10 Indian Destinations That Resemble Foreign Locations

Sagar Puri
Apr 21, 2023

Gulmarg, Jammu And Kashmir and Switzerland

J&K is known as the heaven on earth. It looks exactly like Switzerland. The beauty of Gulmarg is a notch above it with its snow-covered peaks, which are comparable to those of Switzerland

Thar Desert, Rajasthan And Sahara Desert, Africa

Great Indian Desert, this northwestern desert covers an area of 77,000 square miles and is the 18th largest and the most densely populated in the world.

Chitrakote Falls, Chhattisgarh And Niagara Falls

This waterfall in Bastar district is 95 feet (29 meters) in height and the widest waterfall in the country. Although about one third less in width, the waterfall is often called the Niagara Falls of India.

Alappuzha, Kerala And Venice, Italy

A beautiful destination in Kerala. You can enjoy panoramic views of lush fields, ducks and birds as you glide through the water, deriving the same pleasure as being in Venice.

Lakshadweep And Maldives

Lakshadweep translates to "a hundred thousand islands." An archipelago, it is the smallest Union Territory of India comprising 36 islands. It is the best alternative for Maldives in India.

Khajjiar, Himachal Pradesh And Switzerland

The dense pine and deodar forests with a lake in between adds to the charm of the hill station popularly known as "Mini Switzerland."

Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand and Antelope Valley California

The Valley of Flowers looks exactly like UNESCO heritage Antelope Valley. It is nothing less than a fairy land with cool breeze, fresh alpine flowers and sounds of nature.

Rann of Kutch, Gujarat and Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, US

Rann, which means “desert” in Hindi is a salt marsh that covers 10,000 square miles. The endless white salt crystals are a sight to behold during the day and enchanting to watch under the stars.

Andaman And Nicobar Islands and Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

Equivalent to the Phi Phi Islands in Thailand, this Indian counterpart is known for its picturesque locations and water sports like scuba diving and snorkeling, among others.

Gurudongmar Lake, Sikkim And Jökulsárlón Lake, Iceland

Gurudongmar Lake situated in the north of the state looks exactly like Jokulasrlon lake in Iceland. Gurudongmar is one of the 15 highest lakes in the world and the second highest in India.

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