Best Places To See In May In India To Experience The Summer Bliss

As the summer sets in, travellers flock to the hills to escape the heat and cool down in the pleasant breeze of the mountains. With Rohtang Pass set to open and Ooty’s Summer Festival coming up, we recommend mountain destinations like Manali, Spiti Valley, Ooty and Mount Abu as some of the best places to visit in May in India.

4 best places to visit in May in India:

Manali

The town is also a gateway to the nearby Rohtang Pass, which is a popular destination for snow lovers. Connecting the Kullu Valley with Lahaul and Spiti Valley, this mountain pass is one of the world’s highest motorable highways. It closes in the winter due to snowfall and opens up in May, every year, making it the best time to enjoy the natural beauty of the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas.

Nagaland

This northeastern state is renowned for its rich cultural heritage as it is home to many diverse indigenous tribes.

The state comes alive in May with the festival of Moatsu where you can experience the best of Naga culture. Celebrated in the first week of May over three days, Ao people of Nagaland come together after working hard repairing their homes and maintaining farmlands. All about fun and merry-making, the festival is marked by song and dance.

Ooty

May is a wonderful time to visit as the Department of Tourism of Tamil Nadu hosts the Ooty Summer Festival. From the flower show, spice show, fruit show, rose show, and vegetable show to a boat race, all these exciting events are a part of this event. The tentative dates of the festival are May 15 to 31.

The town is surrounded by forests and hills, offering a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Some of the popular attractions in Ooty include the Ooty Lake, Botanical Gardens, Doddabetta Peak, Rose Garden, and Government Museum.

Sikkim

Saga Dawa, one of the biggest festivals in Sikkim, takes place this month, commemorating the birth and life of Lord Buddha. The festival is full of vibrant street processions and religious ceremonies that are worth experiencing. This year, Saga Diwa is happening on May 5.

After attending this wonderful festival, you can explore popular tourist attractions like Tsomgo Lake, Yumthang Valley, Nathu La Pass, Pelling, and Khecheopalri Lake.

By Priyaja Bakshi

Đăng bởi: Thiệp Nguyễn Văn