3. McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh
Nestled beautifully amidst snow-peaked Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas, McLeod Ganj is a picturesque tiny town, famous as the official residence of His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama in India. Home to a huge number of Tibetans (in exile) including monks and nuns, McLeod Ganj is also a hippie trail.
Spirituality and Buddhism being the strongest pull for the tourists from all over the world, the atmospheric yet crowded town often leads to contemplation. Surrounded by hills, filled with the enchanting sounds of gongs and Buddhist temples, McLeod Ganj is often regarded by the travelers as one of the life changing places in India.