where's the nicest place in India for a retired UK couple to move to for the rest of their lives.?

Question

Aged in their 50's. Not materialistic. Not too hot, not too rainy, if at all possible, but do understand about monsoon!
Also have two dogs.
Wife is qualified tefl teacher. Husb is on pension but fully fit and able. Lead simple life, not interested in high living. Want to research this before committing to selling house and need to gather opinions on pro's and cons. Thanks guys!!

Answer 1

Try Gangtok in Sikkim or Darjeeling in Bengal

Answer 2

i think goa is the best place, south for a more peaceful time , north is too noisy, but ask around. goa is more geared to the westernern way of life, but then mysore and bangalore are ok, but you have to dress up not down in these places, ie cover up, no western dress ie shorts and flimsy tops, no beaches also, bangalore is more cosmapolitan but mysore a no no ,you would not like, try kerela, not been there, but lots of tourist go, india is such a diverse country no one could say where to retire,, how about you two, take 3 months out , and travel around india backpacking, india is a beautiful place and very cheap to take this amount of time , and your never to old to backpack, i met a 72 year old who travelled all over india, actually i amlooking to buy in goa myself, i have stayed there many times, if you want to email contact me on [e-mail]. i will give you some places to stay/ go to

Answer 3

I'm sorry to say but "Ignorant" people who view India as a place full of "cows and snakes"(as shown by UK Tv shows) are just being polite about their stupidity & still living in stone age.

Anyways moving to the question of you 2 lovely couple I'd recommend Bangalore if you like to be surrounded by technology and cool weather + nice people( but lot of them ! ). On the otherhand if you like quiet place with all the facilities I suggest Mysore-The city of palaces. I'm sure you'll love it. I know many UK people settled there. I can provide you their email if you want. I have lived in Newcastle for the past 3 years and I got integrated with the environment (except the weather :)) very easily.

But the property price in Bangalore is too high. A nice 4 bedroom flat would cost you about £450,000. there was one for £650,000 which is sold out now. surprised ..yes true ..you could visit www.99acres.com for more information. sort it by price in descending order.

I'd suggest to visit the place and stay there for sometime before making your decision. Mark my words you wouldn't regret.

Answer 4

My own thoughts are that India is too volatile a place for anyone to retire peacefully. It is a completely different culture. The administrative problems alone with the Indian Civil Service will test anyones resolve. Then there are problems of variations in hygiene standards, power supplies, water etc. India may be very nice for a 2 or 3 week holiday but I think not for retirement.

Answer 5

India is not a place to retire it is too crowded and filthy not fit to spend y our retirment don make a huge mistake of retireing to india because in 3-4 years time you will be forced to go back to your own country

Answer 6

If you are not used to hot climate..hill stations are right places to live. Life is peaceful and less polluted when compared to cities. Mt. Abu is one of good hill station with moderate climate. Himachal Pradesh is also a nice friendly place.

Answer 7

I think you must go for Shimla, Manali, Mussorie or Goa because many Brits are already residing there due to friendly climate as in UK, not too much of population etc. So, WELCOME TO INDIA!!!

Answer 8

Shimla, Mussoorie, Nainital or any of the hill stations i guess because of their cooler weather.

Answer 9

Is there a nice place in India?

Answer 10

Goa.