New Delhi: Now a days people skip commercial stays over traditional stays whenever they plan a trip. They are economically feasible and gives you a feel of traditional customs of the particular place. It also gives us an insight into the local life of the people of a particular holiday destination.

So if you are planning for a trip this winter, here are the best traditional homestays for you to experience in India.

Morung in Nagaland

Morungs are traditional Naga dormitories for bachelors. Now a days, in places like Kisama Heritage Village or Shalom resort in Peren district, you can see these.

Kettuvallam in Kerala

The Kettuvallam houseboats are a treat for tourists. Stay a night or two at these houseboats in the backwaters of Kerala. This is surely one of the best experiences in Kerala.

Shikara, Kashmir

Dal lake’s Shikara rides are popular and famous. They are the stays at one of the Shikara houseboats. Must experience it!

Kath-Kuni homes, Himachal Pradesh

It is a style of architecture, prevalent in Himachal Pradesh, where the houses are made of wood and stone plinths. Naggar in Himachal have many of these traditional homes for homestays.

Bamboo Homestays in Assam

The traditional homes in Assam are mostly on stilts, made of bamboo and thatched roofs. Once you visit Assam, you must try staying a night or two in these bamboo homestays- Diphlu River Lodge can be an option.

Koti Banal in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand’s Koti Banals are said to be earthquake-proof. The style is believed to be more than 900 years old. Visit Thandi and Kamad in Uttarkashi district to witness these fantastic stays.

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