Weekend getaways are important for those who work heavily during the weekdays. They offer quick relaxation and really help in getting back into the right frame of mind to handle the next week's workload. But due to the limited amount of time you have, these destinations need to be close by. You don't want to spend most of your valuable weekend travelling. Here's a list of great weekend getaways that aren't too far away from Delhi.
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Mandawa is an awesome place to experience the Rajasthani flavour without going too deep into the state. A brilliant castle, old havelis, diverse shopping spots, art galleries, and much more await you at this beautiful weekend destination. You can reach this town in five and a half hours if you take NH 9.
Manesar is situated in the state of Haryana and due to its proximity to Gurgaon, it has recently turned into a hub that's filled with factories, offices, hotels, IT parks, and educational institutes. What makes it worthy of a weekend trip is this place's rustic charm and the calmness in the air. You can also find luxurious and fun resorts here.
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Another awesome destination in Rajasthan that is easily accessible from Delhi for a weekend getaway is Alwar. It's just 164kms away and you can reach it in just about 4 hours. Alwar has been around since ancient times and its history is visible in each and every corner of this destination. If the beautiful Bhangarh Fort and the excellently engineered Bala Quila Fort don't impress you, plan a tour to the Sariska National Park, where thrilling safaris await you.
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Sohna is 63.7kms and a mere 2 hour drive from Delhi, if the traffic is not too dense. Its best attractions include the hot springs situated along the foothills of the Aravalis. The Damdama Lake, with its boating and picturesque surroundings is also a magnificent spot to visit. And once you're done with that, you can marvel at the Lal Gumbaz and Kala Gumbaz of Sohna, which house a 400-year-old tomb called Lal Gumbad.
The fifteenth-century Neemrana Fort Palace will mesmerize you with its beauty. If you have the money to spend, you can also choose to stay here as it has now been turned into a luxury hotel. Neemrana is just a few kilometres away from the border of Haryana so Delhiites can easily reach this place within 3 hours by road. During your stay, do not miss the famous Flying Fox zipline tour, which offers a spectacular view of the location and gives you a truly thrilling experience.
We hope those are enough choices for you to pick from. The next time you and your friends or family are planning a weekend getaway from Delhi, choose from any one of these destinations blindly. Do remember to plan ahead as the short nature of weekend trips doesn't leave one with much extra time to deal with unexpected scenarios.
