What is the need to go to Japan? Magical blanket of flowers spread at these 6 places in India, beats even the cherry blossoms.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Whenever there is talk of beautiful flower fields and pink cherry blossoms, the first name that comes to mind is Japan. But do you know that in our own country India too, there are many such paradise-like places, which give a tough competition to Japan and Switzerland in terms of beauty? From the lap of the Himalayas in the north to the Nilgiri Mountains in the south, there are some destinations in India where during spring and monsoon, there is such a flood of flowers that you will be left in tears. If you are also a nature lover, then do not forget to visit these 6 ‘flower destinations’ this year. ‘Valley of Flowers’ of Uttarakhand, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, is no less than a magical world. This valley opens for tourists on June 1 every year. More than 500 species of wild flowers bloom here, of which Brahmakamal is the most special. In the months of July and August, when the entire valley is drenched in colors, it seems as if nature itself has spread a carpet here. For trekking enthusiasts, this place is like heaven, where the fragrance of flowers amidst the mountain peaks intoxicates. Yumthang Valley of Sikkim is called ‘Valley of Flowers of Sikkim’. During April and May, there is such a sight of Rhododendron flowers that will remind you of Japan’s sakura season. More than 24 species of rhododendrons are found here, which color the entire valley in red, pink and purple colors. These flowers blooming on snow covered peaks and on the banks of Teesta river look like a painting. Shillong of Meghalaya (Cherry Blossom Festival) If you want to see the real cherry blossom in India, then there is nothing better than Shillong. ‘International Cherry Blossom Festival’ is celebrated here in the month of November. Unlike Japan, here these flowers bloom during autumn. The entire city is covered in pink and a walk under these trees on the banks of Wards Lake is a very romantic experience. This is the only city in India where you can see cherry blossoms without going abroad. Kaas Plateau of Maharashtra, located in Satara district, is called the Valley of Flowers of Maharashtra. After monsoon, i.e. from late August to October, this entire plateau is filled with colorful flowers. More than 850 species of flowers and medicinal plants are found here. Tourists from all over the country and abroad come here to see this amazing view of blue, yellow and white flowers. Being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you have to make online booking in advance to go here. Kerala’s Munnar (Neelakurinji Blooms) The hills of Munnar, Kerala are famous for their tea gardens, but a miracle happens here which is seen only once in 12 years. We are talking about the flowers of ‘Neelakurinji’. When these flowers bloom, the entire hill turns blue and purple. Although its main season is of 12 years, in some parts of Munnar, Kurinji flowers of different species spread their beauty every year on a small scale, which remain the center of attraction for tourists. Kashmir’s Badamwari and Tulip Garden (Srinagar) In the spring season, the Tulip Garden of Srinagar becomes the largest and most beautiful garden of Asia. The millions of tulip flowers blooming here in late March and early April remind us of the Netherlands. At the same time, the white and pink almond flowers blooming in ‘Badamwari’ of Srinagar look exactly like the cherry blossoms in Japan. Shikara ride amidst these flowers blooming on the banks of Dal Lake makes your journey memorable.