Planning Any Trips During New Year's Holiday? Here Are India's Most Beautiful Locations?
Thinking about the New Year's holiday but not sure where to go on New Year's Eve 2023? Don't worry; after reading this article, we'll make sure you find the perfect destination to celebrate New Year's Eve in style. whether participating in big parties, going to a popular destination, travelling by car to a destination close to your city, renting a house, or staying in a quiet hotel. Here are the best places to enjoy the New Year's holidays:??
1. Jot | Dalhousie | Khajjiar, Himachal Pradesh
You can easily discover all these destinations in a single day if you visit them by car, as they are all very close to each other. If you are planning to visit Khajjiar, also called the "mini Switzerland of India," for the New Year celebration, then this is the perfect place for it because, if you are lucky, you might witness snow during the last week of December that blankets the road from both sides, where you can stop your car and click beautiful pictures and play with your friends and family in the snow. Nature blossoms in all its charm, and the roadways are covered in lush green hills with snow caps. Don't forget to carry winter wear if you plan to visit there.??
2. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
Situated at an altitude of 3048 meters, Tawan is known in Arunachal Pradesh for its picturesque landscapes, waterfalls, and spiritual significance. Tawang is both historically and naturally endowed. And we must say that Tawang is the perfect destination for the New Year's holiday if you love nature. There is beautiful natural scenery and solitude in the Gudpi and Chong-Chugmi ranges, as well as the Tawang Chu River and the Tawang Valley. Tawang is also the home of the largest, 400-year-old monasteries in India, which makes it a very important pilgrimage site for Buddhists. If you are a snow lover and adventure enthusiast, then you must visit Sela Pass.??
3. Shillong, Meghalaya
Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, is known for its natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes. We must say that many Indian travellers already have booked tickets to Shillong, which, at present, is looking like a painting with whimsical colours of pink and white dotting its landscape. Shillong is the perfect winter destination because of a number of gorgeous places to visit, like Umaiam Lake, where you would enjoy a view of the azure waters; Elephant Falls, which is enveloped in greenery and is a dream destination for every nature lover; and Laitlum Canyons, which is a perfect place for amazing, picturesque mountain views.??
4. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
If you are from Delhi, Haryana, or Noida and planning a New Year's tour nearby, Shimla is the best option as it is just around 342 kilometres from Delhi. It takes 6-7 hours to drive yourself, and 8-9 hours to take public transportation. Shimla is crowded with tourists throughout the year, but on the occasion of the New Year, it's packed with an amazing crowd. During the winter, the Mall Road in Shimla is covered with snow, where you can enjoy shopping and delicious food from the restaurants. If you enjoy skiing and ice skating, you should visit Kufri, which is only 17 kilometres from Shimla.??
5. Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
Another destination for a New Year's holiday on the list is Mussoorie, also known as "Queen of the Hills," which is about 314 kilometres from Delhi and among the most popular hill stations in the country. December and January are the coldest months here, and in December the temperature can go down to negative, but the average temperature in this month ranges from 7 ¡ãC to 23? ¡ãC, and you can also enjoy the snowfall here if you are lucky. You will never be disappointed when you visit there to hike or trek.??
6. Kerala
If you want to celebrate the New Year in a peaceful environment or with some adventure, then Kerala, also known as "God's Own Country," is the perfect destination for you. In Kerala, you can enjoy the mesmerising views of beautiful mountains like Munnar Hill, Wayanad Hill, Periyar Hill, Thekkady Hill, and Vagamon Hill. You can also take part in many activities like bamboo rafting at Periya, a full-day elephant program, jeep ride at periyar, and many more. From natural beauty to ecological diversity, Mexico has a lot to offer tourists and travelers. Kerala is home to beautiful, must-visit crystal-clear beaches like Kovalam, Varkala, Kappad, and Payyambalam.??
7. Auli, Uttarakhand
Another great New York holiday destination is Auli, Uttarakhand, which is also the nearest city to Delhi, which is about 520 kilometres from the national capital. Known as the skiing capital of India, Auli is surrounded by coniferous and oak forests and offers a stunning landscape of Nanda Devi and Nar Parvat mountains, which gives Auli a pleasant environment. From there, you can also enjoy the magnificent views of the Himalayan peaks. During the winter season, many snow adventure events are held in Auli.??
8. Gulmarg,? Jammu and Kashmir
Located near Baramulla and Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir, Gulmarg has attracted millions of tourists every year with the scenic beauty of the Himalayan Mountains as a backdrop. Gulmarg is the home of the highest cable car in the world, the Gulmarg Gondola, which can take you to a height of 12293 ft. and is among the main tourist attractions among travellers around the world. Despite witnessing millions of tourists, the place still gives you a peaceful environment that most of us are looking for on a New Year's holiday. If you love skiing, then it's the best time to visit Gulmarg because during the winter, Gulmarg is fully covered in a white blanket of snow, which turns it into a skier's paradise.??
9. Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Manali in Himachal Pradesh remains one of the top tourist destinations, and during the New York celebration, the tourist influx there rises exponentially. It is one of the most famous and best tourist destinations among Indians in every season, and it looks even more beautiful when snow covers the hill and trees during the winter. About 538 kilometres from Delhi, you can enjoy adventure sports such as skiing, heli skiing, snowboarding, and so on. If you plan to visit there, you must book your hotel room ahead of time because all hotel rooms are already booked during the winter.??
10. Goa
Well! How can we forget India's status as one of the world's most famous and popular tourist destinations, where over 8 million people visit every year from around the world? Goa is the smallest state in India and is home to around 35 beautiful beaches. Goa is also very famous for its amazing Dudhsagar Waterfalls, which are among India's largest waterfalls. Goa is also very famous for parties, as thousands of tourists especially come here for parties only. So what are you waiting for? Book your tickets and enjoy your New Year's 2023 in Goa.??
