It is often boring to go with the flow. Isn’t it? One google search would present you with the creme de la creme places to visit in India, but it is so monotonous of man to trot these popular and common places, where every vacation one is bound to find a hell lot of noisy crowd, clicking selfies, talking over food. Why not try something new, something less popular and obscure?

This vacation, if you are on the verge of catching a Delhi to Jaipur taxi, as is the case with most of the people, catch an Udaipur to Mount Abu taxi. If you were thinking of taking a taxi to Manali, forget about the idea, and think of making your way to Spiti. The vast land of India has a lot to offer besides these mainstream places. And even the obscure ones are bound to woo your heart.

This article will give you a glimpse of all those places, far from the common eye, which you can visit with your family and friends. Check.

• Gavi: Well, the forest cover in India has plummeted manifold over the past few decades, with the cities’ mushrooming on the landscape. If you want to have a good time amidst the tropical forest cover in India, visit Gavi in the Idukki district of Kerala, where you can bask amidst the lush greenery of the tall trees, and the enchanting atmosphere it offers. However, it is advisable to take prior permission for the entry in the forest as it is restricted due to the Periyar Tiger Reserve.

• Pondicherry: Witness the chunk of French architecture and culture, while living in India itself. Visit the land of Pondicherry and feel the touch of the French world in this Union Territory of India. The place is extremely calm and serene, with a pleasant atmosphere all throughout the year. It is dotted with beaches, and make a perfect spot for vacation, for all those, seeking some respite from the ear chewing world.

• Gokarna: Plan a religious visit to Gokarna, one of the popular temple towns of India, in the state of Karnataka. The place is famous among the devotees of Lord Shiva and there is a popular Shiv Lingam here, where every year millions of tourists as well as worshippers come and do their offering. The place is also perfect for the solace seekers, where the can disconnect from the e-world and have a soothing time on the beaches.

• Mount Abu: Mount Abu is a perfect spot you can visit in any of the weekend, with your family or friends. It is an extremely serene hill station, and the only hill station in Rajasthan. The picturesque beauty of the Aravalli Range morphing with the azure clouds, will take you aback. You can do trekking here, and also go about boating in the Nakki lake, praying in the famous Dilwara Jain Temples and watching the enchanting sunrise and sunset at the Sunrise Point. If you are on your tour to Udaipur, Mount Abu is the best place to go along with it, if you can extend your vacation period. Udaipur to  Mount Abu distance is 164 km, and a 2-3 hours journey will land you in the beautiful hill station.