Last update:09 November 2024, 10:13 am IST

Take a path less traveled and discover India’s hidden treasures that will transform you into another world.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of India’s untouched landscapes

India is known for the diversity of its landscapes and cultures. The raw beauty and excitement of the country’s multiple locations can immediately transform into a peaceful and relaxed environment. Trust us, if you embark on a journey to explore every minute of the beauty of the country, the extraordinary travel tale will be endless. Be it trekking on the frozen river of Lake Chadar, staying in the igloos of Sethal Valley, visiting the endangered beaches of Orissa and many more yet, India conceals several hidden treasures. Here are five off-the-beaten-path destinations that guarantee exceptional experiences.

Magnetic Hill, Ladakh

Want to experience something beyond common scientific standards? Visit the magnetic hill in Ladakh. This unique phenomenon on the hills at a breathtaking altitude of 14,000 feet above sea level has perplexed scientists for many years. Situated on the Leh-Kargil highway, it tends to pull vehicles upwards at a speed of 10-15 kmph. Apart from this, the place also offers majestic views of the surrounding hills.

Loktak Lake, Manipur

Loktak Lake in Manipur is commonly called a floating island. The floating circular masses of vegetation provide shelter to local fishermen and wildlife, including the endangered Sangai deer, adding to the unique character of this place. Well, we are sure you have never seen such an ecosystem before. It can be explored by boat and is ideal for eco-travelers and wildlife enthusiasts. Not only that, but even a national park is built on one of them.

Morjim Beach, Goa

Can you imagine finding stars beneath your feet? Then you must visit Morjim Beach, located in North Goa. Apart from the serene and picturesque views, the beach is also famous for being a nesting place for the endangered Olive Ridley turtles and, more importantly, for the phytoplankton which shine like tiny stars, making it look like a galaxy lit up under the feet. Similar bioluminescence effect can also be found at Betalbatim Beach, Goa, Bangaram Beach, Lakshadweep, Thiruvanmiyur Beach, Chennai, Radhanagar Beach and in the Havelock Islands of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Naneghat, Maharashtra

Another unique phenomenon defying gravitational laws is the Naneghat Ascending Waterfall in Maharashtra. To have this amazing experience, you have to travel just a few kilometers and three hours from Mumbai during the monsoon season. The ancient mountain pass, located in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, dates back to the 1st century BCE. The speed and pressure of the waterfall here is so high that the water begins to rise shortly after going down.

Roopkund, Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand, in the northern part of India, is full of surreal places that are perfect for trekking and offer breathtaking views. However, the trek to the mysterious skeleton lake of Roopkund, located at a considerable height above ground level, is one of the scariest. This place is filled with around 800 skeletons dating back to 850 AD, but how these individuals got there has yet to be clarified. Every year, to discover the secret, many visitors embark on a journey and return with a bag full of experiences.

Which place intrigued you the most for your next trip? Let us know.