Thursday, August 27, 2015

Undiscovered Monsoon Retreats Around Delhi

Undiscovered Monsoon Retreats Around Delhi
Delhi provides you a plethora of travel opportunities both in and around itself. Its excellent geographical location makes it an ideal getaway destination. Rains break the humdrum of city-life and infuse life into the city. Hence, monsoon is one of the perfect times to explore the landscapes beyond Delhi’s confines. So pack your bags, check into one of the good hotels in Delhi, plan an itinerary and set out to discover unexplored monsoon getaways. Following is a list of some brilliant yet little-known monsoon retreats in and around Delhi.

Camp Wild Dhauj: At a mere distance of 60 km from Delhi lies Camp Wild Dhauj in Haryana. This is an activity-based resort housing 15 Eco-Lodges and 15 Tents catering to corporates, students and families. Surrounded by the lush Aravali Hills, it gives you several reasons to get the desired adrenaline rush. The various adventure sports that the place offers include rock climbing, water rappelling, flying fox and river crossing.


Manesar: Lying at a distance of about 45 km from the main city, Manesar falls in the Gurgaon district of Haryana. The place is known for being the abode of exotic migratory birds. Damdama Lake, a picturesque spot, is a major attraction of Manesar and perfect for boating. If nothing else, you must visit this town for its vedic spas that promise to rejuvenate your mind and body.



Nahan: This is a remote hill station in Himachal Pradesh, located 250 km from Delhi. Renuka Lake, the largest lake in Himachal Pradesh is one of the major attractions of the hill station. The key attractions here include Ranital garden and Suketi Fossil Park, which has on display life-size fiber reinforced plastic models of pre-historic animals whose fossil skeletons were unearthed here. An excellent place all nature-lovers must head for.

Landsdowne: Located just 245 kms from Delhi, Landsdowne in Uttarakhand is a quiet and quaint hilly town that’ll give you plenty to keep yourself occupied with. You could amble through the surrounding oak and pine woods, indulge in bird watching, go boating or simply lie in a hammock and read a book. Do visit the Tip In Top which is the best spot in Landsdowne to enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks.