Everyone deserves to escape from boredom once in a while from the weekly tasks, targets, and hustle and bustle of daily life. In such instances, a short getaway away from daily hassles is the best thing we can do for ourselves. If you are looking for a brief but exciting getaway from Delhi, as a long weekend is approaching, here are a few places you can head to-
Bharatpur
The legendary city of Bharatpur was established by Maharaja Suraj Mal in the 1700s as a highly walled city. This area is regarded as the "Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan" and is a popular tourist spot among foreigners. The location is well-known since the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bharatpur may be reached through the Yamuna Expressway in approximately four hours.
Manesar
In the last three decades, Manesar has transformed from a sleepy, unremarkable village into a bustling shopping area. This location is renowned for its rustic appeal as well as its beautiful and entertaining resorts. Even though Manesar is a corporate center, the surrounding areas are calm and scenic, making it a popular getaway for Delhi residents. Through NH 48, Manesar can be accessed from Delhi in around one and a half hours.
Alwar
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This historically rich city in Rajasthan, and contains many stunning palaces, forts, and monuments, which take you back to the era of the great Indian rulers. Alwar is one of the more tranquil spots close to Delhi that you might choose to visit. You can also visit the notorious Bhangarh Fort on the border of Alwar, which is regarded as one of the most haunted locations in India.
Sohna
This charming city in Haryana is a popular tourist destination for Delhi residents. The surrounding area is renowned for its peaceful lakes, natural beauty, and fort ruins. For those who wish to go there, Damdama Lake and Sohna Lake are ideal locations for relaxing and unwinding. The Gurgaon-Alwar Highway can be used to travel the distance between Delhi and Sohna in around two hours.
Neemrana
Neemrana is a historical town that is located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. It is well known among lovers of history for the majestic Neemrana Fort Palace, which dates back to the 15th century but has now been converted into a posh royal hotel. Due to its location on National Highway 8, which connects Delhi and Jaipur, the city of Delhi can be reached by car in just under three and a half hours.
Sariska Tiger Reserve
People are charmed by Sariska Tiger Reserve's rocky landscapes, dry boreal forest, and, of course, its abundant wildlife in this predator's habitat in the Aravalli Hills. This roughly rocky 866 square km area is home to leopards, Indian jackals, chinkaras, langurs, and sambar deer, in addition to Royal Bengal tigers. Sariska is about 37 kilometres from the Alwar Railway Station, which is serviced by frequent trains from Delhi. Furthermore, it is accessible by NH 8 to reach your destination.
Mandawa
Mandawa is located in Shekhawati, Rajasthan, another unusual hideaway near Delhi. This 18th-century town has several beautiful havelis and a namesake fort, earning it the nickname "Open Art Gallery' Mandawa's winding roads and unsophisticated inhabitants will entice cultural lovers to visit. NH 9 connects the town to Delhi. You can reach it here within 4.5 hours, or else you can go by public transport like train or bus.
