Hidden Gems in India, Visit it Once
Every place has some or the other thing that remains unexplored due to many reasons like if we take any vacation, we visit that place, we plan to visit the famous places that we eventually hear from the other tourists but few try to explore the unexplored.
In that maze, we got some of the best places that are not so famous but will mesmerize you with its beauty and India is full of such sites still many remains unrecognized, and you can visit those places which are listed here that will give you many new places to hang out with your travel buddies.
13 Arch bridge
The 13 Arch Bridge is located in Kerala, which connects Kollam Junction & Sengottai in South India. The railway line is more than a hundred years old, and in the year 1904, it was commissioned by the Britishers.
Commonly, the bridge serves as a railway line but, the scenic beauty of the place will drive you away. The bridge was started on November 26, 1904, and it’s been 117 years & it’s; still active. The bridge was closed in the year 2010 for a while, and it again started on June 9, 2018.
The beauty, and the architectural marvel it is, you will only understand once you see it in real life and if you are planning a trip to Kerala, visit the 13 arch bridge Kerala is one of the most beautiful places in India with the natural beauty and as called God’s land.
Laitmawsiang, Meghalaya
Exploring is a new enthusiasm we see in the youths, and discovering this undiscovered land is one of the best things you will experience. The place looks like it’s kept in secret and while you have an adrenaline rush to explore things and even you can add this to your bucket list.
Laitmawsiang is also known as the home of cotton candy clouds which is located in the north-eastern state of Meghalaya lies in the beauty of timbered valley which sweeps the eyes, the glassy lakes which attract you towards it just like you see in the movies, a quiet place with chirruping, the sound of flowing water and relax, nature healing you can say, along with that you will experience ancient caves with the twist of British colonial architecture.
If you are looking for a place or vacation to destress yourself and escape from the world for a while, this is the place, totally perfect and unique. As we know, Meghalaya is a very beautiful place, and along with that, it is home to many tribes, and even in Laitmawsiang village, you can see their lifestyle, culture, and the local food.
Enjoy the lush greenery, mystical ponds, glassy lakes, dazzling waterfalls, and much more. This memory you will always cherish is worth getting added to your bucket list.
Chettinad Palace
Chettinad is an area located in Sivaganga ruled by Pandya Nadu by the Ramnad Kingdom. The name of the place means land of the Chettiars. During the 19th and 20th centuries, the people from Chettinad did trading in South & Southeast Asia, especially in Vietnam, Malaysia, Burma, and Ceylon.
The Chettinad Palace was built in 1912 by S. Rm. M. Annamalai Chettiar, but while working on the detailing, it almost took seven years to complete the construction of the Chettinad Palace. In the palace, you can experience the traditional Chettinad architecture.
It is composed of architecture, tradition, art; you will find teak wood materials, marbles, carpets, ornamental lights, crystals that were imported from different locations overseas.
You will be amazed at the architecture of the palace, the palace also has a vast courtyard, that is used for religious rituals and marriages; it also has a puja house in the corner of the yard.
The household items that were used by the family are still kept safe, the house is like a palace because at that time Chettiars almost organized the functions at their house so they built it in that way.
The palace even has the facility of a lift and a big parking lot. You will explore more things once you reach there and it will be interesting to find out more facts about the place and some myths as well.
Gurez Valley
Gurez Valley was once a part of early Dardistan that stretched between Minimarg and Shradha Peeth. The valley is located along the silk route that was used in ancient times. In Gurez Valley, many archaeological surveys have found many carved inscriptions in Tibetan, Brahmi, and Kharoshthi, and these carvings have given indications of the origin of the Kashmiri people and Buddhism.
Apart from these the scenic beauty, gushing rivers, and amazing landscapes will hold you. The place lies just below the Line of Control, and, that is why the land is unexplored and protected. It is safe for travel as the area is under constant patrolling and continuous vigilance.
The best time to visit the place is from May to September, and you can experience places like Wular Lake, Peer Baba Shrine, Razdan Pass, etc.
Chopta
Chopta is located in the Uttarakhand region lies in the lap of the evergreen and meadows forest area, which is also a part of the Kedarnath wildlife sanctuary. The place is a base area for trekking to Tungnath.
It is one of the unexplored places in India, just lying in the heart of Uttarakhand Himalayas, and provides an amazing view of the Himalayan range along with Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, and Trishul. The place is surrounded by the forest of deodar, pine and it is very rich in flora & fauna where you can also find some rare species of musk deer and birds.
You can plan a trekking trip that is Chopta – Tungnath – Chandrashila, and even it is known to few just because of the trekking spot and the bird watching. Apart from that, you can experience rock craft, rappelling, rock climbing, camping, and photography of the Himalayan range and its rare species.
Damro
The hidden gem is located in the states of Myanmar and Assam in Arunachal Pradesh, which is one of the most ignored and unexplored states as compared to other states, but this hidden beauty will drive you away will it’s charm and natural aspects.
Arunachal Pradesh is one of the places which is often suggested for vacation but not preferred by many but if you visit the place you won’t be able to forget the destination. Apart from that, you can experience the Damro region with the longest bridge surrounded by the river and lush greenery.
The bridge is made up of Bamboo and ropes and takes you across the river Yamne.
The bridge is maintained properly and along with that suspension, cables are used for protection. IT is a 100 feet long hanging bridge which is mostly used by the locals or tribals, but it gives an amazing view. You can look at the river view, watch fishing and even you can go down.
If you are visiting the place you can experience accommodation in the bamboo houses as for few years it has attracted the explorers and apart from the bamboo houses, you can opt for the pretty cottages as well which will make your stay even better.
You can plan to go hiking up to the Damro bridge and even come down while trekking. In the region, you can experience the lifestyles of locals, fishing, and even try their local dishes like along, raja chili chutney, and smoked pork. The climate is pleasant, and you will enjoy your stay.
Jawai, Rajasthan
Rajasthan is a very famous destination but this place is not known to many. Jawai is a place that is home for the leopards, and that even came into highlight after the leopard safari on the Discovery channel. You will have the best vacation at this place, along with the proper vibe of Rajasthan.
You can experience living in the camp and enjoy the safari. They have almost every facility that; you require in the tents, and you can choose it according to your preference like; they have lavish AC tents, a proper dining area, and the security is also very well taken care of.
Enjoying the authentic Rajasthani Cuisine along with the tents, rustic lights, and peace around is an amazing experience in itself, and you can sight cranes, flamingos, and other migratory birds as well, and along with that sloth bears, Indian wolves will increase the curiosity of the safari.
Apart from that, you can visit Mahavir dam, Kambeshwar, Mahadev temple, Kumbhalgarh, etc.
Lepakshi
Lepakshi is a place that is known among the locals for Veerabhadra Temple in Andhra Pradesh. It is a Hindu temple which is dedicated to Virbhadra who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva that was built in the 16th century. At this place, you can experience the unique architectural features that are in the Vijayanagara style with the fusion of paintings and carvings.
You can see the scenes in fresco painting that depicts the story of Mahabharata, Ramayana, Krishna, Rama, and Puranas that are still very well preserved.
It is one of the most beautiful temples India has, and it is a storage place for many Kannada inscriptions which is located nearby the Karnataka border. The temple is divided into 3 parts where the hall is known as Mukha Mantapa, the Garbhagriha. The temple was built by Virupanna Nayaka & Viranna in the year 1530 AD. You can also visit the Jatayu theme park in Lepakshi.
Sandakphu
Sandakphu which is locally known as Sandakpur is a mountain peak that lies in the Singalila range in between the border of Nepal and India. This place is the highest point of the ridge, and four of the five highest peaks in the world, and the others are Makalu, L hotse, Kangchenjunga, Everest can be seen from this place.
When you visit the place, it will give the complete view of Kangchenjunga Range; you can’t even imagine the beauty of this place. While we talk about the name of the place, it means the height of the poison plants, and it got this name because poisonous plants, specifically the wolfsbane plant, grow near this peak.
It is one of the dangerous places, but if you plan things properly, it is one of the best places in India. You won’t be able to move your eyes from the view. You can plan treks with your trekking buddies; the tour goes along the Singalila Ridge to Sadakphu & Phalut, which is one of the most popular in the Eastern Himalayas.
You can experience the wildflowers, unique seasonal flowers, and bird watching, and this place is worth going into your bucket list.
Champaner
Champner is one of the historical cities located in Gujrat and even declared as a world heritage site by UNESCO still, it remains an unexplored city, even it offers some of the best landscape beauty to the tourists.
This town was the capital of the Sultanate of Gujrat and the city was established by Vanraj Chavda. Vanraj Chavda is more one of the most prominent kings from the Chavda Dynasty in the eighth century. Vanraj Chavda named this city after one of his friends, whose name was Champa and was known as Champaran.
Later an amazing Jama Masjid was built in Champaner by Sultan Begada, and it is one of the architectural marvels present in this century. The Masjid has 172 pillars and many more to look upon.
Apart from that, you can visit other places in Champaner like Amri Manzil, Lal Gumbaj Masjid, Jain Temple, Champaner Fort, Udan Khatola, Stepwell, Khapra Zaveri Temple, Sikandar Shah’s Tomb, Vada Talab, Virasat Van, and many more.
Mandu
Mandavgad, which is locally known as Mandu, is located in the western region of Madhya Pradesh. Earlier it was a subdivision of the Taranga kingdom, which was also called Tarangagadh.
The place gained recognition in the 10th and 11th centuries when it was under Paramaras. You can visit the Roopmati Pavilion, which was built with the intention of an army observation area but, now it is known as Roopmati’s Pavillion. Rewa Kund is a reservoir which was built by Baz Bahadur with the intent to provide water supply to the Roopmati’s Pavilion, Baz Bahadur’s Palace, Darya Khan’s Tomb, Shri madavgadh Teerth, Jama Masjid, Hosang Shah’s Tomb, Hindola Mahal, and many more.
So these are some of the unexplored places in India that you can explore and enjoy something different from the frequently visited locations.
edited and proofread by nikita sharma
