Stargazing On Your Mind? These Indian Places Are Where You Should Head To

Stargazing On Your Mind? These Indian Villages Are Where You Should Head To

1. Coorg, Karnataka

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2. Rann of Kutch, Gujarat

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3. Tarkarli, Maharashtra

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4. Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh

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5. Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

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6. Sonmarg, Jammu & Kashmir

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7. Pangong Tso Lake, Ladakh

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8. Matheran, Maharashtra

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