Forget Europe, Explore These 7 Indian Spots With Similar Vibes
These seven Indian destinations offer European vibes without leaving the country — from Kashmir’s Swiss charm to Pondicherry’s French streets and Coorg’s Scottish hills.
1. Kashmir - India's Switzerland Kashmir is as beautiful as the Alps with rolling hills, snowy mountains, and lakes that reflect the mountains. The ski slopes of Gulmarg with their houseboats on Dal Lake make this paradise play the soulful Indian tune to the heart of Europe. (Image: Canva)
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2. Pondicherry - the French Riviera of India. Pondicherry has a strong French feel with cobblestone roads, pastel villas, and cafes located at the seashores. Its golden beaches and the architectural designs of its colonies form an ideal combination of European beauty and Indian hospitality. (Image: Canva)
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3. Coorg, Karnataka - India's Scotch The Coorg feels like the Scottish Highlands with its endless green hills, coffee estates and misty mornings. This serene climate and its homestays provide that experience of the serene countryside. (Image: Canva)
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4. Shillong, Meghalaya- India's Ireland Shillong has a hint of Ireland provided by rolling hills, pine forests and limitless greenery. The combination of rain-dipped sceneries, culture of music and allure makes it one of the most soulful towns of India. (Image: Canva)
5. Auli, Uttarakhand- India, Austria Auli is a reflection of the Austrian Alps with alpine meadows and white slopes. It is the ultimate winter fairytale in India with skiing escapades, timber lodges, and a panoramic view of the Nanda Devi. (Image: Canva)
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6. Leh-Ladakh - India's Iceland It has lunar landscapes, glacial lakes and surreal silence, which make Ladakh look like Iceland. Pangong Lake and the broad valleys make this world magical and distant. (Image: Canva)
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7. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu- India's Italy Curvy roads, quaint lakes, and cottages of the colonial era make Kodaikanal appear like the hill towns of Tuscany. It is the romantic European getaway to South India with local cheese stores and green vineyards. (Image: Canva)
