Weekend Getaways From Top Indian Cities

If you are envisioning a weekend getaway from Indian cities, here are some alluring places in India that we bring out for you. India is distinctive in many ways. The most culturally manifold country, India, is a global pleasure. It has multiple religions, languages, cuisines, traditions, rituals and music styles. The foremost thing followed here is spirituality and unity, which captivates everybody.

India is the most populated country in the world and progressing by leaps and bounds day by day.

Here are some places to go for a weekend trip

1. Shimla

Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla is prominent for its immense natural beauty, architecture, snow-capped mountains, lakes and steeped colonial history, which instigate everybody to visit Shimla.

Its eternal places like Jakhoo Temple, Scandal Point, Christ church, Himalayan Bird Park are fascinating to tourists. Shimla is also well known as Queen of the hills for its beauty.

The peculiar thing in Shimla is trekking, paragliding, camping, river rafting, which is adored by every tourist. Here are some prominent places in Shimla.

• Jakhoo temple – If you want to ecstasize yourself, you must visit this temple, which is 2455 metre above sea level. The temple is a divine place for votary disciples. You will perceive energy after visiting it. It will retrieve positivity in you and will take away all your worries. Trekking to the top of Jakhoo Hill is one of the satisfying things to do in Shimla.
• Indian Institute of Advanced Studies – The first president of India Dr Rajendra Prasad advocates studies in arts and Humanities at the Indian Institute of Advanced It is one of the renowned tourist attractions in Shimla.
• Toy train ride – It is the most erratic thing you can do in Shimla. The Toy train gets ahead as a snake on the zigzag tracks, giving incredible views of Shimla. It captures the beautiful scenery on the way.

2. Alleppey

Alleppey is a town in the southern state of Kerala, commonly referred to as Alappuzha. It is prominent for its houseboat cruises, beaches, marine products and coir industry. The peculiar thing about Alleppey is the backwaters, which fascinate tourists.

The splendid coconut-fringed waters, the alluring paddy fields and charming sites of the human-made islands captivate every tourist. A houseboat has a precisely indelible and catchy experience.

Here is a list of some glamorous and charismatic places in Alleppey which are remarkable. There are a number of paths that you can take while seeing the Alleppey backwaters.

• You can visit Kottayam, where you can perceive the most astounding houseboat trip. You can also experience the extraordinary toddy farmers working in the region that lies below sea level.
• Mankotta is the village where you can see Coir making. It is an important small industry in Kerala.
• Thottapally is one of the bewildering places for 400-year-old Champakhullam church and Ambalapuzha Temple of Lord Srikrishna.
• Kumarakom region is impeccable for bird watching and is endorsed by the local villagers for their daily routine of working and fishing.
• Kidangara is renowned for its bewildering Vembanad lake and Pathiramanal island.

3. Auli

Auli is located in the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand. Auli is also known as mini Switzerland. It is situated at an elevation of 2500 metres (8200 sq ft). Auli is renowned for its frilly and charming places like, artificial lake, Trishul Peak, Naina Devi Peak, Premier Ski Resort and many more. The finger-licking refreshments of Auli are Bal Mithai, Singhori, etc.Auli is a well-known destination for paragliding and offers astounding views of the surrounding mountains and forests.

Haridwar station is the nearest railway station to Auli. You can also get a bus or cab to the town. Throughout the year, the weather here remains cool. In the winter season the temperature goes down to -8° Celsius. The temperature is constant at 20° Celsius throughout the year.

4. Ooty

Ooty is a prominent Hill Station in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu. The main attraction of Ooty is its tea plantations, landscapes, etc. Ooty has been notable for its Avalanche lake, Pykara falls, Rose Garden and Wax World Museum. Ooty is enveloped by Green Hills, dense forests, sprawling tea gardens, etc. It is a miraculous and astounding destination among tourists.

The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is declared a heritage site by UNESCO World Heritage. The train connects Ooty to Mettupalayam. The train passes across tunnels, bridges and tea estates. It is also well-known as Queen of Hill stations. It is idiosyncratic in its meadows, towering mountains, dense pine, serene lakes, sparkling waterfalls, etc.

5. Coorg

Coorg is located in the state of Karnataka. The elevation of Coorg is 3000 feet. It is renowned for its coffee production. This lively capital of the Kodagu District is a hill station.

Puttu cuisine is very popular in Coorg. It includes Kadambuttu, Paa puttu, Nuchu puttu, etc. All glorious tourist destinations like Madikeri Fort, Chikli hold dam, Abbey falls are charismatic and alluring for visitors.

6. Udaipur

Udaipur is stationed in the Western Indian state of Rajasthan. It is known for its frilly and gaudy lakes. The Idiosyncratic islands Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas lies in the middle of Lake Pichola. The leading foremost place in Udaipur is Bagore Ki Haveli Museum, Shri Ekling ji Temple, Shrinathji Temple, Saheliyon Ki Bari,  City Palace Museum, etc. Lal Ghat area is one of the most prominent areas for staying in Udaipur. If you desire to shop here, you can buy miniatures, Rajput style paintings, wood carvings and traditional jewellery. The eminent hotels in Udaipur are Hotel Chirag, Shiv Vijay Vilas, etc.

Maharana Pratap Airport, 24 km from the main city, is the nearest airport for reaching Udaipur. Udaipur railway station is the nearest rail station.

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7. Goa

Goa is a state in western India, which is spread along the Arabian Sea. The elevation of Goa is 1020 metres. It is India’s smallest state. It is prominent for its serene beaches and places of offering prayers. The economy of Goa largely depends on tourism. Goa is land of sun, sand, forts and churches. The suitable time to visit Goa is from November to February. The temperature remains 20° Celsius to 30° Celsius in this season. Konkani is the official language of Goa. Hindi, English, Kannada, Urdu and Gujarati are also spoken in Goa.

Baga and Calangute beaches are unique in Goa. Assagao is a wonderful village in luxury which is enveloped by whitewashed churches, Portuguese mansions, fields and hills. Anjuna Beach is very alluring where you can view the stunning sunsets. You can enjoy the views of an expedition of colours, the sky from blue to yellowish, and then to orange.

Palolem Beach is quirky, and is located on the western coast, and is popular for its sunset view. Betul Beach is mesmerizing for all tourists which attracts everybody towards it.

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8. Lonavala

Lonavala is a hill station enveloped by Green Valleys near Mumbai. The miraculous place is the home to Karla Caves and the Bhaja Caves. It is peculiar for its production of the hard candy Chikki.

There are some amazing and charming places like: Duke’s Nose, Bhushi Dam, Karla Caves, Bhaja Caves and Tiger's leap. The best month to visit Lonavala is October to February. The temperature remains 11° Celsius to 25° Celsius in this season.

Pawna Lake, Lohagad Fort and Bhaja Buddhist caves are situated in Lonavala. When you go up the ghat from Khopoli, the air becomes breezy and light. It is an eminent Hill Station at an altitude of 2047 feet.

It has a well connected network of rails plying to Mumbai and Pune. The local train ply every two hours. You can also take a taxi or a bus to reach Lonavala. Chole bhature and chocolate fudge are finger-licking cuisines in Lonavala.

9. Pondicherry

Pondicherry is a union territory town and is circled by the southeastern Tamil Nadu state. Pondicherry is known for its amazing architecture, sculpture and cultural heritage..

Promenade beach, Paradise Beach and Auroville Beach are precisely the breathtaking places in Pondicherry. Auroville Beach is known for its shallow waters, as clear as a crystal.

The best transport to reach Pondicherry is bus, taxi and auto rickshaws. Local buses are available every time which covers all parts of Pondicherry.

The best area to stay in Pondicherry is White Town. The city Pondicherry has availability of airways as well.

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10. Darjeeling

Darjeeling is a town in India’s West Bengal State, which is nestled in the Himalayan foothills. Darjeeling is prominent for its industry of tea. It is stationed at an altitude of 6710 feet. During spring, summer and autumn, the weather remains cool and its steam engine trains make it a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

April to June is the most suitable time to visit Darjeeling. The temperature remains 25° Celsius in this season. It takes about three hours to reach Darjeeling from the nearest airport of Bagdogra. Gangtok which is the capital of Sikkim, is only a four hour drive from here.

Conclusion

Visiting weekend getaways in India is indelible and can never be forgotten. The extraordinary and exceptional beauty of Shimla allures every tourist. The astounding and outstanding houseboat cruises, beaches, marine products of Alleppey are out of this world.

The Mini Switzerland Auli, Ooty, Coorg, are some of the famous hill stations that can prove to give exemplary experiences of travelling the country. Their natural beauty has a mesmerizing impact on the minds of tourists. The culture and heritage of Udaipur is noteworthy and exceptional that makes it a perfect destination for a culturally rich vacay.

If you want to see impeccable and serene beaches, you must visit Goa, where you can encounter lifetime memorable moments.