India's lesser known natural pools to enjoy this summer

August3,2024 Credit: Pixabay

Bhimkund, Madhya Pradesh

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Netravali Bubbling Lake, Goa

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Papanasam Falls, Tamil Nadu

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Chidiya Tapu Beach, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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Nongnah pool, Meghalaya

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Sundarbans Mudflats, West Bengal

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Thommankuthu Falls, Kerala

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Wainganga River Pools, Maharashtra

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Kempty Falls, Uttarakhand

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