Monsoon Season - Top Five Destination For Monsoon Travel Holidays In India

Everyone looks forward the monsoon season - 

The monsoon holiday travel of Five destination

 

in India.

Kerala

The beautiful state of Kerala is first to receive the monsoon showers. The state, which is always lush and green, takes on an even more vibrant hue with the onset of the monsoons. The monsoon season in Kerala lasts from July to September. There are many monsoon getaway options in Kerala.

Spend a relaxed vacation in the resorts and home stays at Ashtamudi, or take a lazy ride in the backwaters of Alappuzha on a houseboat. Indulge in some Ayurvedic therapy-it is believed to be more effective during the monsoons.

Udaipur, Rajasthan

One does not usually associate Rajasthan with a monsoon getaway but Udaipur is perhaps one of the best places to enjoy the monsoons in India. Every year, with the descent of the monsoons, city of lakes, Udaipur, become even more inviting. And most of the luxury hotels here have special monsoon offers as well.

The five lakes, Pichola, Fateh Sagar, Rang Sagar, Swaroop Sagar and Dudh Talai become a sight to behold when they are brimming with water. Enjoy the cool monsoon breeze and watch the rain falling on Pichola Lake with the various forts and palaces of the city in the background-what better way to spend a monsoon vacation in Udaipur.

Coorg, Karnataka

The alluring beauty of Coorg takes a new turn during the rains, making it all the more beautiful and splendid. You can also opt for trekking to famous scenic points such as Raja's Seat and Mandalpatti View Point or some astounding views of the adjoining surroundings.

Darjeeling, West Bengal: The rain-kissed lush plantations of Darjeeling look ethereal in the monsoons. The serenity and picture-postcard beauty of Darjeeling make it one of the top 10 monsoon holidays in India. Sip a cup of freshly-brewed tea and look out at the clouds floating across the mountains.

Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu

 The famous French quarters of Pondicherry is also a recommended option if you want to enjoy monsoons in quietude. Even though it rains heavily here, you can catch the sun on most days. Start your journey by taking a ferry ride to Paradise Beach, plan a day at Auroville or simply take a bicycle tour to experience the rains and the city at its best!

The alluring rains could be one of your reasons to visit Pondicherry but make sure to have prior hotel bookings as the place remains flocked with tourists during this time of the year.

Goa

 Monsoon in Goa means less crowd, lower hotel prices, secluded beaches, long bike rides and an invitation to the famous Feast of St. John festival that celebrates the rains. Goa is an ideal vacation destination all year round. Many people are begining to discover the charm of this beach destination in the monsoons. Take a walk on the beach while it gently drizzles and leave all your cares behind.

Mandore Garden - The Cenotaphs Are Built Along The Lines Of A Hindu Temple

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Mandore Garden is located in a small town Mandore in the district of Jodhpur of Rajasthan. Mandore was once the capital of the Marwar kings and is 9 kms away from Jodhpur city.

The extensive Mandore Garden has high rock hill terrace, making it a poular local attraction.

Later it was abandoned for security concerns regarding the Mehrangarh fort. The garden is open for tourists from 8 am to 8 pm.

In the Mandore garden, there are the dewals or cenotaphs of Jodhpur's former rulers. Instead of the usual chhatri-shaped cenotaphs typical of Rajasthan, the cenotaphs of the famous Mandore garden of Jodhpur, Rajasthan are built along the lines of a Hindu temple.

They are four stories high, with fine columns and an elegant spire, all in red sandstone. The most impressive dewal is the dewal of Maharaja Ajit Singh. These cenotaphs are set in beautiful landscaped gardens. The cenotaphs of the Maharani are set on a rocky outcrop over the hill.

Near to the cenotaphs is the hall of heroes. The hall is dedicated to various deities and Rajput folk heroes. The statues of the deities and heroes we are carved out of rock and painted in bright colors.

Also in this garden of Jodhpur, is "The Shrine of the Three Hundred Million Gods", filled with brightly colored images of the various Hindu Gods. As you climb up the hill, you come to the ruined city of Mandore, with its old palace.

The highlights of Mandore garden comprises of the graphic Hall of Heroes, a rock wall with high relief, bright paintings depicting scenes from the life of local heroes.

The Mandore Gardens also house a government museum, a 'Hall of Heroes' and a Hindu temple to 33 crore gods. Various artifacts and statues found in the area are housed at the museum.

The 'Hall of Heroes' commemorates popular folk heroes of the region. It contains 16 figures carved out of a single rock. Next door is a larger hall called "The temple of 33 crore gods" which houses images of various Hindu deities.

By Air

The nearest airport to Mandore Gardens is jodhpur airport , jodhpur which is 10 km away from Mandore Gardens.

By Train

The nearest railway station to mandore gardens is Jodhpur Jn Train Station which is 8 km away from Mandore Gardens.

By Bus

This garden located at one end of the town but is well connected by regular city bus service from all parts of the city. At a price of Rs 8 or Rs 10 you can reach this place. As this being city bus stand you will get immediate bus to your destination after visiting this garden.