the beautiful landscape. Ladakh is
set in the rain shadow area of the Greater Himalayas and the best time to
visit the place is during the monsoon time that is June to September.t is
valuable express that starts from Seattle and roam around some of the best
places in United States. It travel through Olympia, Portland, beautiful
Klamath Falls, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles. Stop at lush
Cascades, Big Sur and Monetary Peninsula.
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Varanasi
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