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India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Since ancient times, India has had many diplomatic relationships with other countries in the world. Although these relationships were mainly focused on trade practices, religious and cultural exchange has also led to influencing and strengthening our relationships with foreign countries. Even in today’s times, India has strong diplomatic relationships with many major and minor countries. Usually, when we travel to a foreign country, we need a visa to enter the country. But, in some countries, any Indian citizen has the right to travel without a visa! Yes, you read it right. Currently, India’s passport ranking (the ranking is based on how strong the diplomatic relations are) is 84 and a person carrying an Indian passport can travel visa-free to 57 countries.
Here are the Top 5 destinations where you can travel visa-free.
Bhutan
Located on the ridges of the Himalayas, this neighbouring country is unique in terms of culture and environment. Bhutan is well known for its environmental conservation and is the only country in the world that is carbon negative. Travellers from India can enter and travel around Bhutan without a visa and Indian currency has a legal tender in the country. This means that you can make transactions in the country using Indian currency. The best time to visit this place is during spring and winter.
Nepal
Another neighbouring country, Nepal is a country nestled in the Himalayas between India and China. Although a small country, it boasts its diverse terrain and rich culture. Nepal’s geography contains fertile plains, forested hills, and eight of the world’s ten tallest mountains, including Mount Everest. This place is like heaven to trekking enthusiasts and should not miss it. Indians do not need a visa to enter and stay in the country, however, if you are planning to permanently stay there, you need to have documents like a passport, ration card, or an ID issued by the Embassy of India in Kathmandu.
Seychelles
Seychelles is a country with an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean. It is a stunning,untouched country with pristine beauty and adequately protected land areas and coral reefs. The main attraction of this place is endemic wildlife spotting, and eco-tourism and is a perfect location for family trips and nature enthusiasts. Indians need no visa to enter this country and the best time to visit this place is between April and May and between September and October months.
Svalbard
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Wish to see the North Pole? Visit Svalbard. Located in the north of mainland Europe, Svalbard is an archipelago situated in the Arctic Ocean, halfway between Norway and the Arctic pole. Although the place is covered with snow the entire year, this place gives you an astounding experience of various seasons. The main seasons of this country are the Polar Summer, the Northern Lights Winter, and the Sunny Winter. Trekking enthusiasts can trek along the trails of Hiorthfjellet Mountain, which provides stunning views of Longyearbyen and the Adventfjord. Other activities like Ice cave adventures, Snowmobile safari, Sledding, and Sea Kayaking also attract a lot of tourist attractions.
Trinidad and Tobago
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Trinidad and Tobago (formerly known as the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago) is an island country located on the southeastern coast of the West Indies. It is one of the wealthiest countries in the Caribbean, owing to its large oil and gas reserves. The major population in these islands is Indians and the locals celebrate Indian religious festivals like Holi, Diwali, and Eid. You can visit the famous Maracas Bay, Trinidad’s one of famous beaches. Asa Wright Nature Centre and Lodge, located on 1,500 acres of dense forest in the Arima and Aripo Valleys, is a paradise for bird enthusiasts. Species like Hummingbirds, Woodcreepers, Pygmy Owls, Trogons, and the rare Nocturnal Oilbird can be found in this place. You can also enjoy water sports like stand-up paddle boating, kayaking, and snorkelling at Pigeon Point in Tobago. Travelling is a therapeutic experience. It fills our souls. Experiencing new cultures and new terrains gives us a sense of liveliness in our otherwise boring life. Though borders restrict us, our minds shouldn’t. Every country in this world should strive to improve and maintain a healthy relationship with other fellow countries, so that one day, they don’t have to restrict anyone to come to their land, marvel their culture, and spreading it to the world.
Written by : Ashwathi Anoopkumar
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Ashwathi Anoopkumar is a student pursuing her Master’s degree in Mass Communication
and Journalism. She has a content writing experience of 1.8 years and has written for
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