Have you ever wondered that there can be a place with the most magnificent beauty yet not known to many people? You might have spent your time in the same old hill stations and beaches in India that your relatives and friends have already visited. Or, you may have traveled around the places which you have been learning about from your childhood days. Well, since you are at the right place to explore the sights, in the land of India, you can travel to the unexplored territory where accessibility might be an issue. If you are planning a trip, then let me give you a tip about a list of lesser-known ones that are worth visiting.

10 Beautiful and Exceptional Yet Underrated Places in India

So, let's start with knowing these places. I, Janhvi Srivastava, a writer at Travel-o-Clock, your friend and advisor, will provide you with the appropriate information for these destinations.

Majuli, Assam

A river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam, a wetland called Majuli, is a hotspot for flora and fauna, harboring many rare and endangered avifauna species. This is one of the most surreal places in India with a lush green environment and pollution-free world’s largest freshwater island. The unmatched beauty of the place is wrapped in a unique and quite interesting culture inhabited by tribals with various migratory birds and a dose of mesmerizing sunsets. The Majuli tour is incomplete without visiting the Satras which function as monasteries and heritages.

Gavi, Kerala

Gavi is a village in the Pathanamthitta district, of Kerala, India. It is located 28 km southwest of Vandiperiyar, a town in Idukki. It is a paradise for bird watchers, with more than 260 species of birds including the great pied hornbill, woodpecker, and kingfisher. Gavi is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Kerala, a journey here is somewhat of a different experience. Not visiting Gavi means you have missed one of the most beautiful destinations in Kerala. Sabarimala Viewpoint in Gavi Kerala is known to offer stunning views of the rolling Sabarimala hills, which are a part of the surreal Western Ghats enveloped in lush greenery.

Rani ki Vav, Gujrat

The only real sign of Patan’s former glory is this astoundingly beautiful step-well which is considered the finest and one of the largest examples of stepwell architecture in Gujarat. It is situated in the town of Patan in the Gujarat state of India, on the banks of the Saraswati river. Unlike other monuments in India, this one was built by a lady. And the most attractive feature about this monument is that it is an inverted temple, obviously it will be a completely new experience and so this place is worth visiting once in your life.

Loktak lake, Manipur

Loktak Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India. Rich biodiversity with habitat heterogeneity has been recorded during a scientific survey carried out between January 2000 and December 2002 in different habitat patches of the lake. The lake’s rich biological diversity comprises 233 species of aquatic plants, about 100 species of birds, and more than 400 species of animals, including the Indian python and sambhar. The only floating National Park in the World, Keibul Lamjao National Park, is an integral part of Loktak Lake. So, in my opinion, this place is now going to be on your wishlist, right?

Spiti valley, Himachal Pradesh

A mountainous cold desert freckled with green patches over a dry weather-beaten face, fascinating valleys, windswept landscapes, and quiet villages, Spiti, loosely translates as ‘the middle land’. Spiti is summer home to hundreds of semi-nomadic gaddi sheep and goat herders. Places to visit here are Chicham Bridge, Chandra Taal lake, Dhankar Lake and Dhankar monastery, and also Gue monastery. Spiti is a high-altitude region of the Himalayas, located in the northeastern part of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It’s a very beautiful place to tour, most likely in the summer season.

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Coorg, Karnataka

Coorg, officially called Kodagu, is the most sought-after and popular hill station in Karnataka. Lying serenely amidst high mountains, Coorg’s landscape stays misty throughout the year. The popular tourist attractions in Kodagu include Bhagamandala, Talakaveri, Nisargadhama, Dubare, Abbey Falls, Iruppu Falls, and Nagarahole National Park. The hilly topography of Coorg is interspersed with grassy downs, paddy fields, sloping glades & gorges & deep valleys across most parts of Coorg, a nice place to go for the campaign. A drive through the thoroughfare certainly will reward one with the natural scenic beauty of canopies of trees and the expansive scenery of the mountains.

Unakoti hills, Tripura

Unakoti is a hill from which the name of the Unakoti District is derived. The Kokborok name of Unakoti is Subrai Khung as claimed by Jamatia Hoda. Every year a big fair popularly known as Ashokastami Mela is held in the month of April. The festival is visited by thousands of pilgrims. Another smaller festival takes place in January. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva once spent a night here en route to Kashi. 99,99,999 gods and goddesses followed him. He had asked his followers to wake up before sunrise and make their way toward Kashi. Unfortunately, none awoke, except Lord Shiva himself. Before he set out for Kashi alone, he put a curse on the others, turning them to stone and that is how the site got its name. Woah! That’s unexpected but sounds like this place is astonishing and now it’s on my wishlist too.

Dudhni lake, Silvassa

A perfect getaway and picnic spot for families. Dudhani lake is a large waterfront of the Damanganga river located 20 km from Khanvel and 40 km from Silvassa. Dudhi lake is built on the reservoir of the Madhuban Dam and has emerged as a popular tourist attraction. Here you can enjoy the Shikara ride with the very beautiful and scenic riverbank. It was worth visiting the place. So, don’t think twice, just go and witness the most beautiful, close-to-nature experience of boating. From boating, kayaking, speed boats, canoeing, and jet skiing, Dudhni lake is perfect to get away from your weekday blues.

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Bagram island, Lakshadweep

A bewitchingly beautiful and breathtaking island in Lakshadweep. It is surrounded by a shallow lagoon enclosed by coral reefs. It has been ranked among the best gateways in the world. Here the sun, sand, and surf in harmony cast a spell on the visitor. It offers the utmost privacy and unpolluted comfort with crystal-clear water. Sparkling coral reefs and blue lagoon perform magic on the soul-searching traveler. It's a place where Hemingway would create a classic or Van Gogh would paint a masterpiece. A matchless scene of well-being takes over and one begins to discover the graceful fishes, porcupines, parrots, pufferfishes, hermit crabs, and sea birds on the vast 120 acres of lush coconut groves in Bangaram. There are numerous adventures like scuba diving, beach games, swimming, snorkeling, and deep-sea fishing. A well-stocked bar is also available. Agatti is the gateway to Bangaram and is linked to Cochin for onward flights to metros. This place seems to be so mesmerizing, I almost went lost in the words.

Auli, Uttarakhand

Auli is in the Chamoli district in the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand, India. Auli is also known as Auli Bugyal, in Gharwali, which means “meadow”. A ride of the Auli ropeway offers the best scenic beauty of the Garhwal Himalayas meadow from the height of 3010 meters. Auli is a beautiful place in Uttarakhand and is popular among tourists. Today, Auli is famous for being a premier skiing destination that is frequented by Indians and foreigners alike to quench their thirst for snow sports.

So, I think that you’ve got enough places to visit in your vacations and explore the new world. I really hope you enjoyed reading this article and got some valuable information. If this was up to your liking then share this with your family and friends and plan your next trip. Don’t forget to add a comment below and also let me know what kind of article you want next. Share your feedback and improvement suggestions, I’ll be extremely thankful.

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