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The joyous celebrations, beautiful weather, and colourful landscape make for some of the best destinations to visit in North India in February. February marks the end of the winter season in India. During the winter season, the exalted nature of the country unveils the most colourful panorama.
So, for adventure seekers, family vacationers, couples and honeymooners, here is a list of the top 10 destinations you can visit in North India in February.
1. Leh
Leh is a sublime world beyond the mundane we live in every day. With an exceptionally hospitable population, it welcomes tourists from all over into their monasteries and stupas, and there are not many places to visit during the winter in North India that can provide the same serenity as Leh can. Since the district is located at an altitude of more than 11,000 feet, it needs some acclimatisation beforehand.
2. Bastar
Located in the state of Chhattisgarh, Bastar is a land of mystic and mysteries. Visit this little-explored part of India to encounter ant-eating humans, naked tribal people, colourful tribal markets, time-warped villages and India's own Niagara Falls.
3. Kaas Valley
Kaas Valley is one of the most interesting places to visit in India and is declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Kaas Plateau is a mini valley of flowers in Maharashtra. Post winter, Kaas blossoms into one of the most wonderful places to visit in North India; which makes for a remarkable weekend getaway destination from Mumbai, giving opportunities for visitors to explore the outdoors. Trails along the valley would help you study hundreds of species of flowers in the region.
4. Shillong
The capital of a tiny northeastern state, Meghalaya - Shillong is endowed with an excess of rain all year long, but early February is the time when the rain gods decide to take a foot back and relax. On the surface, it may look like a typical modern Indian town, but its soul lies in its colonial-era architecture still prevalent in some sectors. Shillong of the unique places to visit in North India in February.
5. Ranthambore National Park
Though it's in Rajasthan, the environs will be balmy around Ranthambore in February. And since it's located between the Aravallis and the Vindhyas, the weather during February is pleasant. Ranthambore is one of the quintessential places to visit during the winter in North India, and it's worth it!
6. Valley Of Flowers
March is just the right time of the year to experience the wonders of nature at the Valley Of Flowers trek in Uttarakhand. 300 km north of Rishikesh, the trek starts from a distant village in Uttarakhand, Govindghat. The trek through the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve promises the valley in full bloom during the winter.
7. Orchha
This hidden heritage city is in the heart of India and is one of the finest places to visit in North India in February for travellers interested in history, art and culture. The ancient temples and palaces around the city such as Raja Ram Temple, Jahangir Mahal and Rai Praveen Mahal are sure must-visit places to visit in North India for travellers in Orchha.
8. Gangtok
Head to the hills of Sikkim along the Teesta River and reach the gorgeous capital city, Gangtok. The numerous hilltops such as Ganesh Tok and Hanuman Tok; monasteries namely Rumtek and Enchey monastery, and scenic viewpoints around the city of Gangtok are some of the top places to visit in North India. They make this location an absolute delight especially during February when the pleasant climate makes it the best time to visit Gangtok.
9. Gulmarg
February is an excellent time to get your gear on and go snowboarding and skiing in the snow-clad meadows of Kashmir. Gulmarg not only becomes the hub of adventure activities during this season but also promises surreal landscapes and a clear night sky for those who want a peaceful vacation. It remains one of the most visited and beautiful places in North India.
10. Kasol
Get a taste of the hills of Himachal Pradesh during the pleasant wintertime. The hill town of Kasol and the entire Parvati Valley is a hub of travellers throughout the year. During February, the hikes around this town leading to other attractive places to visit in North India such as Kheerganga, Malana and Rasol offer the best scenic trails to adventure lovers.
