The Most Stunning Places to Watch Sunsets in India

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Apart from being the southernmost tip and the land’s end of India, Kanyakumari is also the point that witnesses the confluence of Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean. The converging water bodies add to the mesmerising view of the sunset. The glistening sky meets the cloud-like water surface, creating a mystically beautiful landscape, which is unique and rare.

As the sun settles down in the backdrop of this magnificent monument, an arresting moment is created for the observer. Every detail from the sky to birds returning to their nest, paints a memorable picture of the pure marble structure.

Even though every beach in Goa presents you with an opportunity to see a beautiful sunset, the scenic background of Palolem Beach stands out. The glittering water surface merging in with the tinted sky makes it one of the best spots for sunsets in India.

The untouched beauty of nature in Leh Ladakh is picture perfect. Even as each frame captures a fragment of magic, the sunrise and sunsets in the valley are views not to be missed.

The Chinese fish nets that stretch across the coast of Fort Cochin, add to the perfect background of this sunset spot in India. Brilliantly obstructing the view of the bold stroked sky, the nets add an element of art to the scenic beauty.

Addressed as the best beach in Asia, the white sand shoreline is also one of the best sunset spots in India. The blend of clear blue waters, white sand and shimmering gold hues of the setting sun create a whimsical palette of memorable colours.

The charm of sunset on Varanasi Ghats is enhanced by thousands of oil lamps, vibrant colours and holy chants that start at dusk. Watching the sun set on the banks of the Ganges is an enchanting experience.

The only place in Kerala where the hills come close to the Arabian Sea, Varkala beach is one of the spots in India that paints a cherished memory of a sunset. The merging cliffs present observers with a scenic view that is both soothing and spectacular.

The surreal beauty of the sunset at Umiam Lake is magnified with the kaleidoscope of colours that cover the sky. The scenic landscape is a gifted stopover in Meghalaya, complete with a memorable view.

Watching the sun settle in the beautiful water surface of Dal Lake in Srinagar is an experience not to be missed. The view becomes more spectacular, witnessed from the windows of the houseboats floating in the lake.

As the sun sets behind an enchanting stretch of one of the most captivating pieces of landscape in India, the sky paints a picture perfect view of a beautiful ending. The sun, bidding goodbye at Mount Abu, is one of the most surreal sights you will witness in life.

The setting sun behind the Sand Dunes breathes a new life into the barren lands of Jaisalmer. The arresting landscape paints an unforgettable view and places the dunes among the best spots in India for a sunset. The hauntingly beautiful stretch of nothing in view, keeps your attention focused on the setting sun.