With Winter upon us, there is something so tempting about booking a sunny getaway to alleviate those January blues. A number one recommendation for January is to book a holiday to India. India encompasses culture, food, weather and location perfectly, and below you can find a great list of suggestions on where to visit.
Goa
Goa is one of India’s most renowned destinations. The climate makes it a wonderful place to visit in Winter. With coast stretching from the Konkan Shore into the Arabian Sea, Goa offers beach life together with nightlife and Colonial influence. Its palm-edged beaches make it one of the most desired Indian locations in January.
A known encampment of the Portuguese, Goa has a lot of enchantments to offer throughout January. Goa Lokotsav and India Yoga Festival are just two highlights among the many festivities held there during the first month of the year.
Rajasthan
If you fancy exploring a colourful city full of ancient heritage then its recommended you visit Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. This pink city is especially appealing in January since it’s so much cooler.
Jaipur Literature Festival is an enormous convergence of literature aficionados and book elitists that also happens in January. In addition, Jaipur takes pride in its glorious forts and palaces that adds to the magnificence of this city.
Kerala
Does the idea of floating playfully on the peaceful backwaters of Kerala interest you? It does not just stop there as this place has so much more to offer. The sparkling lights of the harbour, incredible lighthouses, and amazing cruises make Kerala one of the most interesting places to go to India during January.
Aside from these, once the monsoon leaves, the place is saturated with greenery and marvellous scenery. All of this exquisiteness is of no use if you’re not there to see it yourself, so you should include Kerala as one of your destinations when visiting India.
Hyderabad
Hyderabad is recognised as the “City of pearls” since it was the trading post of diamonds and pearls in the Mughal Era. Currently, it’s a home of research, manufacturing, and financial organisations. With a rich and majestic history, it has many fortresses and palaces whose structural designs take you back to the medieval age. Some of the main places of interest include:
- Golkonda
- Charminar
- Chowmahalla Palace
- Nehru Zoological Park
- Birla Science Museum
The weather is pleasantly cool in January, giving you the advantage to discover the city to the greatest extent. Also, don’t forget the well-known and genuine Hyderabadi Biryani that can definitely give you a royal feasting experience.
Tamil-Nadu
Tamil-Nadu is at its best at the beginning of the year. This place displays numerous shades of nature’s colours. Moreover, Mamallapuram Dance festival is conducted every January which is an ultimate delight for culture fanatics. During this time, Pongal is celebrated, making Madurai and Mamallapuram in Tamil-Nadu the finest spots to see in South India in January.
Final Thoughts
All of these places in India have different distinct features that make them remarkable to visit, especially in January. Before travelling to India, research your destination carefully to make sure that you pick the city perfect for you and for all your holiday desires.
*Collaborative Post
Places you must visit in India are Tajmahal (the most beautiful piece of architecture), Rajasthan, Delhi and Goa. You will not find similar places anywhere else.
I would love to see ALL of those places! Thank you! :)
India sounds like a fascinating place with so much to experience. You’ve made me want to visit it a little bit more now
I am desperate to explore there properly! Thanks Zena! :)
I would love to go somewhere warm for my birthday in January, but I can’t afford a big trip at the moment. I am going to fully embrace a cold Washington island instead. :)
But maybe someday I’ll make it to India!
I am sure it’s beautiful in a completely different way! Thanks Marina! :)
India has so many different places that I’d love to visit. A beautiful country, rich in culture
So beautiful. I would love to explore it properly! :)
The photos of India look stunning! I have had quite a few friends go out there either to teach or vacation and it sounds incredible.
It has to be one of the most photogenic places on the planet! Thanks Kelsey!
Jaipur looks absolutely stunning. I’ve wanted to visit India for a long time and I’d love to go in January when it’s cold and miserable in the UK x
Me too Rhian. A bit of winter sun somewhere like that would just be the best wouldn’t it? x
My family trace back to Goa and I have distance relatives that live out there. One day I would love to go and see where my family come from.
That would be incredible!! Thanks Kirsty! :)
I would love to visit these vibrant cities of India one day. ;)
Me too. It just looks so gorgeous! Thanks Lorelle! :)
I’d really love to visit anywhere in India, everywhere you go it all looks so vibrant and unique. The architecture is beautiful too, I’d love to see the Taj Mahal one day!
It’s on my dream list to see the Taj Mahal! Thanks so much Sarah! :)
I’d love to head to India one day – I have friends who visit Goa every year and it looks absolutely amazing.
Thanks Rebecca, I would love to explore Goa! :)
I would love to get away for some Winter sun, these places sound ideal.
Looking out at a very grey day, I would love to as well! :D Thanks Jenny! x
Oh wow I would LOVE to visit India! It’s one of those places I think would be brimming with culture, one day I will get there!
Me too! Thanks Laura! :)