Best of India Travel – 51 Offbeat Destinations

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India is a land with great tourism potential. It’s a land with dazzling beaches, dramatic temples, exotic rain forests, colossal mountains, eternal deserts, lively cities, and the Indian peninsula creates an ultimate allure for travellers across the globe. Vivid and diverse in culture, heritage and language, India is bestowed with rich natural beauty that adds to its tranquillity.

The picturesque hill stations, the pristine beaches, the unique and halcyon pilgrim destinations, the vast deserts, historical buildings to contemporary structures and from snow-capped mountains to boat rides on the serene backwater yards; India is a land of endless opportunities for explorers who want to explore best tourist attractions in India.

If traditional destinations don’t fancy you enough, we have compiled a list of best of India travel offbeat destinations for you.

1. NORTH INDIA

Haughty mountains, plunging valleys, gushing rivers and jittery wildlife make for enough action to put the northern part of India on top of your priority list for offbeat places in India. While historical monuments, desert life and royalty add to the charm of Rajasthan, the Indo-Gangetic Plains and the Himalayas segregate the country from Tibet and Central Asia.

North India also host amount of offbeat destinations for adventurous activities to add thrill to your life. Mountain biking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, skiing, trekking are few amongst the various activities you can undertake.

Here’s a short list of some of North India’s best off beat travel destinations:

 1. Roopkund Lake – The Mysterious lake of Skeleton

Roopkund Lake, better known as “Skeleton Lake,” is one of those dreadful secluded places, located in the most inhospitable regions of the Himalayan Mountains. This extremely frightening area of Himalayan Mountains is known for the hundreds of corpses between 300-600 skeletons, which date back to the 15th century AD.

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What would have killed these people and why were so many of them on such a gruelling journey in the middle of nowhere? Did they die in ritualistic suicide or in an epidemic? According to the local folklore, the entourage earned the fury of the local deity, Latu. They were caught in a dreadful hailstorm and were thrown into the Roopkund Lake.

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2.  Khajjiar – The Mini Switzerland of India

Khajjiar, often called as India’s Switzerland, is a hill station in Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh. The hill station is picturesquely set in the midst of magnificent ‘Deodar’ forests. The clump of reeds and the green meadow add an exquisite charm to this place. A small plateau in its green turf of dense pine and Deodar forests along its fringes adds to the pastoral scenery.

This offbeat place in India has the rarest combination of three eco systems. The lakes, the pastures and the forests come together to make a visit to this place a unique experience. Hence, it is also popularly called theMini Switzerland of Himachal Pradesh.

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3. Experience the frosty Drass

You may have heard about Markha Valley, but very few people know about Drass. Drass, a charming valley bustling on riverbanks, starts from the base of the Zoji La pass. It is often referred to as ‘The Gateway to Ladakh’ and is situated in the Kargil District of Jammu and Kashmir. It has a wide spread of extensive copse along the river. The valley is situated at an altitude of 10990 feet from sea level and the mountain ridges range from 16,000 to 21,000 feet.

This offbeat destination  is famous as the “Second Coldest Colonized Place in Asia” by virtue of the sheer cold that cascades upon it along with the intense snowfalls during winters. The temperature can tumble as low as 60 degree Celsius below freezing point. However, during spring and summer, the valley becomes very picturesque as the hillsides turn into lush green pastures with variety of vivid and vibrant wild flowers.

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4. Magnetic hill – The magical mountains of Ladakh

Can you ever imagine a vehicle moving up a steep hill with the ignition off? Sounds astonishing? The Magnetic Hill is located near Leh in beautiful Ladakh, at a height of 11,000 feet above sea level and is known to possess strong magnetic properties which have the strength to pull cars up-hill.

Magnetic hill is one of the famous offbeat destinations of India. In reality, it is just the optical illusion effect and there is no magnetic disturbance at all. This self-profound magnetic hill is one of the popular stops for domestic tourists to experience nature’s mysterious ways.

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5Malana – The Little Greece of India

Malana is a tiny unique village with about 100 houses and is situated to the north-east of Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh. It is believed that one of the finest Charas or ” Malana Cream” is grown in this region. It is believed that Malana Cream is the most strongest and top-notch Charas till date.

This ancient solitary village in Malana is isolated from the rest of the world. The majestic peaks of Chandrakhani shadow the village and it is among the must visit offbeat places in India. They are considered to be one of the first democracies in the world and do not follow the Constitution of India. They follow an indigenous system and they believe they are independent and superior. Malana is also called as the “Little Greece in Himachal Pradesh” as the Malanis believe that they are the descendents of Alexander-The Great!

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6.  Paradise of Trekkers –  Sandakphu

Located at an altitude of 3,636 metres, Sandakphu is the highest peak located in Darjeeling district in the eastern part of India.The name Sandakphu means ‘Height of the Poison Plant’ because of the poisonous aconite plants that grow near the peak. The patronizing peak of the Singalila Range, Sandakphu is the most audacious point of many trekking routes in the Darjeeling-Sikkim region.

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Sandakphu exemplifies the wild elemental splendour of the snows and the vista from the mountain peak is worth all the adversity endured on the way. It can be rightly called the “Paradise of Trekkers” as one can see four of world’s five highest peaks- Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu and Lhotse from this place.

7. The Spell-bound Spiti Valley

Spiti Valley is located in Himachal Pradesh and is a paradise in itself! Situated at the altitude of 12,500 feet above sea level, it is surrounded with mountain ranges, high-altitude alpine lands, soaring peaks enveloped with snow and one of the oldest and most beautiful monasteries.

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Spiti is the biggest district and shares the international boundary with Tibet.This place possesses the unique religion of Tibet – Tibetan Buddhism. Ki Monastery and Tabo Monastery, which are some of the oldest monasteries in the world and favorites of the Dalai Lama, are located here in the Spiti Valley.

How to reach: Cheap flight ticket to nearby Kulu from New Delhi at just INR 8,450.

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8. Believe it or not – Gravity Defying Palace

A man made wonder and a complete offbeat destination, the Gravity Defying Palace at Lucknow, capital of the eastern region of Uttar Pradesh, is known for its mystifying palace complex. This marvelous creation of 18th-century by the monarch Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula, is a blend of European and Arabic architecture. Bara Imambara’s superlative central arched hall is almost 50 meters long and about three stories high without any pillars or beams.

The main hall was constructed exclusively with interlocking brick-work and is famous for its mysterious architecture of “Bhulbhulaiya- a dense maze”. This labyrinth is made of more than 1,000 narrow staircase passages meant to prevent any possible intruders. One can roam around the clandestine maze; preferably with an official guide. And alongside one can also explore the adjacent mosque and stunning gardens.

How to reach: Cheap flight ticket to Lucknow from New Delhi at just INR 1,352.

9. Serenity personified – The Phugtal Monastery

The Phuktal Monastery is a massive cave Monastery held high-up in the steep mountains. It is this demeanour that makes this Monastery unique amongst all others in the Zanskar Valley. The foundation of this monastery is primarily made of twigs and mud. It was found way back in the 12th century and is home to around 70 monks.

The frescoes and ceiling decorations of the monastery connects to the same era of Alchi Monastery and Tabo Monastery – one of the oldest monasteries. The most attractive aspect is the hollow in the rock in the cave over the monastery. The level of the water in this hollow never spills regardless of amount of water being drawn from it and is believed to have healing powers!

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10. Artistically adorable – Andretta

Some places in the world are made for inspiration. Kangra Valley, in the amazing milieu of the mighty Dhauladhar, the Milky Mountains, has been always known to attract artists. The “Kangra School of Miniature Painting” being just one remarkable exemplary.

What Kangra was to art some 200 years ago; Andretta, a tiny village 14 km south of Palampur, is to artists in the present century. Andretta, with its Italianate sounding name, is a quiet and sleepy village known as a hodgepodge of culture. It nuzzles amongst the undulating plains of Kangra Valley, with a wide panorama of hoary mountains.

Andretta has attracted artists of many hues and was brought to fame by Ms. Norah Richards, the famous writer and dramatist whose writings exhibited deep sensibility to life and people around her. Other attractions include the Andretta Pottery and Crafts society which portray miniature paintings and pottery. Students can also enroll here to learn the art of pottery making.

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11. Freak out on the Frozen River Trek

Walking on the frozen river of Zanskar is an amazing experience for an adventure lover. Experiencing the thrilling walk on Chadar Trek in the windswept moorland of the Buddhist kingdom of Ladakh, where sub-zero temperatures fit. The frozen sheet is the only way out for Zanskaris during winter when all other ways are filled with heaps of snow.

It is also famous for winter trekking for all those dauntless people. On the way back are the ancient monasteries of Karsha and Zangla which pledge to heighten your imminent mysteries of this Shangri-la, a land and culture frozen in time behind the parapets of the Zanskar Mountains, stiffed between the mighty Karakoram and the Great Himalayan ranges.

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12. Indulge in the glorious Gurez Valley

The Gurez valley is a beautiful grandeur in the mighty Kishenganga River of Himalayan regions near Srinagar in northern Jammu and Kashmir, India. The place is one of the most edgily guarded as the high-altitude Line of Control that separates India and Pakistan here. Thankful to the topography of Gurez, which is on the Indian side, was closed till 2007 for security reasons.

Dawar is the central township which will be almost buried under the snow for half the year, is completely sealed off from the outer world with no electricity, telephone or plumbing. The Valley is beautifully enveloped by the snow-capped mountains, has its own unique flora and fauna to its credits. Himalayan brown bear and the snow leopard are the best examples of its diverse wildlife.

13. Khajuraho – The Temple of love

The amalgamation of science, art of architecture and eroticism, Khajuraho is situated in India’s Tiger State- Madhya Pradesh. Khajuraho oozes out the passion in the culture, dance, music, eroticism and other creative arts portrayed on the walls and towers of the temple which date way back to 11th century.

This temple was built by the Chandela dynasty and is famous for its ‘Nagara’ style of architecture. The localities of the city believe that this temple was built to be the hub of tantric theology, which conveys that sex is an important part of human life and so is the attainment of “moksha”. Khajuraho is a small reticent village with not more than 3000 populace surrounded by the forestland and is a perfect example of the bold architectural statement which attracts tourists across the world.

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14. Valley of Flowers,Uttaranchal

The great Himalayan range is the house of most exotic fauna and flora and is a popular meadow for endemic alpine flowers and dazzling natural beauty. The Himalayan ranges of Garhwal hills of Uttaranchal dwell the most charming Valley of Flowers

National park which features the rugged and Rocky Mountain wilds of Nanda Devi National Park.

The park stretches over an area of 87.50 square kilometres and is the home to the rarest flowers ever found on Earth. Flowers such as orchids, poppies, primulas, marigold, daisies and anemones look exuberant and vivid. The medical plants such as Dactylorhiza hatagirea, Picrorhiza kurrooa, Aconitum violaceum, Polygonatum multiflorum, Fritillaria roylei and Podophyllum hexandrum are also found in abundance.

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15. The historical platter – Orchha

Orchha is a town in Tikamgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, was in the year 1501 by Maharaja Rudra Pratap Singh. Orchha lies on the seasonal island on the bank of the Betwa River, 15 km from Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh. The fort, enclosed by a fortification wall, stands a huge palace-fort, is coupled with buildings belonging to different times, and most remarkable of which are the Raja Mahal and the Jahangir Mahal.

The Ram Raja Temple is built on a quadrangle base and has an almost utterly plain exterior, reassured by foretelling windows and a line of fragile domes down the summit. Singularly beautiful specimen of Mughal architecture to be found here is the Jahangir Mahal. Another notable structure is an old temple from the 9th century called Chaturbhuj Temple, which is built on an enormous podium of stone.

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2. WEST INDIA

The awe-inspiring festoon of highlands,the plains and the villages, provide the picturesque vista of the landscapes of West India. The most alluring experience of West India is for someone who has never seen dazzling sunsets and has only weaved dreams or drawn paintings thinking about the dusks and dawns.

The tribal lives of West India can get you to experience the edgy lifestyle existing centuries ago! It’s one of the best experiences India can offer. The Shetpal, Vadi, kila are few of the villages which can shower you with never-seen-before experiences.Temples, lakes, rivers, villages, valleys are some of the tranquil realm with the feeling of abundance and spiritual rejuvenation.

1. Door-less Houses of Shani Shignapur

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Shani Shignapur is a village located about 35 km from Ahmednagar of Maharashtra. This village is known for its popular temple of Shani, the epitome of Hindu god of the planet Saturn who is worshiped with supreme reverence and devotion. The uniqueness of this small village is that none of the houses in this village has doors or even a door frame, including the commercial buildings, schools etc for safety.

This is the best offbeat destination in India. The people here believe that it is the blessing of the god that no crime ever happens in this village. The first of its kind in the country, the United Commercial (UCO) Bank opened a ‘lock less’ branch in the village taking note of the near-zero crime rate in the region in January 2011.

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2. Karni Mata Temple Jai Mata Di

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Karni Mata temple is one of the popular and unusual holy shrines of India. This Temple is situated in the small town of Deshnok, in south of Bikaner, Rajasthan and is one of the famous offbeat destinations in India. During the 14th century it is believed that, Mata lived and performed many miracles during her life time and is an incarnation of Hindu goddess Durga.

The inimitable fact about this temple is that rats are considered to supremely auspicious and are taken special care to safeguard them as they believe that these rats are the children of the Goddess Karni Mata and are holy.

Out of all of the thousands of rats in the temple, sighting white rats are meant to be specifically holy as they are believed to be Karni Mata and her own sons.

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3. The Levitating Stone at Shivapur – Dave Ja Vu’!!

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Shivapur is a small place in Pune in Maharashtra which is famous for its levitating stone. According to popular belief, Qamar Ali is a famous Sufi Saint and is renowned for its magical powers. 800 years ago a gymnasium existed on the place where the shrine now stands. Two huge stones were used by the wrestlers to exercise. Qamar Ali was always targeted by the other boys as he was not interested in all these.

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Hazrat Qamar Ali Darvesh then proclaimed that only his name power can lift the stone and then declared that the large rock could be raised with just eleven finger tips touching it but only if his name was loudly called. Similarly the smaller rock could be raised by using nine finger tips. From that day onwards the stones could be raised in the same manner only by applying that formula!

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4. Vociferous Vihigaon – Waterfall rappelling in Vihigaon falls

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Rappelling over 120 feet of garrulous waterfall is one of those experiences every adventurous mind longs for! Canyoneering is one of those sports which has become famous all over the world. The Western Ghats have many waterfalls and flowing rivulets which are best suited for water rappelling. Vihigaon falls in Kasara Mumbai is one such nature’s gift to mankind.

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It’s a one-of-its kind of adventure that includes rappelling, down-climbing and river tracing in the midst of thick forest.  It’s the best way to overcome Acrophobia – The Fear for Heights! To experience the thrill of suspension at the height of about 100 ft and rappelling along side of water is one of the most incredible adventure experiences in India.

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5. Super deadly combination of food and ambiance – The New Lucky Restaurant in Ahmedabad

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There must be only a few fervent things that you imagine doing. Here is one such thing you wouldn’t have even thought of! Yes… We are now talking about The New Lucky Restaurant in Ahmedabad, a tea stall outside a centuries-old Muslim cemetery.

The graves are situated between tables and often topped with candles, and resemble green-painted concrete coffins. Business is brisk at the restaurant where the graves are scattered randomly. The graves are said to belong to a 16th century Sufi saint and the owner says that the graves are the lucky mascot for them.

6. The Utterly Charming tribe – The Vadi tribe, Gujarat

India is a land of mysteries and myths and will continue to be so! The Vadi tribe from Gujarat is the best example for this. The Vadi tribes are the professional snake charmers whose tradition of snake charming dates way back to 10th century. One can see children as young as two sitting near a poisonous cobra and show no signs of fear or cringe when facing a deadly snake.

Official on-board training for these children begins at the age of two, and will be taught the ancient ways of snake charming until they are ready to take up their roles in the community. The children are taught how one can take away a snake from its natural habitat for a maximum of seven months and anymore will be a sheer disrespectful to the snake.

7. Shetpal – Strolling land of Snakes

Of all the ancient practices and traditions of India, Snake worship is a prevalent religious practice. The snake, one of the gods of the Indian mythology, is associated with the lingam-the symbol of lord Siva. Shetpal, Sholapur district of Maharastra has a frightful custom where each house has a resting place for live Cobras in the rafters of their ceilings.

The village also adores a temple with a seven-hooded cobra made of copper over the Lord Shiva’s idol. No cases of cobra bites have been recorded in the village till date, in spite of kive cobras moving around the houses daily. It really is,incredible.

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8. The Lonely Land of Gujrat – Little Rann of Kutch

Little Rann of Kutch is a unique place on earth with endless opportunity to explore. With numerous places to visit one can experience something they have never experienced before! The desolate, blindingly white land of Little Rann is nature at its harshest and most convincing. It is also home to India’s last refuge population of Khur – Asiatic wild ass and for it is for the conservation of Khur, that this has been declared as the “Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary”.

The wildlife sanctuary of Little Rann of Kutch is a wide-spread saline desert and has arid grasslands, rocky and thorn scrubs and lakes and marshes to add its rich biodiversity. Water birds like cranes, ducks, pelicans, flamingoes and land birds like sand grouse, frankolins and the Indian bustards are found in abundance here at the Rann of Kutch which make it one of the offbeat  destinations in India.

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9. Ponder into the panorama of Pangong Lake

Pangong Lake is a beautiful lake situated at an altitude of 4350 meters. The chilling water and the clear sky, surrounded by the mountain ridges coved with snow looks picturesque! The water in Pangong Lake is the brackish; hence it makes the highest situated lake with salt water.

Pangong means extensive concavity and is 134 kilometer long, but it is only 5 kilometers wide at the widest points is a must visit if you want to discover best of India. More than 60% of the lake is spread over to Tibet. The topography is not just a tourist’s paradise but a geologist’s sphere of influence too but surely no fun for the army in the frozen temperature to take care of the tactical landscape.

How to reach: Cheap flight ticket to nearby Srinagar from New Delhi at just INR 1,799.

10. Never seen before – The Rural Olympics at Kila Raipur

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In 1933, philanthropist Inder Singh Grewal visualized an annual recreational meet for farmers of Kila and other farmers in the vicinity to get together and test their corporal endurance. This gave birth to the Kila’s undisputed “Rural Olympics” which make it one of the offbeat places in India. The Rural Olympics of Kila of Raipur each year in the month of February.

Raipur becomes the destination for hundreds of sports buffs, including foreigners. People pour in to watch special breeds of bullocks, camels, dogs, mules and other animals competing in cutthroat competitions. Display of horse racing, tent pegging and even “Gatka” are held in high spirits. Other attractions of these Rural Olympics are Punjabi folklore and cultural festivities and in the process, the event almost transforms into an artistic ensemble.

11. The twinkling twin – Tale of Umri

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Mohammadpur Umri, a unique hamlet near the Air Force base at Bamrauli, near Allahabad and has a twinkling tale to flaunt. The total population of this tiny village is nearly 900. And interestingly there are almost sixty pairs of twins here.  Going by scientific knowledge, even two pairs in a population of 600 is considered high.

The identical twin birth rate in this village is 300 times the national average population and probably the highest in the world. The most fascinating trivia about Umri is that this village is even believed to possess a paor of twin cows and buffaloes. Even the hens here lay eggs with double yolks!

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12. The Haunted city of Bhangarh

One of the India’s spookiest and the haunted ruins lies in Bhangarh, Alwar district in the state of Rajasthan. The town of Bhangarh whose haunted status is attracting scores of tourists these days, lies beneath the Sariska forest in Rajasthan. The lost city is open only during the hours of daylight and is strictly prohibited after sunset.

The Archeological Survey of India doesn’t have an official office here though government regulations state that every historical site must have an office of the ASI. The myth has it that due to the curse of Guru Bala Nath, the whole town was vacated over night. The Guru Bala Nath forbidden blight devastated the whole town. The tomb of Guru Bala Nath is still found amongst the ruins. This is definitely not for the faint hearted and is one of the scariest places in India.

3. EAST INDIA

West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Orissa comprise the Eastern Part of India.The intrinsically beautiful states of Assam and Orissa enhances it cultural and linguistic characteristics with its magnetic and mystical locales, cultural heritage, religious traditions, monuments and monasteries.

The Cherrapunji, wettest place on the world is out-of-the abode of natural as well as synthetic beauty; welcomes you to the inherently beautiful East Indian States. The virgin contiguous Seven Sister States – Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim are truly one of the best India travel experiences.

1. Soak in with the nature at the Living Root Bridges – Cherrapunji

Situated at the north eastern part of India, Cherrapunji is blessed to be the wettest part of the world, where bridges are not built but grown! It’s Mother Earth’s gift to mankind.  The Indian Rubber Tree is grown in abundance. These trees produce secondary roots from higher up its trunks and contentedly stretch to the top of huge boulders along the riverside.

These root bridges, as old as 500 years are so strong that they can easily resist fifty people at once! As these trees are alive and growing they become stronger by every passing day. Believe it or not, this place houses a double Decker bridge, one of its kind in the world, where two bridges are sacked one over the other and are called “Umshiang double Decker bridge Root Bridge.”.

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2. Experience the Dazzling Dzongu

Dzongu, one of those strikingly beautiful places of northern part of Sikkim. Not far away from Mangan, the place looks sterilized and is a hamlet in the Himalayas of Sikkim. 70 kilometres away from Gangtok in North Sikkim is Dzongu which is solely reserved for the Lepchas, the original inhabitants of Sikkim.

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The Lepchas Communities in Dzongu are totally isolated from the outside world with their own traditional practice and beliefs. The Seven Sisters waterfall near Dzongu, where one can witness seven waterfalls pouring down the cliffs along the captivating vista is a mesmerizing moment. Dzongu is enveloped with panoramic views of Mt. Khangchendzonga and is chiefly rich in flora and fauna.

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3. Explore the enticing Caves of Meghalaya

Exploring the caves of Meghalaya triggers a sense of enthusiasm and thrill one cannot savor unless if they make their way through the dark, murky interiors. These many seem frightening, but they can be a lot of fun. The numerous natural caves all over Meghalaya are a kind of lure for tourists.

Few of the caves in this vicinity have been listed amongst the longest and deepest in the world. These caves are found in the East Khasi Hills, Jaintia Hills and the South Garo Hills. For all the resolute and courageous chaps out there, give vent to the explorer in you.
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4. Discovering the Thalon cave

The Thalon cave is one of the historical sites of Manipur, Tamenglong district, around 185 kilometers from the state capital city. The cave is 910 meters above the sea level. The experience of moving into dark long caves can be frightening especially when it is situated above the sea level.

Thalon is house to many such caves which while exploring turn out to be some of the most exciting cave exploration experiences. The then Maharaja of Manipur, Budhachandra visited Thalon Cave in the year 1946. As a part of Manipur tourism festival, Thalon cave expeditions are held for three weeks with participants sprint up from different parts of the country.

5. Hide-and-Seek Beach of Orissa

Watching the sea vanish right in front of your eyes and then its return is truly an unusual site. With every low tide, the sea water recedes to approximately 5 kms and hits the surf of the shore back during high tides is the captivating sight at the Chandipur Beach at Orissa.

The hide and seek of water is amusing and the vine sand dunes sway on a melodious musical note to add to its seductive beauty. The other attractions in the vicinity are Remuna, Panchalingeswar, Aradi and Chandaneswar.

6. Towering heights of Tawang Monastery

Tawang Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh is the biggest Buddhist monastery Check out India’s Best Monasteries in the world outside Lhasa, Tibet. It was founded near the small town of the same name in the northwestern part of Arunachal Pradesh state by Merak Lama Lodre Gyatso in 1680-1681, in accordance with the wishes of the 5th Dalai Lama.

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The monastery belongs to the Gelugpa School and has a religious connection with Drepung Monastery in Lhasa. The monastery is 3 stories high and is also known in Tibetan as Galden Namgey Lhatse, which translates to ‘Celestial Paradise in a Clear Night.’ The library of the monastery has valuable old scriptures, nearly  400-year-old, numbering 850 bundles of old books and other manuscripts, both handwritten and printed, many of them in gold.

7. Majuli – The abode of nature’s anonymity

Assam is known as the gateway towards the north east region of India. The famous river Brahmaputra Brahmaputra – A Thrilling Experience which has its origin in Tibet flows through the place. Majuli, an island in the middle of the Brahmaputra, India’s most tempestuous river, is 2880 Kilometer long from its source to its destination in the Bay of Bengal. It is the largest fresh Water mid-river deltaic island in Asia.

The scenic beauty is spectacular and awe-inspiring! It is a visible living tradition of the relationship between humans and nature relationship which has evolved over centuries. Many Vaishnava monasteries are present here. Unique combinations of the art forms like drama, art, music and literature can be seen here.

How to reach: Flight booking to nearby Aizawl airport from Kolkata just for INR 2,242.

8. Perching on the floating lake of Loktak

Manipur is the humble abode of the Loktak Lake which is the largest freshwater lake in the country. This lake is also called the Floating Lake in the world due to the floating phumdis. Phumids are heterogeneous mass of vegetation, soil, and organic matters which decompose at various stages on it.

This ancient lake plays a vital role in the economy of Manipur. It serves as a source of water for hydro power generation, irrigation and drinking water supply. The lake is also a spring of livelihood for the rural fishermen who live in the vicinity and on the phumdis, also known as “phumshongs”.

How to reach: Flight booking to nearby Aizawl airport from Kolkata just for INR 2,242.

9. Experience the Mesmerizing Champhai

Mizoram is a must see if you want to explore best of India. It is a beautiful state with vivid tribal tradition, orchids and vibrant butterflies. Champhai’s splendid panorama of Myanmar hills covers an area of 3,185.83 sq km.  The history of the tiny state of Champhai, starts with Champhai and ends with Champhai.

The salubrious climate and picturesque vista attracts tourists across the world. “The Rice bowl of Mizoram” is located towars the base of the town is strikingly beautiful. A sequence of green hills encircles the rice fields, which adds to the charisma to the place. Visiting this place should be on your list of things to do in India.

How to reach: Flight booking to nearby Aizawl airport from Kolkata just for INR 2,242.

10. Mawlynnong – Cleanness is next to godliness

Nestled in the pristine east Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, the populaces of this picturesque village of Meghalaya have learnt to live in harmony with Mother Nature and might very well become a paradigm for the metropolitan folk to follow.  Mawlynnong has been honored as “The Cleanest Village in Asia”.

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As the village passes by, one will be amazed by the clean well maintained black tarmac and the spotless front-yards and sidewalks of the cane stilt houses. The modish bamboo dustbins, pits for organic and inorganic wastes, maintaining public toilets, ban on usage of polythene and smoking are few maneuvering one can learn from them.

How to reach: Cheap flight to nearby Guwahati airport from Kolkata just for INR 1,947.

11. Bathe in the Beauty of River cruise, Sunderban

The largest littoral mangrove belt in the world of Sundarbans, stretches from 80 km into the Bangladeshi and Indian vicinity from the coastline. The Sunderbans have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  The Indian Territory forest is called Sundarbans National Park.

They aren’t just mangrove quagmire but also cover the last remaining stands of the majestic jungles flowing through the grandiose Ganga. Sundarban wildlife Sanctuary takes pride in inhabiting 400 Royal Bengal tigers and about 30,000 spotted deer in the area. The forest is called ‘Sunderban’ due to the prosperous growth of Sundari trees.

How to reach: Cheap flight to nearby Kolkata airport from Delhi just for INR 3,205.

 12. Authentically Ethnic Orissa

“Adivasis” are the so called tribes comprising the indigenous population of Orissa belongs to three linguistic clans, namely – Dravidion, Indo-Aryan and Austric. Adivasis- which literary means “Original Inhabitants”, comprise almost of 24% of the total population of Orissa.

The eastern hilly Ghats of Orissa is habitat for most of the tribal population, retaining their traditions and customs in the midst of the deep forests. The sixty two diverse ethnicities preserve and guard their individual distinct traditions from centuries.

4. SOUTH INDIA

In a sun kissed, blissful abode South India needs no introduction. This is possibly the most ancient of all lands, and the heart of native India and its values. This land is blessed with some of the supreme gifts, and it shares them munificently with one and all.

South India is a place of ancient complex region which is precipitous in intellectual thought and age old mores. Mathur, Talakad, Lepakshi of South India, are endowed with brilliant opportunity to explore the rich cultural heritage and astonishing architecture.

1. Snorkel your way out with Rajan, the Snorkeling Elephant

Rajan, popularly called the Snorkeling Rajan of Andaman & Nicobar Islands is completely out of the norm! Can you ever imagine, an Elephant can swim and snorkel too? Yes… The daily ritual of Rajan Swim with Rajan in Andaman of Andaman & Nicobar Islands is just to plunge in and hit the surf along the beach side. The 59 year old mascot uses his trunk as a snorkel and finds his way out to the deep sea bed and enjoys every moment of perching amidst the waves.

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2. The Classical village of Karnataka – Mathur

Mathur, a charming village on the banks of river Tunga, on the outskirts of Shimoga town is definitely unique in its own ways. The small village is known for the usage of the ancient language Sanskrit for day-to-day communication.

Sanskrit, the language of Gods, is the regional language of this tiny village and is also known for its support to nourish Gamaka art, which is an exclusive form of singing and storytelling in Karnataka. Rama Mandira, Someshwara temple and Lakshmikeshava temple are the other attractions of this out of the ordinary village. Karnataka is also home to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in India.

How to reach: Cheap flight to nearby Tirupati airport from Bengaluru just for INR 3,700.

Check out most beautiful places around Bangalore.

3. Sand dune stories of Talakad

A historical site with fascinating mythology associated with it is Talakad, located in the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka on the banks of river Kaveri. Talakad was once brimming with 30 temples that are today buried under sand. Among the temples, the Pathaleshwara, Maruleshwara, Arkeshwara, Vaidyanatheshwara and Mallikarjuna temples, the five Lingams are believed to represent the five faces of Shiva. In honour of these five Shiva temples, a fair is held once every 12 years called “Panchalinga Darshana”. This was last held in 2009.

The place is also associated with a legendary curse by a widow, who was a faithful devotee of Lord. From that time on, it is believed, the once fertile land of Talakad is covered in sand, and the River Kaveri at that specific spot suddenly develops a whirlpool. And till now, the Mysore rulers have problems with producing heirs to the throne.

How to reach: Cheap flight booking to Bengaluru from Mumbai at just INR 1,905.

Also , heck out some of the famous weekend getaways near Bangalore.

4. The Visa God of India – Chilkur Balaji, Hyderabad

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Are you planning to move out of country but worried about your Visa interview? Not to worry, the Visa god will surely bless you with some good luck! Chilkur Balaji Temple popularly known as Visa Balaji Temple or Visa God is an ancient Hindu temple of Lord Balaji near Hyderabad, India.

It is one of the oldest temples in the Telangana region built about half a millennium ago. It is said that even if you’re not religious, just spending a few minutes in the temple can fetch you visa, if you are looking for one!

[Also check  out these 15 best resorts in Hyderabad]

5. The Magnificent Floating Pillar of Lepakshi

Lepakshi is a small town in the Ananthpur district of Andra Pradesh which is a very important historical and archaeological site. Lepakshi, a famous temple, dedicated to Lord Veerabhadra, the fiery incarnation of Lord Shiva, is famous for its architecture and painting.

The beautiful frescos of Ramayana and Mahabharatha depicted on the ceilings of the temple in Lepakshi style of painting are utterly exclusive and stunning. The carving on the pillars looks extremely splendid and one single pillar is believed to have been holding the entire architecture of Lepakshi temple all on itself.

How to reach: Cheap flight booking to Bengaluru from Mumbai at just INR 1,905.

6. Snake Boat Race in the god’s own country – Alappuzha, Kerala

Kerala, the god’s own country, is famous for various cultural and traditional practices. One such custom is the “Snake Boat Race”. The Vallam Kali held in the Punnamada Lake near Alappuzha, Kerala, India. Chundan Vallam kali literally means Snake boat play/game, is one of the popular events of the competition.

The 100–120 foot long canoes that are made of a wood locally called “Aanjili thadi” carrying 90- 110 rowers, move like snakes through the channels. The Chundan Vallam also has the record as “the biggest water vessel used for sports purpose.”

How to reach: Cheap flight booking to Kochi from Chennai at just INR 1,793.

7. The Esteem Ethipothala Falls of Andhra Pradesh

Ethipothala Falls a tributary of the River Krishna, situated on the Chandravanka River at an altitude of 70 feet high river cascade. The gushing water fall is a combination of three rivulets namely Chandravanka Vagu, Nakkala Vagu and Tummala Vagu. “ETITAPOSTHAL” meaning Ethi or Yathi in Sanskrit which means the monks or the sages and Thapothal in Sankrit meaning penance.

Ethipothala in Telugu Language means “lift and pour”. So people even presume that “Ethipothala Falls” are part of Lift Irrigation Scheme” Ranganatha and Dattatreya temples are other attractions in the vicinity. There is a crocodile breeding centre in the lagoon formed by the falls.

How to reach: Cheap flight booking to Vijayawada from Bengaluru at just INR 2,346.

8. Experience the Serene aura of Auroville

Auroville, the City of Dawn, is an “experimental” township in Viluppuram district in the state of Tamil Nadu, near Pondicherry in South India. This beautiful city was originated in 1968 by Mirra Alfassa, also known as “The Mother” and designed by architect Roger Anger.

“Auroville is a place which is meant to be a universal town where men and women of all countries must be able to live in peace and progressive harmony, above all creeds, all politics and all nationalities. The purpose of Auroville is to realize human harmony.

How to reach: Cheap flight booking to Bengaluru from Mumbai at just INR 1,905.

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9. The romantic lake of Chembra

Source : Tripadvisor

Chembra Peak is the highest peak in Wayanad, at 6,900 ft above sea level. Chembra is located near the town of Meppady and is a part of the Wayanad hill ranges in Western Ghats, adjacent to the Nilgiri Hills in Tamilnadu and Vellarimala in Kozhikode district in Kerala.

One of the tourist attractions on the top of the hill is a heart shaped lake. The lake is believed to have never desiccated. The picturesque vista from the top of the hill covers whole of Wayanad and parts of Malappuram, Kozhikkode and Nilgiri districts.

How to reach: Cheap flight booking to Bengaluru from Mumbai at just INR 1,905.

10. Uniquely Baptized Bhadrapura

Visit to Bhadrapura village of Bidadi district, outskirts of Bangalore will be one of those amazing experiences you’ll ever have! If you visit Bhadrapura village and ask for coffee, you won’t get a drink. If you ask them if they know English, the complete village will say yes. And the village even boasts to have a High Court. Coffee, English, High Court are the names of the people residing in this village.

One can also find Congress and Janata here! Unlike urbanites , who opt for fancy names just to be unusual, the Hakki-Pikki nomad community, get their inspiration from their routine life – from objects around them, the places they visit, film actors, food etc. Names such as British, Mantri, Glucose, Bus, Train, Gramophone, Military, Hotel, Jailor, Dollar, Cycle Rani, Elizabeth Rani and Mayura are popular and they speak a mixture of 14 languages.

11. Palolem – The blue and bullion beach of Goa

Goa is a place for the most enticing beaches in the world. Palolem is a white sand beach facing a blue bay between two cliffs. It looks marvellously adorable with the dense foliage and jutting coconut trees. A ferry can take you to the fishing beach of Palolem and is mostly patronized for all the beach lovers who would love to soak up in the sun-drenched shores.

A dolphin spotting trip in a boat is one of the fascinating attractions of Palolem. This place in Goa has the special advantage of being exclusively Indian and patently international at the same time.

How to reach: Cheap flight ticket to Goa from Bengaluru at just INR 1,758.

Also check 10 best tourist places in Goa

12. Astounding Araku Valley

Araku Valley, a hill station and a village in Visakhapatnam district in the state of Andhra Pradesh, uncovers astonishing scenery with thick forests surrounded all over. Araku is popular for its world famous plantation of coffee. The place attracts people with pleasing weather, hillocks and valleys.

The natural beauty of this valley comes alive with its rich vista. The area of the valley is roughly 36 square kilometres and the altitude is between 600 and 900 meters above sea level. One of the other magnetism of this canyon is a Tribal Museum which portrays tribal handicrafts and lifestyle.

How to reach: Cheap flight ticket to nearby Visakhapatnam from Kolkata at just INR 1,885.

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I have been travelling across India for a long time and I am using this blog to share my experiences with you so that you can see the tremendous beauty which India has to offer.
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94 Comments

  • Thrillchimp
    Posted October 28, 2013 3:38 pm 0Likes

    Please drop a mail at contact@thrillophilia.com with your contact number. We will get in touch with you soon.

  • sexanal.biz
    Posted September 23, 2013 5:19 am 0Likes

    Hello everyone, it’s my first visit at this site, and post is truly fruitful
    in favor of me, keep up posting these types of posts.

  • ruturaj
    Posted September 20, 2013 9:41 am 0Likes

    An amazing post……..!!!!!

  • mohammad
    Posted July 20, 2013 2:04 pm 0Likes

    what a great post. specially including bara imambara from lucknow. Nothing to say rather than incredible india. india is great country a well formed mixture of different religions,castes,languages but finally we are indians

  • Reena
    Posted June 27, 2013 5:14 pm 0Likes

    Xcellenttt!!!!!!!!!
    Thankxx

  • organo gold
    Posted June 24, 2013 10:54 am 0Likes

    There is so much to see and experience in India. The places are incredible.. India have everything from mountain, beaches, tradition and culture.

  • Thrillchimp
    Posted June 12, 2013 3:38 pm 0Likes

    Thanks a lot Ankita 🙂 Glad you liked it! Your comments are very much appreciated. Keep travelling and enjoying it 🙂

  • Thrillchimp
    Posted June 12, 2013 3:32 pm 0Likes

    Thanks a lot Ketan:) It would be great if you could share your pics:)

  • Ankita
    Posted June 10, 2013 7:48 pm 0Likes

    Excellent post! Thank you so much for such a wonderful list of places. I love to travel and I will be following your blog regularly now! Keep up the great work,

  • Ketan Salpekar
    Posted May 13, 2013 1:34 pm 0Likes

    HI, Awesome mind blowing places thanks a ton for this post…I can be of a little help I ve travelled to Malana Nallah, HP… I can share the pic of that place if you want.

    Ketan

  • Indhu
    Posted March 19, 2013 12:50 pm 0Likes

    Nice Post with Beautiful Pics!!

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  • Kaushik bhatnagar
    Posted January 17, 2013 4:30 pm 0Likes

    Few destinations were not known to me at all never heard of. India has so many destinations, our life falls short to see all.

  • Dev
    Posted January 16, 2013 1:03 pm 0Likes

    some of the best places, i have ever seen 🙂

  • Harshada Chavan
    Posted January 16, 2013 10:21 am 0Likes

    Loved your post thanks soo muchhh

  • Restaurants in Bangalore
    Posted December 31, 2012 12:35 pm 0Likes

    Good read! With some of the best restaurants in Indiranagar cropping up recently, Bangalore is too steadily becoming a top culinary destination like other cities in India.

  • Ranjit
    Posted November 17, 2012 3:44 pm 0Likes

    East or West, India in the best. Congrats, fellows.

  • Nevermore
    Posted October 26, 2012 1:43 pm 0Likes

    Really great…you guys have decent pictures & data representation is really praiseworthy..gonna be regular here

  • CompareMyTicket.com
    Posted October 25, 2012 8:42 pm 0Likes

    Gr8 Collection

  • aaron
    Posted October 25, 2012 10:41 am 0Likes

    simply awesome

  • Aditya Khatawkar
    Posted October 6, 2012 1:22 am 0Likes

    Great places…I thank u for introducing me to such spots..

  • aestar rocker
    Posted September 26, 2012 10:33 am 0Likes

    Hello thrill chimp , hats off to your post . I have been a IT and social media enthusiast but have never seen such an awesome collection of unique places as i accept that part of it i came to know first time . It’s really amazing and hope to gain such and more interesting posts from you to keep reading .

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  • Shazia
    Posted September 12, 2012 4:15 pm 0Likes

    This list is quite different from others, It has many less known tourist places of India. I generally book tours with http://www.shinegoldtoursindia.com site.

  • Dr.Jaina Koradia
    Posted September 9, 2012 5:19 pm 0Likes

    Awesome destinations. Picked well. Seems like dont know so much about India even after staying in here since years together. Wonna explore all of them. Thanks.

  • cuttinglet
    Posted August 30, 2012 1:54 pm 0Likes

    hope i would go for a road trip oneday

  • Sen Gupta
    Posted August 24, 2012 9:53 pm 0Likes

    Best I have ever come across

  • Nishant
    Posted August 24, 2012 2:42 pm 0Likes

    you should have already been proud since u were born in India!!!

  • pawan mittal
    Posted August 18, 2012 6:43 pm 0Likes

    after seeing these photos, i am proud on my country.
    india is truly beautiful

  • shreeradhe
    Posted August 18, 2012 4:12 pm 0Likes

    its so tempting. i want to go everywhere!

  • godspeed
    Posted August 7, 2012 2:25 pm 0Likes

    One of the best articles i ve come across… great job!!

  • OceansideChiropractor
    Posted July 31, 2012 9:47 pm 0Likes

    These are the kind of places that I personally want to visit. That lake of skeletons did send a shiver to my spine. I wonder what could have cost so much death in that lake and when did it occur. Is it said that they were travelers?

  • Saransh Gupta
    Posted July 25, 2012 9:22 pm 0Likes

    very true……

  • R Niranjan Das
    Posted July 25, 2012 1:12 pm 0Likes
  • shruti kohli
    Posted July 23, 2012 3:03 pm 0Likes

    I am spellbound with this collection. Its Awesomeeeeeeeeee…….

  • HASMUKH
    Posted July 6, 2012 6:24 pm 0Likes

    Thrilling beauty. Simply Amazing

  • Epita
    Posted July 4, 2012 3:45 pm 0Likes

    I go to this place.Your blog is very interesting.
    Thank you very so much!
    This blog is greatest.

  • Khushal
    Posted June 30, 2012 1:02 pm 0Likes

    best amazing places and beaches religious Places

  • Mangala Kilpadi
    Posted June 23, 2012 7:09 am 0Likes

    This blog is just like a window opening to the wonders and beauty of our India. A MUST for a tourist to India! Ought to be publicized more!
    Well done! Keep it up!

  • juliemarg
    Posted June 21, 2012 11:56 pm 0Likes

    India is such a lovely and a historical country ever!

  • Amresh Kumar
    Posted June 18, 2012 12:43 pm 0Likes

    wow !! you Blog have a very good information & its best to know for traveller where want to travel India’s best Places, Amazing Collections of Photos everything is fantastic . Love to Read your Blog . Excellent Work

  • Rajendra Tiwari
    Posted June 15, 2012 12:48 am 0Likes

    Exilent

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    Posted June 13, 2012 9:04 pm 0Likes

    The view from Sandakfu looks incredible. I am ready to move there after seeing this picture despite the whole poisonous plant thing. India is such an amazing country.

  • Manish
    Posted June 7, 2012 5:11 pm 0Likes

    Awesome!!! so much yet to explore in India…..beautiful country with beautiful people.. 🙂

  • Anita
    Posted June 4, 2012 8:20 pm 0Likes

    Excellent compilation.Thanks for sharing.

  • Shahzad
    Posted June 2, 2012 4:54 pm 0Likes

    amazing info…..looking forward to go to each of these places 🙂

  • Utham
    Posted June 1, 2012 4:52 am 0Likes

    Amazing destinations up norths I am sure to visit Khajjiar and the magnetic hills. India is one tourist destination, I urge all travellers from the country to spend more time exploring our nation FIRST than stepping out to visit other countries.

  • Thrillchimp
    Posted May 25, 2012 3:18 pm 0Likes

    Hi Prabhin, Thanks for your feedback. Actually, whole of Kerala is an awesome place to visit. In this post we tried to list down some of the offbeat destinations 🙂 And, we would love if you share some of your pictures.

  • prabhin vk
    Posted May 25, 2012 1:39 am 0Likes

    Well its cool places ..But south india section thr r lot of othr Beutifull places also ….u didnt covered Kerala ,only chembra u had given and d pics of chembra u had given is not good ..i can give u d beutifull pics of chembra.

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  • Naveen
    Posted May 24, 2012 12:07 pm 0Likes

    awesome places of India….I love my India…..

  • Kapithra
    Posted May 23, 2012 3:10 pm 0Likes

    Amazing resource. Our Country is so beautiful and heavenly…..

  • kishore chainani
    Posted May 23, 2012 2:03 pm 0Likes

    India is truly Rocking Nation, if only the Minister of Tourism did something better in infrastructure to Get more tourists to our Country.. we would be one Nation, every Earthling would want to Visit…….

    I love india and truly feel blessed being born to this GREAT NATION.

  • Mahesh BK
    Posted May 23, 2012 9:59 am 0Likes

    Very nice information. Felt as if I also took trip to those places. Thanks a lot for this post.

  • Ashok
    Posted May 22, 2012 9:39 pm 0Likes

    Lived for so long in India and yet there is so much more to see.

  • C. N. P.
    Posted May 20, 2012 9:00 pm 0Likes

    Very good effort for showcasing such amazing places of India.

  • TruePure
    Posted May 20, 2012 8:41 pm 0Likes

    Amazing man! Loved it.

  • Neelakshi
    Posted May 18, 2012 11:04 am 0Likes

    Awesome places in India…

  • R.Gopalan
    Posted May 18, 2012 5:26 am 0Likes

    wonderful compilation. Incredible India depicted !!! Wish could visit them.

  • Nishad Vaidya
    Posted May 16, 2012 9:57 pm 0Likes

    Amazing!!!!!! Working for a travel industry for nearly 8 years now I was not aware of such beautiful places that exist in India. I always thought of exploring places abroad but this is truely amazing.
    I wish I could join trillophilia and explore many more such places which are not known to people, which are hidden beauties, which are untouched.
    Cheers guys..:-)

  • umashankar
    Posted May 16, 2012 9:28 pm 0Likes

    A lot to know about India.excellent collection.a cool planning a good travel .know your country.there is a lot in India…….

  • Niks
    Posted May 16, 2012 10:59 am 0Likes

    Wow. Simply Amazing India. So much to explore. Thanks for sharing this wonderful post.

  • Saswata
    Posted May 16, 2012 7:51 am 0Likes

    The article is excellent, with a minor glitch. A wrong picture of Valley of Flowers is used in the article. Actually, it’s a rare picture of California’s central valley desert on the once-in-a-lifetime occasion of a wet spring, and was taken by a mathematician: http://math.hunter.cuny.edu/mbenders/

  • Thrillchimp
    Posted May 15, 2012 1:44 pm 0Likes

    Thanks to all for so kind words and we are really glad that you have enjoyed the post. Stay tuned – Better is yet to come !!

  • Nitina Palaniswamy
    Posted May 15, 2012 12:42 pm 0Likes

    Kudos to the thrillophilia team for putting together this..completely spell bound article.Truly,so many places to see its unbeievable….!

    i ahve been to the ladakh valley which ahs bee one of my most magical of experience for a nature admirer like me.

    I would love to visit sikkim.this year..and far east! thanks for sucha an insightful share.

  • kalai
    Posted May 15, 2012 11:12 am 0Likes

    Saare jahaan se achha, hindusthan hamara

  • Shriram Mahajan
    Posted May 13, 2012 3:07 am 0Likes

    Ma India…
    Amazing and full of Colors…
    Lively site indeed… 🙂

  • Saahith
    Posted May 13, 2012 12:32 am 0Likes

    wow…. fascinating…. the next couple of years will be busy 🙂 thanx a lot for the good research

  • Saahith
    Posted May 13, 2012 12:28 am 0Likes

    wow…. fascinating…. the next couple of years will be busy 🙂 thanx a lot!

  • Mihir
    Posted May 13, 2012 12:06 am 0Likes

    I agree Hampi is a must for anyone who has never been there and a hill station 60ks from kodiakanal is a place called kookal it’s one of the most beautiful places in India

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  • D.S.
    Posted May 11, 2012 3:05 pm 0Likes

    I feel proud to be an India… I love u India

  • rakshit
    Posted May 11, 2012 12:54 am 0Likes

    excellent compilation! highly appreciated 🙂

  • Sham
    Posted May 10, 2012 10:00 pm 0Likes

    Fantastic info at a single place. But, strange that Hampi and Jog falls of Karnataka are not included in this list.

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  • samit
    Posted April 24, 2012 9:51 am 0Likes

    Wow!…fantastic listing of places !…wonder why folks travel to other parts of the world on ridiculous package trips visiting 15 countries in 14 days!…UGH!

    explore India!…I am gonna do an all India 25000 road trip all alone soon and will sure will visit most if not all of these locales!

    What a lovely country we have!

  • netraa
    Posted April 20, 2012 7:10 pm 0Likes

    amazing post…..got many new destinations for next set of holidays 🙂

  • karthik
    Posted April 20, 2012 1:39 pm 0Likes

    amazing to know the places and history and geography abuout it…

  • Thrillchimp
    Posted April 20, 2012 11:33 am 0Likes

    Dear All,
    Thanks for your kind words. Glad that you liked the post. And we are gladder that it may help you plan your next offbeat trip.
    Do let us know in case you need any help in trip planning.

  • maqsood ahmed wani
    Posted April 19, 2012 8:50 pm 0Likes

    Humongous Work no words of appreciation can be enough. pretty pleased with the effort. KUDOS to the researcher.Has brought to fore some of the most enchanting virgin tourist destinations. Thanks @wanimasud.

  • Jeet
    Posted April 19, 2012 5:51 pm 0Likes

    Awesome Collection! now very hard to choose where to trip next 🙂

  • saina
    Posted April 19, 2012 4:36 pm 0Likes

    Amazing…so happy to get so many destinations within my reach 🙂

  • Tim Williams
    Posted April 19, 2012 11:56 am 0Likes

    Mother of God!!! Some of these places look too good to be real. “The Haunted city of Bhangarh” sure looks spooky in these pics. Why would you even want to go to Europe?

  • Satya Rao kommana
    Posted April 18, 2012 9:37 pm 0Likes

    India sure is ‘incred!ble’, i swear! 🙂
    So much to see in just one mere lifetime, though! 🙁

  • Gareth Sear
    Posted April 18, 2012 8:14 pm 0Likes

    It is an amazing place India. Three months I spent there and still there are 51 amazing places to see. I can imagine you would spend a life time travelling around and still miss some of them. Thanks for the enlightenment!

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  • Ted and Dani
    Posted April 18, 2012 2:24 pm 0Likes

    We are so glad we will be in India within 6 weeks with 3 months to try and explore as much of this list and a few of the obvious other more ‘touristy’ sites!

    Thanks for the inspiration!

  • Uday
    Posted April 18, 2012 7:53 am 0Likes

    Eye opener ! I did only 10% 🙂

  • mugdha
    Posted April 18, 2012 6:50 am 0Likes

    I cant get over this post!!!! fantastic fantastic work….please help us plan these places tooo!!!!

  • Budhiswatya
    Posted April 17, 2012 4:25 pm 0Likes

    yet so much 2 explore in India, its a post which will help all those who love to travel n visit new places

  • Budhiswatya
    Posted April 17, 2012 4:24 pm 0Likes

    its awesome …yet so much 2 explore in India, its a post which will help all those who love to travel n visit new places

  • Devang
    Posted April 17, 2012 2:31 pm 0Likes

    Amazing post with all the nice places, have visited a few and plan to visit almost all off them now 🙂

  • Raunak
    Posted April 17, 2012 10:41 am 0Likes

    Thanks for compiling this! pretty interesting!

  • Thomas
    Posted April 17, 2012 9:58 am 0Likes

    Awesome compilation. Get rid of the javascript at the bottom of the page.

  • Dianne Sharma-Winter
    Posted April 13, 2012 8:16 am 0Likes

    What a great post, something I love about India is that you there are always new horizons to explore!

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