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<strong>Top</strong> <strong>10</strong> <strong>Weekend</strong> <strong>Getaways</strong> <strong>to</strong><br />

<strong>Visit</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Monsoon</strong> <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong><br />

<strong>Monsoon</strong> is the perfect time <strong>to</strong> enjoy the lush green scenery bathed <strong>in</strong><br />

ra<strong>in</strong> showers. This season br<strong>in</strong>gs out the true beauty of nature and what<br />

could be a better way <strong>to</strong> bask <strong>in</strong> nature’s bounty than visit<strong>in</strong>g a hill<br />

station. If you’re th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g about pack<strong>in</strong>g your bags <strong>to</strong> book a monsoon trip<br />

this weekend <strong>from</strong> a travel agents <strong>in</strong> India, here are some weekend<br />

getaways around <strong>Delhi</strong> for a remarkable monsoon escape.<br />

Kasauli<br />

This idyllic can<strong>to</strong>nment <strong>to</strong>wn located at a distance of 365 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong>,<br />

has plenty of options <strong>to</strong> keep the <strong>to</strong>urists enterta<strong>in</strong>ed dur<strong>in</strong>g monsoon.<br />

Whether it’s stroll<strong>in</strong>g amidst picture perfect environs near the Lower mall,<br />

walk<strong>in</strong>g through the mist-laden Gilbert trail, feast<strong>in</strong>g on Momos, Poppy<br />

Seeds Halwas and Madra on the lower mall or savor<strong>in</strong>g the mesmeriz<strong>in</strong>g<br />

views of the sunset <strong>from</strong> Sunset Po<strong>in</strong>t, each place <strong>in</strong> Kasauli promises <strong>to</strong>


make the best out of your monsoon weekend trip.<br />

Lansdowne<br />

Lansdowne is a popular hill station <strong>in</strong> Uttarakhand. It is 252 km away<br />

<strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong> and it takes around six hours <strong>to</strong> reach this place by road.<br />

Ly<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> Pauri district, this <strong>to</strong>wn is a paradise for nature lovers. Walk<strong>in</strong>g<br />

through its lush meadows turns out <strong>to</strong> be a heavenly experience for the<br />

travelers as they get <strong>to</strong> see various k<strong>in</strong>ds of birds <strong>in</strong> the forests. Boat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

at Bhulla lake is another attraction for the <strong>to</strong>urists <strong>to</strong> enjoy the serenity if<br />

this place dur<strong>in</strong>g monsoon.<br />

Read Also: Uttarakhand – the Real Epi<strong>to</strong>me of Heaven on the Earth<br />

Morni Hills


This sleepy hamlet <strong>in</strong> Panchkula is a great place for families <strong>to</strong> spend<br />

their weekend <strong>in</strong> monsoon. Ly<strong>in</strong>g at a distance of 331 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong>, this<br />

hill lies between two lakes, Chota Taal and Bara Taal which gives the<br />

travelers plenty of opportunities like fish<strong>in</strong>g, boat rid<strong>in</strong>g and bird watch<strong>in</strong>g<br />

dur<strong>in</strong>g their stay. The adventure park is a fun place <strong>to</strong> visit <strong>in</strong> Morni Hills<br />

and is <strong>in</strong>cluded <strong>in</strong> most weekend <strong>to</strong>ur packages.<br />

Mcleodganj


McLeodganj is another sought-after weekend getaway <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong> you<br />

should visit <strong>in</strong> the monsoon. Located at a distance of 497 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong>,<br />

this place abounds with p<strong>in</strong>e and rhododendron trees which are covered<br />

with mist dur<strong>in</strong>g the monsoon <strong>to</strong> give spectacular views <strong>to</strong> the visi<strong>to</strong>rs.<br />

The best way <strong>to</strong> spend the even<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>in</strong> this <strong>to</strong>wn is by savor<strong>in</strong>g a cup of<br />

Coffee with Momos <strong>in</strong> one of the cafes <strong>in</strong> the McLeodganj Mall.<br />

Mount Abu


This hill station <strong>in</strong> Rajasthan is an ideal place <strong>to</strong> spend your weekend <strong>in</strong><br />

ra<strong>in</strong>y weather. It lies at a distance of 750 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong> and the quickest<br />

way <strong>to</strong> reach this place is by tak<strong>in</strong>g a flight <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong> <strong>to</strong> Jaipur. This<br />

summer retreat of the earlier Rajput rulers is buzz<strong>in</strong>g with attractions for a<br />

memorable monsoon vacation like the Anchalgarh fort, Nakki Lake, Guru<br />

Shikhar and Dilwara temple which is a marvel of ancient architecture.<br />

Read Also: Treat Yourself <strong>in</strong> the Summer Festival of Mount Abu<br />

Khajjiar


This hill station is situated <strong>in</strong> Chamba district <strong>in</strong> Himachal Pradesh and is<br />

famously known as m<strong>in</strong>i Switzerland for its stark resemblance with the<br />

country. Situated at a distance of 588 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong>, Khajjiar offers<br />

amaz<strong>in</strong>g views of picture-perfect mounta<strong>in</strong>s, valleys, and meadows.<br />

Khajjiar lake, Kala<strong>to</strong>p wildlife sanctuary, and State handicrafts center are<br />

the attractions of this charm<strong>in</strong>g valley.<br />

Na<strong>in</strong>ital


Na<strong>in</strong>ital looks noth<strong>in</strong>g less than a paradise <strong>in</strong> monsoon season as the<br />

ra<strong>in</strong>s make the trees and hills more allur<strong>in</strong>g. It lies at a short distance of<br />

289 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong> which makes it’s an ideal weekend getaway. Na<strong>in</strong>ital<br />

Lake is a stunn<strong>in</strong>g water body overlook<strong>in</strong>g the picturesque mounta<strong>in</strong>s.<br />

Boat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> this lake is a great way <strong>to</strong> soak <strong>in</strong> the serenity of this place.<br />

Other po<strong>in</strong>ts of <strong>to</strong>urist <strong>in</strong>terest <strong>in</strong> Na<strong>in</strong>ital are Tiff<strong>in</strong> <strong>Top</strong>, Hanuman Garhi,<br />

and Nanital ropeway.<br />

Read Also: Tourist Dest<strong>in</strong>ations of India <strong>in</strong> Summer<br />

Mussoorie


Mussoorie is best explored <strong>in</strong> the ra<strong>in</strong>y season. You can easily reach<br />

Mussoorie <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong> by tak<strong>in</strong>g a taxi as it lies just 281 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong>.<br />

This place offers endless options for thrill seekers with activities like<br />

trekk<strong>in</strong>g, paraglid<strong>in</strong>g, mounta<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g, and raft<strong>in</strong>g. The markets of<br />

Mussoorie are another attraction for shopaholics and the trip won’t be<br />

complete without tast<strong>in</strong>g the delectable Garhwali dishes <strong>in</strong> the local<br />

restaurants.<br />

Read Also: Amaz<strong>in</strong>g Snow Covered Summer Dest<strong>in</strong>ations of India<br />

Palampur


This stunn<strong>in</strong>g valley is known as the tea capital of Himachal Pradesh for<br />

the numerous tea estates ly<strong>in</strong>g all over this <strong>to</strong>wn. Located at a distance of<br />

502 km <strong>from</strong> <strong>Delhi</strong>, it’s a perfect weekend getaway <strong>to</strong> enjoy the<br />

enthrall<strong>in</strong>g views of the magnificent Dhauladhar range. Popular <strong>to</strong>urist<br />

attractions <strong>in</strong> Palampur are Saurav Van Vihar, Tashi Jong monastery,<br />

Jakhni Temple, Andretta art gallery and Bill<strong>in</strong>g, a world-renowned<br />

paraglid<strong>in</strong>g dest<strong>in</strong>ation.<br />

Naldehra


Naldehra is a perfect getaway <strong>to</strong> spend your weekend amidst green<br />

surround<strong>in</strong>gs dur<strong>in</strong>g monsoon. Located at a distance of 383 km <strong>from</strong><br />

<strong>Delhi</strong>, this place lies close <strong>to</strong> Shimla, a popular <strong>to</strong>urist dest<strong>in</strong>ation <strong>in</strong><br />

Himachal Pradesh, and is known for its majestic golf courses which<br />

attract a number of visi<strong>to</strong>rs <strong>to</strong> this <strong>to</strong>wn. With India Travel Agents you<br />

can also visit other attractions <strong>in</strong>clude hot water spr<strong>in</strong>gs of Tattapani,<br />

Shaily peak, Chadwick falls and Craignano Nature Park.<br />

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