There’s something so magical about snow. The first flakes that fall before a rush of white that envelopes everything around you. The layers of clothing that keep you warm as you sit by the window and take in the white surroundings. The hot mug of coffee, which tastes even better during this time, is your best friend as the snow settles and makes you snuggle under the blankets. But, that’s for tourists. For the locals, snowfall or not, life carries on as usual. 

If you love the snow and want to experience it, head to these wonderful places in India: 

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Gulmarg, Kashmir: Balloon over a village in the middle of Himalaya mountains at dusk
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Spiti, Himachal Pradesh: Dhankar monastery
Spiti, Himachal Pradesh: Dhankar monastery
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Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir: Leh Palace
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Leh, Jammu and Kashmir: An aerial view of Leh
Leh, Jammu and Kashmir: An aerial view of Leh
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Shimla, Himachal Pradesh: Snow-covered streets make for a pretty picture
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Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh: Buddhist prayer flags in snowy Tawang
Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh: Buddhist prayer flags in snowy Tawang
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Lachung, Sikkim: Zero Point in Yumthang Valley
Lachung, Sikkim: Zero Point in Yumthang Valley