In October, one is presented with an opportunity to travel widely and visit many spots that specifically come into their own in the fall season, also, it boasts of a good weather and having unique festivals. Here are the 7 Best Places To Travel In October:
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1.New England, USA:
New England, a bountiful wonderland announces itself to the world crammed with spectacular fall colors that renders the landscape a mosaic of reds, oranges, and yellows. The Kinkamagus Highway in New Hampshire or Route 100 in Vermont are a scenic drive enjoyed by so many people and they create beautiful scenes for you to photograph at every bend. Among attractions like Stow in Vermont and Woodstock in New Hampshire are particularly charming features such as classic architecture, covered bridges, and special events which highlight the good harvest. Visitors will find pleasures of apple picking, pumpkin patches visiting and enjoying typical fairs where you can ride wagons stuffed with hay or play tables made from corn. A rich heritage of the region is depicted in their historic sites too along such landmarks as Boston’s Freedom Trail or colonial-era houses of Portsmouth.
2.Munich, Germany:
It is the Munich’s Oktoberfest that takes place every year at the end of September and goes on to the first Sunday of October, which is the embodiment of the Bavarian spirit and manages to drag millions of people from all over the globe to one city. The festivities also include impressive beer halls operated by established Munich breweries. There are many locally brewed beers along with German foods ranging from pretzels, sausages, and roast chicken. Music and dances add to the merry mood. Munich has a variety of old and new attractions as well. In Marienplatz, you can find many things like New Town Hall, where you can watch Glockenspiel in action. Nymphenburg Palace, an extensive garden decorated with Baroque masterpieces, as well as Englisher Garten, one of the world’s largest urban parks, makes perfect places for leisurely walks. Museums including Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum provide technology knowledge as well as automotive history narration.
3.Kyoto, Japan:
The autumn in Kyoto is amazing, boasting the most colorful and striking display of maple and ginkgo trees that you can imagine. Many temples and shrines in the town are bedecked by the seasonal gold. Fushimi Inari Shrine gives off an air of mystique with its myriad red torii gates which wind their way through a forested mountain. Perched on a hillside, Kiyomizu-dera offers magnificent views of the city and its surrounding autumnal colours. Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is another famous place where bamboo makes a peaceful, unreal atmosphere. The cultural heritage of Kyoto is particularly rich, providing ample opportunities for people to experience things like traditional tea ceremonies, geisha performances in Gion, and strolling along what is referred to as Philosopher’s Path, lined abundantly with cherry trees at various temples along the canal: it constitutes one long meditation indeed! This leaves no desire unfulfilled. And don’t forget kaiseki(cuisine) at Nishiki Market.
4.Tuscany, Italy:
A merger of spectacular natural beauty, rich culture and delicious gastronomy is what makes Tuscany in October an exceptional destination. This is the time when the grape and olive harvesting takes place, where people can actively participate in both activities. The countryside has rolling hillsides, rows of cypress trees alongside the roads, and mediaeval hill towns such as San Gimignano or Montepulciano that make it very picturesque. Art and architecture at world class including among others Uffizi Gallery, Michelangelo’s David as well as the famous Florence Cathedral are some of the things which makes Florence Italy’s capital city a must visit place. Siena on the other hand apart from being more intimate provides a historic experience with their preserved Gothic architecture is greater than expected and its famed Piazza del Campo. Along with many opportunities to savor amazing white truffles or extra virgin olive oil on fresh warm bread you’ll have plenty of chances for wine tasting; locally produced classic Chianti, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano or Brunello di Montalcino-plenty of experiences without getting drunk! Food festivals continuously provide mucilage for foodies who desire to learn art of cooking Italian foods
5.Patagonia, Argentina/Chile:
This description of springtime in Patagonia, a region shared by Argentina and Chile, portrays its remarkable awakening with wildflowers blooming and wildlife populations bustling. Here at the confines you will find an array of activities for outdoor lovers. On the south side of Chilean territory is Torres del Paine National Park which has spectacular scenery consisting of huge granite peaks, azure lakes as well as glaciers. The park offers close to trekking paradise plus there are day hikes as well as W Track that cuts across the Park and ends up at Grey Glacier or the O Circuit whose duration is five days covering all major sites in Torres del Paine np. In Argentina, Perito Moreno Glacier represents one of the highlights of Los Glaciares National Park where you can also take boat trips and do ice tracking. Guanacos, condors, pumas (on extremely lucky occasions) form part of Patagonia’s impressive wildlife; however flora such as antarctic beeches or colorful lupins make this region so beautiful. Tourists may also like such an activity as horseback riding among the magnificent glacial valleys, kayaking on the deep blue waters around here, or just trekking through desolate wildernesses.
6.Asheville, North Carolina, USA:
It is in Asheville, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains that you will find a bustling yet tai chi like city famous for its stunning fall foliage which peaks at the end of October. The Blue Ridge Parkway, a National Scenic Byways cherished for it spectacular views and copious walking trails is what draws the crowds. An artsy place where there are art galleries, craft breweries and farm-to-table restaurants along every of its streets one can not help being creative this particular fact about this city comes to mind. Biltmore Estate, USA’s largest private residence, takes you back to “the Gilded Age” with its admirable architecture, charming gardens, and award-winning wines from widely acclaimed wineries created here. A variety of outdoor activities are on offer at nearby Pisgah National Forest among them hiking, biking as well as discovering waterfalls. Music festivals, art shows, or farmer’s markets – just mention these events if you think about the cultural life of Ashville, and that explains why so many people come here.
7.Seoul, South Korea:
The yin-yang harmony in the city of Seoul is a vivid representation of such a merger and in October it comes with an amazing diversity of colors that accentuates such beauty. The Yongsan (such as Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung)’s aged splendor is particularly impressive ringed by red & gold autumnal decoration. Bukchon Hanok Village, despite its old house features offers several hints of modernity. Shopping at Muyeongdong, trendy neighborhoods of Hongdae and Gangnam beat, and finally taking a cable ride up to Namsan Peak for great views that are perfect for picture viewing on a clear day. Night market places like gwangjang market tent teokbokki or pajeon will amaze street food lovers. Fall festivals include the lantern festival, which has no counterpart elsewhere in the world, and a kimchi fabrication-and-sharing festivity. A mild climate makes an ideal opportunity to be out on hikes in Bukhansan Nationalpark or just take an easy walk beside Cheonggecheon Stream.
This set of destinations give you a lot of good experience – from bright natural beauty to lively cultural festivals – thus making October a great month for travelling.
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