If you love gazing at the stars, exploring the sky in the night, and knowing more about the galaxies and solar system then you will certainly love watching a Milky Way. There are many places across the world where you can watch this display of stars and planets from a galaxy.
Check out these 5 Indian destinations from where you can see the Milky Way. It should be noted that India has many destinations with clear and dark skies highly popular for stargazing as well as astrophotography. However, several other factors like weather conditions, time of the year, atmospheric interference, and light pollution can affect visibility.
The places mentioned here have high visibility most of the year.
Spiti Valley
It is located in the remote areas of Himachal Pradesh and is known for its breathtaking views and clear skies at night. Since Spiti Valley is located at a high altitude of 12,500 feet the location is ideal for stargazing and gives a clear view of Milky Way.
Ladakh
Located at a high altitude in Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is a well-known destination for observing stars and Milky Way. The light pollution in this region is very low. Similarly, the skies are often very clear and hence from here, you can see the Milky Way vividly. The best time to see the Milky Way in all its glory is during the months of summer.
Kodaikanal
This hill station in Tamil Nadu is famous for its stunning view and natural beauty, especially during the night when the sky lights up with stars. It has been always a very popular destination for gazing at stars and observing the Milky Way and that is why there are a good number of telescopes and observatories that make it possible for visitors to enjoy the view of the Milky Way.
Coorg
Another famous hill station in India is Coorg in Karnataka which also has amazing landscapes and clear skies. The place also has many resorts and homestays that support activities related to stargazing hence making it an ideal destination for watching the Milky Way.
Nubra Valley
It is one of the remotest regions of Ladakh that is situated at a height of 10,000 feet and is simply ideal for enjoying stunning views and glimpses of the Milky Way.