Abhay Kumar
Overtourism in specific popular destinations is becoming a major nuisance when it comes to relaxing, sightseeing, and truly enjoying your vacation.
Goa is one of the most visited tourist destinations in India. As such, its coastline suffers environmental degradation due to overcrowding and poor management.
With congested traffic, fully occupied hotels, and pollution in the Beas River, visiting Manali in the peak tourist season can quickly become sad.
Unfortunately, the valley's magnificence has started to be overshadowed by the rush of tourists, leading to a rise in plastic waste, price surges, water scarcity, and more.
Varanasi is a spiritual hub that draws devotees from all over the country. During the festive season, crowds can become outright claustrophobic, making navigating difficult.
Jaipur is a favourite with lovers of history and art. In winter, however, landmarks such as Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal are overrun with visitors.
The pristine charm of Shimla’s Mall Road and Kufri has started eroding due to massive foot traffic, littering, & noise pollution, putting a strain on the local ecosystem.
The Taj Mahal is the most visited place in India, and rightfully so. It is beyond glorious. However, overcrowding remains a big challenge.
To escape the summer heat, tourists visit Nainital, but over-tourism contributes to severe traffic jams, overfilled hotels, and pollution.
Even the City of Lakes isn’t safe from the dangers of overtourism. In recent years, Udaipur has struggled with infrastructure strain and ecological imbalance.
Ooty is a highly sought-after tourist destination, but littering in the lake, deforestation to build resorts, and ever-increasing traffic are serious causes for concern.