19 places to discover
Avalanche Ecotourism is a forest-based ecotourism destination in Avalanche village, about 28 km west of Ooty in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu. Located within the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department, it encompasses Avalanche Lake, shola forests, grasslands and streams. It is notable for its pristine high-altitude landscape, rich biodiversity, trout fishing, trekking trails and regulated eco-friendly tourism.
Avalanche Lake is a scenic lake located in the Avalanche village in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, about 28 km from Ooty. Formed in 1823 after a landslide dammed mountain streams, it is surrounded by rolling hills, shola forests and grasslands within the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. Known for its tranquil waters, trout fishing, camping and trekking trails, the lake is a protected forest area managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department and requires permission to visit.
Barot Valley is a serene natural destination in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, situated at an elevation of approximately 1,830 meters along the Uhl River. Originally developed in the 1920s for the Shanan Hydro Project, it is now known for trout fishing, trekking, and camping. The valley serves as a gateway to the Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary and offers peaceful surroundings surrounded by the Dhauladhar mountain range.
The Baspa River flows through the Sangla Valley in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, forming a scenic landscape of snow-clad peaks, pine forests, and apple orchards. Originating near the Indo-Tibetan border, it joins the Sutlej River at Karcham. The riverfront near Sangla village is a central natural attraction known for its glacial waters, trout fishing, and riverside camping opportunities. It serves as the lifeline for local villages like Batseri and Rakchham.
Breng Valley is a scenic Himalayan valley in Kokernag area of Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, formed by the Bringhi River. Located about 25 km from Anantnag town, it encompasses Kokernag, Daksum and surrounding meadows and forests. Known for its lush green meadows, dense pine forests, trout streams and the famous Kokernag spring and botanical garden, the valley serves as a gateway to Sinthan Top and is noted for natural beauty and tranquil landscape.
Daksum Valley is a forested mountain valley in Larnoo Tehsil of Anantnag District, Jammu and Kashmir, located along the Bringi River on the Anantnag-Sinthan-Kishtwar road. Situated at about 2,400 metres altitude, it is known for dense coniferous forests, alpine meadows and trout streams. The valley is a tranquil nature destination and serves as a base for treks toward Sinthan Top and the surrounding Himalayan region.
Devikulam is a serene hill station located approximately 8 kilometers from Munnar in the Idukki District of Kerala, situated at an elevation of 1,800 meters above sea level. The town derives its name, meaning Lake of the Goddess, from the legend that Goddess Sita bathed in the sacred Sita Devi Lake here. Surrounded by lush tea plantations and misty mountains of the Western Ghats, Devikulam offers visitors tranquil landscapes, opportunities for trout fishing, trekking through tea estates, and exploration of nearby viewpoints and waterfalls.
Ferozepur Nallah is a scenic mountain stream located near Drung village in Tangmarg, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir. Fed by snowmelt from the Pir Panjal range, it flows through pine forests and rocky terrain before joining Ningle Nallah. Known for its clear cold water, trout fishing and tranquil surroundings, it is a popular picnic and photography spot for visitors travelling between Tangmarg and Gulmarg, especially near the Drung Waterfall.
Great Lake is a large natural freshwater lake on the Central Plateau in Tasmania's Central Highlands, adjacent to the township of Miena. At about 1,030 metres elevation and covering around 176 square kilometres, it is Tasmania's second-largest natural freshwater lake. Augmented by Miena Dam for hydro-electric generation, it is renowned for wild brown and rainbow trout fishing and highland scenery.
Gushaini is a riverside village located in the Tirthan Valley of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, situated at an altitude of approximately 1,500 meters on the banks of the Tirthan River. It serves as the primary gateway and roadhead for accessing the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village is characterized by traditional wooden architecture, dense pine and deodar forests, and trout-rich waters, functioning as a base for trekking, angling, and eco-tourism activities in the region.
Harrietville is a small alpine village in the Alpine Shire of Victoria, Australia, located on the Great Alpine Road along the Ovens River between Bright and Mount Hotham. Set in a forested valley at the edge of the Alpine National Park, it serves as a gateway to Mount Hotham, Mount Feathertop and the Bogong High Plains. Notable for its 19th-century gold mining heritage, trout fishing, bushwalking trails and seasonal snow access.
Jibhi Village is a Himalayan settlement located in the Banjar Valley of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, situated at an elevation of approximately 2,242 meters along the Tirthan River. It serves as a gateway to the Great Himalayan National Park and is surrounded by dense pine and cedar forests. The village is noted for its traditional wooden architecture, proximity to Jalori Pass, and access to trekking routes leading to Serolsar Lake and Chehni Kothi.
Kishanganga River Valley is a scenic Himalayan valley in Gurez Tehsil of Bandipora District, Jammu and Kashmir, centered around the Kishanganga River flowing through Dawar and surrounding villages. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, alpine meadows and dense forests at about 2,400 metres elevation, it is known for its pristine landscape, trout fishing, trekking routes and traditional Dard-Shin villages, accessible seasonally via the Razdan Pass from Bandipora.
Krishansar Lake is a high-altitude alpine oligotrophic lake located at about 3,710 metres near Sonamarg in Ganderbal District, Jammu and Kashmir. Situated on the Kashmir Great Lakes trek route, it is known for its clear blue-green waters, surrounding snow-capped peaks and alpine meadows. The lake is fed by snowmelt, is famous for trout fishing, and is accessible only by trekking during the summer months.
Pabbar Valley is a scenic river valley located in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, centered around the town of Rohru along the Pabbar River. Originating from the Chandernahan Glacier, the valley features dense deodar forests, apple orchards, and traditional villages. It serves as a gateway to high-altitude treks and Chanshal Pass. The region is noted for trout fishing, ancient temples like Hatkoti, and its relatively uncommercialized, quiet Himalayan landscape compared to more frequented tourist destinations.
Sangla Valley, also known as Baspa Valley, is a scenic river valley in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, situated along the Baspa River at an elevation of approximately 2,600 meters. It is renowned for its terraced apple orchards, traditional Kinnauri villages with Kathkuni architecture, and the historic Kamru Fort. The valley serves as a base for trekking routes and offers views of snow-capped peaks, making it a significant natural and cultural destination in the western Himalaya.
Shoja Village is a small hamlet located in the Banjar Valley of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, situated at an elevation of approximately 2,717 meters. Positioned just 5 km from Jalori Pass, it serves as a gateway to the Great Himalayan National Park ecozone and features dense deodar forests, traditional wooden temples, and panoramic Himalayan views. The village is noted for its serene environment, rich biodiversity including the Monal bird, and proximity to attractions like Serolsar Lake and Raghupur Fort.
The Sind River is a major tributary of the Jhelum River flowing through Ganderbal district in Jammu and Kashmir. Originating from the Machoi Glacier near Zoji La at Baltal, it runs about 65 kilometres through the Sind Valley via Sonamarg and Ganderbal before joining the Jhelum at Shadipora. Known for clear glacial waters, trout fishing, and scenic meadows, it is a central natural feature of the Sind Valley landscape.
Tirthan Valley is a river valley in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, centered around the village of Gushaini along the Tirthan River. It serves as a primary gateway to the Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area is characterized by dense forests, trout-filled rivers, apple orchards, and traditional villages. It is notable for eco-tourism, hiking trails, birdwatching, and serving as a base for treks into the park's buffer and core zones.