Goa, Shimla, Manali, Ladakh, etc. are on everybody’s list of favorite destinations to visit. When you see the stories on Instagram, you feel like the same places are being repeated and there is nothing new about them. And when you finally visit these places, you don’t find anything new as you have already explored them on social media. Here are India’s most underrated attractions.
While these places are really beautiful and magnificent, there is a number of destinations in India that are equally great but have not been explored much and are still in their virgin state. These places are cheaper, a little better and the best thing is that not many people have seen them.
List of India’s most underrated attractions:
1. Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh
Climate | pleasant and cool throughout the year |
Best time to visit | March to October |
Major attractions | Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Meghna Cave Temple, Kile Pakho, Midey, Ziro Puto, Dolo Mando, Pine GroveTarin Fish Farm, Bamboo Grove, Tipi Orchid Research Centre, etc. |
Activities to do | Attend Ziro Music festival, Trekking, Camping, Sightseeing, Shopping, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Lilabari airport, Lakhimpur (Assam) |
Nearest Railway Station | Naharlagun Junction |
Elevation | 1500 meters above sea level |
How to reach? | The most preferred way is to land at Guwahati and then take a train to Naharlagun. From here, catch a shared taxi to the Valley. |
Ziro Valley is known for its lush green rice fields, splendid rivers, and beautiful villages. It is home to the Apatani Tribe and it is one of the most underrated places in India. The annual Ziro festival is organized in the month of September and it is the best time to visit the valley.
2. Majuli, Assam
Climate | sub-tropical monsoon climate |
Best time to visit | October to February |
Major attractions | Kamalabari Satra, Dakhinpat Satra, Garmur, Auniati Satra, Tengapania, etc. |
Activities to do | Explore the Shri Shri Dakhinpat Satra, Roam around the villages, Enjoy a country-boat ride, Savour the Tribal Food and Rice Beer, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Jorhat Airport in Assam |
Nearest Railway Station | Mariani Junction |
Elevation | 85m |
How to reach? | It can be reached only via a ferry ride that is available from Nimatighat. Reach Nimatighat via road transport from Jorhat using public transport or a taxi. |
It is the largest riverine island in the world and the lush green environment, and pollution-free weather makes Majuli one of the best destinations in India. The beauty of this place is that it is inhabited by the tribals who have preserved their cultures and traditions beautifully and along with this, one gets to experience many beautiful places, mesmerizing sunsets, and an opportunity to witness various kinds of migratory birds.
3. Gavi, Kerala
Climate | pleasant climate throughout the year with temperatures ranging from 28 degrees Celsius during the daytime in summer and falling to an average of 20 degrees Celsius at night |
Best time to visit | September to February |
Major attractions | Meenar, Chenthamara Kokka, Valley View Point, Kullar, Pullumedu, Kochu Pampa, Pachakanam and Anathode |
Activities to do | Canoeing, boating, Hiking, Outdoor camping, night safaris, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Madurai Airport, Tamil Nadu, 140km |
Nearest Railway Station | Kottayam Railway Station, 114km |
Elevation | 1036m |
How to reach? | After arriving at the nearest railway station or airport, take regular buses or private taxis to reach Gavi |
The wilderness and the beauty of the forests, hills, valleys, grasslands, waterfalls, and cardamom plantations, all together offer a magnificent view of Gavi Village. One can go jungle camping, boating, trekking, and witnessing the lifestyle of tribals while exploring traditional knowledge of the forests.
4. Mokokchung, Nagaland
Climate | during winters, the temperature can drop as low as 2 degrees celsius, the rest of the year is cool and pleasant |
Best time to visit | mid-September to November |
Major attractions | Baptist Mother Church, Town Park, Mokokchung Village, Dikhu River, Langpangkong Caves, Ungma Village, Longkhum Village, etc. |
Activities to do | visit villages, experience the local festivals, Witness the Tsungremong Festival, Picnicking on the Banks of the Dikhu River, try Mokokchung Cuisine, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Jorhat Airport, 112km |
Nearest Railway Station | Mariani Junction in Assam, 85km |
Elevation | 1325m |
How to reach? | After arriving at the nearest railway station or airport, take regular buses or private taxis to reach Mokokchung |
It is a small but very beautiful town located in Nagaland. This particular town is filled with lush green forests, beautiful landscapes, and magnificent mountains. The people living here have preserved their cultures and traditions till date and they welcome the tourists whole-heartedly.
5. Mandu, Madhya Pradesh
Climate | tropical climate, extreme summers, and winters |
Best time to visit | October to February |
Major attractions | Jahaz Mahal, Rani Roopmati Pavilion, Jami Masjid, Baz Bahadur’s Palace, Bagh Caves, Nilkanth Mahadev Temple, Hindola Mahal, Shree Mandavgarh Tirth, etc. |
Activities to do | Explore Jahaz Mahal, Shopping, Parasailing, cave visit, Camping, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, Indore |
Nearest Railway Station | Indore Railway Station, 96km |
Elevation | 634m |
How to reach? | Reach the nearest railway station or airport and take a cab or a taxi |
This place in Madhya Pradesh has lots of monumental structures that take you into the past. It is filled with many grand palaces that have beautiful designs resembling Afghan art and architecture. It is quite green and has lots of plateaus, tombs, and other UNESCO World Heritage sites.
6. Auli, Uttarakhand
Climate | summers are pleasant and refreshing; winters are quite chilly |
Best time to visit | October to February |
Major attractions | Gurso Bugyal, Auli Ropeway, Trishul Peak, Rudraprayag, Chenab Lake, Narsingh Temple, Nanda Devi Peak, Vridh Badri Temple, etc. |
Activities to do | skiing and snowboarding, trekking, cable car ride, camping, bird watching, shopping, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Jolly Grant Airport located in Dehradun, 279km |
Nearest Railway Station | Rishikesh Railway Station, 264km |
Elevation | 2909m |
How to reach? | Reach to the nearest railway station or airport and take a bus, cab or a taxi |
It is very difficult to ignore the snowy peaks, beautiful forests, apple orchards, old oaks, and pine trees. Auli presents you with all these in a single place. It is a great place for those who are looking for adventurous activities, a romantic trip, or a picnic with friends and family.
7. Pragpur, Himachal Pradesh
Climate | the moderate climate throughout the year |
Best time to visit | Summer and monsoon |
Major attractions | Taal pond, Radha Krishna Mandir, Nehar Bhawan, Bhutail Niwas, Judge’s Court, Dhunichand Bhardial Sarai, Bajreswari Jwalamukhi, etc. |
Activities to do | Attend the Lohri festival, trekking, fishing, bird watching, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Shimla Airport |
Nearest Railway Station | Jalandhar Railway Station |
Elevation | 1800m |
How to reach? | Reach the nearest railway station or airport and take a bus, cab, or a taxi |
It is said to be India’s first Heritage Village and it lies in the Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh. The place also has many orchards to deuce foods such as lemon, mangoes, and other kinds of citrus fruits.
8. Champhai, Mizoram
Climate | cool in summer and not very cold in winter |
Best time to visit | June – September |
Major attractions | Rih Dil Lake, Lamsial Puk Cave, Murlen National Park, Thasiama Seno Neihna, Mura Puk site, Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary, etc. |
Activities to do | Visit the lakes, explore the caves, go for wildlife adventures, photography, etc. |
Nearest Airport | Lengpui Airport in Aizawl, 186km |
Nearest Railway Station | Bairabi railway station, 300km |
Elevation | 1678m |
How to reach? | Reach the nearest railway station or airport and take a bus, cab, or a taxi |
You must visit this place for its ancient monuments and monolith structures that resemble the history of Mizo tribes. To reach this place, one can take a direct flight from Kolkata or Guwahati to Mizoram and from there one can either take public or private buses or go for a hired taxi.
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