‘The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.’
— Augustine of Hippo
Humans are social animals. We thrive in group settings and love to be in company of other people. We form institutions wherever we go, at home we have our families and outside our homes we have our friends which are our chosen family. With all these relations come expectations and obligations and many a times we fail to fulfill all of them. This is where pressure starts to build up and we start becoming slaves to this need for pleasing people.
As much as we need company for survival, we need to be alone for our growth. Many people take solo trips as a way to find themselves and see them for what they are without the unnecessary social pressure. Solo traveling is a very intimidating concept for many, yet it is something that we need to experience for ourselves to understand its importance. When you are on your own on the road you have plenty of time to think about your choices and decisions and clear out your mind.
With that being said, solo traveling has started to gain popularity and is a highly preferred traveling option in the travel community. If you are new to this idea or want to take your first solo trip but don’t know where to go, this might be the article for you.
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I have made a list of the most ideal destinations for solo trips in India so keep on reading.
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
Rishikesh is known as the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’ making it the perfect place for self-discovery. You will find many travelers from all over the world touring this holy city to find some inner peace and calm. Rishikesh has so much to offer apart from the spiritual aspect, it also is a hub for adventure activities. From bungee jumping to paragliding, this city has it all. Rishikesh holds a significant importance for believers and Hindu pilgrims.
Pondicherry
Pondicherry is the perfect place for travelers that have always wanted to go abroad. This place will give you a taste of what it’s like being in France with all the architecture and the food that draws so much from French culture. It is a very safe destination which makes it ideal for solo travelers. Pondicherry will show you a never seen before version of India with the serene beaches and breath-taking sunrises.
Mumbai, Maharashtra
This list would be incomplete if Mumbai was not a part of it. You will find things to do at any point of the day be it at 3 in the morning or 4 in the afternoon. You will always be surrounded by people. There is something for every traveler. From night clubs to amusement parks to historic places you will not be out of options while you are in the city. The hustle bustle of the city will make you realize how small any of your worries are. The fast-paced life of Mumbai waits for no one so you better keep it moving once you are here!
Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Ooty, also known as the ‘Queen of the hill stations’ is the perfect destination for nature lovers. With green mountains, rivers, tea plantations, hill stations and so much more, Ooty’s beauty knows no bounds. Another reason to visit Ooty is the perfect temperature and pleasant weather all year round. Apart from enjoying the natural beauty, you can go on a toy train ride, go boating on Ooty Lake or even take a tour of the tea plantations.
Goa
We all know Goa for being the ultimate party destination in India, but Goa is so much more than that. The unbothered lifestyle of Goa is definitely going to take your troubles away while you are here. Goa is an ideal destination for solo travelers to meet like-minded people and have a good time. Goa offers a bunch of water sports options so all you water babies can have a gala time.
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Author : Rachel D’souza
