Beat the Heat with These 10 Summer Holiday Destinations in India 2019

Considered as part of Arunachal Pradesh, India (though China claims it to be part of South Tibet!), Tawang is a beautiful place to visit in the summer. In summer season, the place becomes more attractive as many migrant birds settle at nearby Penga Teng Tso Lake. The hilltop structure housing a massive gilded Buddha statue was the house of 17th century Tawang Monastery.

One of the breathtaking place in Tawang is Sela Pass which is considered as lifeline of people in Arunachal Pradesh and Sela Lake which combine to make the nature so beautiful and mystic. The Sela Pass is known for the Indian Army Sepoy, Jaswant Singh Rawat. 30 km northeast of Tawang, is the dazzling Madhuri Lake which is a combination of rocky mountain and lake. Another spot to visit at Tawang is Nuranang Falls just 80 km away from the main city; it is a spectacular attraction for tourists.

Ladakh is unique and one of its own kind to visit. It is a perfect holiday destination during summer. Touring Ladhakh is not only a beautiful experience but is also challenging. It is perfect to visit Ladhak in summers because the temperature remains stable at 30-degree Celsius. There are many historic spots in Leh to see such as the 800-year-old Kali Mandir on the top of the mountain and the Shanti Stupa on the outskirts of Leh.

19 km away, in the east of Ladakh, is situated the Thiskey monastery which is a tourist attraction designed in Central Tibetan Pattern. Another tourist attraction is Hemis monastery which is situated 45 km away from Ladhak, and is a Himalayan Buddhist monastery in Hemis. Other tourist attraction spots in Ladakh is beautiful Pangong Lake, Tso Mariri Lake and Nubra Lake.

Bordered by Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet, Sikkim has become one of the major tourist attraction of India. It is surrounded by part of Himalaya which includes India's highest mountain Kangchenjunga of 8586m in height. Sikkim is considered as the home of glaciers, alpine meadows, and thousands of wildflowers. Just 38 km away from capital the of Sikkim, is Tsomgo Lake which is a popular tourist attraction because of migratory ducks, blooming of beautiful flowers like Primulas, Blue- Yellow Poppies, Irish, Yak and Ponies rides.

Another tourist attraction spot in Sikkim is Yuksom, it will be really adventurous for a person who loves trekking. It is popular for its historic park known as Norbugang Park, royal palace- Tashi Tenka, Dumbdi Gomba which is the oldest monastery of Sikkim, Kathok Wodsalin Gomba which is newly constructed is famous for its statue Guru Padmasambhava, Goechala Trek and Khanchendzonga National Park. Ravangla is one of the best tourist spots in extremely western Sikkim. It is famous Tathagata Tal, the Buddhist Park, Mane Choekhorling Gomba, Pang Lhabsol which portrays religious songs and prayers and for hikes and treks.

The rural district Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is located in southern part of India in Karnataka. It is among the top holiday destination to visit during summers. It is best for family and honeymoon trips. Since it is located on the ghats, it gives you major trekking experience. Golf is one of the loved games in Kodagu and so you can enjoy playing golf at the golf course of Polibetta, Mercara and Coorg Golf Link.

Abbey Falls is one of the beautiful tourist spots just 4 km away from Coorg. It is of a height of 70 m within lush greenery of Western Ghats. One of the most important spot that you will never want to miss is Talacauvery. It is extremely sacred and is the origin of river Cauvery which flows from Brahmagiri Hills. Coorg is mostly famous for Namdroling Monastery which is just 6 km away from the town of Kushalnagar and 35 km away from Madikeri.

Situated in the Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, Kudremukh is one of the famous tourist attraction in India. Kudremukh refers to "face of the horse" which seen in mountains, is a very impressive scenic sight for tourist. Declared as a Wildlife Protected area, Kudremukh is also famous for Kudremukh National Park placed under the Global Tiger Conservation Priority I.

Hanuman Gundi Falls which is 18 km away from the main city is a mesmerising sight, as the water falls from more than 100 feet onto the natural rocks making it look magnificent and beautiful. Kudremukh is known for Gangamoola also called as Varaha Parvatha, the mountain of 1458 m of height above the sea level. It is now one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an origin for River Nethravati, River Bhadra and River Tunga.

Andaman Island, one of the most important parts of history for "Kala Pani" is now among the best tourist attraction in India. The former British Prison, Cellular Jail National Memorial is a major spot for tourist which cannot be missed. It delivers significant pieces of Indian history. Its several parts have been destroyed during World War II but it still stands tall taking us back to the history of brave freedom fighters struggles.

Radhanagar Beach is one such beautiful beach which must be on your travel bucket list. The beach is a perfect landscape that you will ever come across with a charm of white sand, sunset and turquoise blue water. It is recognized as Asia's Best Beach by TIME Magazine. Havelock island (now known as Swaraj Dweep) is another famous tourist spot in Andaman Island. It is famous for scuba diving and snorkeling which is perfect for travelers who love water sports.

Known as Yoga Capital of the World, Rishikesh is a very calming and peaceful place for those who have a very hectic schedule, and need a break from their routine. It is surrounded by many ashrams, the place is totally free of alcohol and traffic. People here love to live with harmony and peace.

To see the best view of the river you can visit Ram Jhula which is a long and famous bridge crossing the Ganga River. Like mentioned, Rishikesh is famous for being surrounded by Ashrams, one such Ashram is Parmath Niketan Ashram with lots of greenery around and it offers courses in Yoga and meditation as well. Other famous places are Ram Jhula, Triveni Ghat and many more.

One of the top hill station of India, Ooty, also known as Udagamandalam is best to visit during summer. Ooty is known for its famous boating destination Ooty Boat House which gives you a very delightful experience. It is also famous for botanical gardens like Government Botanical Garden displaying many ferns, orchids and pre-historic fossilized tree and Botanical Rose Garden. Other famous tourist spots include St. Stephen's Church, The Tea Factory and Tea Museum, Thread Garden, Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

Munnar, located in God's own country, Kerala is one of the famous hill stations in India. Tea Garden is one of the popular tourist attraction in Munnar. It is known for its Eravikulam National Park which is habitat to endangered Mountain goat Nilgiri Tahr.

You can also visit Anamudi which is the highest mountain in South India giving you an opportunity of trekking and to see elephants just so near to you. Attukad Waterfall is also one of the most beautiful waterfalls in South India.

The capital of Meghalaya, Shillong is an amazing hill station in north India. It is famous for the manicured garden at Lady Hydari Park. You will enjoy the walking trails near Ward Lake. 15 km away from Shillong you will witness a very beautiful lake known asUmiam Lake.

You can also have the view of the city from the mountain peak of Shillong View Point at Laitkor Peak. Other tourist spots to visit in Shillong are Don Bosco Museum, Spread Eagle Falls and Elephant Falls to name some.

While you are all excited to embark on the long-due summer getaway, don't skimp on packing some of the most essential items that will prove to be a blessing wherever you choose to go.

First of all: carry along a big, sturdy beach bag that will help you cart around everything else! In this beach bag, you can mindlessly dump all of your summer travel essentials. Choose a bag that is of a neutral color so it matches with all of your outfits. More importantly, choose a bag that is well compartmentalized so you don't have to keep digging into it. A beach bag should be one of your top priorities and it doesn't have to be expensive. You can also buy this from the local markets.

A little bit of sunshine is good for you, but if you intend to be outdoors all day, say by the pool, beach, or even the local markets, it would be advisable that you apply some sunscreen and save your skin some sweat! A good quality sunscreen from a reputable brand with an SPF factor of about 30 will do the trick.

Experts recommend reapplying sunscreen every couple of hours for maximum protection against the harsh UV rays emitted by the sun. Also, pack along some wet wipes and cooling aloe vera gel in case you get a sunburn or a heat rash.

Now, can you forget your sunnies on a summer trip? When stepping outdoors, your sunglasses will be your best friend, and they will add to your style quotient, too! Choose a contemporary style of polarized sunnies in a color of your choice to protect your precious eyes in the summer heat. Don't compromise on the quality and invest in a good brand of shades. Also, consider buying a larger pair that covers your eyes to the maximum.

When it comes to footwear, the rule of thumb is to choose comfort over fashion--always. Strike a balance between fashion and functionality and pack in a couple of pairs of flip flops for the beach and the local strolls as well as sturdy shoes for when you have to walk up longer distances. Your feet will thank you at the end of a tiring day!

Remember to keep yourself hydrated at all times when you are out on a holiday. The key to lasting good health on a trip is to balance the water levels in your body. The easiest way to ensure you are taking care of this is to carry along a good-quality water bottle that will remind you to keep sipping on water from time to time. It is also an eco-friendly choice that you will be making, so pick stainless steel or glass over plastic by all means.