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Situated on the banks of Jhelum river, Srinagar is a beautiful town and synonymous with heaven on the earth. At least once in life, one should visit these places, which are at an approachable distance from Srinagar.

Sonamarg

It is a ravishing hill station in the Jammu & Kashmir state of India. Apart from a relaxing holiday in Sonamarg, adventure seekers can indulge in white water rafting here. The picturesque sites of Sonamarg include Thajiwas Glacier, Kashmir Great Lakes, and Nilagrad River.

Distance between Srinagar and Sonamarg: 80 kilometers, 2.5 hours drive

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Ananthnag

The name of this town is derived from the Sanskrit word Anant, meaning infinite and Nag, meaning spring. As the name suggests, Ananthnag is truly a divine beauty. It is also known by the name Islamabad. Suffered heavily during India’s struggle for freedom and partition with Pakistan, this city is now one of the fastest developing cities in India. On your visit to this city, stop by at the Martand Sun Temple, which is one of the traditional temples of the region.

Distance between Srinagar and Ananthnag: 62 kilometers, 2 hours drive

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Baramulla

The city of Baramulla in the Jammu & Kashmir state of India was originally called as “Varahamula” meaning a boar’s molar. The city is located on the banks of river Jhelum, particularly on the river’s peak. The old Baramulla town, on the northern banks of Jhelum, is typical and you can reach the place crossing five bridges, including a suspension bridge connecting Gulnar Park and Dewan Bagh.

Distance between Srinagar and Baramulla: 57 kilometers, 2 hours drive

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Pahalgam

The Pahalgam city is the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, a tour to the holy shrine of Lord Shiva in the caves of Himalayas.The city holds rich flora and fauna, mostly consisting of coniferous forest. The places of interest in this city include- Kolahoi glacier, Betaab valley, Sheikhpora, to name a few.

Distance between Srinagar and Pahalgam: 92 kilometers, 2.5 hours drive

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Gulmarg

It is a popular skiing destination and a hill station in the Jammu & Kashmir state of India. You may encounter movies shooting here as well. On your Gulmarg trip, make it a point to visit Khilanmarg, Gulmarg Gondola, and Backcountry Ski Lodge.

Distance between Srinagar and Gulmarg: 54 kilometers, 2 hours drive

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Dehradun is the capital city of Uttarakhand state of India. It lies in the foothills of Himalayas with river Ganges and Yamuna on either side. Dehradun displays a mix of Bengali, Punjabi, Nepali, Tibetan, Garhwali, and Kumaoni cultures. And attending the regional festivals is one of the best ways to dive into the culture of a state.

Following is the list of important festivals of Dehradun.

Kumaoni Holi

Holi festival is celebrated almost everywhere in India. However, the modes of celebration differ from region to region. In Dehradun, this festival is more like a musical event. It falls every year in the month of March-April according to the Hindu calendar.

You can read more information about this festival here.

Jhanda Fair

This festival commemorates Guru Ram Rai, a Sikh religious leader and a disciple of Guru Nanak Dev. it is celebrated after five days of Holi festival at Guru Ram Rai Darbar. The event attracts a large number of devotees from the neighbouring states to Dehradun.

Tapkeshwar Mela

It is a celebration in the Tapkeshwar temple of Dehradun on the eve of Mahashivratri. This festival and fair is celebrated every year in the month of February. The temple observes a huge gathering of the devotees.

Bissu Mela

Bissu Mela is a tribal fair, meant for displaying the tribal culture of the Himalayan region and promoting trade and business among the rural population.

Lakhawar Fair

This fair showcases the Garhwal culture and is an important celebration among the Garhwal tribes. The fair is held in the month of September-October in the Lakhwar village near Dehradun. It is a colorful event, filled with laughter, joy, folk music, dance, etc.

Most of the important celebrations in Dehradun is accompanied with a Fair. These fairs also serve as a gettogether and recreational junction for the people. If you wish to attend these festivals and fairs, you can book a cab in Dehradun or railway tickets well in advance to avoid last moment rush.

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Pondicherry is a peaceful yet adventurous place in India. To make your visit memorable, you can try these offbeat things to do in Pondicherry.

Water Sports

Paradise Beach and Karaikal Beach are popular choice for water sports in Pondicherry. You can indulge in boating, canoeing, kayaking, back-water sailing, and even camping at the beach side.

Holidaying in houseboat

The houseboats in Pondicherry offer an experience to relinquish the rest of your life. The boathouse takes you past paddy fields, dense coconut grooves, traditional villages, fishing nets, water lilies, and many more. On your voyage, you can also encounter turtles, crabs, kingfisher birds and many other rare aquatic species.

Tour the Anglo-French textile mills

The Anglo-French textile mill is a unit of Pondicherry Textile Corporation Ltd and is one of India’s oldest operating mills. Though today, it is equipped with automatic looms, you can still feel the authentic production process. You can even purchase some good fabrics at unbelievable prices here.

Meditation and Yoga

Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville are popular in the world for their peaceful aura and their meditation practices. Pondicherry is a place of spiritual retreat and you can take peaceful walk around the beaches, spas, therapies, etc. The place is a heaven for those seeking a relaxing break from the routine.

Scuba diving and Surfing

You can also enjoy  Scuba Diving and Surfing in Pondicherry. There are private organizations offering these services. You can also indulge in surf safaris, tour the natural and man made coral reefs, pool diving, to name some.

You can also book an intercity cab in Pondicherry to travel from place to place hassle free.

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Shimla is a beautiful place, called as a heaven on earth. One would, of course, like to spend days in Shima, but if you have only a day’s time in here, you can visit the following places.

State Museum

This museum was opened in 1974. It showcases ancient sculptures, paintings, ethnic dresses, musical instruments, ornaments, etc.

Address: State Museum, Chaura Maidan Rd, Chaura Maidan, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171004, India

Visiting time: 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM; 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Christ Church, 30 minutes drive

Christ Church

It is a second oldest church in North India. The Christ Church of Shimla displays neo-gothic style of architecture in a romantic surrounding.

You can also stroll around the Ridge, which is a large open space located at the center of Shimla.

Address: Mall Road, Lakkar Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India

Contact: +91 177 265 2953

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Jakhoo hill and temple, 30 minutes drive

Jakhoo hill and temple

Jakhoo is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Since it is situated on the Jakhoo hill, it is named so. The temple encompasses beautiful landscape.

Address: Jakhu Temple Park, Jakhu, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India

Time to spend: 1.5 hours

Next destination: Rashtrapati Niwas, 40 minutes drive

Rashtrapati Niwas

The Rashtrapati Niwas of Shima was formerly a summer home for the British Viceroys of India. It is also known as Viceregal lodge. The present day, it is owned by Indian Institute of Advanced Study.

Address: Rashtrapati Nivas, Observatory Hill, Near Summer Hill Railway Station, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171005, India

Visiting time: 10:30 AM to 05:00 PM; Monday closed

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Shimla railway station- Kalka, 35 minutes drive

Kalka-Shimla railway

It is a narrow gauge railway route from Kalka to Shimla. The route traverses through dramatic hill views and villages. It is also one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in India.

Address: Kalka Shimla Railway, Himachal Pradesh

Time to spend: 1 hour

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If you have only one day to spend in Kodaikanal, you can visit the following places-

Guna Caves

Guna caves lie between three massive pillar-shaped rocks. The site was discovered in 1821.

Address: Golf Links Road, Tamil Nadu 624101, India

Visiting time: 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next Destination: Pillar Rocks Viewpoint, 10 minutes walk

Pillar Rocks Viewpoint

This is a site with pillar-shaped rocks and offers a great view of the mountains.

Address: Pillar Rocks Rd, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101, India

Visiting time: 09:00 AM to 04:30 PM

Time to spend: 30 minutes

Next Destination: Coaker’s walk, 20 minutes drive

Coaker’s walk

It is a perfect place to stroll with nature. The place offers relaxing and rejuvenating environment.

Address: Coaker’s Walk, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101, India

Visiting time: 07:00 AM to 07:00 PM

Time to spend: 45 minutes

Next Destination: Bryant Park, 10 minutes walk

Bryant Park

It is a recreation park with a manmade lake. You can take a walk, cycle around, or take a boat ride in the lake.

Address: Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101, India

Visiting time: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Time to spend: 45 minutes

Next Destination: Kodaikanal Lake, 10 minutes walk

Kodaikanal Lake

It is yet again a manmade lake in the area. The lake captures the beautiful natural sceneries and a boat ride is simply adorable. You can also walk around the lake and explore the local market.

Address: Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101, India

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next Destination: Chettiar Park, 15 minutes drive

Chettiar Park

It is a recreation park with landscaped lawns and playing area for children.

Address: Chettiar Park Road, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 678242, India

Visiting time: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Time to spend: 45 minutes

Next Destination: Kurinji Andavar temple, 5 minutes walk

Kurinji Andavar temple

It is a temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. The temple is surrounded by beautiful kurinji flowers.

Address: Kurinji Andavar Temple Road, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101, India

Time to spend: 45 minutes

Next Destination: Silver Cascade falls, 20 minutes drive

Silver Cascade fall

It is a picturesque location with a natural, steep waterfall.

Address: Kodaikanal Ghat Road, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101, India

Time to spend: 45 minutes

You can also book a multi-city cab in Kodaikanal for your entire trip and hop around the places without worrying about changing buses every now and then.

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