Kud

Kud is a hill town in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located at a distance of 103 km from Jammu. Kud lies at an altitude of 1738 m and is located on the way to Patnitop from Jammu and Katra. The prime attraction of Kud is the mesmerizing natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Surrounded by majestic hills and lush green forests, Kud is the perfect destination for nature lovers.

How to Reach

The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi. Kud is 103 km from Jammu. You can hire a car from Jammu to reach Kud. Kud is also easily accessible from Patnitop.

Where to Stay

JKTDC Tourist Bungalow. Tel: (0191) 2579554. Tariff - Double Bed Rs. 1000-2000.

Kunzum

Kunzum Pass is a high mountain pass located in the Eastern Kunzum Range of the Himalayas. The Kunzum Pass lies at an altitude of 4551 m above sea level and connects the Lahaul Valley with the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh. The sky blue backdrop with the mesmerizing view of the Bara-Sigri and Chota-Sigri Glaciers makes Kunzum a heaven for tourists. There is a temple dedicated to Kunzum Mata which is a must see. A 8 km trek from the Kunzum Pass leads one to the Chandratal Lake which is situated at a height of 14,100 ft. The best time to visit Kunzum Pass is during the months of June to September.

Kunzum Pass

How to Reach

The nearest major railway station is Kalka. Kalka enjoys excellent rail connectivity with Delhi and other parts of the country. Toy trains, buses and cars are available from Kalka to reach Shimla. Hired cars are available from Shimla to reach Kaza. Kunzum is 78 km from Kaza.

Where to Stay

There are no accommodation options at Kunzum. Alternatively you can stay at Keylong.
Hotel Valley View. Tariff - Rs. 1000. Tel: (01900) 222666.
Hotel Snow Land. Tariff - Rs. 650-850. Tel: (01900) 222219.

Tyda

Tyda is a delightful tourist destination located in the Eastern Ghats region of Andhra Pradesh. The place is situated in a calm and peaceful environment surrounded by trees and forests. At a height of 1520 ft above sea level, Tyda offers amazing views of the undulating hills and lush greenery of the Eastern Ghats. The Visakhapatnam-Kirandul rail line is also visible from the hill top. The picturesque Tyda Railway station is worth seeing. Adventure lovers can go for a 12 km trek to Katiki Waterfalls. The beauty of the waterfalls increases after the monsoon. Other attractions near Tyda are Ananthagiri Hills, Ananthagiri Coffee Plantation and Borra Guhalu.

How to Reach

The nearest major city is Visakhapatnam which is well connected with the rest of the country. Tyda is 75 km from Visakhapatnam. You can reach Tyda from Visakhapatnam by hired car, bus or train.

Where to Stay

Jungle Bells Nature Camp. Tariff - Rs. 2000-2500. Tel: (0891) 2788820.

Kewzing

Kewzing is a small village located 5 km from Ravangla in South Sikkim. Situated at an altitude of 4600 ft, the village is mostly inhabited by the Bhutia tribes. The scenic view of Mt. Narsing and Kabru mountain range is probably the main attraction of the place. There are a number of monasteries in and around the village which are worth seeing. You can also visit the Ralang Monastery, Tibetan Carpet Centre and Rayong Sunrise Point. Another great attraction of Kewzing is the Rangit Water World and the Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary. At Rangit Water World, one can go for river rafting, boating or just picnic on the banks of the Rangit Dam. The view of the lush green valleys of Sikkim from Kewzing is amazing. Kewzing is also a paradise for bird watchers.

How to Reach

The nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri. Cars and shared jeeps are plying from New Jalpaiguri and Siliguri to reach Ravangla. Hired cars are available from Ravangla to reach Kewzing.

Where to Stay

Bon Farmhouse. Tariff - Rs. 4000-4800. Tel: 9735900165.

Aru Valley

Aru Valley is located at a distance of 12 km from Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. The place is also called Aru Reserved Forest. It lies at an altitude of 2690 m above sea level. The scenic beauty of the valley is mesmerizing. Aru Valley offers a stunning view of the snow capped mountain peaks. The view of the lush green valley of West Lidder river is awe inspiring. There are several waterfalls which add to the beauty of the place. You can also take a horse ride to Kolohoi Glaciers, 36 km from Aru Valley. The Kolohoi Glaciers is the source of the Lidder river.

Aru Valley

How to Reach

The nearest railway station is Udhampur which is well connected to various parts of the country. Buses and cars are plying from Udhampur to Pahalgam. Hired cars are available from Pahalgam to get to Aru Valley.

Where to Stay

There are several accommodation options at Pahalgam.

Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary

Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Baragarh district of Odisha. It spans over an area of 347 sq km. The sanctuary is situated in a calm and pleasing environment at a distance of 50 km from the town of Sambalpur. The vegetation primarily consists of mixed deciduous trees and shrubs. Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a variety of wildlife including tiger, leopard, elephant, sloth bear, sambar, chital, gaur and Nilgai. Since the sanctuary lies in close proximity to the Hirakud Dam, it attracts a number of migratory birds such as Crested Serpent Eagle and Chousingha. Mugger crocodiles and turtles also reside in this forest.

Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary

How to Reach

The nearest railhead is Sambalpur which enjoys good rail connectivity with the rest of the country. Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is 50 km from Sambalpur.

Where to Stay

You can stay at the Forest Rest Houses in Dhodrokusum and Dechua. Accommodation is also available at the Tourist Cottage at Chaurasimal.