10 of the Coolest Places in India: These Super Cold Destinations are a Must Visit for All the Daredevils Out There, and Anyone Up for an Adventure in 2019!

Summers are here, and so is the scorching heat they bring with them. Summers in India can be very ruthless with temperatures crossing over 45 degree Celsius in the northern and western states. And, with summer holidays around the corner, everyone wants to quench their thirst for a break with the perfect summer travelling destination.

Well, we’re here to take care of that! There are myriad of travel destinations in India ranging from the snow-covered Himalayan ranges in the north to the exotic beaches in the south, and keeping the daunting summer heat in mind, the travel spot which stands out is a hill station!

A small town amidst the snow-covered mountains with scenes you’d want to keep in your memories forever is a perfect summer destination for your family as well as friends.

Before we move on to check out the coolest places in India to visit in summers, there are a couple of things which are an absolute necessity while travelling to the remotest parts of India.

Planning an itinerary may seem like a tedious and daunting task but trust us on this one, giving just a few hours out of your one day could prove to be a lifesaver, not in the literal sense of course.

By planning an itinerary, you can make sure to get the best out of any place you visit. Just deciding on the location, packing your bags and leaving rest to the trip won’t do you any good, and if anything, you may only regret not planning an itinerary beforehand.

If you’re worried about not being able to take some time out to prepare the best itinerary for you, inspirock.com is one platform which makes the job much easier for you! Enter when, where, and for how long you’re planning on to visit a place along with how many people, and they will show you the best possible itinerary for your travel, as simple as that.

As some of these beautiful places are almost entirely cut out from the rest of the country, you may not want to invite any uninvited troubles. As most of these small towns and villages belong to the remotest part of the nation, they haven’t really been speared with the technology which we use in our everyday lives.

You may not be able to find an ATM for hundreds of kilometres, and while you’re out of cash, this could turn into some severe affair out there alone in the mountains where there is no medium at all for any electronic transactions. Hence, our advice would be to keep a sufficient amount of emergency cash to avoid getting into any troubles whatsoever.

Without wasting any further time, let’s now move on to the most refreshing summer travel destinations for which are curated keeping in mind that you have the coolest (pun intended) time of your life!

Many of these places are open to visitors throughout the year, although summers are considered to be the best time to visit these. Here are the top coolest places in India for you to visit.

India’s coldest inhabited place and the world’s second coldest populated place, Dras invites you in for one thrilling experience. It’s known as the gateway to Ladakh in Kashmir, and this small town comes under the district of Kargil.

The ideal time to visit Dras is during summers and early winters as, during monsoon (July-August), all major trekking routes shut down, and there are even cloud bursts and landslides sometimes. Sun shines brightly during summers and early winters to give you a warm and pleasant experience amidst the cold and misty winds. Winters are extreme, and temperatures have dropped down to as low as -45 degree Celsius here!

It’s is one of the most underrated tourism spots and deserves more to be more accessible. The best way to reach Dras is to land at Srinagar Airport and take a taxi to Ladakh as it is on your way to Ladakh only.

Don’t forget to pay a visit to Kargil War Memorial, which is 7 km from here, where tombstones of all those soldiers are erected who gave their lives in the Kargil War. Some other travel spots include Ningoor Masjid, Dongchik village, and Matayen village.

If you wish to spend a night here, you can find several accommodations for tourists including J & K Tourism Department guesthouse.

Ladakh is a travelling hotspot for almost every Indian. With breathtaking views all around, there no travelling enthusiast should miss visiting a pay to this Kashmiri town.

Ladakh experiences a pleasant summer season with a plethora of activities to choose from. One of the many things for which it is famous for is the Ladakh Festival which is organized around September during which all of Ladakhis light up with enthusiasm for various events such as costume dances, archery competitions, cultural troupes, musical concerts and many more. If you genuinely want to experience Ladakh, pay a visit during this festival and experience the years' old experience of this mesmerizing town.

Some of the most beautiful attractions around Leh-Ladakh include Pangong Tso lake, Nubra valley, Khardung La Pass, which is the highest motorable pass in the world and Magnetic Hill. Leh has its own airport, which makes it easier for you to reach there.

For shopaholics, some of the best places to visit are Moti market near Leh bus stand, Ladakh Art Palace and Tibetan Handicraft Emporium where you can buy things ranging from beautiful souvenirs to the finest woollens made from Pashmina.

Situated at the height of 7500 feet, this small town in Nainital district of Uttrakhand is supposed to have derived its name from Lord Shiva from Hindu mythology who supposedly killed a demon entity here and granted moksh (salvation) to him.

Although accommodation options are growing here, Mukteshwar still remains one of the less explored beauties around the hills. Summers are considered to be the best season to visit because of the pleasant weather which is not too cold and away from the extreme sun of the plains. Trees are lashed with fruits, and overall it’s a majestic experience.

Some enchanting attractions around Mukteshwar include Mukteshwar temple, Chauli ki Jaali, Indian Veterinary Research Institute and a scenic view of the Himalayas.

These are the words used by Rudyard Kipling to describe Spiti, and we couldn’t agree more with him! Spiti’s literal meaning is ‘the middle land’ since it separates India from Tibet. Being one of the coolest travel destinations around the country, Spiti leaves its travellers spellbound with serene glaciers and snow-covered mountain ranges.

A paradise for travel fanatics, Spiti and Lahaul are direct accessible via motorway for around 6 months throughout the year. You have to fly to Bhuntar or Shimla and take up road transport to reach here. Wildlife and centuries-old monasteries are some of the attractions around here.

For experiencing the authentic culture of here, Ladarcha fair is one event which is organized every year in July/August and is the most happening festival of Spiti. It takes place in Kaza town.

This Arunachal beauty is there to infuse you with pure peacefulness and tranquillity. Tawang is the birthplace of famous Buddhist guru, Dalai Lama, and Tawang monastery is the second largest and one of the most sacred monasteries for Buddhists.

It offers a lot of attractions including heavenly Sela Pass and Sela Lake, Nuranang falls which are over 100 feet in height, and Madhuri lake, which is one of the remotest lakes in the country surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges.

The nearest domestic airport is Salonibari, and from there you have to take up a six-hour ride to reach Tawang.

Munsiyari is referred to as “Little Kashmir”, which is enough to set high expectations from this place, and this Uttaranchal hill station doesn’t disappoint you! Located in the Pithoragarh district of Kumaon region, Munsiyari is famous for its trekking expeditions as bases for Namik, Milam and Ralam glaciers are here only.

Some favourite travelling spots around Munsiyari include Panchauli peak which is the main attraction here offering a breathtaking view of five majestic mountains and Birthi falls, which stands at 126 m tall are perfect to have a little excursion with your family amidst captivating scenes.

Pantnagar offers the nearest airport from where you have to take up road transport to reach up to Munnsiyari.

Often known as the Ooty of Andhra Pradesh, Horsley hills are one of the best places to go for a short excursion in southern India.

It’s easily accessible via roads and public transport and private taxis run directly to Horsley hills from Manapalle and Tirupati. There are also numerous options available for accommodation.

In addition to offering you some of the most peaceful scenes, you’ll ever get to look at, a lot of activities are provided for adventure enthusiasts such as rope sliding, zorbing, shooting bow and arrow and water walking, to name a few.

Away from the hustle-bustle of city life, Araku valley is another underrated holiday destination. The most fantastic way to reach Araku Valley is through a train via Vizag from where it’s an approximately 6-hour drive, a journey which is filled with full of adventure and nature covering more than 50 tunnels and 84 bridges.

It’s home to numerous tribes of eastern ghats for which there’s also a Museum of Tribal Arts to offer you a unique experience. Don’t forget to try their excellent and aromatic coffee!

Some of the most visited attractions are Kartiki waterfalls and million years old Borra caves.

Darjeeling isn’t known as “Queen of the Himalayas” for no reason. With picturesque sunrises and sunsets, this north-eastern Bengali city maintains a cold temperature around the year!

Darjeeling is famous worldwide for its aromatic tea and with many varieties available in over 80 tea plantations in Darjeeling alone, you’re free to choose your own and have it brewed while enjoying the lush greenery.

Do you miss those happy joyrides from childhood? Cherish those memories again with Himalayan Railway toy rain which runs over the hilly terrain between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling. Tiger Hill is another must-visit spot to experience the most beautiful sunset you may have ever seen.

The nearest airport to Darjeeling is Bagdogra from where cabs can be availed for Darjeeling.

Surrounded by majestic mountains, this small town from north Sikkim would leave no stones unturned to take you away from your day-to-day stresses of life.

Yumesamdong, also known as the Lachung Zero Point is the last outpost to find any civilians, the way to which is surrounded by sparkling rivers, grazing yaks and rich vegetation along with hilly roads would make it one of the best thrilling experiences you would ever have in your life. We are not even exaggerating! (Note:
Inner Line Permit is required to visit here as it is very close to Indo-China Border)

Your trip to Lachung would be incomplete without trekking Mt. Katao which has snowy trails all the way long! Other important sports include Gurudongmar lake, a half-frozen lake, and on your way to Lachung are the beautiful Bhim Nara Falls.

Nearest Airport to Lachung is at Gangtok from where you have to take up buses or taxis to reach here.

Located in the east of Himalayas, Bomdilla remains untouched from the tourism boom, which makes it makes one of the most soothing destinations to visit!

The must-visit places here are Bomdilla Monastery, Bomdilla View Pointwhere you get to be between the clouds and Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary.

Tezpur has the nearest Airport from where you have to take up road transport to reach here.

Your trip to Manali would remain incomplete if you didn’t visit Rohtang Pass. Rohtang Pass remains one of the only passes in the country to remain covered in snow throughout the year.

There is a lot of adventure activities to try from, including sledging, skiing and mountain biking. Rohtang pass is approximately 50 km from Manali, and currently, it takes over 4 hours to reach there, and trust us, once you reach up there, you’d not want to take away the beautiful scenery amidst the snow-covered mountains.