India, Oct. 14 -- Come vacation season in India, we start planning our holidays. In summer, thoughts often turn to exotic destinations like England, Switzerland, France, Italy, Spain, or the US. During winter, we dream of tropical paradises in Bali, Maldives, or Thailand. But what if we told you that India itself holds hidden gems resembling these sought-after international spots?

That's right-places like Shillong and Coorg evoke the charm of Scotland, while a visit to the Sunderbans can transport you straight to Brazil's Amazon jungles. Picture Khajjiar in Himachal Pradesh or Aru Valley in Kashmir, and you may forget Switzerland entirely. These offbeat Indian destinations, tucked away from the media spotlight, offer breathtaking beauty ...