5 Places to visit in India before they disappear

Spread over the land of India and Bangladesh, Sundarbans are home to countless bird species and endangered animals including the Royal Bengal Tiger. Sundarbans – A UNESCO World Heritage Site is the world’s largest stretch of mangrove forest. If you are fond of flora and fauna, ensure heading over to Sundarbans before the endangered species become extinct.

The vibrant coral reefs in Lakshadweep underwater makes for a beautiful view but they are under threat due to a number of reasons. Corals get affected by climatic changes very easily which leads to blast fishing, coral mining, and rise of sea levels. So, pack your bags and visit Lakshadweep for an underwater adventure to spot coral reef.

Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand is another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for its diverse hilly flora, this valley comes to life when the snow melts. But, even this Valley has not been spared. Deforestation, rise in tourism, and endless developments have resulted in diminution of this stunning habitat. As rightly said in the past, ‘beauty can be a cruel mistress.’

One of the Asia’s largest fresh water lakes, Wular Lake, is one of the very many attractive destinations in J&K. With the set-up of water sports, Wular Lake has become quite a hot-spot for tourists. Unfortunately, the lake is facing environmental issues like hunting of water birds and pollution. Added to that, the wetland surrounding the lake is resulting in the waterbody to shrink in size.

Found in upper Assam, Majuli is one of the largest river Islands and also the most diverse wildlife regions in India. Home to a number of elephants, tigers, rabbits and various other birds and animals, Majuli is a shrinking Island, all thanks to deforestation. Visit this place while you can since it is likely to submerge in the next 15 to 20 years due to the erosion of Brahmaputra.