Places to visit in India after lockdown | best places to visit in India 2020
Chief
Seattle said “Take only memories, leave only footprints''. But in a pandemic
situation like this, there is no way to even leave your footprint on your
porch. People are exhausting in between work from home & nowhere to go.
But
the main question is, in a country of millions of people affected in covid 19,
when is India ever going to be ready to travel?
People
who are bound to travel for business purposes or other, they all are terrified
to get on the plane. Hygiene & budget are hitting on us at the same time.
In this condition, prices of every little thing are getting higher day by day.
But
nothing can stop a Traveller from planning and saving for their next trip. Who
can stop the craziness of a wanderlust!
So
here is a list of some best places to visit in India & the travel guides
where travellers can go after this lockdown & pandemic ends.
1. Butterfly Beach, Goa :
In
lockdown lots of people got married, but they didn’t get the chance to enjoy
their honeymoon. Lots of new couples are planning to go somewhere, but also
worried about crowded places. But here’s the best place for them in Southern
Goa, called Butterfly Beach. This beach has limited entry.
The
name actually resembles the collection of most exotic butterflies, gold fish
& crabs. It’s a beautiful beach with lots of food joints, shopping centers
& water sports. But the main thing that attracts travellers is solitude
& peace.
How to reach: If you are swamped in budget then
take a shuttle from Goa International Airport to Madgaon. And then hop on a bus
& reach Palolem Beach, Butterfly Beach in 2 hour. Otherwise, it takes just
one and a half hours on a rental cab. Or one can take a boat from Palolem &
Agonda Beach too.
Best time to visit: November to March.
https://www.makemytrip.com/hotels/goa-hotels-near-butterfly_beach.html
What not to miss around: Palolem
Beach, Agonda Beach, Cola Beach, Samson’s Kiosk, Goa Jungle Adventure, Dolphin
sightings, Breathtaking Sunsets.
Activities: Boat riding, Snorkelling, Kayaking ride.
2. Sillery Gaon, West
Bengal, Kalimpong
It’s a small village in Kalimpong
situated at 6000ft, full of lively people. You will sense the quiet
peacefulness just one second after you place your foot for the first time. It’s
an ideal escape from bustling city life. A life away from reality. With calm
view of mountain. It even offers the majestic view of Mt. Kanchenjunga &
other surrounding snow peaks covered with fog.
How to reach:
Anyone can either hire a cab or take a shared taxi from NJP or Bagdogra airport
to Pedong. From Pedong it is a 30mins journey towards Sillery Gaon. Or rent a
cab straight to Sillery Gaon.
Best time to visit: March to June or October to November
Hotels: https://www.oyorooms.com/hotels-in-sillery-gaon-darjeeling/
https://www.goibibo.com/hotels/hotels-in-kalimpong/sillary-gaon-ah/
What not to miss around: Ramitey View Point, Tinchuley View
Point, Damsang Fort, Silent Valley, Cross Hill
Activities: Trek through the whole Sillery Gaon
& go into the jungle to see the real beauty. And it’s famous for birding
too.
3. Valparai, Tamil Nadu
A beautiful hill station full of greenery
in Coimbatore. Filled with tall grass & wild animals, in the land of Anamalai Tiger Reserve &
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve. The locals are very welcoming with their warm
smile. A small town with less people & small getaway is like a dream come
true travel destination.
How to reach: Cochin International airport to Valparai takes 3 hours or more,by
rental or bus. There’s no straight way available in this route.
Best time to visit: September to March.
Hotels: https://www.goibibo.com/hotels/hotels-in-valparai-ct/
What not to miss around: Chinnakallar Falls, Lower Nirar Dam,
Nallamudi Viewpoint, Loam's View Point, Thalanar View, Sholayar Dam.
4. Ziro Valley, Arunachal
Pradesh
A
forbidden mountain escape in Arunachal Pradesh, surrounded by rice fields, quaint villages and rolling green.
This is a perfect place for adventure seekers & trekkers too. Camping in
the jungle to a mesmerising view of greenery. A enhancing holiday destination
in North East India with a touch of Apatani tribe is the best place to travel
after lockdown.
How to reach: The
nearest airport from Ziro is at Jorhat, Lilabari & Guwahati. The railway
stations from Ziro are at Naharlagun & North Lakhimpur. A regular Intercity
train from Guwahati and once a week one train from New Delhi ply to
Naharlagun.There is a night bus service from Guwahati to Ziro which runs four
days a week. Alternatively, one can travel to North Lakhimpur or Itanagar and
take a shared taxi to Ziro from there.
Best time to visit: March to
October.
Hotels:
https://www.goibibo.com/hotels/hotels-in-ziro-ct/
What not to miss around: Tarin Fish Farm, Kile Pakho, Ziro
Puto, Dolo Mando, Meghna Cave Temple, Bamboo Pine Grove, Talley Valley Wildlife
Sanctuary.
5.
Goecha La, Himalayas
After
being bored at home for a long time if you’re up for an adventure then you must
visit this place at 16,207
ft in West Sikkim. It is rated as a difficult trek. 11-day trek climbs from
5,643 ft to 15,100 ft will make your thirst for more adventure. It's the best
place for trek lovers. It’s uncommon yet beautiful. For more details visit
here, https://www.thrillophilia.com/tours/goecha-la-trek
How to reach: Closest airport is Bagdogra.
Otherwise one can start from NJP station or take a bus to Siliguri. You can hire a car directly to
Yuksom from Siliguri or go by shared vehicles. Yuksom is about 4 hours from
Jorethang.
Best time to visit: April-May (Spring) and October-November (Autumn).
Hotels: The trek starts from Yuksom.
What not to miss around: Dense
jungle, Three suspension bridges, A monastery at Tsokha, sunrise on
Kanchendzonga from Dzongri Top, Camping at the foot of Pandim.
6.
Kalap, Uttarakhand
A tiny village is located 7,800 feet
above sea level. Still untouchable from mainstream tourism. Getting warm
welcome from village people will melt your heart. You’ll get a taste of village
life including local food, folklore interpretation, cultural performances.
Kalap is the best place to get away from reality to get the touch of innocence
with the touch of stunning views, pristine mountain rivers, and jungle alive
with scents of pine and wild lavender.
How to reach: Kalap
is 210 kms from Dehradun & the nearest rail station and airport is at
Dehradun. Otherwise it takes 6 hours by car or 10 hours by bus to reach the
town of Netwar, the nearest point to Kalap.
Best time to visit: Summer
Hotels:https://www.airbnb.co.in/rooms/5993171?source_impression_id=p3_1598416727_vt1ovNcPkqBBMAhi
What not to miss around: Agriculture, village life, birthplace of the Mahabharata,
snow-capped Bandarpunch range.
7.
Chitkul, Himachal Pradesh
A
quiet weekend away from shore of the city. A gem for a travel lover. A
inhabited village Situated
at the height of 3450 meters. It’s the last village in Indian map. An exquisite
landscape of breathtaking & calm beauty. A serene environment full of
orchids, mountains, meadows, huge rocks, river, jungle, and grasslands. An
extraordinary place for nature lovers.
How to reach: Reach
Chitkul by hiring a tourist cab or bus from Reckong Peo.
Best time to visit: May to October
Hotels: https://www.tripadvisor.in/Hotels-g8493891-Chitkul_Kinnaur_District_Himachal_Pradesh-Hotels.html
What not to miss around: Sangla
Meadows, Baspa River, Bering Nag Temple, Kamru Fort, Batseri.
Activities: Borasu Pass Trek, Tibetian Wood Carving Centre
8.
Khirai, West Bengal
This place is known as Bengal’s Valley of
Flowers, situated on the bank of Cossai (Kangsabati) river. An extraordinary
experience of seeing flowers. Farm of blooming flowers near west bengal.
Experience the coloring waves of Merrygold, Gladiolus,
Chrysanthemums, Calendula, Cockscomb, and more.
How to reach: Reach there by train from Howrah to
Panshkura. In Between Panshkura & Khirai station, this is situated.
Best time to visit: Winter.
Hotels: It’s a more of a one day visit kind
of place.
What not to miss around: Beautiful valley of colors.
9.
Daringbadi, Odisha
If
you love forest, then it’s the best place for you to visit. A place full of
wild animals & peace away
from the hustle and bustle of city life. It is above 3000 feet from sea level and surrounded by thick
rainforest, coffee gardens and green valleys. It’s a great combination to
experience the suspense of nature & shiver in zero degree in winters.
How to reach: One can take flight to Bhubaneshwar.
Then reach there book a cab or via bus.
Best time to visit: September -May
Hotels: http://daringbadihotels.com/
https://www.yatra.com/hotels/cheap-hotels-in-daringbadi
What not to miss around: Sapanala,
Hill view, Belghar sanctuary, spice garden, Ludu Waterfall.
Activities: Tribal
village visiting, hiking, bike riding, Emu Bird Safari.
10. Majuli, Assam
A
river island floating with lots of greenery & calmness away from the
cityscape. Breath in fresh air which is free from pollution. It’s based on the Brahmaputra River. You’ll
get to see a lot of tribal culture if you visit there on Raas Purnima. A small
village will get back your peace of mind just in days.
How to reach: One
can either hire a taxi or board a bus to reach the place from the Jorhat City,
Assam.
Best time to visit: October-February,
July-September.
Hotels: https://www.tripadvisor.in/Hotels-g1207703-Majuli_Jorhat_District_Assam-Hotels.html
What not to miss around: Dakhinpat Satra, Dikhow River,
Kamalabari Satra, Tengapania, Garmur.
Activities: Taste variety of rice & get some
Beautiful pottery and
handloom items.
Have a great journey & don’t forget
to bring sanitizer & maintain your hygiene.
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