Jan 19, 2024, 01:32 PM IST

8 places in India where humans are banned 

Varnika Srivastava

Here are a few places in India where humans are banned. 

Bhangarh in Rajasthan is regarded as one of India's most haunted places, and locals and authorities ask visitors to not to come to fort after sunset.

Access to the Sentinel Islands is restricted in order to safeguard the Sentinalese, an isolated indigenous tribe. Since the tribe is uncontacted and has a history of hostility toward outsiders, humans are not permitted there.

Andaman and Nicobar, apart from Sentinel Islands, have biosphere reserves designated to protect fragile ecosystems and unique biodiversity, including rare species, as humans are not allowed there. 

There are reports of paranormal activity in the West Bengal region known as the Dow Hills. Although you are welcome to visit this location, the locals will undoubtedly not be pleased with you because they believe the area is haunted. 

The stunning Pangong Lake is a sight to behold, but for military and strategic purposes, the upper portions of the lake are off-limits to people. Because of the region's proximity to the delicate India-China border, access is restricted to maintain security. 

Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest peak, holds significant religious and cultural importance for the Sikkimese people, requiring experienced mountaineers with special permits for climbing.

Barren Island, a volcanic island without permanent settlements due to geothermal activity and eruption risk, is strictly prohibited for visitor safety.

Bhabha atomic elite nuclear research facility is utterly off-limits to the public and is a high-security area