If you are new to the capital city of India as a student or an employee or a tourist, then you will be looking for places to visit during your stay. Delhi is not only famous for food, fashion shopping malls and IAS institutes, but it has lots of places one can visit and roam around.
1- Kurukshetra
It is at a distance of 155 km from Delhi located in the state of Haryana. This place is popular due to its historical significance, and it has been mentioned in the holy book Bhagavad Gita for the place that was chosen for the great Kurukshetra War. If you are in Kurukshetra, you can also visit some popular attractions such as Bhishma Kund, Kalpana Chawla Planetarium, Brahma Sarovar, Birla Mandir and many more.
2- Neemrana
It is located in the state of Rajasthan at a distance of 130 km from Delhi. This quaint historical place is popularly known as the mini Japan of India due to the influence of Japanese companies and culture. You can come across Japanese names being dotted in most of the places in its vicinity.
3- Alwar
Alwaris situated in the state of rajasthan at a distance of 160 km from Delhi. This place is infamous for the most haunted place, Bhangarh. Alwar has many historical places, lakes and temples as tourist attractions.
4- Mathura-Vrindavan
These two places are related to the popular deity, Lord Krishna. Mathura is a district of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh whereas Vrindavan is a city in Mathura. The birth place of Lord Krishna was in Mathura while he grew up in Vrindavan. Don’t forget to try some famous sweets made from milk, especially the Peda of Mathura.
Alwaris situated in the state of rajasthan at a distance of 160 km from Delhi. This place is infamous for the most haunted place, Bhangarh. Alwar has many historical places, lakes and temples as tourist attractions.
5- Sariska National Park
Sariska National Park is located in Alwar district of Rajasthan at a distance of 203 km from Delhi. This place is a must visit place for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Apart from variety of flora and fauna, Sariska is famous for Tiger reserve.
6- Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
If you love birding or want to spend your time exploring a larger number of birds species along with the natural beauty, then Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is the place you must visit. It is also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park and has achieved the UNESCO World Heritage tag. This is a perfect place for a weekend visit which is located at a distance of 222 km from Delhi.
7- Haridwar-Rishikesh
Haridwar and Rishikesh are two important pilgrimage destination for many devotees who want to take a dip in the holy river, Ganga. Rishikesh is considered as the Yoga capital of the world, and it attracts many Yoga lovers around the world. This is the best weekend destination for many recreational activities as well.
8- Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park, located under the foothills of the mighty Himalays range, is spread across 820 km² area covering parts of three districts of Uttarakhand. It is popular for the tiger reserve and blessed to have a variety of flora and fauna. A must visit weekend destination for nature and animal lovers.
9- Jim Corbett National Park
This is one of the oldest national Park of India located in the state of Uttarakhand at a distance of 248 km from Delhi. It is popularly known for housing the endangered Bengal tiger. You can plan for a weekend trip with your friend to spend some adventurous time at this place.
10- Nahan
This is a town situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh at a distance of 248 km from Delhi. This hill town is the best summer destination to keep yourself away from the blazing sun and to enjoy the verdant view of its surroundings.
