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Top 5 Places to Visit near Delhi


Delhi is a famous city and is well known for its delicious food and rich culture. India will be administrated from this place and the foundation stone was laid in the year 1911. It is well known for its rich history.

October to March is the best time to visit this place, as the summer temperatures will be high and the winter temperatures will be too low. Many great examples of historical architectures like India Gate, Red Fort and Qutub Minar is located here. If you would like to visit the unexplored destinations in Delhi, then this is the best article for you.

Here is the list of top 5 places to visit near Delhi:

1. Mathura:

Mathura is located in Uttar Pradesh and is well known for its religious and spiritual significance. The most attractive festivals celebrated in Mathura are Holi and Janmashtami, which are religious Hindu festivals.

Mathura is popularly known in history as the birthplace of Lord Krishna.Many myths, legends and places are linked with this place. It had many kunds, ghats, temples and shrines. Radha kund, Rangbhoomi, Gita Mandir, Krishna Janma Bhoomi Mandir, Mathura Museum are some of the places to visit here.

Distance from Delhi: 147 km


2. Vrindavan:

Vrindavan is related to Lord Krishna and is located in Uttar Pradesh. It is said that Lord Krishna spent most of his teenage in this place. It is situated in the banks of Yamuna river. Lakhs of visitors usually visit this place every day to worship Lord Krishna.

The popular festivals celebrated here was Radhashtami, Holi and Janmashtami. All these festivals are popular and celebrated with great pomp. Radha Vallabha Temple, Shahji Temple, Govind Dev temple, Jaipur temple, Jugal Kishore temple are some of the few places everyone should visit in Vrindavan.

Distance from Delhi: 142 KM


3. Agra:

Agra is a historical city, well known for Taj Mahal. It is situated in the bank of Yamuna river and located in Uttar Pradesh. Many dynasties ruled this historical place as their capital for many years. There are many forts, landmarks, green gardens and archaeological monuments in Agra which you can explore by travelling through the Palace on Wheels luxury train.

Agra is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage sites in India. It is the best example of stunning Mughal architecture. If you planning to spend your weekend near Delhi, then this is the best place for you. Red Fort, Taj Mahal, Akbar’s Tomb, Jama Masjid are the major attractions in Agra.

Distance from Delhi: 233 KM.


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4. Alwar:

Alwar is the oldest city in Rajasthan and is surrounded by Aravalli Range. Alwar is the best place for tourists who are interested in culture. This place is surrounded by forests and is well known for forts and beautiful palaces.

Alwar is well known for Sariska Tiger Reserve and the ghost town of Bhangarh. The major attractions of this place are Neemrana Baori, City Palace, Fairy Queen, Kesroli Hill Fort, Talvrakash.

Distance from Delhi: 164 KM.


5. Haridwar:

Haridwar is located in Uttarakhand and is a well known religious place for Hindus. This place is quite popular for Kumba Mela where millions of devotees visit. This place is the most popular holiday destination near Delhi.

Haridwar is located in the banks of river Ganga and is the popular religious place for Hindus. This place is quite popular to mix the ashes of a dead person to wash away their sins. Mansa Devi Temple, Har Ki Pauri, Vishnu Ghat, Chandi Devi Temple, Kanva Rishi Ashram are some of the popular places in Haridwar.

Distance from Delhi: 212 KM


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