Places To Visit In August In India in 2024

Lahaul is the hidden neighbour of Ladakh. It is cut off for a good six months due to thick sheets of snow. As the summer months arrive, the snow melts giving way to visit this beauty. Relatively untouched, Lahaul hosts a beautiful shade of blue sky and equally picturesque meadows. Reaching Lahaul might require you to pass through Manali which receives adequate rainfall in July. Thus, a lot of travellers prefer travelling in August.

The rain paints the town of Tawang in multiiate shades of green. All the greenery is so soothing to the eye and the pre-existing beauty of Tawang is further amplified. August is the monsoon season in Arunachal Pradesh. This replenishes the mighty waterfalls and flora. All in all, a paradise for the nature lovers!

Besides being an educational and industrial hub, Pune holds ious hidden gems. Adventure lovers can always opt for trekking to Rajmachi fort. Another plus is the white water rafting. Monsoon is the most ideal time for rafting and Kolad is famous for its river rafting programs. On the other hand, if you’re feeling a little lazy, we suggest a long drive to Lonavala which is sure to drive away the monsoon blues.

Pondicherry, or Puducherry, is a coastal town famous for its unique blend of French and Indian cultures and some of the most beautiful beaches. Dotted with French bakeries, cafes, bohemian stores, and cobblestone paths seamless for leisurely walks, Pondicherry offers something for everyone. Adventure enthusiasts can indulge in kayaking and scuba diving. Here, travelers can relax by the shore and witness spectacular sunsets, completing their dreamy experience in Pondicherry.

Lovely mountains and green fields surround Srinagar, Jammu, and Kashmir. In Sanskrit, Srinagar means 'the city of wealth and abundance'. This city is snuggled on the banks of Jhelum and has some beautiful lakes, like the Dal Lake. You can enjoy rowing in Shikhara, visiting the Mughal Gardens, and taking trance walks through the city and ancient mosques and minarets.
The summer in Srinagar lasts from May to September. The days can get a tad hot and long from May to July. August is the ideal time to pay a visit. The evenings are pleasant as well. The Dal Lake witnesses a bloom in lotuses in August. Pretty, pretty, pretty!

The winters in Gangtok are pretty harsh while the monsoon is a bliss! Not many tourists visit Gangtok during this period. That’s when it transforms into your personal heaven. The fresh lush green beauty encompasses you and the lack of tourists just makes it more calm. July is the wettest month and frequently leads to landslides.

Shirdi is a holy town located in Maharashtra. Although, it receives pilgrims throughout the year, we believe that August is the best time to pay a visit. August brings in light showers and the temperatures are very pleasant. It is perfect for sightseeing as well as Ashram visit.

This is a historically significant and loved tourist place in Tamil Nadu. Once the house of the famous demon king Mahabali, Mahabalipuram was later renamed Mamallapuram.
The tranquillity, appealing atmosphere, and imposing setting with many sandy beaches dotted with casuarina trees are the reasons to visit this town. Some famous tourist spots are the Shore Temple and the Five Rathas, the Crocodile Bank, home to exquisite species of crocodiles and gators, and the beach resorts in Kovalam and Sadras.

Goa is in the Konkan region and attracts tourists all year. Thanks to lower alcohol prices, it has one of the best nightlife in India. Being a Portuguese territory, there are churches and forts. The beaches provide a serene backdrop for thoughtful walks, while the Dudhsagar Waterfall is a must-visit spectacle. Among the rain, August in Goa is marked by the lively celebrations of the Sao Joao festival, where locals don colourful attire, sing songs, and jump into overflowing wells, bringing the Goan culture to its full exuberance.

Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, is a serene location to visit in August. The Baspa River, with its mild murmur, adds to the peaceful ambience of the Sangla Valley, where monasteries and apple orchards are snuggled amidst the Himalayas. As one navigates the roads leading to the Indo-Tibetan border near Chitkul in August, the Buddhist chants, local traditions, and the scent of rain-soaked earth create a transcendent experience.