The capital city of Delhi offers some of the greatest places to spend your weekends and have fun with friends and family. Mentioned below are the main getaways from Delhi where you can embark to, this weekend.
Rishikesh: Only about 6 hours away from Delhi, Rishikesh is world wide famous for providing spiritual relief as well as the adventure. Not only Indian but the international celebrities including the Beatles have been to this place for meditation. Take a holy dip in the river Ganges which is believed to provide salvation. You can also learn yoga or visit the temple if looking for spiritual relief. And even if you are looking for adrenaline rush then this is the place to be! Go bungee jumping, white water rafting and trekking when in Rishikesh.
Jaipur Pink City: On your trip to the Pink City be ready to be mesmerized by the architectural marvel of Jaipur, its bustling markets and its pink buildings. The city stands for old world charm and romance.Visit the majestic hill top fort of Amber and sit at the bank of lake Mansarovar in Jal Mahal soaking in the mesmerizing beauty all around you. A trip to Jaipur is incomplete without a treat of Rajasthani meal. Enjoy the vegetarian delicacies like ker sangria and gatte ki sabzi and meat dishes like laal maas.
Same Day Delhi to Agra Trip: Only about 3 hours away; Agra along with Delhi and Jaipur form the Golden Triangle. A visit to Taj Mahal is the highlight of any India tour. But there is more to Agra than just Taj Mahal. It is home to a number of wonderful architectural buildings from the times of Mughals. The city alone houses three world heritage sites including Agra fort, Fatehpur Sikri and off course Taj Mahal. Apart from sightseeing, you can also indulge in shopping in the vibrant bazaars of Agra. Try Mughlai food in Agra which boasts of some of the best restaurants serving authentic Mughal cuisine.
Chandigarh: Located at a distance of about 250 km away from Delhi, Chandigarh is famous as ‘The City Beautiful’. The first planned city in India, it was designed by French architect Le Corbusier and one of the best to live. The city is known for its greenery and placid Sukhna Lake which is the most popular picnic place for the locals. Explore its museums like The Evolution of Life Museum and International Dolls Museum and visit the Rock Garden which is most popular here. If you love Punjabi food, then there is no place that serves it better than Chandigarh.
Delhi to Kasauli Trip: At a distance of about 300 km from Delhi, Kasauli is a popular hill station in Himachal Pradesh. Snow-capped peaks, dense forests and a pleasant climate make the place worth visiting. Previously, a summer retreat for Britishers, you will find here the remnants of them in its Victorian architecture and quaint old churches. Hike to famous Monkey Point in Kasauli which offers panoramic view of the surrounding hills.