Whenever we think of vacations in India, first thing which flashes through our minds are the beautiful visuals of snow-covered mountains, dense forests, alpine meadows, flowing rivulets and gurgling waterfalls. Next question that immediately arises is, where to find such a heavenly beauty that can provide peace and solitude to our fatigued bodies and minds? All the conventional hill stations these days have been engulfed by commercialization and the serenity which we crave for is lost somewhere. But, if we leave aside these usual touristy spots and go off the beaten track to explore the yet unexplored areas, we can definitely find a place where peace, spirituality, serenity and bounty of nature still exists.
One of the best locations in Ladakh for a relaxing holiday is near the ‘Suru Valley ‘, which is the part of Kargil district in Ladakh. One of the most beautiful and fertile valleys of the Ladakh region, Suru Valley offers captivating vistas of the ‘Kun’ and ‘Nun’ peaks of the Himalayan range. The valley is blooming with orchards of mulberry, apples and apricots during spring season. The unmatched beauty and tranquillity of this place leave you mesmerized for your lifetime.
Located on the banks of the sacred Ganga River in Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, the holy city of Rishikesh needs no introduction. Situated on the foothills of Garhwal Himalayas, Rishikesh makes for an ideal escapade from the crowded and polluted city life.
Lepchajagat with its serene ambiance and pictorial view of Mt. Kanchenjunga has bewitched the mind of many tourists traveling in Darjeeling. Enclosed by the rich forested area, far from the maddening crowd and hassle of daily life, Lepchajagat has become the safe haven for the tourists who are looking for solitude amidst the wildlife. Lepchajagat is a sparely populated area with no big market place, hence it won't be wrong to say Lepchajagat is a secluded hamlet of Darjeeling District. Located on the road connecting Ghoom to Sukhiapokhari traveling to Lepchajagat is easier than anyone can imagine. Lepchajagat offers its visitor with an astounding view of the snow capped mountains of Himalayan range, the view of the daunting hills from Lepchajagat has made it famous among the tourist and botanical enthusiast.