During India’s monsoon season, from July to September, travelers can explore states across the country that come alive with lush greenery and vibrant landscapes. In North India, Himachal Pradesh’s hill stations like Shimla, Manali, and Dharamshala offer refreshing retreats amidst the mist-covered mountains, while Uttarakhand’s Mussoorie and Nainital become adorned with verdant forests and glistening lakes. Jammu & Kashmir’s Srinagar and Gulmarg showcase their natural beauty in full bloom, providing serene houseboat stays and scenic vistas amidst the rainfall. In South India, Kerala’s backwaters and hill stations like Munnar and Wayanad become even more enchanting during the monsoon, while Tamil Nadu’s hill stations of Ooty and Kodaikanal are blanketed in lush greenery, creating picturesque landscapes. Sikkim’s Gangtok and Meghalaya’s Shillong offer breathtaking views of waterfalls and mist-covered hills, making them perfect destinations for a monsoon getaway. In West India, Maharashtra’s hill stations of Mahabaleshwar and Lonavala, as well as Goa’s coastal areas, come alive with the rejuvenating rains, offering a unique experience amidst the natural beauty. Central India’s Pachmarhi in Madhya Pradesh provides a serene retreat amidst the green landscapes and cascading waterfalls, making it an ideal destination to visit during the monsoon season.