India, Nov. 23 -- The poor air quality in the national capital is pushing people to pack their bags and run to nearby tourist spots. With the annual wedding season in full swing right now, it is also the anniversary season for a lot of couples. Many of them look forward to celebrating the milestone at places where nobody is checking an AQI app between conversations. What you really want on a romantic trip is calm, space, and a slower rhythm that does not feel choreographed.

India has plenty of pockets like that if you skip the familiar big-name spots. These locations stay low on AQI and high on mood, making them ideal for couples who want something intimate without trying too hard.

Tucked in Assam's soft foothills, Guwahati feels like a...