When it comes to tourism, India has an abundance of options for travelers to visit and explore. Some cities and states thrive on the tourism industry, which has boosted their cultural exports, such as Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh. However, if you’re looking for places that rarely appear on your social media feed, we’ve put together a list of places that have relatively fewer tourists:
Samten Yongcha Gompa, Arunachal Pradesh
Not for everyone is this Buddhist temple located in the wilderness of the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh in India. The charming wooden Samten Yongcha Gompa, thought to be about four hundred years old, stands on a windswept hilltop six kilometers west of the town of Mechuka. The first thing you see when you arrive at the temple is a forest with prayer flags and a beautiful view of the valley, river and mountains nearby. According to Lonely Planet, the temple administrator will most likely show you around the two-story temple with its colorful images, including some of the locals’ patron deities.
Roop Kund, Uttarakhand
The sight of Roop Kund may be reminiscent of an episode of Game of Thrones as the snow-capped hills reveal the lake nicknamed ‘the Mystery Lake’. The name comes from the fact that Roop Kund features are left over from human skeletons and horses belonging to the Paleolithic era. To reach this place, you must be prepared to make the trek from Lohajung, a small pass at 16,499 feet above sea level in the Garhwal Himalayas.
Chorten Forest, Sikkim
This forest is located on the south side of the Tashiding Gompa complex in Sikkim. The unusual compound contains a 2008 dharma bell, two giant Kashmir cypress trees, and a series of large Tibetan stupas. The sight is a visual treat for those seeking peace and tranquility and want to breathe in some forest air.
Edakkal Caves, Kerala
Located in the Wayanad district, the Edakkal Caves are secluded hilltop caves, or rather, a small series of caves. The caves are known for the ancient collection of petroglyphs in their upper chamber, estimated to be over 3,000 years old.
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