December is that period of the year when most of the planet
is soaked in the lucent beds of snow. This is also a time when the
bone-chilling winds of Siberia, Antartica, Europe, and Far East Asia compels
many beautiful birds to make their interim home in India because of its
soothing climate and diverse landforms. Surrounded by the water bodies from
three sides along with the majestic Himalayan range sprawling in the north, the
country is a threshold to many hidden gems and unsullied landscapes blooming to
its full glory during the coldest season. While some places are radiating with
the mirage of the bygone eras, other places are oozing with the ethereal beauty
of nature's bounty.
Marked with a stretch of long holidays, December is a great
month to evoke an adrenaline rush and thrill in your travel journeys. Here are
the top 16 destinations which will make your winter vacations the experiential
one.
A) Kumaon
Sitting in the verdant hills of the Himalayas, the Kumaon
region of Uttarakhand is scattered with tranquil villages and scenic towns
exuding with the glory of green hills, freshwater lakes, and snow-clad
mountains. While trailing through its topsy-turvy lanes will open the gateway
to many unspoilt colonies of birds and mammals, one can also uncoil the doorway
to several ancient temples and caves. If the masonry of Jageshwar Dham Temple
talks architectural style that prevailed between the 8th and 9th century, the
vicinity of Mukteshwar Temple, Vrish Jageshwar Temple, Naina Devi Temple,
Haidakhan Babaji Temple, and Jhula Devi Temple are reverberating with the hymns
of Vedic shlokas. Besides carrying the spiritual angle these temples are
world-renowned for offering bewitching views of many popular peaks and summits
of Himalayas. The meticulously handcrafted tour of 'The Historical Walks of
Kumaon' will make you uncover places like Jageshwar, Mukteshwar, and Pangot
that has been carrying these highly-energized temples since yore.
B) Andamans
The archipelago of the Andaman Islands is yet another great
escape from the cold winds of the north. Laced by palm trees overlooking the
pristine turquoise beaches ringed around its beautiful isles, Andaman is a
perfect destination to unleash your passion for scuba diving, snorkeling, and
other water sports activities. Every Island in Andaman display a unique canvas
about its rich culture and unique landscape that thrives in the region. If the
cellular jail of Port Blair echoes with the oppression of our freedom fighter,
charming landscape of Neil's Island cast a magical spell on you. Besides
soaking into the captivating sunset of Neil's Island, you will get ample
opportunity to unfold the gorgeous life dwelling in the vast percent of Chidiya
Tapu. With Asian Adventures' upcoming Andaman Tour brace yourself to explore
the five elements of Andamans.
C) Jageshwar
Paving way through the dense forest of Uttarakhand will lead
you to Jageshwar- one of India's ancient village. Scattered with centuries-old
temples and caves, the place gives a deep insight into the mystical
civilization that flourished before the science of architecture and culture
emerged in other parts of the world. One may see Jageshwar as Shiva's abode for
the various forms of Shiva beautiful depicted in these temples, but the place
is also filled with tranquil and picturesque beauty alluring people to spend
some quality time on the lap of nature. All it takes is a long peep or a quiet
stroll in its untamed land to lay your eyes on the beautiful colonies of the
rare Himalayan birds. However, it is the celestial night of Jageshwar that has
become a muse for any artist. With the spiral of milky adorned like a jewel in
the midnight sky, Jageshwar is one of India's ultimate destination for starry
night walks. recommend
Hotel Van Serai
D) Varanasi
Shores of river Ganges have seen the emergence of many
cities and town but it is the spiritualism seeping under the mayhem of Varanasi
that has garnered popularity across the globe. Feted as one of the oldest towns
on this planet, it is amongst the sacred places in India attracting pilgrims
from all corners of the world. It is said that on the
Shores of river Ganges have seen the emergence of many
cities and town but it is the spiritualism seeping under the mayhem of Varanasi
that has garnered popularity across the globe. Feted as one of the oldest
cities on this planet, the arrangement of the place radiates the ancient
culture that reverberates in its vast expanse. One will get to see around 2000
types of temples and for this reason, Varanasi is called the land of temples.
Various famous and important temples have been situated at the Ganges Ghats. It
is believed that the Ganges flowing in Varanasi is so pure that a dip in the
river can wash away all the sins and break the cycle of life and death.
E) Corbett Experience
In the dense thickets of Himalayan Foothills lies a national
park which has become a significant turf of Bengal Tigers. Ringed by verdant
hills and crisscrossed by Kosi river, the wild landscape of the park tells a heroic
saga of Jim Corbett who liberated the entire region from the nightmares of
man-eaters and transformed it into an ultimate wilderness destination
attracting serious birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts from around the globe.
Hosting a wide variety of unique and rare birds including Ibisbill, Pallas's
Fish Eagle, Tawny Fish Owl, Himalayan Woodpecker, etc, Corbett National Park is
one of the notable destinations being covered in the most awaited
North IndiaBirding Tour.
