Delhi is ideally located
for visits to a range of attractions in the region – Agra, Jaipur,
Khajuraho, the royal
heritage towns of Rajasthan,
wildlife sanctuaries in the neighbouring states, trips and treks in
the Himalayas, pilgrimage tours to towns like Varanasi, Ajmer or
Sarnath.
Day trips or picnics are
also possible close to Delhi.
AGRA
(200 km)
Make a trip to the city
of Taj Mahal and go onwards to Fatehpur Sikri
MATHURA
(145 km)
The birthplace of Lord
Krishna is a temple town with ghats along the river. It is on the
route to Agra.
BHARATPUR
(180 km)
The Keoladeo National
Park a former wildfowl hunting preserve is now a marvellous bird
sanctuary.
SURAJ
KUND (15 km)
The remains of an 8th
century Sum Temple and pool are to be seen here. Haryana Tourism
offers hotel and restaurant facilities. The annual Suraj Kund crafts
Mela in February is a popular event.
SOHNA
(56 km)
Hot springs and a hotel
resort close to Delhi makes Sohna an easy retreat.
SULTANPUR
LAKE (46 km)
A bird sanctuary where
migratory birds are easily seen. Haryana Tourism has a hotel and a
restaurant.
BADKHAL
LAKE (32 km)
Boating and fishing
facilities are available here.
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