India is a well-known treasure trove for travellers of varied interests. It has served tourists with countless heritage, cultural, natural, and historical experiences in every corner. The vast diversity of the country ranging from plateaus, dense forests, vibrant cities, snow-covered mountains, tropical beaches to golden hued deserts, has something for everyone. If you wish to explore India when the holiday bells are tolling and if it’s offbeat that you seek, we got amazing options for you here. We have hand-picked a few unique destinations that boast a significance of own. These are counted as some of the offbeat destinations of India due to their not-so-common historical, cultural, or natural existence. It’s time to discover these, with no more wait.
NEVER-MISS OFFBEAT PLACES IN INDIA FOR 2022
- KATAGLA
The gushing Parvati River, traditional homes made of wood, tall pine trees, lush green mountains, this is what Katagla is all about. It is located approx. two kms from the hippies’ paradise, Kasol in Himachal Pradesh. The subtle aura of this place and the untouched nature vibes will fill your soul with utmost peace and relaxation. As it is a quaint attraction, it’s the best spot for peace seekers to unwind and relax.
Attractions: Meraki Café, Chalal Trail, Chalal Falls, Rasol trek.
Best time to visit: May-July
- CHAMPANER
If it is the mystery of history that entices you, then Champaner located in the Western State of Gujarat is the place for you. This place is a heady mix of modern and historic and is inspired by the beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural style. Tourists usually club their visit to Champaner with Pavagadh as these offers the most historical attractions of the city. The Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), located on a dormant volcanic hill is an interesting amalgam of diverse cultures that have thrived in this place. There are many several buried and unexcavated parts of the city, which make it even more interesting.
Attractions: Kalikamata Temple, Pavagadh Hill, Pavagadh Fort, Kevada Masjid, Lila Gumbaj ki Masjid, Helical Stepwell, Nagina Masjid, Sikandar Shah’s tomb.
Best time to visit: October-February
- BHEDAGHAT
At Bhedaghat, in the heartland of India, the mighty river Narmada, silently and calmly flowing through a valley of marble rocks on both sides that are almost 100 ft. high. A boat ride on a moonlit night, enjoying the serenity of the river, marvelling at the grandeur and beauty of the duet created by the marble rocks and the waters is a vision from a fairy tale. This magical experience has attracted tourists from around the world and thus make it one of the best offbeat places in India. Just a few miles away you could enjoy a Cruise as well as a waterfall.
Attractions: Dhuandhar Falls, Chausath Yogini Temple, Balancing Rocks, Pisanhari ki Madiya, Madan Mahal Fort, Rani Durgavati Museum, Tilwara Ghat, Bhawartal Garden.
Best time to visit: September-March
- MANDU
Mandu – famous for its fort, is another quiet place located in the central Indian State of Madhya Pradesh. This World Heritage Site boasts of several historical monuments. Mandu is a green and peaceful place. It is especially famous for the Mandu fort is built in the shape of a ship and is a fine example of magnificent Afghan architecture. The Rani Roopmati pavilion is of special interest to visitors, as it is an ode of love, written in stone. It was built by King Baaz Bahadur in the 15th century for his beautiful and talented consort, Rani Roopmati, whom he loved very dearly. Their tragic love story was a subject of many romantic tales and poems.
Attractions: Baz Bahadur’s Palace, Rani Rupmati’s Pavilion, Hindola Mahal, Ashrafi Mahal, Jain Temple, Hoshang’s Tomb.
Best time to visit: October-March
- VALLEY OF FLOWERS
This serene valley located in Uttarakhand is a well-known national park located at an elevation of 3,600 meters. It transforms into a botanical wonderland during the monsoon season as it exhibits a bouquet of more than 600 species of flowers including the rare blue Primula, endemic alpine flowers, rhododendrons, poppies and many more. It is a visually-pleasing spectacle to witness maximum abundance of flowers at once here. This UNESCO World Heritage Site reopened for tourists on 1st June this year till October/November. The only way to reach here is through a 14km trek from Govindghat near Rishikesh. The trek is moderate and the altitude goes high upto 15,200 ft.
Attractions: Hemkund Lake, Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, Mana Village, Joshimath, Badrinath, Auli, Pandukeshwar
Best time to visit: June end-Mid September
- QILA RAIPUR
Qila Raipur is a noted village located in Punjab which is primarily known for its rural Sports Festival hosted in February. Also known as the Rural Olympics, it is a high-spirited event started in 1933 that exhibits various sports like Kabaddi, Wrestling, Kite Flying, Sikh Marital Arts, Kokla Chapaki, Tug of War and many more. It attracts a mass gathering of people of all ages, from children to aged. More than 4000 sportsmen participate and compete in various sports events and thousands of tourists gather to witness this event. It is undeniably the biggest rural sport event of the country that will leave your heart thrilled at every moment.
Attractions: Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border
Best time to visit: February
- KARAULI
Located in Rajasthan, the holy city of Karauli houses more than 300 temples. Folklore says that this place was founded in the 10th century by direct descendants of Lord Krishna. The place was later ruled by the Rajputs and then the Moghuls. Resonating the typical Rajasthani culture, Karauli houses some of the most exquisite havelis, beautiful temples, peaceful shrines, chhatris – surrounded by the world-famous red sandstone wall. The entire city exhibits Mughal architectural brilliance through its rich heritage so when in Rajasthan, must visit Karauli for a royal and offbeat experience. Attractions: Kalki Devi Temple, Madan Mohan Ji Temple, MehandiPur Balaji, Shri Mahavir Ji Temple, Bhanwar Vilas Palace, Kaila Devi Sanctuary, City Palace, Dev Giri Fort. Best time to visit: March and April If you’re an adventurous soul who is always on a lookout for something offbeat, here we have covered some of the best offbeat attractions of India. You could explore these on a pocket-friendly budget with our holiday packages in India. It’s time to break the monotony and charge yourself for a relaxing yet offbeat vacation with us.
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