10 unique places to visit in India

India is a colorful country with a plethora of natural and man-made marvels. For those looking for something unusual, we’ve listed 10 unique places to visit in India.

In the northwestern state of Rajasthan lies Jodhpur city. Its vibrant blue buildings surrounded by huge fortress walls contrast strikingly with the neighboring Thar Desert. Here you will find the beautiful 15th-century palace, Mehrangarh Fort. It is now a museum that displays native paintings, weapons, and ornate royal palanquins.

Rameswaram is situated in the southeast Indian state of Tamil Nadu on the island of Pamban. The town is most famous for the Ramanathaswamy Temple, a Hindu pilgrimage site with huge sculpted pillars, ornate corridors, and sacred water tanks. A chakra (wheel) here is fabled to have the imprint of Lord Rama’s feet.

Roopkund, also known as the Skeleton Lake, is a high-altitude glacial lake in the north Indian state of Uttarakhand. Situated in the Himalayas, and surrounded by snow-capped mountains and rock-strewn glaciers, the trek to Roopkund is an invigorating expedition.

Located in Gujarat, Gir National Park is a wildlife sanctuary that was established to protect the Asiatic lions, leopards, and antelopes. The Gir jungle trail covers deciduous forests and shelters various wildlife, including pythons and vultures. The sanctuary also provides wildlife tour packages that give you an opportunity to watch thousands of elusive wild animals.

In the small town of Moirang in the northeast Indian state of Manipur, you’ll find Loktak Lake. It is the largest freshwater lake in India and is famous for its circular floating swamps, also called Phumdis in the local language. The lake is a lifeline for many people. Fishermen and their children can be seen running around on these Phumdis. It also hosts a floating national park called Keibul Lamjao National Park.

The Mahabat Maqbara palace is a beautifully carved mausoleum situated in the Junagadh district of Gujarat. This mausoleum was once home to the nawabs of Junagadh. The building is free to enter and the design is a wonderful fusion of Indian and European architecture.

Located in the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden in Howrah, the Great Banyan is a Banyan tree that draws a majority of visitors to the garden. The tree is over 250 years old and covers about 3.5 acres of land. The tree’s 2,800 aerial roots give it the appearance of a lush green forest.

The Bara Imambara is a historical monument situated in Lucknow. It was built by Asaf-ud-Daula, the Nawab of Awadh in 1784. It is a building complex that includes the Asfi Mosque, a Bhool Bhulaiya (a labyrinth), and a step well with running water (baoli). It is fabled that there are 1024 ways to reach the terrace but only one way to come back.

Near the Prabalgad Fort in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, you will find a 2,250ft high summit located in the Western Ghats. This is the Kalavantin Durg. Also known as Kalavantinicha Sulka, Kelve Teen, or Kalavantin Pinnacle, it is the world’s most dangerous fortress. Legend has it that it was constructed in honor of Queen Kalavantin.

Jatayu Earth’s Centre offers a complete ‘God’s Own Country’ experience to its visitors. The monumental statue of Jatayu, a legendary bird from the Ramayana, stands high up on the hill and can be seen from far away on your journey to Chadayamangalam in Kollam. You can reach the center using a cable car.

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