20 Sep Top 10 Places to Visit in Asia During September
September is the time when the rains are about to end and winter is about to come, and in some parts, it’s still summer. This month is undoubtedly the favourite holiday month for many. Because this is not a peak holiday season, meaning prices of everything is low and there are not many crowds. Here are 10 of the best places to visit in Asia in September:
1. Bali, Indonesia
During the month of September, Bali experiences dry weather because of its northern hemisphere location. The skies stop raining. The days are sunny with very little breeze. The average temperature is between 24 to 29 degree Celsius. You can experience the best of Bali this month, because of the favourable weather and less crowds. This time is the best time to visit its beaches for activities like surfing, swimming, snorkelling, etc. or to just sit and relax. When you are not visiting a temple, enjoying activities at a beach or sightseeing, you can entertain yourself with the various events lined-up in September. There is Soundrenaline, one of the biggest musical events in Indonesia, a cultural Lovina Beach Festival, an International Film Festival.
2. Beijing, China
China is one of the top destinations to visit in Asia in September. Include Beijing, Shanghai and Xi’an in your itinerary when visiting China to have the most out of your September trip. All the three cities enjoy pleasantly warm and cool weather in the day and night. Beijing has an average temperature of 15 to 26 degree Celsius. Shanghai’s is anywhere between 21 to 27 degree Celsius and the average high and low temperature of Xi’an is 26 and 16 degree Celsius. Shanghai will make your dream of riding a boat on a river surrounded by houses come true. Zhujiajiao, its famous water town, is a must visit place. Also, enjoy a walk on the Bund and visit Shanghai Tower. Xi’an offers an excellent opportunity for an enthralling and adventurous trek up Mount Hua Shan during September.
3. Goa, India
When you are in the mood for some party by the beach, exploration of culturally rich structures, and admiring natural beauty, Goa is your destination. It enjoys sunny and mildly warm weather with light showers during September. The average weather is anywhere between 24 to 29 degree Celsius. If you are visiting Goa around the time of Ganesh Chaturthi, you can join in the grand celebrations with parades accompanied by singing and dancing. Around the end of September, Goa holds World Tourism Day. This festival sees competitions, performances and exhibitions based on a theme.
4. Seoul, South Korea
With an average low and high temperature of 17 degree and 26 degree Celsius, Seoul in South Korea is one of the best places in Asia to visit in the month of September. Though it gets some amount of rain, it doesn’t hamper your enjoyment of the place. In fact, September is one of the best months to visit this beautiful yet unexplored place.
5. Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a place of many wonders, and Jaffna and Trincomalee offer you the best of the country in the month of September. Though there is moderate rain in Sri Lanka in September, there are plenty of places to visit without drenching your mood and plans. Head to the unique Jaffna with a strong historical influence having a number of must see temples and a library. The Sri Lankan culture showcasing Binara Poya festival, Colombo International Book Fair, Facets a gem and jewellery show are some of the must attend festivals and events that take place in Sri Lanka in September.
6. Singapore
September makes Singapore ideal for a holiday as it is neither too rainy nor too hot. The weather is somewhere in between and when the sun becomes too hot or rains come down heavily, you can expect to escape them through the city’s well-planned infrastructure. The temperature varies from 24 to 31 degree Celsius. Some of the major festivals that take place this month in Singapore include Singapore Grand Prix, Mid-Autumn Festival and Lantern Festival.
7. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is hot and humid most times of the year. The average temperature of the city in September is between 23 to 32 degree Celsius. But like Singapore, Kuala Lumpur is well built with tunnels and AC walkways, allowing you to comfortably move from place to place.
8. Japan
The entire Japan welcomes you with its colourful wide arms during its autumn month of September. The country takes a respite from the sweltering heat and blooms in cool and vibrant Koyo, meaning autumn in Japanese. Ultra Japan is the biggest music festival with the world’s biggest Djs enthralling you with their music. Other important festivals include Kitazawa Hachiman Festival, Karasu-zumo and the Choyo no Sechi-e Festival.
9. Nepal
The misty winter gives way to clear skies and vibrant dense greenery in September in Nepal. The country enjoys pleasantly warm weather in the day and little cold in the night. The average temperature ranges from 19 to 23 degree Celsius.
10. Hong Kong
The average high and low temperature of Hong Kong in September is 30 and 25 degree Celsius resp. September is when Hong Kong is beginning to say goodbye to the extreme heat. The air is humid and there is little rainfall too. Hong Kong holds The Mid-Autumn Festival in September every year. The festival has performances and programmes showcasing the rich Chinese culture along with delicious local cuisine.