Places to visit in India in December
This post suggests places to visit in India this December, focusing on the expected weather conditions and significance of important events in those regions.
December in India marks the beginning of the winter season and temperatures vary depending on the region you choose to visit. While north India is extremely cold, the south has cool and pleasant weather.
Many domestic and International travelers plan a holiday to many popular destinations to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Here are a few of our picks for you.
Nainital
Nainital, also known as ‘Lake District of India’ is a pretty hill station that is set around the beautiful lake called ‘Nainital Lake’. Surrounded by 3 majestic mountains, the hill station offers you the best experience with nature.
This is an ideal winter destination for tourists around the world to celebrate Christmas and welcome the New Year. You can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Himalayan peaks, boating in the Naini Lake & refreshing walks through Oak, deodar, and pine forests. With the densely forested mountains, the place is a heaven for trekkers.
How to reach
Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport, 65 kilometers away from Nainital city.
Nearest Railway station: Kathgodam station, 23 kilometres away from the city.
Thajiwas Glacier, Sonamarg
Thajiwas Glacier in Jammu & Kashmir is located at an altitude of 9186, with enormous beauty. The captivating views on either side of the road, snow-filled mountains that are surrounded by conifer trees, meadows, and frozen lakes will take your breath away.
Enjoy taking hikes to the several beautiful waterfalls around the Thaijwas Glacier, go for a sledding ride, build snow castles & snowmen, take a pony ride for sightseeing, and click beautiful photos to capture the wonderful moments.
How to reach
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport Srinagar, 88 kilometers away from the location.
Nearest Railway station: Udhampur station at Jammu, around 383 kilometers away from the location.
Pondicherry
Pondicherry, also known as Puducherry, is a charming little town on the southern coast of India. The place is perfect for those who wish to spend a leisure vacation.
Experience the beautiful amalgamation of traditional Indian culture and French architecture, attractive colonial buildings, serene, and unspoiled beaches, tree-lined boulevards, spiritual sceneries, Gingee fort & Jawahar Toy museum. Puducherry is known for its beautiful handicrafts at Pondy Bazaar and has a surprising variety of delicious cuisines.
How to reach
Nearest Airport: Puducherry Airport, 8 kilometers away from Auroville
Nearest Railway station: Puducherry, Tirupadripulyur, and Cuddalore Port Junction stations.
Udaipur
Udaipur, known as the city of lakes and palaces, boasts several beautiful palaces and lakes that are surrounded by lush green Aravallis hills. The city is a wonderful alternative for people who had never been to Venice.
Some of the popular attractions in Udaipur are Lake palace in the middle of the beautiful Lake Pichola, Jaisamand man-made sweet water lake, Monsoon Palace, Shilpgram arts, and crafts festival that is celebrated from 21 Dec to 30 Dec, Udaipur city palace, Solar observatory in Lake Fateh Sagar, and many more.
How to reach
Nearest Airport: Maharana Pratap Airport, 20 kilometers away from the city center.
Nearest Railway station: Rana Pratap Nagar and Udaipur city stations.
Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand
Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand is India’s oldest and prestigious tiger rich national park. This visually attractive park spreads over 520 square kilometers and comprises lush green mountains, lakes, grasslands, river belts, and marshes with an abundance of wildlife present.
Visit this place to enjoy a variety of birds, numerous species of flora & fauna, Jeep, and canter safari’s to see tigers in the wild, lively interaction with deers, elephant safaris, night stay at the park, and many more.
How to reach
Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Domestic Airport, approximately 123 kilometres away from the park.
Nearest Railway station: Ramnagar station, well connected to all major cities.