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There’s something special in the air during autumn. A refreshing autumn breeze that sweeps you off of your feet, chats over bonfires, the falling leaves coloring the ground in shades of orange and yellow and the celebrations that come around the corner during this time of the year. There is no one reason that can cover our love for this season.
The magic in the air and the visuals that make you feel as if you were in a movie- put you just in the right mood when you step out of the house. The rains have just stopped and the petrichor mixes with the smell of all the flowers in full bloom. The weather becomes just the right amount of cool and pleasant during this time and an added cherry on the cake is the multiple festivals and continuous celebrations making autumn a season of joy.
The season begins with Navratri that brings along with it nine days of worship and oneness and moves on to Dussehra and Durga Puja, celebrated in every part of the country in various unique ways. Diwali, the festival of lights, drops by to dazzle everyone with its beautiful hues and lip-smacking sweets and passes the baton to Christmas during the end. Autumn is officially the season to revive yourself, find yourself and start the new year with a clearer mind and a happier heart.
Autumn colors the country in all kinds of shades. To shift things into focus and have a self-discovering journey, here’s a list of some places where you can witness the dazzling colors of the fall and come back with dozens of pictures, and even more memories.
Kashmir is a traveler’s paradise to visit at any time of the year. During autumn, the beauty of this place cannot be simply captured into words. Autumn is Kashmir’s very own golden season and paints the place in all shades of red, yellow and orange- creating frames out of a book. This is the time when the red-carpeted ground, the misty hills, the tall maple trees, and age-old natural retreats make Kashmir an enchanting place to visit during Autumn.
Stay in a houseboat in Dal Lake. Imagine waking up to see the autumn’s spell at work, shikaras floating and the sky splintered into a thousand hues. You can ride the shikara as well. Wake up early when you plan to ride a shikara, to make the most out of this beautiful excursion. You can go on a walk to the Mughal Gardens, Sankaracharya or other natural sites, play a game there or just take the beautiful canopy of Chinar Trees as your muse and sit down to sketch or write a few lines. Let autumn in Kashmir set your artistic spirit free.
Fresh off the heavy monsoon rain – the backwaters, vast green landscapes, picturesque paddy fields and the fresh breeze of the countryside start the process of every traveler’s rejuvenation and Kerala welcomes you with open arms during the fall season.
The emerald landscape and the quaint towns provide a picture-perfect background and offer just the right kind of ambiance to put you at ease and let you unconsciously take a spiritual journey and discover yourself.
Fall is also that time of the year when Onam finally appears, and the air is ignited by zeal and infectious energy. Kerala leaves no stone unturned when it comes to celebrating this grand festival. All festivities are fused by a culture that is unique, distinctive and has a history of its own. The harvest festival is just the perfect opportunity for travelers to understand the rich cultural heritage of Kerala and have a lifetime experience of this grand spectacle.
Hike through coffee and paddy plantations. Visit wildlife sanctuaries such as Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary or the age-old Edakkal Caves or simply find your spot at the nearest beach and have a great outing.
Mysore is a treat to be in at any time of the year, but when the year draws near fall, the place like the rest of the country springs to life. It’s a cosy time in Mysore when the temperature ranges between 20 to 25 degrees and the landscape has just been washed by the monsoon rains and the air is fresh.
One of the very popular autumn festivals in Mysore includes “Mysuru Dasara Festival.’ Dussehra or as it is alternatively known, ‘Dasara’ in Mysuru is celebrated with great enthusiasm and vigour. Many military parades, athletic performances and cultural performances are showcased. The royal tradition’s legacy is carried forward and the Mysuru Palace is grandly decorated and the Durbar there is visited by the royalties, locals and tourists. It’s a sight you certainly wouldn’t want to miss!
Take a cycle tour. Visit the Mysuru Palace at night. Take a stroll in the Brindavan Gardens or go wildlife spotting at the Mysuru Zoo.
Gujarat being a dry and humid place during the summers, Autumn is the best time to pay a visit to this land. The weather during this time is pleasant and allows you to truly explore the city.
Autumn festivals like Dussehra in Ahmedabad are a scene straight out of a movie. The colorful folk-dances, the lively Garba you can participate in, the colourful lights adorning the city- make the experience of celebration in the city truly dream-like.
Visit the Gir National Park. Take a day to pay homage to various heritage sites like Champaner Pavagarh Archaeological Park and Dholavira.
Ahmedabad with its temples and baolis like Rani ka Vav, Vadodara with its shining palaces and monuments, Rann of Kutch with its vast salt desert are best enjoyed during the fall season.
Hill-stations like Nainital, Rishikesh, and Mussoorie can sometimes be harsh during winter and not everyone can take what they have to offer during that time. In times like these, autumn comes to your rescue with its cool winds, freshly washed hilltops, and a green canopy as far as the eye can see.
Visit the Jim Corbett National Park. Go paragliding or trekking. Have an adventurous white-water rafting experience or simply visit natural sites like the Valley of Flowers or the Nainital Lake to calm your body and soul.
So, this year when the fall season drops by, get your traveling souls geared up and visit the multitude of places that will dazzle you with their autumn hues.
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April 15, 2024 
