Cherrapunji of the South, rainforest biodiversity, King Cobra country, sunset point, monsoon magic

India's most remote district HQ, Seven Lakes Trek, Idu Mishmi tribal homeland, WW2 plane wreckage near Luru Hugu with Neolithic sites

India's premier ski destination with panoramic Nanda Devi views, cable car rides, alpine meadows

One of India's most isolated villages, accessible only by multi-day trek, shepherd tribes live here

Ancient rock art of Bhander Plateau, Kanger Valley caves, Muria tribe's Ghotul system, Dhokra craft villages, tribal Haat markets, community-led tourism hub

Wildlife sanctuary with 300km Himalayan panorama, oak and rhododendron forests, quiet forest lodges

Undiscovered miniature Udaipur, stepwells, frescoed palace, no crowds, authentic Rajasthan

A cantonment town with rolling green hills and the roaring Tiger Falls.

One of wettest places on Earth, dramatic waterfalls, living root bridges, canyon viewpoints

A misty mountain city in northern Thailand, famous for its ancient temples, night markets, and laid-back atmosphere.

Coffee land of India, Mullayanagiri peak, Baba Budangiri, adventure resorts, scenic drives

Last inhabited village near Indo-Tibet border, untouched beauty with stark mountain landscapes

India's widest waterfall called 'Niagara of India', horseshoe-shaped cascade on Indravati River, spectacular during monsoon, tribal Bastar region

Mini Switzerland of India, meadows with Himalayan views, Tungnath temple trek, rhododendron forests

World's highest motorable road (Umling La), Rezang La War Memorial, nomadic Changpa homestays meters from LAC, recently opened border villages

Quieter neighbor of Ooty, tea gardens, colonial bungalows, hiking trails, heritage stays

Scotland of India, coffee plantations, misty hills, martial Kodava culture, spice gardens

Ghost town at India's southeastern tip destroyed by 1964 cyclone, where Bay of Bengal meets Indian Ocean, visible distance to Sri Lanka

Little Lhasa of India, Dalai Lama's residence, Tibetan culture hub with mountain backdrop

Valley of flowers at the Nagaland-Manipur border, pristine meadows, rare lilies, challenging trek

Pristine eco-tourism destination in Periyar Tiger Reserve with untouched rainforests, tribal settlements, and diverse wildlife including elephants and tigers

Untouched paradise at LOC with Habba Khatoon peak backdrop, Kishanganga river, Dard-Shina tribal culture, one of Kashmir's best-kept secrets

UNESCO ruins of Vijayanagara Empire, boulder-strewn landscape, living temples, traveler paradise

India's darkest skies for stargazing, remote monastery, high-altitude desert, rare wildlife

Untouched mangrove tunnels on Kandla island, Sharavati river boardwalk like the Amazon, fishing cooperative-managed boats, one hour from Gokarna

The adventure capital of Europe, nestled between two lakes and surrounded by the towering snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps.

A spiritually charged town with a cluster of 124 ancient stone temples dating from 9th to 13th century AD, surrounded by deodar forests.

India's best leopard sighting destination with dramatic granite hills, crocodile-filled dam, Rabari tribal culture, luxury wilderness camps

Quiet alternative to Kasol with wooden cottages, waterfall hikes, and treehouse stays

Himalayan hamlet with Kinner Kailash views, apple orchards, and mystical Buddhist-Hindu fusion culture

A quiet alternative to Mussoorie, known for the Kaudia Forest safari, eco-parks, and pristine mountain views without the crowds.

Backpacker hub with bohemian vibe, excellent cafes, but main town crowded - side valleys still peaceful

Cold desert capital of Spiti, stark lunar landscapes, ancient monasteries, high-altitude surrealism

A meadow trek from Munsiyari offering zero-obstruction views of the Himalayas, including Panchachuli and Nanda Devi peaks.

A hidden gem offering 300km wide panoramic views of the Himalayas including Nanda Devi and Trishul.

Sacred peak in Western Ghats with dense forests, Hidlumane Falls, Sarvajna Peetha temple, and panoramic Arabian Sea views on clear days

Princess of Hill Stations, star-shaped lake, pine forests, hiking trails, less commercial than Ooty

World's highest elevation tea plantation with panoramic sunrise views, traditional orthodox tea processing, jeep-only access through misty mountains

Heartland of tribal India with Bonda, Gadaba, Kondh tribes, weekly tribal markets (haats), sustainable living, museum of tribal life

Horse-face shaped peak, grassland shola forests, challenging trek, pristine national park

Second longest wall after Great Wall of China, hilltop fort, wildlife sanctuary, Maharana Pratap birthplace

The ancient capital of Japan, where traditional tea houses and zen gardens offer a timeless escape from the modern world.

Ancient capital of Ladakh, Buddhist monasteries, stark desert mountains, gateway to Himalayas

A sun-drenched coastal capital built on seven hills, blending historic charm with a vibrant contemporary culture and thriving nomad scene.

A place of mythology and haunted legends (Abbott Mount). Scenic riverside town with ancient temples and colonial history.

Largest freshwater lake in Northeast with unique floating islands (phumdis), world's only floating national park, home to endangered Sangai deer

Unique village straddling India-Myanmar border where the chief's house lies in both countries, former headhunter Konyak tribe culture

Maharashtra's favorite hill station, strawberry farms, viewpoints, horse riding, monsoon paradise

World's largest river island, Vaishnavite monasteries (Satras), mask-making traditions, disappearing landmass

Ancient democracy with unique language and customs, fiercely independent people, mysterious isolation

'The First Indian Village' near the Tibet border, associated with the Mahabharata (Vyas Gufa). Gateway to Vasudhara Falls.

Open-air art gallery of Shekhawati, painted havelis, merchant history, rural Rajasthan charm

City of Joy, Afghan-inspired architecture, romantic legends, baobab trees, monsoon transformation

Unique coastal paradise where NH66 runs with Arabian Sea on one side and Souparnika River on other, pristine golden sands and minimal crowds

Asia's cleanest village, living root bridges, matrilineal Khasi culture, lush green landscapes

Hidden valley near China border with Siyom River, ancient Buddhist monastery, remote Memba and Adi tribes, pristine landscapes

Restricted-access Cloud Mountain, Oriental Small-clawed Otter and Grizzled Giant Squirrel habitat, private tea estates, quieter alternative to Munnar

Rolling tea plantations, cool climate, Neelakurinji blooms (once in 12 years), wildlife sanctuaries

The base for treks to Milam and Ralam glaciers and the Nanda Devi peak.

150-year-old Thai-Buddhist kingdom in Assam tea gardens, Tai Phake tribe speaking Thai dialect, traditional stilt houses (Chang Ghar), monastery stays

The 'lake of nine corners', deeper and cleaner than Nainital. Ideal for kayaking, paragliding, and escaping the crowds.

The 'Ladakh of Uttarakhand', closed for 53 years after 1962 war, Tibetan cold desert landscape, historic Gartang Gali wooden sky-walk, ghost village of Jadung

Queen of Chotanagpur Plateau with dense sal forests, Magnolia Point sunrise, colonial-era school, one of Jharkhand's few hill retreats

Remote border village inhabited only in summer, ancient trade route, raw Himalayan silence

Cold desert valley with Bactrian camels, sand dunes, hot springs, and remote monasteries

Queen of Hill Stations, colonial heritage, toy train, botanical gardens, Nilgiri tea country

Frozen-in-time Bundela capital, riverside temples, cenotaphs at sunset, vulture conservation

Surreal high-altitude lake changing colors through the day, Indo-China border, cinematic beauty

A birdwatcher's paradise near Nainital, home to over 580 bird species and dense oak forests.

Kanchenjunga views, ancient monasteries, waterfalls, glass skywalk, spiritual Sikkim gateway

The 'Fruit Bowl of Kumaon'. A tiny hamlet perfect for doing nothing, surrounded by pine forests and fruit orchards with Himalayan views.

Yoga capital of the world, Ganga ghats, adventure sports hub, spiritual and adrenaline in one

A scenic village within Govind Pashu Vihar National Park, serving as a base camp for Kedarkantha and Har Ki Dun treks.

Home to India's largest monastery, Tibetan Buddhist culture, stunning mountain passes, war memorial

Gateway to Great Himalayan National Park with crystal-clear Tirthan River, trout fishing, riverside camping, and rustic Himachali villages

Pristine riverside valley, great food scene, trout fishing, and gateway to Great Himalayan National Park

Sacred high-altitude lake, less crowded than Pangong, nomadic Changpa settlements, raw wilderness

The spiritual heart of Bali, surrounded by rice terraces and rainforests. A global hub for yoga, wellness, and digital nomads seeking a mindful pace of life.

The 'Scotland of Asia' with rolling meadows, pine forests, tea plantations, and paragliding spots, peaceful alternative to crowded hill stations

Lush Western Ghats district, ancient caves, tribal culture, wildlife, bamboo forests

UNESCO World Heritage nominee, Apatani tribal culture, sustainable rice-fish farming, music festival