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The long weekend is almost here, have you planned anything yet? Yes, we are talking about the 26th January 2023 Long weekend, for which you just need to apply for 1 leave on Friday, and Jackpot! You will get Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday as the 26th of January this year falls on Thursday.
We are here to motivate you a little to explore the nearby places from Delhi and thank us later. Don't worry if you have not decided where to go, we have shortlisted the best places for you which you can easily cover this long weekend from Delhi.
Perfect Weekend Gateways from Delhi:
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand:
Rishikesh is probably the best place to go on a weekend from Delhi, as it is for everyone, it offers a lot of adventure activities for adventure seekers including, trekking, river rafting, bungee jumping, etc. It offers spirituality and Yoga for peace seekers, it offers a lot of religious places for people who love to connect with god for their inner peace.
Rishikesh is well connected from Delhi and daily busses are running or you can also go via car. Go visit and explore this place for 3-4 days and come back with a calm mind rather than binge-watching that series at home.
Distance from Delhi to Rishikesh: Approximately 250 Km (5-6 hours)
Agra, Uttar Pradesh:
They have Paris, we have Agra, A Symbol of Love. Pack your bags and go explore Agra along with the world-famous and UNESCO World heritage site Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. Take a slow trip and see the beauty of the Taj Mahal and fall in love with this marvel.
Other attractions in Agra to explore are Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Jama Masjid, Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb, Moti Masjid, Akbar's Tomb, Sikandra Fort, etc.
Distance from Delhi to Agra: Approximately 245 km (4-5 hours)
Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand:
Ah! This one is pretty interesting for wildlife lovers and nature lovers both. Plan to visit Jim Corbett national park with your gang and see nature closely. Feel the air of Uttarakhand, get that thrill, stay in jungle properties, and if lucky enough, spot a Tiger.
The park is home to a wide variety of animal species including the Bengal tiger, leopard, elephant, chital, sambar, nilgai, gharial, and king cobra. It also has over 600 species of birds and over 25 species of reptiles.
Distance from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park: 255 km (6-7 hours)
Jaipur, Rajasthan:
The capital of the Indian state of Rajasthan is Jaipur, which is commonly referred to as the "Pink City." It is renowned for having a dynamic past and a rich cultural heritage. The Hawa Mahal, the City Palace, and the Jantar Mantar are just a few of the magnificent temples, forts, and palaces the city is renowned for.
The lively markets in Jaipur, such as the Johari Bazaar and the Bapu Bazaar, are another draw for tourists looking to purchase traditional Rajasthani fabrics, jewelry, and handicrafts. A broad variety of traditional Rajasthani cuisines are available for visitors to enjoy in Jaipur, which is also renowned for its thriving food culture.
Other places you can consider visiting from Delhi on weekends are Nainital, Mussoorie, Sariska Tiger Reserve, Kasauli, Shimla, Lansdowne, Pushkar, Dharamshala & Mcleodganj, Auli, Neemrana, Rajasthan, etc.
