Beautiful Places in India

India is a land of many paradoxes. There are people who strive hard to earn their bread and butter here, and then there are people who have all the luxuries of life. There are cultures which are forward thinking and open to changes, and then there are cultures which strongly hold to their roots. There are places which are rugged and barren, and there are places which are blessed with lush greenery and amazing forests.

And each one of those paradoxes of India is beautiful in its own right. You don’t need to go looking for beauty in India. You come across it while exploring the land. But for those who want to experience some of the most beautiful destinations of the country, here is a list of 100 beautiful tourist places in India that you cannot miss out on


Himachal Pradesh

1. Khajjiar




This beautiful place bears a very striking resemblance to Switzerland’s topography, the well known romanticizing location. Khajjar is located at the foot of Dhauladkar , in the lap of Himalayas and is 2000 meters above sea level.

A beautiful panoramic view of the densely populated forests and the meadows and snowy peaks of Himalayas can be captured. Summer months are the best to visit this place as it wouldn’t be too cold and the hill station would be laden with beautiful flowers which makes it one of the most beautiful places to visit in India.

2. Chandertal Lake



The Chandertal lake is situated between Lahaul and Spiti, the two Himalayan ranges and is at an altitude of 4300 metres above sea level. It is also known as the ‘moon lake’ as it’s the source of river Chandra and the crystal clear waters of chandertal will not miss captivating you in its depth.

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A trek to this lake during the summer is exactly what one requires to bask in nature’s glory and its breathtaking in its literal sense too, as you will have to cross some real high mountains to reach there

3. Sar Pass




The Sar pass, a popular tourist destination is located in the Parvati valley of Kullu district in India. If, you are looking forward to attain peace amidst the natural scenic beauty, then visiting Sar Pass is an ideal decision.

It is a great pace for adventure lovers and trekkers. Situated 12,500 feet above sea level, this destination proffers quite a risky trekking spots.

Named after a small frozen lake, this place has mesmerized and won several hearts. Let its beauty hypnotize you and it’s challenging terrains trigger your adrenaline rush.

4. Rohtang Pass




‘Pile of corpses’ [Sounds scary? Try our post on the most haunted places in India] is how the literal translation is for Rohtang pass, for all the people who lost their lives while crossing the pass and yet in the recent times it has become one of the most popular tourist attraction in India, attracting thousands of people with its captivating beauty.


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Rohtang pass happens to be one of the few destinations in India where one can go skiing as it snows for almost all the months of the year. However, it is closed for 6 months every year so be ready to witness swarms of people in the other 6 months waiting to explore this 13,000 feet high destination.

5. Suraj Tal Lake

 

The Suraj Tal Lake, also known as the lake of the Sun God, lies in close proximity to the Baralacha la pass in Lahaul and Spitti valley in Himachal Pradesh. It is popularly known for being the third highest lake in India and the 21st highest in the world.

Lying in the midst of beautifully clad mountain tops and glaciers, this lake is bestowed with an enticing backdrop. The extreme polar region conditions and pin drop silence helps you escape your chaotic and polluted city lives.

The perfect time to visit the Suraj Tal Lake is during the summer season, from mid-May to mid-October. The Spitti Valley remains shut for the rest of the year.

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