20 JULY, 2023
Sweta Gupta
The valley at the junction of Parvati and Beas rivers in Himachal Pradesh offers popular trekking and camping spots for backpackers. It also has charming Israeli cafes and therapeutic hot water springs in Manikaran.
Vibrant flowers make for a colourful palette at this valley in Uttarakhand. Rare wildlife like snow leopards, blue sheep, and Himalayan brown bears are found in the valley.
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At the confluence of Shyok and Nubra River in Ladakh, it is famous for its dunes, turbulent rivers, Bactrian camels, trekking, and camping. Khardungla Pass and the beautiful Diskit Monastery, hosting the Dosmoche festival: a must-visit.
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The breathtaking Yumthang valley in Sikkim is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and carved by the Teesta. It is known for its vibrant summer flowers and offers excellent views of peaks like Pauhunri and Shundu Tsenpa.
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This valley in Sikkim is covered by snow in winter and adorned with beautiful flowers in summer. With both Dzukou and Japfu rivers crisscrossing the valley, it is quite a sight to behold.
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This picture-perfect paradise, called Little Tibet, is in Himachal Pradesh. It is nestled between Lahul, Kullu, Ladakh, and Kinnaur. Himalayan fox, Himalayan Tahr, snow leopards, and musk deer are found here.
Carved out by the river of the same name, Dibang Valley in Arunachal Pradesh features exotic flora, and rich wildlife. Located between Tawang and Bomdila, it's a paradise for nature lovers.
The cascading Lidder river adds to its scenic charm, with vast green landscapes and blue waters flowing through the heart of this valley in Kashmir. The backdrop of Himalayan peaks makes it alluring for photography tours.
Situated on the Sharavathi river basin in Karnataka, in the Western Ghats, it houses exotic animals like the lion-tailed macaque and various big cat species. Its backwaters offer great opportunities for water sports like canoeing, kayaking, and wind surfing.
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An idyllic valley in Andhra Pradesh surrounded by the Eastern Ghats. The Borra caves here are among the most enthralling limestone caves in India.