After seeing the beauty of Maldives in pictures, it is natural to want to go here, but a trip to Maldives may be out of budget. In such a situation, if you find a place like Maldives in India itself, then both money and time will be saved, and you will also get the fun of Maldives. One such place is in Uttarakhand, which is known as Mini Maldives.
The floating huts built on the Tehri Dam in Uttarakhand are called "Mili Maldives of Uttarakhand" because these huts float above the water, like the famous water villas of Maldives. These huts provide a unique experience for tourism, where you live right above the water and can enjoy the view of the beautiful lake.
How to reach
Tehri Dam is located in Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. To reach here, there is a facility of air, train, and road.
Air route
The nearest airport to this place is in Dehradun, which is about 90 km from Tehri. One can reach Tehri from the airport by taxi cab or bus.
Rail route
The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, which is about 75 km from Tehri. From Rishikesh, you can reach Tehri by bus or taxi.
Similarly, by road, you can reach Tehri Dam from Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar, and other cities by bus or private vehicle.
Cost of Mini Maldives
The cost of staying in floating huts depends on the time of travel, type of hut, and facilities available. On average, the cost of floating huts can be around 10,000 to 20,000 per day. Apart from this, the cost of food, other activities, and transportation will also be added. While you may have to spend lakhs of rupees to visit Maldives, you can enjoy holidays in Mini Maldives for less than half the money.
Specialty of Mini Maldives
The main attraction of this place is staying in floating huts. Staying in these huts built in the middle of the lake is a unique experience.
Here you can also enjoy water sports. You can enjoy boating, jet skiing, kayaking, and other water sports in Tehri Lake.
Spending time with your family or partner amidst the natural beauty of this beautiful place can be a better option. The beautiful view and calm atmosphere here captivate the mind.
Suggestion
Book your trip in advance, especially in peak season.
Keep the necessary items for water sports and other activities with you.
Keep clothes and other necessary things with you according to the weather.
Tehri Dam of Uttarakhand and its floating huts are a unique tourist destination, which can make your travel experience unforgettable.
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