By all means, the capital city of India, Delhi is a wonderful place to be at. The mesmerizing remnants of the past, archaeologically-rich monuments, the by-lanes of old Delhi, and the glorious and modern, man-made marvels, Delhi has it all to keep the new folks occupied and interested.
Now, for all those who’ve spent their entire lives in the capital city are not deprived of the city’s offerings. They have had their fair share and are in a dire need to break the monotony.
For the busy bees, the city of Delhi is blessed with numerous getaway destinations that can help its people break from their daily routine. Offering a respite from the city’s clamor, here are some of the one-day destinations from Delhi that can make for the perfect retreat:
1. Sultanpur National Park: Formerly known as the Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary, it’s a popular getaway destination for the folks in Delhi NCR and is located just 50 kilometers from Delhi. It’s home to more than 250 different species of birds, both local and migratory, flying all the way from Afghanistan, Europe and Siberia.
2. Morni, Haryana: At the height of about 1267 meters from the sea level, Morni hills are the offshoot of Shivalik hills situated 250 kilometers from Delhi in Haryana. The lakeside hamlet is an all-weather destination set around 2 holy lakes and is a fine camping spot offering an amazing view.
3. Neemrana Fort: Neemrana Fort is a 15th century fort-palace lying midway on the Delhi-Jaipur highway. Just about 122 kilometers from Delhi, a pleasant drive takes one to one of the best resorts near Delhi. The palatial resort has seven separate wings built over twelve layers tiered into a hill.
4. Damdama Lake: With the beautiful Aravallis forming the backdrop, Damdama is a beautiful, natural lake that makes for an ideal adventure spot for the folks at Delhi with activities like rock climbing, parasailing, paragliding, valley crossing and trekking. Located just an hour away from Delhi, the lake provides the perfect ambiance for nature lovers and adventure junkies alike.
5. Kuchesar: Kuchesar is a heritage village in the neighbouring state of Uttar Pradesh and is famous for the mud fort, which has now been converted into a heritage hotel. A perfect one day trip from Delhi, the village of Kuchesar is situated about 100 kilometers from Delhi.
6. Parwanoo: Parwanoo is a serene village situated in the border between Haryana and Himachal Pradesh functioning as a gateway to other prominent destinations deep into the Himalayas. It’s about 270 kilometers from the capital and a scenic paradise for the nature lovers winning the hearts of visitors with its tranquility and archaeological splendors.
7. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary: One of the most popular bird sanctuaries in the country, the bird lover’s paradise is located about 182 kilometers from Delhi and is home to a variety of migratory and indigenous birds, the most famous being the Siberian crane.
