10 Must Visit Villages in India
Do you long for a place different from luxury stays, fancy meals, cliché scenic beauties and common social media posts? Get away from usual holiday destinations and go for some exotic village. Find your roots and experience the best of ecotourism with our list of 10 stunning villages in India. Villages are mysterious and artistic, with raw beauty and unusual cultures. These picturesque villages offer some much deserved peace and quiet with a whole lot of action.
- Mawlynnong, Meghalaya
Titled as Asia’s cleanest village in 2003, this breathtakingly beautiful village of Mawlynnong is 100 kms drive away from Shillong. It will not be an overstatement to conclude this village cleaner than most of our homes. The village also renders a striking sky view from an 85-feet high tower. When you visit this village, do not forget to trek to Mawphlang, which is equally beautiful.
- Khonoma, Nagaland
If you are looking for an amazing Naga village experience, Khonoma, 20 kms away from Kohima, is the place to pay visit to. The road to reach this beautiful village might not be in a very good situation, but the forthcoming beauty of the valleys surrounded by thick forest cover will definitely makes it worth a watch. With a population of as less as 3,000 people, it is called the greenest village of India. You may also like: Diezephe Craft village, Nagaland
- Kila Raipur, Ludhiana
While any village can provide you with the authentic Punjabi feels followed by sugarcane fields, makki-di-roti, sarso da saag and a glass full of lassi, this village in Ludhiana offers beyond that. It is a very popular village in Ludhiana district of Punjab. It even hosts the annual Kila Raipur Sports Festival, also known as the Rural Olympics of India. This village is a must visit for all sports enthusiasts. The village hosts an annual Rural Olympics event during February every year. Sporting events like bull racing and martial arts are very popular. Other events will they will make your jaw drop!
- Malana, Himachal Pradesh
Malana is a beautiful Indian village in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated on a plateau by the side of a river called Malana river. Malana is also home for the famous Malana cream, one of the finest quality of hash produced. Located in the Kullu Valley, the village only has a handful population of people. For adventure gigs, the trek up to Malana is one experience that you’ll cherish all your life.
- Bir Billing, Himachal Pradesh
Bir is a village situated in the west of Joginder Nagar Valley in Himachal Pradesh. Bir is a noted centre for ecotourism, spiritual studies and meditation. It is called home to a Tibetan refugee settlement with numerous Buddhist monasteries. Located in Kangra, this village is a favourite among adventure freaks and widely known for its paragliding packages. So, just pack your bags and set your adrenaline rushing!
- Janjehli, Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh surely has a lot of striking villages to offer for exploration. One of them is this quiet little village in the Mandi district. Far removed from the commercial life, just soak yourself in the fresh sunlight and stargaze for hours at a stretch. If you’re religious or fond of paying visit to temples, you’ll find many settling atop the valley here. You may also like: The Roads less traveled of Himachal Pradesh
- Gokharna, Karnataka
Near the party-freak town of Goa, still far away from the hustle-bustle, Gokarna is a tranquil village which holds the original image of Lord Shiva’s lingam. Gokarna is a small yet beguiling temple town on the western coast of India in Karnataka. The major temple and prime deity is Lord Shiva. The place sees influx of a lot of pilgrims because of the same reason. The village has even developed as a tourist attraction over the span of many years. Due to its untouched and rustic nature, many western tourists have started visiting Gokarna.
- Mirik, West Bengal
Mirik is a picturesque tourist spot nestled in the serene hills of Darjeeling district in West Bengal, India. An unexplored destination, Mirik is beauty personified. The village offers a picturesque view from Sumendu Lake, which is surrounded by a lush green garden on one side and tall pine trees on the other.
- Lachen Village, Sikkim
Lachen is a small town towards the North Sikkim district in the Indian state of Sikkim. Situated at an elevation of 2,750 metres, this village in Sikkim offers everything from crystal clear lakes to trekking destinations to beautiful monasteries. Get fascinated by experiencing the making of sheep and yak wool here. An annual yak race known as the Thangu is organised here in every summer. The most popular area in the village is the Nyingma.
- Yana, Karnataka
Yana is a small village located in forests of the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India. It is popularly known for its unusual yet striking rock formations (Karst) or (Asteroid). Yana, set against the Sahyadri Mountains. The village will amaze you with its tall monolithic rock formations. This little village, 40 km away from the coastal village of Gokarna, is hidden away in the forests. A passage through the rocks leads to a cave (a symbol for the self-formed Shiva Lingam) with an idol of the goddess Parvati inside.
Hopefully our list of beautiful villages has set some serious village goals for you. So, pack your bags and bonce out for a calm retreat to the most gorgeous villages of India.
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