'Aashraya on the Ganga' is a sustainable homestay in Rishikesh featuring dry stone and wood from a car showroom. But its sustainability spills beyond the architecture and into a forest thriving with thousands of fruit trees.
Skip the overcrowded hill stations this summer and explore six of India’s most refreshing hidden gems, from the snow-draped peaks of Munsiyari to the forested calm of Dhanachuli. Enjoy cool climates, serene landscapes, and a side of India untouched by mass tourism.
Looking for the best homestays in Uttarakhand? Delhi's Ashish Verma moved to Jilling to build 'The Nanda Stone', a mud homestay that offers all the joys of living in the mountains.