If you are very fond of visiting beautiful places like villages, then today we are going to tell you about those beautiful villages of India, in front of which tourist destinations built on foreign soil also fade away. Although, there are more than 6 lakh villages in India, but we have come up with a list of some of the selected villages, which are the most visited by tourists.
Lachung, Sikkim
The village named Lanchug, adjacent to the Tibet border, is one of the best tourist destinations in Sikkim. In this village situated at an altitude of about 9600 feet, you will find yourself surrounded by snow-capped mountains. This place is about 118 km from Gangtok which will make you enjoy a long journey as well. There are also beautiful orchards of apple, peach, and apricot to visit here. Lachung is situated at the confluence of the Lachen and Lachung rivers, which further join the Teesta River. Lachung means "little valley" and has been a favorite destination for writers from all over the world. Lachung is famous for its monasteries, and thousands of tourists from all over the world come to see the Lachung Monastery here.
Malana, Himachal Pradesh
Any person who is fond of visiting tourist destinations must visit Malana village in Himachal Pradesh once. Every nature lover must visit this beautiful and mysterious village once in their life. This village is home to many tribes, who are also said to be the descendants of Alexander's army. The villagers here are very protective of their traditions and customs. The residents here are believed to be the descendants of Alexander the Great, which makes the stories related to this place more interesting. Apart from the calm environment, natural beauty and noise of big cities, this village can give you the most memorable moments of life. Amazing trekking of Kheerganga is also very close to this place.
Kausani, Uttarakhand
Kausani village, situated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, about 400 km away from Delhi, is situated between Kosi and Gomti rivers in the Bageshwar district. Kausani is a beautiful hill station situated at an altitude of 6075 feet above sea level. Apart from the huge Himalayas, a grand view of Nandakot, Trishul, and Nanda Devi mountains can be seen from here. This hill town is situated on top of a hill amidst dense pine trees and offers a wonderful view of the beautiful valleys of Someshwar, Garuda, and Baijnath Katyuri. Apart from beautiful hills and mountains, Kausani is also known for ashrams, temples, and tea gardens. Pinnath Temple, Shiva Temple, Rudrahari Mahadev Temple, Kot Bhramari Temple, and Baijnath Temple are some of the major religious places in Kausani.
Takdah, West Bengal
Takdah is a very lovely and beautiful village. There is this village in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, which is small, but the beauty here makes everyone crazy. Here you can enjoy trekking and the fun of roaming in the high mountains is different. There are also tea gardens here. Every year a large number of tourists reach here and spend time in this village. Here the view of the high peaks of the Himalayas and the tea plantations are also a center of attraction for tourists.
Khimsar, Rajasthan
Khimsar, a small village in North India, is called the heartbeat of Rajasthan. There is a water lake right in the middle of this village which turns this desert into a picturesque oasis. Many years back, Khimsar was an independent state ruled by the Thakur dynasty. If we look at the history of Khimsar, the history here takes us to the 16th century when the Khimsar Fort was built. This fort has been witness to many major battles that took place at that time. Tourists coming here can still see the remains of the battles fought during that period on the walls of this fort. It is said that the main purpose of building this fort was to save Khimsar state from enemy attack, later people started living in this fort, and around 1940, women also started living in this fort, which was called Zanana. Khimsar is well connected by air, rail, and road. Jodhpur Airport is the nearest airbase to visit this place. There are regular flights to this airport from Jaipur, Mumbai, Delhi, and Udaipur. The nearest railway station is also present in Jodhpur.
Idukki, Kerala
Idukki is the highest point in the Western Ghats of Kerala. The beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and dense forests here add to the beauty of this place. Surrounded by lush green and dense forests and adorned with green mountains, this place prides itself on having the highest peak in India, Anamudi. Apart from this, it also has the second-largest arch dam in the world. Evidence of Paleolithic civilization has been found in Idukki, although many historians believe that the Palaeolithic Carpet people were settled here. The remains of a menhir and a stone age cemetery were excavated near Udumbankola and Peermedu in 1947-48. Idukki can be called the Power House of Kerala as it supplies 66% of the state's hydroelectric power consumption. Idukki Arch Dam, Kulamavu Dam, and Cheruthni Dam are the three important dams in Idukki. These dams set against a beautiful backdrop are worth a visit, besides, there is a wind power farm at Ramakalmedu, an important hill station in Idukki. The Malankara Reservoir, an important irrigation project of Kerala, is a favorite place for visitors for boating and fishing. Idukki has many attractions for visitors.
Gokarna, Karnataka
Gokarna in Karnataka is a beautiful village very close to Goa, hence it is also called the neighboring village of Goa. The village is a tourist destination as well as very popular among pilgrims. Those visiting Karnataka never forget to see the beauty of this village. Gokarna is a Hindu pilgrimage town in Karnataka and is also considered a special place for beach lovers. However, its reputation has risen because of the temples here. Folklore suggests that Gokarna is the city of Lord Shiva and Vishnu.
Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh
Kasol is one such village in Himachal Pradesh, which is situated on the banks of the Parvati River. Kasol was not very famous among tourists before, but now this small hill station is also becoming very popular among tourists. Kasol, a village situated on the banks of river Parvati, is situated at a distance of just 40 km from Kullu. Kasol village is very special for adventure lovers, as they can comfortably enjoy the shade of stars in the lap of nature. Village Kasol is not very popular like other hill stations of Himachal Pradesh, due to which you will find less crowd of tourists here. Famous for its hippie culture, this place is no less than a paradise for backpackers. There are many places to visit in Kasol such as Parvati River, Kheer Ganga Peak, Malana, Tosh Village, Manikarna, Bhuntar, etc. Most tourists come here between March and May.
Majuli, Assam
Majuli is the largest riverine island in Asia. It is spread over 1250 square kilometers of Majuli, located in the middle of the Brahmaputra River, about 400 km from Guwahati. A special thing about this place is also told that some of the fishermen here can hold their breath longer than any other human being. You can go here on a boat tour to many special museums. The island was formed to the south by the Brahmaputra River and to its north by the Kherkutia River. The main crops grown in Majuli are rice, maize, wheat, black gram, vegetables, fruits, cotton, jute, castor, sugarcane, etc.
Mawlynnong, Meghalaya
Mawlynnong Village is located in the East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya. This village is famous not only in India but all over the world for its cleanliness. The local community and the government together have taken up the task of maintaining the beauty of this village. It was also ranked as the cleanest village in Asia by Discover India in the year 2003. This is the reason why it is also called God's Own Gordon. All the features of an ideal village are present here. Mawlynnong village also has its own identity for a cent percent literacy rate and women empowerment. The weather here is at its best from October to April. According to a report, around 900 people live in Mawlynnong. Mainly the people here depend on agriculture. Arecanut is mainly cultivated. Talking about fruits, pineapple, and litchi are also easily available here during the summer season. Not only this but these fruits are also exported to nearby areas. There are three churches in the village and most of the people here follow Christianity.
Poovar, Kerala
Poovar comes from the most beautiful villages of India, where people come from far and wide to see its beauty. Let us tell you, this small village is situated on the southern tip of Thiruvananthapuram. The clean and beautiful beaches here compel tourists to spend a few days there. One can experience many things in Poovar village of Kerala, such as relaxing on the beach, enjoying boating, or visiting Ajimala Shiva Temple. The best time to visit Poovar is between October to February.
Landor, Uttarakhand
Landor village of Uttarakhand is home to the most famous writer Ruskin Bond. Here you can spend your whole life amidst clean air. There are also some British-era churches, such as Kellogg's Church, St Paul's, and Methodist Church, which you must visit. Many tourists also go trekking here. Tourists who go on city tours come here. The green area here impresses the tourists to a great extent. There are many shops located near this place where you can also do your shopping. Coming to Landor, if you are craving something special to eat and drink, then you can enter the four shop areas here. This place is known for shopping and delicious cuisine in the city. Tourists who go on city tours like to come here and eat and drink. The shops here have a good seating arrangement where you can sit comfortably and enjoy the delicious food. Choose the month between April to June to visit Landor village.
Mandwa, Rajasthan
Mandawa is a very beautiful village in Rajasthan, which was established in the 18th century by Rajasthani traders. You can see the lifestyle of Rajasthan in the haveli present in this village. This place attracts many history lovers, if you are also very interested in history, then definitely visit this village once. Many Rajasthani dishes are also served in this village. The best time to visit Mandwa is between October to March.
Diskit Village, Ladakh
Diskit village is situated on the banks of the Shok River in Ladakh. Surrounded by mountains, this village is a center of attraction and adventure for tourists. Let us tell you, this village is also home to monasteries, where not only the local people live, but Buddhist followers also visit this beautiful place. If you want to go to a place of peace, then you must spend a night in this beautiful village of Ladakh. To visit here, you can visit Nubra Valley, the holy monastery of Maitreya Buddha. Also, be a part of the Dosmoche festival at the Gompa. The best time to visit Diskit Village is from April to July.
