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Monsoon escapes

Places that are at their best, or at least worth it, when it rains.

Kerala

Munnar

Tea-covered hills in Kerala's High Ranges, with Nilgiri tahr, cold sunrises and slow estate walks.

Best: Jan, Feb, Sep–DecFrom ₹1,500/day

WildlifeRoad tripsFamily trips

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Meghalaya

Shillong & Cherrapunji

Waterfalls, living root bridges and cafés in the 'abode of clouds'.

Best: Jan–Apr, Oct–DecFrom ₹1,300/day

MountainsPeace & calmTrekking

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Kerala

Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Slow boats through backwater canals, paddy fields and village life.

Best: Jan–Mar, Oct–DecFrom ₹1,500/day

Family tripsPeace & calm

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