10 Amazing Places to Visit This Holi

Are you one of those people who do not play Holi? Or don’t want to celebrate Holi in Delhi? Then, this Holi explore these beautiful weekend gateways and make use of your holi holiday. Celebrate color free Holi this year while exploring new destinations. Choose destination according to your preferences as to what kind of experience you want to have.

Holi is coming and you are all set for a long weekend. Here is the list of amazing places where you can spend your holi weekend. Enjoy your best time at one of these amazing places on Holi-

Pushkar – Holi celebrations in Pushkar is fantastic. The locals set a big campfire in the city on the holi night, which is known as Holika Dahan. You will enjoy dandiya performed by the locals there. Next day, everyone come out and gather at Badi Basti to play holi. Holi in Pushkar is also known as Kapda Faad Holi. If you strictly don’t like holi, then you can just relax and visit tourist attractions of the city. The whole environment dances on the music beats with colors all over around the sky. You can also visit Pushkar lake, Brahmaji Temple, sarafa bazar and take camel safari during the trip.

2. Mathura and Vrindavan – One of the best places to celebrate Holi is Lord Krishna’s birth place, Mathura and Vrindavan. Holi celebrations start week before in Barsana which is also known as Lathmaar Holi where local women beat men with sticks. Head to Bankey Bihariji temple and get lost in bhajans, music and color all around. There, people also play holi wth flowers also for some time.

3. Bir– Now, if you totally want to escape Holi and want to explore or want to experience , then plan your weekend to Bir, Himachal Pradesh; famous for in India. Flying in the of above the ground is thrilling and unforgettable experience that one should have once in a lifetime. Reaching Bir from Delhi is easy, it’s an overnight journey. It is best visited by road through bus. I will recommend to book your Bir package through Travel Trigger, they have customized packages to suit everyone’s pocket.

4. Auli– beautiful hill station located in the district and famous for skiing. The place offers majestic views of the ranges covered with snow and green landscapes. Start your from visit Auli lake by Auli ropeway and end by witnessing the of of River Banga. Don’t worry about booking a trip to Auli, contact Travel Trigger for They offer ready to book package.

5. Rishikesh – Rishikesh is famous for most thrilling adventure – river rafting and camping. Nothing could beat the experience of thundering rapids in the river Ganges. Rishikesh is the ideal destination for weekend as it is just 250 kms away from Delhi. Apart from river rafting, there are many other adventure sports too to enjoy like trekking, rappeling, bungee jumping, flying fox etc. Do not forget to visit Laksham Jhula, ram Jhula, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Beatles Ashram and Vashishtha Gufa.

6. Jaisalmer – Book trip to Jaisalmer from Delhi and look forward to enjoy a relaxing holi weekend in the golden city of Rajasthan. Its rich culture and heritage attracts thousands of travelers across the world. Get mesmerized by stunning views of sunrise and sunset in the Thar Desert. Take a camel ride on the dunes of desert to enjoy picturesque views of the desert. Jaisalmer, the golden city is the perfect place for a weekend.

7. Jaipur – The Pink City, Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan is a beautiful and lovely mix of rich history, architectural marvels, magnificent havelis, forts and palaces, rajasthani culture, wonderful handicrafts, and colorful bazaars. Apart from visiting major tourist destinations of the city, there are many other things to do in the city. Visit beautiful Amer fort, spend an evening in Chowkidhani, explore Haawa Mahal, City Palace, shop for jewelery and much more.

Amer Fort, Jaipur

8. Amritsar – The first thing which comes to everyone’s mind in the name of Amritsar is The Golden Temple. But, today, Amritsar is not only restricted to a visit to The Golden Temple. There are many beautiful sightseeing attractions for tourists which you can not miss to visit. So, do not think that a one day trip to Amritsar will be enough to explore the city. Plan your trip for 2-3 days and visit top attractions of the city. A weekend drip is best.

weekend trip to Amritsar

9. Agra – A city of beautiful attractions of the past history of India. Undoubtedly, thousands of tourists visit Agra every year to fall in love with Taj Mahal. Yes, the place is one of the famous tourist destinations known for the majestic Taj Mahal. But, visiting to Taj Mahal should not be your only reason to visit Agra, there is a lot to discover and experience in the city. You can explore Agra in Holi weekend, it is easily approachable from Delhi, just 243 Kms.

How I Spend 2 Days in Agra

10. Mussoorie – Queen of Hills, Mussoorie is one of the famous and most visited hill stations. Mussoorie is located in the Dehradun district of Uttrakhand, Garhwal Himalayas, around 6500 feet above sea level. This beautiful town has all old world charm and breathtaking views of Himalayas. Mussoorie is known for its scenic beauty and amazing views. The place is good to visit for all age groups be it family, friends, senior citizens or kids. Must visit Dalai Hills for mesmerizing views.

Dalai Hills, Mussoorie

Whether you are a Holi lover or not, these weekend trips from Delhi will surely make your Holi weekend, an unforgettable affair with lots of memories to cherish forever.