10 Most breathtaking places to photograph in India this August 2025
August, with its lush monsoon landscapes and dramatic skies, offers photographers a rare chance to capture India at its most vibrant. From misty valleys to roaring waterfalls, here are ten places that truly come alive through the lens this month:
1. Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Valley of Flowers bursts into a riot of colours during August. Rolling meadows carpeted with alpine blossoms, mist-cloaked mountains, and glacial streams offer endless photo opportunities for nature lovers. (Image: Canva)
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2. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya Known for its record-breaking rainfall, Cherrapunji transforms into a surreal paradise in August. Dramatic clouds, thundering waterfalls like Nohkalikai, and moss-laden cliffs provide a mystical backdrop for monsoon photography. (Image: Canva)
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3. Munnar, Kerala The monsoon breathes life into Munnar’s tea gardens, creating a lush green canvas interspersed with mist, winding roads, and dewdrop-covered leaves. Capture sunrise over rolling hills or early morning fog drifting through plantations. (Image: Canva)
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4. Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh August is one of the best times to explore and photograph the stark beauty of Spiti. With clear skies, turquoise rivers, and ancient monasteries perched on cliffs, Spiti offers ethereal high-altitude frames unlike anywhere else in India. (Image: Canva)
5. Coorg, Karnataka Coorg is monsoon magic at its finest in August. Thick coffee plantations draped in mist, cascading waterfalls like Abbey Falls, and winding forest paths make it a favourite for moody, atmospheric photography. (Image: Canva)
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6. Lonavala, Maharashtra Just a couple of hours from Mumbai, Lonavala turns into a lush paradise during August. Green hills, rain-drenched forts, misty viewpoints like Tiger’s Leap, and waterfalls galore offer dramatic compositions for landscape photographers. (Image: Canva)
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7. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh Tawang’s remote beauty is at its peak in August. Capture golden monasteries against emerald mountains, clouds rolling through high-altitude lakes like Shonga-tser, and the raw, untouched charm of India’s far northeast. (Image: Canva)
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8. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu This “Princess of Hill Stations” becomes especially photogenic in August. Cloud-kissed valleys, blooming wildflowers, and serene lakes like Berijam and Kodai Lake create dreamlike visuals ideal for travel photography. (Image: Canva)
9. Agumbe, Karnataka Often called the “Cherrapunji of the South,” Agumbe is a monsoon haven for wildlife and rainforest photography. Dense jungles, magical light rays through canopies, and rare sightings like king cobras make it a true photo treasure. (Image: Canva)
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10. Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh Lush rice fields stretching into the horizon, Apatani tribal culture, bamboo homes, and August mist create a perfect blend of culture and landscape. Ziro’s cinematic appeal is best captured just before the annual music festival kicks off. (Image: Canva)
