Mumbai: As the new year kicks off, digital travel platform Agoda, has revealed the top five emerging destinations in India in its “New Horizons List”. The year-on-year search data has highlighted the destinations that have marked growth in traveller interest.
Ahmedabad led the way, followed by Kodaikanal, Mahabaleshwar, Ooty, and Kochi. These cities reflect a growing interest among Indians to experience local culture and heritage and are increasingly inclined towards picturesque locales.
| INDIA | |
| Destination | per cent increase in searches |
| Ahmedabad | 44 per cent |
| Kodaikanal | 35 per cent |
| Mahabaleshwar | 22 per cent |
| Ooty | 21 per cent |
| Kochi | 19 per cent |
Ahmedabad, the financial capital of Gujarat, has claimed the top spot with a notable 44 per cent increase in searches year-on-year. It is home to the Statue of Unity, the world’s tallest statue and also boasts of a rich cultural and culinary heritage. Ahmedabad has grown in popularity among Indian travellers, and this…
