Have you been to places in India that offer something surreal? No, I am not talking about clichéd places like Manali, Shimla, Goa, etc. I am talking about those destinations which are somewhat hidden and haven’t received much attention. Let me take you through 5 offbeat holiday destinations that you can grip only in India.
1. Ziro – Arunachal Pradesh
1. Ziro – Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal is perfect for those who love nature at its raw form. If you have been trying hard to find an ideal place for trekking, zero-in-on Ziro! Deep green forest, whirling terrain and scenic views will surely soothe your senses.Beautiful places such as Talley Valley, Talley Wildlife Sanctuary, Kardo Hills will further elevate your travel experience in India. You’ll find fascinating trekking routes too, which are by the orchids, ferns and bamboo forests. Ziro is home to other rare animals as well.
2. Chittoor – Andhra Pradesh
Silently welcoming travellers from different places, Chittoor has rich flora and fauna and historic significance. Some of the richest temples in the world stand here - Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple is one of the highlights. People with artistic, religious and spiritual inclination find varied elements here to satisfy their craving. Chittoor is also a chief market spot for mangoes, sugarcane, peanuts and grains. And there are rivers as well, namely Ponnai and Swarnamukhi rivers which originate in Eastern Ghats. This holiday destination in India, in short, offers a fine melange to discerning travellers.
3. Indore – Madhya Pradesh
At the southern edge of the Malwa plateau with its roots back in 16th century, Indore is known as the commercial hub of India’s heart – Madhya Pradesh. Attractions like ChokhiDhani, Central Museum, Kanch Mandir, Laalbagh Palace, Muhadi Falls, Chhatris and many more keep the travellers engaged throughout the trip. There are palaces, temples, parks and there is crowd. The modern-day Indore is a fine union of contemporary and historic world. This indeed is one of the ideal holiday destinations in India.
4. Madikeri– Karnataka
A small hill station in Karnataka, Madikeri was formerly known as Muddu raja keri. It was named after the well-known Haleri king, Mudduraja. You can explore places like Abbey Falls, Madikeri fort, Omkareshwara temple, Gaddige Raja’s tomb and others to make your vacation totally remarkable. Landscapes of Madikeri combine lush greenery and high peaks with streams of river Cauvery, making the region perfect for trekking. The terrain here is untouched and pristine.
5. Bhuj– Gujarat
Rich heritage of Gujarat gets clearly highlighted in Bhuj. There is a lot to learn and explore in Bhuj. If you actively follow history and different types of architecture, Bhuj has it all to make your travel experience in India sublime. Key attractions Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, Sharad Baug Palace, Swaminarayan temple, Kutch Museum (preserving 2000 years old Kshatrapa inscriptions) and others will wonderfully take you through mind boggling art and architecture. Khavda Natural Park is another source of delight for many travellers for it is the departure point of one of the world’s largest Flamingo colony.
The clock is ticking. Better pack your bags and travel to these offbeat holiday destinations in India for an extraordinary experience
Offbeat destinations always proves to be something unimaginable. As we don't get much information about these places, we discover the specialty after we reach there. India is truly very diverse country and holds some of the breathtaking tourist places. Furthermore, the tourism sector in India is increasing rapidly. Many more new hotels and resorts are opening day by day to accommodate the increasing number of tourists. For the backpackers, budget hotels are the best as that provide modern facilities with an affordable price.
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