Delhi, apart from being the capital of India is known to be a base for visiting exciting destinations around. People residing in Delhi tend to plan a lot of trips around the weekend as plenty options are present. Delhi folks are faced with such a busy lifestyle and all you need is a weekend getaway to a beautiful, serene destination. Pack your bags and choose a car from one of the car rentals in Delhi and drive off to that spot of natural beauty with a soothing and calming environment. Drive away from the concrete structures to a beautiful, natural abode.
The unspoiled grandeur of Dalhousie
With colorful flowers blooming on the slopes and lofty pines along the foothills, Dalhousie is the perfect destination for unwinding from the city. It offers a mesmerizing view of the snow-capped mountains and tranquil hills. You can board a car from the many taxi services in Delhi and drive to this destination with verdant valleys and soothing ambiance. Dalhousie is one of the most appealing mountain attractions around Delhi for a weekend getaway.
Shimla’s verdant beauty
Situated seven thousand meters above sea level, Shimla – once claimed to be the British Empire’s summer capital – is now a quintessential hill station in India. This place, with its exquisite mountain slopes, claims thousands of tourists from all around the world every year. It is best known for its delightful environment, colonial charm, street stalls, and spectacular view.
Travel from Delhi to Shimla by car to spend a beautiful weekend amidst the calming mountains. If you choose to not drive yourself, you could also rent a cab from Delhi to Shimla. Shop at Mall Road or take part in one of the many heritage-walking tours during your weekend here. If you are more of the adventurous kind you could go hiking or mountain biking along the snowy slopes.
Visit the residence of Dalai Lama
Dharamshala and McLeodGanj are renowned the world over as Dalai Lama’s places of residence. Situated in the Kangra Valley, the mountains of Dhauladhar add to the backdrop beauty. The village is set amidst these mountains of Himachal Pradesh, which is also considered as the headquarters of the Tibetan Administration. People from far and wide come here to study Tibetan and Buddhism.
‘Little Lhasa’ or McLeodGanj is quite popular for the garments, souvenirs, and Tibetan handicrafts sold there. Spend some time during your weekend getaway and find the perfect hand-made souvenir to adorn your home. The Triund Hill in Dharamshala is a popular spot, which you should visit and go on the one-day trek up the slopes of the mountain.
Paragliding at Bir-Billing
Located in Himachal Pradesh, Bir-Billing is a village famous for its green slopes which home centers for meditation, spiritual studies, and paragliding. Walk through the meadows or drive around the village and the view is truly exhilarating. You could drive down to the village of Chaugan and rest for the night, before setting off for your paragliding experience or the trek up the scenic slopes.
I hope you liked these travel ideas. Have you been to these destinations before? Let me know your experiences in comments.