Top 5 Offbeat Tourist Places in India from Kashmir to Kerala

There are many world’s famous tourist places in India like Gangtok,Manali, Pondicherry, Goa etc.

In this post we are listing top 5 offbeat tourist places in India.

Most of the regular travelers have explored the famous tourist places in India, so they are looking for offbeat places to fill their wanderlust. These offbeat places are less explored and hence one can go for the search of hidden waterfall, unknown trekking routes. This post is meant for regular travelers hunting for these types of offbeat locations.

1 . Mawlynnong, Meghalaya

This place is located in north-east India. Mawlynnong was awarded as  Asia’s cleanest village in the year 2003. This places is blessed with hidden waterfalls, caves and untouched trails. One of the best attractions of this village is “Living Root Bridges” which is naturally made by the surrounding trees. These bridges have been a major attractions between photographers from all across the word.

 

2. Hemis, Ladakh

This place is located in the extreme north part of India. Like other places of ladakh, Hemis is blessed with magnificent mountains and terrain is terrific. There is a budhist monastery as well which is run by local priests and budhist followers. If you are planning for Ladakh, then Hemis should be in your bucket list.

 

 

 

3. Manas National Park, Assam

This a UNESCO World’s Heritage Site famous for one-horned rhinoceros. If you like wildlife exploration then Manas national park is best for photography and delightful experience. This national park played its role in the conservation of “getting extinct” species.

 

 

 

 

 

4. Varkala, Kerala

This place is located in the southern part of India called “God’s own Country – Kerala”

Generally, tourists come to explore places like Munnar, Kochi, Thekkady, Kovala, Allepppey. And, Varkala is not available in their itineraries.  Varkala being an offbeat place in India is raw and its beauty is unmatchable. Varkala beach is situated in Arabian Sea which is a part of Indian Ocean. So, if you are planning for Kerala then we recommend you to plan a day or two in Varkala

5. Khajjiar, Himachal

Most of the people visit Khajjiar to witness the large ground often known as “mini Switzerland of India”. But, there are other must visit places near Khajjiar like Chamera lake – hub for boating in a serene lake surrounded by mountains. Chamba Town is an another beautiful place near Khajjiar which has ancient temple and history. So, if you are planning a trip to Himalayas then Khajjiar is our recommended place.

So, there are our top 5 offbeat tourist places in India. India is full of diversity, rich culture & splendid landscapes. If you are going to any of these above places then you can bring bag full of different experience.

If you have any favorite offbeat tourist place then do let us know through comments below. Till then, Keep exploring with Go Hikes!!

Regards

Samarth