Kedarnath
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Kedarnath is one of the most visited hill stations in India. Many people come to this place not only for its natural beauty but also to seek blessings of Lord Shiva. Kedarnath is located at an altitude of 11,755 feet and the trekking to reach here is also quite difficult. The Kedarnath track offers beautiful Himalayan views including dense forests, waterfalls, rivers. Even though this track is beautiful, it is not free from danger during monsoon. Let us tell you, in June 2013, heavy rains in Kedarnath caused heavy floods and landslides. In which thousands of residents and tourists died in Kedarnath. The track leading to the temples becomes very dangerous during the monsoon season, so it is better to avoid going here.
Kullu
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Kullu, located in Himachal Pradesh, is known as a beautiful tourist destination. For years, its beauty and greenery have been attracting tourists. Located in the picturesque state of Himachal Pradesh, Kullu witnesses massive landslides during the monsoon. Many people lost their lives when a bus fell into a ditch in Sainj in Kullu district. According to the report, the main reason behind this accident was said to be a landslide caused by rain. Last year, many houses collapsed in Kullu due to a massive landslide in the month of August. Due to continuous rain, there is a possibility of landslides, cloudbursts and flash floods on the mountains.
Coorg
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Coorg, i.e. Kodagu, located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, is considered the best place for coffee lovers. It is also known as the Scotland of India. Tourists come from far and wide to see the greenery here along with tea and coffee plantations. The weather of Coorg is pleasant most of the time, but during the monsoon, heavy rains and storms occur in this place, due to which the roads get blocked, after which the chances of floods etc. increase. The landslide in Kodagu in the year 2019 almost destroyed the coffee plantations starting from the top of the hills and spreading for several kilometers.
Darjeeling
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Darjeeling is a hill station that attracts many tourists from across the country due to its scenic beauty, historical significance and breathtaking views. It is wise to avoid visiting this place till August as the place receives heavy rainfall. Last year, a person died in Darjeeling after a house collapsed due to a landslide. Landslides are the biggest environmental threat to the city of Darjeeling. Landslides cause havoc in and around Darjeeling during the monsoon.
Keep an extra day before going on a trip to a hill station during monsoon
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When traveling during monsoon, it is best to keep a buffer day. For example, if you are going on a week-long trip to Himalayan regions like Leh, Ladakh or Spiti, you should keep a buffer day in Shimla/Manali. Landslides and heavy rainfall may cause road blocks which may delay your journey.