8 Indian villages that feel straight out of a fairytale and are perfect for a slow travel escape
A ferry ride across the Brahmaputra takes travellers into a completely different world. Majuli, the world’s largest river island, is where slow travel truly begins. There are no busy city roads, no rush, and barely any noise apart from birds, river winds, and bicycle bells.
The island is known for its ancient Satras or Neo-Vaishnavite monasteries, traditional mask-making villages, and Mishing tribal communities living in bamboo stilt houses. Rent a bicycle, explore paddy fields, watch cultural performances, and enjoy magical sunsets by the riverbanks.
Visit between October and March, especially during the Raas festival season. Reaching Majuli itself feels like part of the adventure with a ferry ride from Nimati Ghat near Jorhat.
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