India has full of surprises. If you assume you have actually seen the length as well as the breadth of the country, and also nothing will inspire you anymore, head out to these 5 hidden treasures. We assure you will return satiated, yet yearning for even more!
01. Dhanushkodi, Tamil Nadu
Call it the ‘Ghost Town’ or the ‘Lost Land’, but in either case, Dhanushkodi has this unorthodox charm regarding it. Dhanushkodi, which converts right into ‘end of the bow’, is situated in the south-eastern pointer of Pamban Island of Tamil Nadu. It’s also just 29 kms west of Talaimannar in Sri Lanka. According to multiple sources, the Dhanushkodi railway line from Pambam terminal obtained damaged in 1964 when a cyclone hit a traveler train, tragically drowning over a 100 passengers with it.
Being the only land border in between India and also Sri Lanka, which is additionally one of the smallest on the planet – just 45 mts in length – Dhanushkodi made use of to grow as a vacationer as well as a trip community after the ’64 disaster? It was also in this island in January 1897 that Swami Vivekananda established foot on Indian soil once again, after his visit through to the World’s participates in the Globe’s Parliament of Religions kept in the USA. Left in ruins, however beautiful nevertheless.
02. Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram
An additional coastal community you absolutely need to check out the location. Located in the Thiruvananthapuram district, this is possibly the only location in southern-Kerala which hosts the best mix of hills as well as the sea. It’s true – the high cliffs are discovered adjacent to the Arabian Sea! Legend has it that a Pandyan King was advised by Lord Brahma to construct a temple at this extremely location to retrieve him of his sins. Yet there are a number of other myths abound on the birth of Varkala.
Another legend goes like this – when a team of pilgrims came close to Narada as well as told him that they had actually sinned, Narada threw his valkalam (a loin towel made from the bark of a tree) and also it landed in this scenic town and thus, the location happened called Varkala. Narada informed the explorers to wish their redemption at Papanasam, which essentially means redemption from sins.
03. Mawlynnong, Meghalaya
Mawlynnong in Meghalaya is just one of the must-see unique locations in India. Blessed with the beauty of North East India, Mawlynnong has actually been awarded as the cleanest town in Asia in 2003. The green town community will provide you some fantastic lessons on life.
The picturesque bliss of the community is revitalizing for your senses. There are waterfalls to see, caves to check out and most significantly stroll on the Living Beginnings Bridge. Created out of the origins of the trees, the bridges are truly a wonder. Don’t’ stop at simply this community, backpack throughout Meghalaya.
04. Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajasthan
Kumbhalgarh is a vital site in Indian history as the birthplace of Mewar’s legendary King, Maharana Pratap. Located 84 kilometers north of Udaipur, Kumbhalgarh Fort is the second most important fort in India after Chittorgarh fort. This invincible fort was constructed conquering the inaccessibility and also the hostility of the Aravali Range and gave refuge to lots of kings of Mewar in times of strife.
The fort’s massive wall stretches over 36 km., making it the second biggest in the world after the Great Wall of China! The fort also houses 360 Hindu as well as Jain temples built by the Mauryas, out of which the Shiva Temple is one of the most well-known for its massive ‘Shivalinga’. The most stunning edge of the fort is Badal Mahal or ‘the palace of the clouds’, which offers the best views of the magnificent Aravali Ranges.
05. Tso Moriri, Ladakhi
Nestled in the gorgeous Rupshu Valley within the Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary, the Tso Moriri is the lesser-known relative of the popular Pangong Tso in Ladakh. Flanked by soaring mountains on both sides, this calm lake glows with crystal-clear waters and also multi shades of blue. Go here to experience the magnanimous beauty of the Himalayas, and also carry sufficient gigabytes as well as a storage area to capture its boundless elegance and wildlife.
Tso Moriri has been declared a marsh book as well as attracts a series of migratory and various other unique birds including of the Bare-Headed goose, Great-crested Grebe, Brahmin Duck, and Brown-Headed Gull. You can also identify marmots on the way to the lake, and also if you’re fortunate, you could sight Tibetan wolves also! Tso Moriri is about 250 kilometres from Leh and you require a license to check out the lake. Camp overnight at one of the tented holiday accommodations at the lake, similar to Pangong Tso, but minus the crowd.
So there you have it – a checklist of 5 lesser-known locations in India for alternative traveling on your next trip! The only inquiry is which one will you pick?
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Pooja Thakkar
Nikitha Hingad
