Darjeeling and Kashmir both are
the best honeymoon destinations for the couple and rank in the top ten
positions among the best hill stations to visit in India. Every couple wants to
go to these places to celebrate their honeymoon trip here.
Both places are hilly areas and
covered with snow during the winter season. Tourists or couples can visit these
places in February and afterward months during summer which is the best time
for these places to visit.
So it is very tough for couples
to select between these places to go for a honeymoon. Here we try to find out
the answer to this tough question "Darjeeling and Kashmir which is best
for Honeymoon in March?"
Here we mentioned some details of
both places such as sightseeing places, adventure activities, things to do, and
weather conditions during different seasons that make them perfect destinations
for a honeymoon.
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Sightseeing places at Darjeeling and Kashmir
Darjeeling is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and attracts tourists around the year for its beautiful sightseeing places. In India, Darjeeling is more popular for its tasty tea and its tea gardens.
Its heritage toy train, national parks, waterfalls, lakes, and monasteries are the major attractions for tourists. Not only Indians lots of foreign tourists come here to visit Darjeeling every year. Couples can enjoy the mesmerizing views of the Kanchenjunga Mountains from here. To celebrate their honeymoon in Darjeeling every year lots of couples come here after the winter season.
Kashmir has more tourist places to visit for couples and tourists such as Gulmarg, Srinagar, Jammu, Pahalgam, Sonmarg, Verinag, etc. For sightseeing, couples can visit beautiful locations such as Dal Lake, Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden, Shankaracharya Hill, Gulmarg Gondola, Nubra Valley, Apharwat Peak, Amarnath Cave, Aru Valley, etc.
Kashmir has everything for couples like waterfalls, lakes, snowfall, snow-white-covered mountains, adventurous activities, snow sports, etc. Kashmir is also called the heaven of Earth and also the Switzerland of India. Every year to celebrate their honeymoon in Kashmir lots of couples come here in the summer season.
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Tourist Places to Visit in Kashmir
Best Time to Visit in Kashmir
Kashmir Valley is rich with
natural beautiful places like alpine lakes, gardens, and many hill stations
that attract tourists and couples throughout the year from India and abroad.
Due to the surrounding natural
beauty in Kashmir, it is popular as Heaven on Earth which attracts tourists,
families, and honeymoon couples. There are a number of sightseeing places in
Kashmir that visitors have to visit during their Kashmir trip.
Kashmir during summer does not
have very high temperatures often between 30 to 31°C and the minimum
temperatures range between 9 to 15°C.
Annual Weather Averages in
Kashmir
|
Months |
Temp. |
Season |
Weather |
|
March - June |
15-30°C |
Summer |
Pleasantly Warm |
|
July – Sep. |
16-30°C |
Rainy |
Moderate |
|
Oct. – Feb. |
-2-12°C |
Winter |
Very Cold |
The summer is the best time to visit Kashmir for those tourists and visitors who want to see various sightseeing places in Kashmir. The climate is pleasant, days are warmer but nights are cool which makes it perfect weather for honeymoon couples.
Gulmarg, Srinagar,
and Pahalgam are the favorite destinations during this time for couples. It is
the best time to take the romantic shikhara ride on Dal Lake for honeymoon
couples. This time most of the visitors also come here to visit pilgrim places
like Vaishno Devi and Amarnath.
During the rainy season, very few
tourists come here. Kashmir valley looks so beautiful but this time is not good
for travelers to visit sightseeing places.
The winter season of Kashmir is
the peak season for tourists and travelers. October to February is the winter
season in Kashmir. The temperature goes from -2 °C to 12 °C and is coolest between
December and January months. For adventurous tourists and couples, it is the best
time to visit Kashmir. For snow sports such as skiing, and skating it is the best
time.
Best Time to Visit in Darjeeling
Summer is the best time to visit
Darjeeling, it starts in March and ends in June. Darjeeling tourist is at their peak during these months due to it is a good time for outdoor activities and
sightseeing. After rains, from September to November, Darjeeling weather is
also a very good time for visiting tourist places. But the peak months are March
to May and lots of couples and tourists come here.
Annual Weather Averages in Darjeeling
|
Months |
Temp. |
Season |
Weather |
|
March - June |
15-25°C |
Summer |
Pleasantly Warm |
|
July – Sep. |
19-18°C |
Rainy |
Moderate |
|
Oct. – Feb. |
6-9°C |
Winter |
Cold |
The winter season starts from October and goes up to February and the temperature goes down up to 5 to 7 degrees Celsius. You will not see any snowfall here so if you want to see snowfall then you will be disappointed. Days are warmer than nights and also shiny sunlight. Tourists and couples can enjoy the chilly weather and spectacular views of the snow-white-covered mountains.
During monsoon, Darjeeling weather is not so good for visitors and sightseeing. Temperature becomes low from 13 to 19 degrees and humidity increases up to 90%. But Darjeeling has become so photogenic at this time due to the lush green environment everywhere that attracts photographers and tourists.
Which is the Best Choice for March, Kashmir, or Darjeeling?
Darjeeling and Kashmir both
places are both at their peak in March month so choosing one of them is a tough job.
But we can prefer Kashmir over Darjeeling for Honeymoon in March because of
its climate in March month. During March weather is more pleasant and the days
are warmer for outings and sightseeing but the nights are chilly which makes it
perfect weather for celebrating honeymoons with a couple at night.
Kashmir has more natural and
untouched beauty that you can explore here with your partner. During March you
can enjoy snowfalls in Kashmir but in Darjeeling it is rarely possible.
Kashmir valley is fully covered with snow in March and the best time to enjoy
snow sports like skiing, and skating than Darjeeling.
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Conclusion
In final words, we can say,
Kashmir would be the better option over Darjeeling in March for couples. Darjeeling
is also a very good option and if you want to choose it then you can definitely
choose it. Darjeeling weather is also amazing and mesmerizing.
But it would be better to check the current weather conditions before planning to Kashmir trip for Honeymoon. Weather conditions can be different from previous years. If you find Kashmir's current weather conditions are not good than Darjeeling then you can plan for it also.