India receives about four months of intense rainfall out of the twelve months of a calendar year, drawing tourists from all over the nation to hill stations to take in the beauty of the country up close and prepare for an exciting monsoon season.

People of all ages are drawn to experience the dangers of nature during the monsoon. From historical forts to parasailing, paragliding, and cascading waterfalls, people indulge themselves and travel to some of the most horrible places the rainy season has to offer. Here are some of the destinations you may visit during the monsoon season in India.

Lonavala

One of Maharashtra's high-altitude monsoon destinations, the hill station is nestled among the Sahyadri hills in the western ghats of India.

Given that it's within an hour's drive from both of the nearby cities of Mumbai and Pune, Lonavala is most famous for being a weekend escape for residents in and around these areas.

It is also known as the "Monsoon Gateway" because of the stunning waterfalls that emerge from the slopes of the mountains, providing all travellers with a picturesque panorama.

The hill station provides a variety of insights, such as historical forts from the elder generation for archaeologists to look up and investigate their architecture. Aside from this, Lonavala has several naturally evolved caves that are accessible to both locals and tourists.

Because of its high altitude, the city of Lonavala is always said to be misty and heavily covered with fog. Tourists can enjoy thrilling experiences such as camping, parasailing, trekking, and paragliding while immersed in the natural world.

Finally, the city is vying to be an emerging location for destination weddings, with high-end hotels and resorts providing their properties for nuptials.

Kerala

The Southwestern state of Kerela, also known as God's Own County, receives one of the most anticipated rainfalls, reaching up to 400 mm, which is higher than average, transforming the entire state into a lush green, majestic, and calm destination.

Kerela provides a unique monsoon destination experience, combining cultural and heritage indulgence with well-preserved tea and coffee estates.

The immensely attractive waterfalls set against the beautiful green woodlands that are not easily accessible to the public set them apart from other states in that they are among the most frequented and home to massive waterfalls in the country.

Anyone can tour the state's tea and coffee plantations. As a cultural statement, the meal here is cooked on wooden sticks/logs and served on banana leaves rather than plates.

People can also enjoy the experience of being at home on the water, which is known as house boating. You read that correctly: individuals live in houseboats and rent them out to tourists who want to explore Kerala's backwaters while spending quality time on one.

Kerala's wildlife makes it a popular location for adventure and travel lovers looking to connect with wildlife.

Coorg

Lastly, the Tropical monsoon destination called Coorg is a highly rated place to visit this Monsson.

Coorg, formerly known as Kodagu, is located in the southeastern state of Karnataka and attracts tourists from all over the world due to its spectacular waterfalls and beautiful scenery.

The weather in Coorg is frequently cold, thus warm clothing is required to keep the body temperature stable. Coorg experiences medium to moderate rainfall throughout the monsoon season, thus all tourists should be cautious because it can get dangerous in August and September.

Coorg has many attractions that attract tourists, including an elephant camp and various spice plantations, as well as a stream of flowing rivers that serve as a water source for the state of Karnataka.

The monsoon season in India is regarded as a time of abundance as everyone copes with the country's high temperatures. It allows individuals to take a vacation from their regular lives to enjoy the beauty of nature, rejuvenate themselves, and connect with their minds and bodies to create a peaceful state of mind.