Though the North East has been perceived as adventurists’ paradise, some of its destinations are perfect for a fun-filled family holiday as well. Therefore, there is no way that you should ignore this region while planning a family vacation in India. All hail to the natural paradise, because northeast states have always been a dream destination for travelers near and far. What is special about North East India is that there is such a magic in the beautiful litigants of the tourist places that people do not forget the experience there after visiting once. It is said that the North-Eastern region is quite advanced for tourism in India. Be it Darjeeling or Imphal and Aizawl or Tawang, all these places attract a lot of tourists. So, are you ready for your Northeast Vacation?
Raise your hands if you are up to exploring the beauty of Northeast states in these top 17 destinations of Northeast India-
- Darjeeling, West Bengal
- Roing, Arunachal Pradesh
- Pelling, Sikkim
- Guwahati, Assam
- Haflong, Assam
- Gangtok, Sikkim
- Shillong, Meghalaya
- Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
- Mokokchung, Nagaland
- Kohima, Nagaland
- Mon, Nagaland
- Majuli, Assam
- Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
- Sivasagar, Assam
- Agartala, Tripura
- Bishnupur, Manipur
- Aizawl, Mizoram
Darjeeling is one of the best places if you are planning to visit North East India with family and friends. Picturesque dense mountains, delightful weather and colonial charm will take your breath away. Darjeeling, the queen of all hill stations’ East of the land, is also famous for its alluring nature landscapes. This delightful destination is not only preferred by families but also honeymoon couples visit this place to cherish some romantic moments. The romance inducing scenic vistas here are a perfect spot for cute pictures with your loved ones.
Darjeeling gets its name from Dorje (thunderbolt) and Linga (place). Darjeeling is strategically very important due to its proximity with the borders of Nepal and Bhutan.
The hill station was popular from the time of British rule. Every year in early summer the Viceroy of India would be taken to Darjeeling as he was so mesmerized by its beauty. So, if you are really planning your North East India tour, include Darjeeling in your travel bucket list.
Best Places to Explore
Here you can see Tea Estate (Tea Garden), Monastery, Batasia Garden, Kanchenjunga View Point, Mahakal Temple, Tenzing Rock, Rope Way and the world’s 14th and India’s highest ‘Ghoom’ railway station. From Darjeeling you can also see Kusong, India and Nepal’s border Mirik.