: 6 Offbeat Getaways Around Delhi/NCR You Can Travel For The Weekend #IndiaNEWS #Coronavirus We are in the ninth month of the year 2020. And so far the year has been an absolute washout, for travel

6 Offbeat Getaways Around Delhi/NCR You Can Travel For The Weekend #IndiaNEWS #Coronavirus
We are in the ninth month of the year 2020. And so far the year has been an absolute washout, for travel and everything else. And no one knows when things will start getting better. I sometimes wish there was a way to just press F5, the refresh button, and start all over again. Alas, that’s not something that we can do.
But now, there are some options for us to get a breather, a short-term refresh button that helps us shake off the drudgery of the lockdown and beat the blues. If you are a Delhi/NCR resident, you could consider travelling to these five places in a safe and sanitised manner.
Jayanti Pandey, who runs ‘One Life to Travel’, a travel-based company from Gurugram, says, “Unlock 4 is underway, and parts of Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand have opened up. ???
Jayanti Pandey
She outlines the following places that one can reach in the safety and comfort of their own car.
1. Alwar
Situated at a distance of about 167 kilometres from Delhi, Alwar is an ideal destination for those looking to drive out for a weekend break. Travel enthusiasts recommend visiting Alwar between October and March. Museums, the Silisereh lake and Bala Qila are the major attractions here.
If you enjoy local culinary delights, then you must indulge in the famous Mirch Vada, Gatte ki Sabzi, and the Sohan Halwa. Some stay options in Alwar are Tijara Fort Palace and Hill Fort Kesroli.
Given that Alwar is about 3. 5 hours away by road from Delhi, you could also consider this for a quick day trip.
2. Monuments in Delhi
Qutub MinarSource: NeedPix
If you want to remain within the city and are looking for options then you could consider day picnic trips to the various monuments in Delhi. From Humanyun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, to the lush green Sunder Nursery – you could pack your own picnic basket and head to one of these open spaces for a day out.
Usually, these public monuments remain open from 7 a. m. to 7 p. m. and are also pet friendly very often. Please also do a quick search to check on what day of the week they remain shut before you decide to head out.
3. Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
If what you are looking for is an expanse of green and a chance to be amongst nature, then planning a trip to Sultanpur National Park is what you ought to be doing. Known to be the home to about 250 bird species, this sanctuary is not just a bird watchers and photographers delight but also the perfect place to get children enthused about nature.
Located about 14 kilometres from Gurugram, this sanctuary can be reached in about thirty minutes drive time. The sanctuary remains closed on Tuesdays and other days is open for public from 7.