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7 Stunning Autumn Destinations to Explore Before Winter Arrives
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News18•30-09-2026, 11:29
7 Stunning Autumn Destinations to Explore Before Winter Arrives
- •Autumn offers a rewarding travel experience with comfortable temperatures and vibrant landscapes as summer crowds fade.
- •Japan is renowned for its colorful autumn foliage, with popular spots including Kyoto's temples and Tokyo's parks, alongside seasonal food and festivals.
- •South Korea transforms into a colorful landscape, with Seoul's parks and Seoraksan National Park offering stunning autumn scenery combined with city life.
- •Switzerland provides a unique autumn experience with golden forests set against the Alps, particularly in October, with regions like Lucerne and Engadin being highlights.
- •Canada is a classic choice for fall foliage, especially in Ontario, Quebec, and the Canadian Rockies, offering scenic drives and national park exploration.
- •Italy in autumn provides pleasant sightseeing weather, harvest experiences in Tuscany, and cooler city exploration in Rome and Florence, complemented by seasonal food and wine.
- •Türkiye offers a mix of history, food, and mild autumn weather, with Istanbul for cultural sightseeing and Cappadocia for dramatic landscapes.
- •Portugal is ideal for a relaxed autumn getaway, featuring historic cities like Lisbon and Porto, and the Douro Valley during harvest season, with fewer summer crowds.
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Japan, South Korea, Switzerland, Canada, Italy, Türkiye, and Portugal are highlighted as great countries to visit in autumn for their foliage, mild weather, and seasonal experiences.
Japan is famous for its vibrant autumn foliage starting from October in northern and higher areas, with November being especially popular for enjoying autumn colors in Kyoto, Tokyo, and Nagano, alongside seasonal food and harvest festivals.
Top Indian destinations for autumn include Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir for its golden Chinar trees, Kinnaur and Spiti Valleys in Himachal Pradesh, Zanskar Valley in Ladakh, Wayanad in Kerala, and Ziro Valley in Arunachal Pradesh.
