Weekend Getaways

Today when most people in urban cities are caught up in their busy schedules, weekend getaways are a best and quick way of providing relaxation. Heading off to some of the popular weekend getaways nearby your town has become the best way to get out of mundane routine and rejuvenate.

India is blessed with a whole lot of amazing places where you can enjoy with family and loved ones and find peace. Places set against a backdrop of bright colors and a grand history, this is North India. Culturally the Northern part of the country is vivid in culture and so one gets to see a splendid mix of various cultures at the places here.

Some of the best options as a weekend getaway in North India are:

Delhi
Delhi is the Capital city of India; a modern metropolitan city with a historic past. For traditional bazaars to malls, historic monuments, parks, spiritual centres, Delhi is a must visit destination. Qutub Minar, Red Fort, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, Delhi Hat, Lotus Temple, Lodi Garden, Jantar Mantar and lots of museums, all of this should not be missed out while you are in Delhi.

Agra
With what is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal to its credit, Agra is perhaps the most prominent destination to visit for a weekend getaway. Located on the banks of River Yamuna, it is also known as the land of palaces. The tombs, forts and palaces of Agra are very popular with tourists for its intricate and elaborate work. Agra is not only famous for its Mughal art and culture but is also known for its food, chat, and the famous Panchi ka Petha. Other attractions to look out for in Agra are Buland Darwaza, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort, Sikandra and many more.

Rajasthan
One of the largest states, Rajasthan is known for its cultural heritage and deserts. The land of the Rajputs, the state is famous for its majestic havelis, grand palaces, forts and other architectural wonders. The state has many exciting places to visit; the hill station Mount Abu, the pink city Jaipur, the city of lakes Udaipur, holy pilgrimage of Pushkar, the blue city Jodhpur, Bikaner and Jaisalmer. Go for a camel safari on the deserts and enjoy the rural life of the state.

Jammu and Kashmir
If there is a paradise on Earth; it is indeed here at Jammu and Kashmir. One of the most attractive, beautiful and serene places to visit, the pleasant climate, mountains, lakes, valleys, gardens, apple orchards all of these are the prominent features of the place. Some of the must visit destinations are Ladakh, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Dal lake, Mughal Garden, Patnitop, Kargil, Pangong Lake and many more that attracts all due to their natural beauty.

Bringing a unique freshness to your daily routine, weekend getaways are great for locals and those who are travelling with a restricted amount of time on their hands.  North India offers a rich variety of options that encompass natural beauty, away from the crowd and luxurious pampering.