A getaway in the monsoon should take you to the best place to experience in the season. Here’s our top three:

Kumbalgarh A wildlife sanctuary that comes to life in the rains, a fort whose ramparts are easily as wide as the Great Wall of China and a tourist heritage site, Kumbhalgarh is easily the most underrated holiday destination in Rajasthan. Travel through lush green ghats and witness the gushing seasonal streams in the narrow valleys below, and end up at a fort that was never discovered by its enemies. And once you climb the fort to reach its topmost window, feel the ethereal winds on your face, and a view of the entire Aravalli range at its greenest.. While you can’t stay at the fort, Devigarh, a resort palace a couple of kilometres from the fort should keep you suitably satisfied.

Best time to visit: Mid July-September

Mussoorie Mussoorie is an established winter destination, but the beauty of the Garhwal range where it softly drizzles incessantly, is what the colonials dreamt of. To begin with, the scenic drive from Dehradun (closest airport) to Mussoorie makes it worth it, as you cross green mountains and river gorges, and cut through clouds. Take long walks along the Camel Back Road, only to stop for some chai and pakodas at what is called the ‘View Point’. Stay at the Savoy, an old school teak-and-polished-brass establishment, to warm you up in the evenings.

Best time to visit: June-August

Igatpuri The majestic Sahyadri hills form a backdrop against which the dramatic monsoon season plays out in this isolated destination away from the chaotic life of Mumbai. The Vipassana academy is situated in Igatpuri, and monsoon is a great time to stay at the facility. Number of tourist attractions lie within easy reach of Igatpuri: the Tringaliwadi fort affords a good view of the valley, located 3,000 feet above sea level, the Camel Valley waterfall that is over a 1,000 feet drop and an 11th century Shiv temple called Amruteshwar.

Best time to visit: June to September

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