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Last Updated:April 28, 2025, 15:06 IST
While spots like Shimla and Manali attract crowds in summer, take a look at these offbeat holiday spots where you can unwind without the crowds.
The Hemis National Park in Ladakh is famous for the elusive snow leopards.
A getaway to the cool mountain regions during the warm summer months is on everyone’s wishlist. While renowned tourist destinations such as Manali, Shimla and other hill stations continue to draw enormous crowds, numerous hidden treasures around India have remained undiscovered. These offbeat destinations are ideal for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the peak season rush.
Hemis, Leh
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Hemis, a charming hamlet in the Leh area surrounded by strange surroundings, is well worth seeing. The hamlet is best known for its magnificent Hemis Monastery. This area also includes Hemis National Park, where you can see snow leopards, a variety of langurs, wolves, red foxes, deer, and marmots.
Lava, West Bengal
The forests of Lava are great for nature walks and birdwatching. From monasteries to waterfalls, endangered red pandas, breathtaking vistas of Kanchenjunga, hanging bridges, and bright rhododendrons, there’s a lot to discover in and around Lava.
Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh
Araku boasts huge coffee plantations, protected forests, breathtaking waterfalls, and a lively cultural past. The location has it all, including breathtaking mountains, lush flora, and waterfalls. This restaurant is a must-visit for coffee lovers. While you are in India, explore its rich cultural legacy. You may discover budget luxury resorts around the valley to explore its soul-soothing beauty.
Munsiyari, Uttarakhand
This picturesque village, nestled at the foot of the Panchachuli Peaks, provides stunning vistas of snow-capped mountains, rushing rivers, and alpine meadows. Popular trekking spots such as the Milam Glacier and Khaliya Top begin near Munsiyari, making it a dream destination for adventure seekers.
Barot, Himachal Pradesh
It boasts of remarkable natural beauty and this small valley area is also rich in wildlife and serves as the gateway to the Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary, which is located across the Uhl. The sanctuary is home to monal, black bear, and ghoral. While you’re here, go trout fishing, walking, and watch the sunrise and sunset from nature camps.
Mawlyngbna, Meghalaya
The hamlet is rich in fossils and have natural geysers. Kayaking, rock climbing, zip lining, and cliff leaping are all examples of adventure activities. Um-kha-koi reservoir, Pitcher plant farm, Oslo Waterfall, Umdikain Waterfall, Riat Riam Khasaw Falls and Ka iew Luri Lura are some of the must visit places.
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Delhi, India, India
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