India is the best travel destination with a variety of experiences. But sometimes you just want to skip the crowds, avoid overcrowded tourist spots and venture into the unknown. If you are interested in traveling to offbeat destinations in India, we recommend some amazing unexplored corners that are slowly making their way onto the travel map. This is our list of some of the best offbeat travel destinations in India.
Nubra Valley - Ladakh
Located in the Union Territory of Ladakh, the Nubra Valley is a cold desert in the Western Himalayas. This tri-pronged valley is 3048 meters above the ground. Nubra means "valley of flowers" in the Tibetan language. Imagine riding rare Bactrian camels through the dreamy white sand dunes against snow-capped mountains dotted with colorful Buddhist monasteries.
Nubra Valley is 150 km from Leh. You can reach them via the famous Khardungla Pass, which is the highest motorable pass in the world. There are many picturesque villages and sparkling sapphire lakes that you will find here. The indomitable beauty of nature will stay with you forever. Diskit Gompa – Ladakh's largest Buddhist monastery, ruins of the ancient palace Zamkhang and the Yarab Tso Lake are highlighted that you cannot miss.
Desert National Park - Rajasthan
Desert National Park is a type of thorn forest between the sand dunes of the Jaisalmer and Barmer districts of Rajasthan. Its unique ecosystem where many exotic species of flora and fauna thrive has landed it on UNESCO's provisional list of Natural Heritage Sites.
This is the only place in the world where you will find Rajasthan's state flower - Rohinda, state animal - Chinkara, and state bird - Great Indian Bustard in nature. There are many endangered species that breed here.
There are 73 villages here, with communities that have lived here for centuries and shaped the land's rich cultural heritage. The Wood Fossil Park at Akal contains the remains of these 180 million-year-old forests.
South Goa
In stark contrast to popular North Goa, South Goa is a peaceful natural habitat. Much of South Goa is unexplored and a paradise for those who seek unexplored regions. Margo lies in the heart of South Goa – the cultural capital of Goa. This is the city where you can base yourself to explore the wonderful places of South Goa. 5 km to the south is the seafood paradise of Benaulim. The place is known for delicious seafood and picturesque beaches.
Dhanushkodi - Tamil Nadu
Dhanushkodi is the most beautiful destination in India. A place of great historical and religious importance is situated on top of Rameswaram Island. Its identity lies in the Hindu epic Ramayana and the mysterious series of limestone formations known as Ram Setu or Adam's Bridge. The beauty of Dhanushkodi lies in its clean beaches and the crystal clear water of the sea that changes colors throughout the day reflecting the mood of the sky.
Lachung - Sikkim
Surrounded by the snow-capped mountains of the Eastern Himalayas, dotted with waterfalls and rivers, shrouded in a magical mist, sleeps a small village called Lachung. Lachung and Lachen are gateways to North Sikkim. So if you want to visit natural gems like Yumthang Valley, Zero Points, or Gurdongmar Lake, you have to book a hotel here. Perennial waterfalls, pine forests, riverside rock gardens, and towering mountains make up Lachung's landscape.
Gurez Valley - Kashmir
Situated at an altitude of around 8,000 feet, the Gurez Valley, the proud pride of Kashmir, is replete with beautiful scenery, such as the roaring Kishan Ganga River, fauna, and flora, and mountains of poetic beauty. This, is a feast for the eyes, the destination has been around forever, but due to its remoteness has never been on the tourism map, we are sure that anyone visiting here will lose track of time absorbing all that Gurez has to offer.
May to September is the period when the weather and air are most pleasant and welcoming.
So, these offbeat places in India are always worth traveling to to unlock new secrets and when it's India the secrets will be amazing. So hold the idea and carry on!