India can be rightfully attributed to be the country of contrasts, and turning to whichever region in the country you desire, you will discover that it is different from the rest. Though it’s fun to roam around with Assertiveness in the sun-kissed beaches of Goa or Ah-inspiring historical edifices of Jaipur or the natural beauty of Kerala , there is a different charm to explore locations, not so famous, which are not crowded. Here are some wonderful offbeat destinations in India that can be explored of you get bored of regular travelling in 2024.

1. Gurez Valley, Jammu & Kashmir: The Unexplored Paradise

Gurez Valley is a picturesque valley, situated in the north Kashmir and the scenery here is believed to put one in another world. The roads to Gurez is a treat in its own right with the scenic mountains roads to the place. The valley is composed of wooden houses, green pastures, and the quiet Kishanganga River which runs through the valley.

While travelling through Gurez one can still find few traces of sounds of mass tourism, which makes it the ideal destination for those people who would want to escape the hustle and bustle of the modern world and be surrounded by the beauty of nature. The people of the region are predominantly of the Dard tribe and they are friendly and more than willing to speak to anyone about the legacy of their home. The valley has snow touched mountains and a calm environment that you would love to be in when you are trekking in 2024.

2. Majuli, Assam: The largest river island of the world

Majuli island is situated in the middle of the Brahmaputra River in Assam is the biggest rivers island in the world and is culturally very rich. It is filled with the living traditions of Assam, the historic monasteries and an entirely different way of living close to water.

It must be travelled because of the Satras (monasteries), which are known for continuing the dance forms, music and drama of the area from time immemorial. The scenic beauty of the island is plain green and filled with water which makes it perfect to get away from the noisy world.

Learn the joy and simplicity of living in 2024 at Majuli and engage in mouth-watering Assamese foods, observe artisans in action, making nice pottery and masks. It is a place where one feels that time forgets to move and is an actual experience of the essence of Assam.

3. Chopta, Uttarakhand: Mini Switzerland India

Popularly known as the Mini Switzerland of India, Chopta is small region in Uttarakhand offering the mesmerising view of the Himalayan peeks such as Trishul, Nanda Devi and Chaukhamba. Unlike some of the analogous destinations such as Mussoorie or Nainital, Chopta is still relatively undiscovered.

Chopta is the starting point for Tungnath the highest temple of Lord Shiva in the world and still higher to Chandrashila peak which gives the magnificent view of the mountain ranges. The landscapes of Chopta are characterized by the meadows known as Bugyals that will give lot of opportunities for a nature walk as well as for bird watching since there are a number of forests in the vicinity.

By 2024, should you desire a fallopian trip of spirituality, trekking and natural beauty Chopta is one stop destination. It is, therefore, a perfect destination for the joy seekers as well as the explorers since it boasts of cool air and calm surroundings.

4. Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh: A Music Lover’s Paradise

Located in the north eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, Ziro Valley is a beautiful town that has only recently emerged on the tourist map for its annual music festival- Ziro Festival of Music. However, beyond the festival, there is the wonderful rolling hills, rice fields and indigenous tribes of Ziro Valley.

The ‘Apatanis’ the originaldwelling inhabitants of Ziro are very cultural and welcoming people. Travelling within the villages of Ziro provides one with a feel of the traditional practices of the people including practices in farming, body arts such as facial tattooing and wearing of nose plugs.

In 2024, a visit to Ziro Valley will be of music, culture, and nature enthusiasts. If you are going to be attending the music festival or ambling through the beauty of the valley, one thing about Ziro – you won’t forget it.

5. Dhanushkodi, Tamil Nadu: The Ghost Town at the Edge of India

Dhanushkodi is an abandoned village at the southern extremity of the Rameswaram Island in the Ramanathapuram District of the Tamil Nadu state of India. Dhanushkodi was a thriving town until the cyclone of 1964 struck and what remains today is a derelict town which is good for horror fiction and otherwise.

The place has come light now a days, it is more famous for the long stretches of white sand, clear blue water and old buildings seen as the silent spectators of the town which was once Dhanshkodi. It is also the starting point of the Ram Setu bridge which according to legend was constructed by Lord Rama to cross over to Lanka.

Traveling to Dhanushkodi in the year 2024 puts a person in another world all together. The dark characteristic of this place where people do not live accompanied by the picturesque nature around makes this place, one of the kind and quite unconventional.

Why Explore Offbeat Destinations?

There is a certain enjoyment of going to places that are not well-known, something that is not crowded and full of tourists, isolated and something that makes the traveler intimately linked to the place and people of the place visited. As the significance of EPS rises in 2024, these incredible sites in India are an ideal chance to make new travels and valuable experiences.

Hence, from the bird watchers to history lovers to those who wish to explore India beyond the beaten track, that drama is unexplored. Just grab your luggage, input the co-ordinates into your car’s navigation system and prepare for the ride of your life and a journey that will lead you through some of the least visited parts of India .