The mercury in the capital has finally crossed the dreaded benchmark of 40 degree Celsius and dilliwalahs have already started looking for a bit of respite from the unforgiving scorching heat. Fret not! Delhi’s remarkable geographical location makes it a prime hub to visit the country’s more temperate and pleasant regions. If you have a weekend coming up, take this golden opportunity to relax and rejuvenate yourself. Let’s have a look at the best summer weekend getaways from Delhi:
Lansdowne
Situated at just 245 kilometres from Delhi, Lansdowne makes for an awe-inspiring holiday destination that is perfect to just sit and unwind. This pristine town is covered with lush environs that consist of oak and pine forests and lofty hills. Nature lovers are in for a treat as Lansdowne is tailor-made for trekking, bird-watching, boating etc. Do not miss the chance to visit the tranquil Bhulla Lake.
Munsiyari
While Landsdowne may have been an ideal place to soak in some undisturbed solitude, Munsiyari is fabricated perfectly for adventure enthusiasts. In fact, it serves as a base camp for the more rigorous mountaineering treks. Literally meaning, “place with snow”, Munsiyari is surrounded by ice-clad summits of the Himalayan range. At 12,500 feet, Munsiyari stays frigid throughout the year – a breath of relief for everyone who wants to escape the clutches of the North Indian heat wave. The short but tiring 3 hour trek to Khalia Top is an experience every tourist here must take part in.
Jim Corbett National Park
Families can definitely take a breather by visiting the famed Jim Corbett National Park. While it may not be as cold as the Himalayan foothills, it surely makes up with its natural diversity in flora and fauna. The early months of summer are perfect to visit Jim Corbett National Park as the heat is quite bearable and the animals here often visit water holes to quench their thirst – quite a sight to see.
Dalhousie
A favourite amongst many Delhi residents, Dalhousie is all about the unspoilt beauty of Himachal Pradesh. The nearby hills of Petreyn, Bakrota, Tehra, Balun and Kathlog are all part of the Dhauladhar range. Dalhousie’s legendary beauty has enticed many eminent luminaries like Rudyard Kipling, Jawahar Lal Nehru and Dalai Lama. There’s definitely something magical about the place that makes it so special.
Una
If you are looking for a slice of village life, then Una is the place to be. It is known for its religious importance among the pilgrims of Himachal Pradesh due to the presence of numerous temples like the temple of Chintpurni and the Dera Baba Rudru temple that attract thousands of followers every year.
