India is blessed to be a home of many hidden
jewels. It is a land which has an elusive exquisiteness to allure the
travellers from across the world. The varied cultures and diversity in heritage
in India only adds to the rich splendour it has, which gives a welcome change
for every visitor. Let us share 15 offbeat tourist destinations in India, which every tourist must visit once in the lifetime
Lansdowne, Uttarakhand
The calm and magnificence is what summarise
the picturesque beauty of Lansdowne, which is apparently the nearest hill
station from Delhi. Lansdowne, in Pauri- Garhwal region, is a legacy of the
Britishers which is named after the viceroy Lord Lansdowne. With lush green
surroundings, dense pine-oak forests and freshness in air, its best suited for
those who are looking for peace and harmony.
Kannatal, Uttarakhand
Known for its mesmerizing beauty, scenic
views, verdant forests, invigorating winds and tranquil weather, Kannatal has
thick deodar forest and offers treks with spectacular views of the Himalayas.
For the wondering travelers Kanatal is a great gift of silence. A walk amidst
Deodar trees will not only provide a sense of happiness but also calmness to
the mind. Kanatal is 30 KM from Mussoorie and is an ideal place for people to
spend some memorable and peaceful time in solitude.
Landour, Uttarakhand
Landour should be on a must visit
destination, for the simple fact that it’s unknown and mostly secluded. A much
quieter place than Mussoorie, Landour is a small cantonment area which is about
35 KM from the city of Dehradun.
Thanedar, Himachal Pradesh
Thanedar is located at a distance of 68 KM,
on Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH-22), from ‘Queen of Hills’ Shimla. It’s a small
town which is famous for being home to one of the first apple plantations in
the country. What set apart Thandedar is the unspoiled
clean surroundings and the awe-inspiring snow capped peaks in the background,
adding to the mood of every traveler to fall in love with it
Shoja, Himachal Pradesh
The quaint and charismatic splendour in of
Shoja is enough to charm your senses, which is the most beautiful tourist
destination in Himachal Pradesh. The weather in this area remains pleasant in
summers and snow covered during winters. The most fascinating thing about Shoja
is the way it brings us close to the nature.
Orchha, Madhya Pradesh
Orchha is a historical place in India significance with finely craved temples,
palaces and cenotaphs which will give you a glimpse of medieval time. It is
studded with monuments that reveal tales of battles between Kings and Emperors.
Simply put, Orchha is a history lover’s delight
Khichan Village, Rajasthan
Khichan Village lies 150 km from Jodhpur in
the northern part of the Thar Desert in Rajasthan. It is known as the village
of ‘Migrating birds’ where you get to witness the unique symbolic existence of
love between man and birds every year. Welcomed with the mesmerising view of
migrating birds flying high in the sky, Khichan comes alive every winter with
the congregation of over 20,000 Demoiselle Cranes, who fly from their breeding
grounds on the plains of Mongolia. These migrating birds arrive by end of
August in Khichan and stay on till the end of March. Due to Demoiselle Cranes,
Khichan has now become one of the most sort-after Bird spotting tourist destinations in India. It has
recently acquired the international recognition by featuring in Birding World
magazine.
Bhedaghat, Madhya Pradesh
Located amidst much serenity, the Marble
Rocks of Bhedaghat will give you an essence of real beauty in India. Indulge
yourself with a boatride on a moonlit night on the Narmada river with marble
gorges of Bhedaghat towering up to 100 feet on either side, and build a memory
for a lifetime.
Gokarna, Karnataka
For the love of beaches, move away from much
crowded Goa to the pristine, unspoilt beaches of Gokarna. The place is
relatively gaining popularity among the youngsters for its relaxed atmosphere
and beach faced resorts.
Bastar, Chhattisgarh
Known for its indigenous tribes, the place
will showcase the real essence of medieval time living and customs. Enjoy a
boat ride in the Niagara Falls of India, Chitrakoot
Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh
An offbeat destination in the crown of the
North-East, Ziro is one of those places which boast pleasant and serene climate
throughout the year. The place is known for its beautiful green patches, rice
fields and its tribes.
Zanskar Valley, Ladakh
Zanskar Valley is the most isolated of all
the trans-Himalayan valleys which falls under Ladakh District, which is
surrounded by Himalayan and Zanskar ranges. Due to heavy snowfall, the
proximity to the area in winters remains limited for 6 months and can be
accessed only through Chadar Trek, which means trek on frozen white river
sheet. In Zanskari language Chadar is called as Hkado Sanglam. From adventure treks
to camping amidst the surreal beauty, Zanskar has got everything a nature and
adventure lover could seek.
Patan, Gujarat
Surrounded by giant walls giving a feel of an
old world, this former capital of medieval Gujarat will make for a lovely
offbeat holiday destinations in India.
Recently making it to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patan has sprung
to popularity because of its Rani ka Vav.
Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh
An ideal destination for everyone, Tirthan
Valley offers a perfect combo of adventure and serenity in the pine-studded
landscape. Indulge in adventure sports, fishing or go on an exploration,
Tirthan offer you varied options to let you decide how you plan to enjoy your
holiday.
Gandikota, Andhra Pradesh
Gandikota, near Kadapa is best known for its
historic fort and the Madhavaraya temple which dates back to 1123 AD. The fort
takes its name from Gandi (Telugu for Gorge); the deep gorge around the fort
runs for 4 km and is 700 mt deep. This village has striking match to the Grand
Canyon. It offers staggering views and photo opportunities that resemble the
Canyon.
Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
On the north-eastern edge of India along the
Chinese border, lies one of India’s most inaccessible and scenic districts.
Comparisons with Tibet and Bhutan are not unusual; the district is home to
historic and sacred monasteries like the Tawang and Urgeylling Monastery. Rare
fauna like the snow pigeon and musk deer thrive here while a clutch of
picturesque lakes — the Sangettsar and the Ptso — the most famous, dot the
landscape.
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