God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well.”
– Voltaire
Are you looking for a beautiful location to visit near New Delhi-NCR with your partner to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life? Bharat Stories brings you 5 gorgeous honeymoon and romantic destinations to visit with your loved one to rekindle your fire.
Romantic Getaways from Delhi
Khajjiar, Himachal Pradesh: Lovebirds in Mini-Switzerland
Located near the small town of Dalhousie, Khajiar is also known as the ‘Mini-Switzerland’. The sights of this beautiful place look straight out of a Bollywood movie.
It’s one of those places with lakes, pastures, forests and ample amount of beauty to sink your senses in. If you and your partner are the adventurous types, then this mesmerizing destination has options for that too such as zorbing, trekking, paragliding, horse riding etc. If you believe in the principle of simplicity then you can simply lie down on the pastures and gaze at the clear blue sky above or you can swing a golf club if you like the concept of the complex.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh: The Ultimate Marvel of Love
Agra, the home to the ultimate marvel of love and one of the seven wonders of the world: the Taj Mahal is always one of the top destinations in a couples ‘places to visit together’ bucket list. The city showcases a beautiful sneak peek in the architectural history of the Mughals with landmarks like the Taj Mahal itself, Fatehpur Sikhri and the Agra Fort during their reign in India.
The best time to visit Taj Mahal is the full moon. If your partner is a die-hard romantic, then you can also plan out a mini picnic near Taj Mahal and together marvel this serene and magnificent monument. Also, remember the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, so you wouldn’t wanna rain on the parade would you?
Srinagar, Jammu, and Kashmir: God’s Paradise
We all have seen Bollywood movies, with the heroine dancing in the deep and enchanting valleys cascading in the evergreen beauty and sky-scraping mountains of Srinagar in a thin saree and since then we all have wanted to visit this paradise on earth with our significant other. Sheltered by the snowy white mountains and valleys, the city of Srinagar is the Summer Capital of Jammu and Kashmir. Though it’s not very near to the capital, the heady combination of delightful living, charming people, and natural beauty makes it totally worth your while, especially for honeymooners.
Manali: The Honeymoon Capital of India
Another perfect romantic getaway for our lovebirds, Manali. A valley located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is one of the most awe-inspiring, beautiful and popular hill stations in India. Surrounded by adventurous snow-covered roads and flowering apple trees, the quaint charm of this valley has captured the attention of tourists from all across the world and has become of the most visited honeymoon and tourist destination in India.
Nestled at the end of the Kullu Valley, the River Beas flows right through the town and creates a magical and picturesque scenery. Also, this little town houses popular hill station attractions like the Solang valley and the Rohtang Pass.
Jodhpur, Rajasthan: The Destination for a Perfect Date
Kown as the ‘Gateway to Thar’ Jodhpur is one of the popular places in Rajasthan for a romantic getaway. The city is known for many prominent things such its forts and the Thar desert. Your trip to Jodhpur wouldn’t be complete without the Thar desert safari where you can spend a night under the mesmerizing starry night with your significant other.
In the food sector, the city of Jodhpur is unmatched in sweets and delicacies. If your partner or you love the idea of fine dining then you can always hit restaurants like Indique in Pal Haveli for a perfect meal with Mehrangarh Fort in the backdrop. All in all, the city of Jodhpur is a great destination to spend your weekend at, couples and families alike.