Best Weekend Destinations near Delhi
Are you planning to spend this weekend away from your home in Delhi? We all know how hectic and levying it can be living in a metropolitan city like Delhi. You have to follow that typical 9-to-5 schedule that makes an individual so exhausted that he is left with no other option to rejoice than complete sleep. But there is something, which can really help to boost the energy level again, i.e. vacation. However, since we are given only two days off on weekend, people staying in Delhi are bound to plan something within the range of these days.
One can find an ample amount of destinations for weekend trips near Delhi. Whether you want to enjoy a peaceful weekend at hill station, a sound time near to the lakes and rivers, want outdoor thrilling adventure, a weekend full of camping, jungle safari or cultural sights, there are numerous locations nearby Delhi. Therefore, if you want back the balance of your life and have some fun and enjoyment pack your bags and escape from the hustle-bustle of this city. Check out the list for picking a perfect location for your weekend trip.
Alwar, Rajasthan
Located in the traditional beauty of Rajasthan, Alwar is a truly a weekend gateway for Delhi localites. You can enjoy the rejoicing break that takes you amidst rivers, monuments, and heritage scenic views. There are several different locations you can enjoy and visit being at Alwar. Some of those include Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Alwar or BalaQuila Fort, Siliserh Lake Palace, Neelkant Mahadev Temple, Moosi Maharani Ki Chhatri, The Palace Museum, Sarafa Bazaar, Churi Market, Karni Mata Temple and many more. The place is just 164 kilometres away from the periphery of Delhi.
Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
Mathura is one of the topmost tourist attractions of India not only for the tourists from all over India but from those from outside the country. It can be a great choice if you want to spend your 2 days weekend in this pilgrimage.
You can plan a thrilling vacation full of amazement by visiting so many tourist attractions including Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, Vishram Ghat, Rangji Mandir, Radha Kund, Kusum Sarovar, Radha Vallabh Temple, Mathura Museum, and several other temples. If you want, you can extend your trip to Vrindavan and Gokul.
Vrindavan has exquisite destinations like Prem Mandir, Bankey Bihari Temple, Radha Raman Temple, Nidhivan, Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple, others. Gokul can help you rejoice the childhood of Shree Krishna with the places like Brahmanand Ghat, Yogmaya Temple, Shri Nand Bhawan, Vasudevji Temple, and some other temples.
Visiting these places will give you spiritual vibes and enlightenment to your soul. This holy city is about 145 km from Delhi.
Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Haridwar or Hari ka Dwar (door to God) welcomes its tourists or devotees with the clangs of the bells ringing in the temples, Ghats and the priests enchanting the religious mantras. It is one of the prominent sacred places of India. You can find the “Panch Teerth” or five peregrinations that comprises of Har Ki Pauri or Gangadwara, Kushwart Ghat, Kankhal, Biswas Teerth or Mansa Devi, and Neel Parvat or Chandi Devi. There are some other attractions of the city; you can visit like Darsha Mahadev Temple, Pavan Dham, and Maya Devi Temple. You can also find the replica of Vaishno Devi Temple of Jammu, built for those who might not have been able to visit the place at Jammu. You can also visit Crystal World, Patanjali Yogpeeth, and check out the exotic birds at Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar, or at other sanctuaries.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Visiting Agra is one of the best decisions you could make for your vacation since it is the most budgeted trip ever. With different beautiful monuments, you can fully enjoy the trip of two days here. There are people who even go for a road trip from Delhi to Agra in most weekends. Different tourist attractions in Agra are Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Jama Masjid, Jodha Bai Ka Rauza, Mehtab Bagh, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb, Sikandra Fort, Gurudwara Guru Ka Taal and many more. The way through Yamuna Expressway has made it easier to reach Agra covering the 232 km.
Ramnagar, Jim Corbett, Uttarakhand
Ramnagar of Jim Corbett, which is 269 km away from Delhi, has been a renowned stopover for the tourists going to visit Jim Corbett National Park. If you are a Wildlife lover, you must visit the place to spot more than 650 different varieties of rare and migratory birds and more than 50 species of mammals. The park is closed between the span of July to October during the monsoon season.
The Jim Corbett National Park established in 1936, was earlier known as “Hailey National Park”, and was later named after “Jim Corbett”, a famous hunter and environmentalist. Project Tiger was first introduced at Jim Corbett in 1973. You can visit Corbett Waterfall, Garjia Temple, Corbett Museum, Jhirna, Durga Mandir, Sitabani Temple, Kalagarh Dam and many other tourist spots.
Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh
Located in Shivalik range, 289 kilometres away from Delhi, Kasauli is a small but beautiful hill station near to Delhi and Chandigarh. You can enjoy and witness the beauty of mesmerizing sunset here in the lap of nature. You must give a try to this place in any of your weekend trips. You can find amazing places here like Monkey Point, Sunset Point, Christ Church, The Mall Road, Gurkha Fort, Sunrise Point, Barog, and some others too. You can enjoy trekking, or sightseeing walk into the nature. An evening spent at Hangout Bar can be night well spent. You can enjoy a toy train ride here in Kasauli and end your trip with a short shopping trip while enjoying the amazing Tibetan cuisine available in Kasauli.