The list of the best, the most wonderful places to visit in the month of January in India is long as India is a big country with a lot to offer. But few of them are places that you must visit under any circumstances if you are going to travel for the first time especially in the month of January in India.

It is important that you travel in India with due planning and if your trip to India isn’t planned then you will end up wasting a lot of time and money and most probably ruin your whole trip. It is best to book hotels in advance buy tickets in due time so that you can save a lot of money as India is full of people who visit it in the winter months. You can travel to India in luxury if you book business class tickets as there are many business class flights from USA to India at cheap prices. So here’s is a list of the best places that can be visited in the winter months in India.

Zanskar, Jammu And Kashmir:

If you are a person who loves nature and snow, then you can visit Zanskar. Here, you will find a legendary Lake that is covered with thick snow and you can walk on it. Zanskar is famous for its Frozen Lake and offers a splendid experience. Another thing on offer here is the Chadar Trek which is one of the most difficult treks that you will experience in the Himalayas as it will test your will and strength.

The months of January and February are the only months when the whole valley is covered with an alluring sheet of snow and the weather is as cold as it can be. There are a few must visit places in Zanskar like the Buddhist monasteries, Patnitop, the glaciers and the Rongkhul where you can indulge in activities like river rafting rock climbing, trekking and paragliding.You can reach Zanskar by Air or by road.

Auli, Uttarakhand:

Auli is one of the most beautiful and most visited placesthat attracts a large number of tourists in the winter months. There are a lot of things to explore therein. A beautiful hill station which actually defines what nature is, with or without snow, full of adventurous activitieslike skiing, trekking and more.You can book tour packages as they are the best option to enjoy the greenery along with snow of this hill station in month of December-February. You can also enjoy the amazing view of thelegendary Nanda Devi range and the pristine rivers that flow through it. The famous Rudraprayag, Joshimath, KwaniBugyal and of course the world famous Chenab lake are the places that deserve a visit in Auli. You can indulge in lots of activities like trekking, skiing, river rafting etc. One can reach Auli through every means of transport like by air, by train, by buses or by your own car. All facilities are available as per your convenience.

Delhi:

Well, Delhi is known as mini India as well as the heart of India as it houses a bit of everything from the whole country. No list is complete without Delhi in it. Being the capital of India with different people having belief in different religions, the charm of Delhi in the months of January and February is absolutely amazing. Delhi is the place where you can see actual work of architecture of ancient times in so many of its historic buildings and places. Historical monuments like theBaoli in Mehrauli, Iskcon temple, Lotus temple,Lutyens Delhi andAkshardhamMandirand last but not the leastJama Masjidare places where you can have a splendid time in the winters because in summers it’s too hot. In terms of shopping, places like Karol Bagh and Sarojini Nagar offers the cheapest and best things and in terms of food, Delhi offers lot of variety. You must try the street food which is quite delicious especially the Mughlai delicacies of Old Delhi. New Delhi is well connected with flights connecting it to the whole world and the rest of the country.

Jaipur, Rajasthan:

The royal city of Jaipur also known as the Pink city of Rajasthan is one of the favourite tourist places to visit in India in the winters. This capital city of the state of Rajasthan induces the feeling of royalty, calmness and a relaxed atmosphere.The Literature festival which takes place in the month of January is the time when most of the literature buffs arrive in Jaipur and this makes the Jaipur a specialtourist attraction in the said month. Besides this, there are forts and palaces like the world famousHawa Mahal, Amer Fort, JantarMantar, ChokhiDhani, and Birla Mandirthat make the city a magnificent destination. You can experience the calm and relaxing time by visiting the pink city in month of December and January. The Camel fair in Bikaner, which is a few kilometres away from Jaipur is a must visit place and then there is the jeep safari, the hot air balloon rides and other interesting activities as well to make your time much more enjoyable. There are several means of transport to reach the famous pink destination but the one you should definitely try is the famous Palace on Wheels which is the ultimatetransport to enjoy each and every popular site of Rajasthan.

Kutch, Gujarat:

Kutch is also a really famous tourist place that is situated in Gujarat which is known as the western most state of India. The best time to visit is in the months of December and January. Besides the famous white desert, there are forts, Museums, wildlife sanctuaries, several historical buildings and many more beautiful places to visit in Gujarat. You can attend the festivals that are held in winters and have a great time. The most appealing festival is International Kite festival. Kutch is known to be blessed with rich flora and fauna and one of the favourite places to live therein for migratory birds during winters.To feel the actual realness of the Kutch you can book a stay in the eco-resort and homestay.

FAQ:-

1.> Which is the best place to visit in winter in India?

ANS:- So for mild sweet sunshine and cool breezes, head to places like Kerala, Mumbai, Goa, Rajasthan etc. While for a proper white winter, turn north towards Auli, Manali, Gulmarg or Sonmarg.

2.> What is the most visited place in India?

• Goa – The Official Party Hub
• Mcleodganj – Heaven Amidst The Hills
• Srinagar – The Gem Of Kashmir
• Andaman – The Beach Haven
• Leh-Ladakh – The Biker’s Paradise

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