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Weekend Getaways




Thank God! Winters are finally here with sweaters & socks, Sarso ka saag, Daulat ki Chaat and born-fire with all the warmth. Dilli ki Sardi is something which should be in everyone's bucket list as it comes along with celebrations like Christmas, Lohri, Basant Panchami, and, a variety of scrumptious food. I think it's the best time to have fun & travel around as well but the question is When & Where?

'Weekend' is the answer & Where all? I'll be telling you in this Story:

1.    Agra

Pack your bags for the upcoming weekend and head towards to this incredible city of Uttar Pradesh, known by the World for its- Taj Mahal. Agra has all our hearts because of this Wonderful White-Marbled monument which was made by the Mughal Emperor, Shahjahan for his third wife- Mumtaz Jahan which took 20 years to build by 20,000 workers.

Later, when Shah Jahan died, he was buried next to his wife and that's one Love Story which will definitely give you goosebumps when you visit Taj Mahal in Agra & Titlyy wants you to experience this Architectural beauty along with other Mahals, forts & Museums of this city.

New Delhi to Agra       213 kms

By Road                        Approx 04 hours

By Train                         Max 2 hours from New Delhi Railway Station

2.    Amritsar

Amritsar is a city that deserves to get ticked on your calendar this weekend. This small city has so much to offer, be it tempting food or its critical history. The Golden Temple is the pride of Amritsar where you will find solace when you sit near Sarovar(Pool of Nectar) and embrace the beautiful golden reflection of Shri Harmandir Sahib, the fifth Sikh Guru had designed the construction of it. His idea of building four gates of the Golden Temple was simply about welcoming everyone irrespective of their caste, creed, sex, and religion.

Titlyy is fond of this Holy city and recommends you to participate in the preparation of Langar (communal meal) at the Golden Temple which serves 70 thousand people every day.

New Delhi to Amritsar    500 kms

By Road                           12hours

By Train                             Max 7 hours from  New Delhi Railway Station

3.    Jaipur

How about going to the Pink City on a weekend to kill your upcoming 'Monday blues'? Well, Jaipur has that kind of potential. This city is going to blow your mind with its Architecture, Royalty & Artifacts. It is named as the World Heritage Site by UNESCO, which becomes the very reason to catch your next train to Jaipur.

Jaipur is one of the largest cities of India with splendid Palaces and Forts like Amber Fort; Hawa Mahal & Palace- turned Heritage Hotels (where you can actually Live Life King- Size). The city homes one of the 5 five Jantar Mantar built in India by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the 17th century.

Tip: Do not forget to gorge on Rajasthan's traditional sweet- Gevar as soon as you reach here. (Telling you the best place to eat Gevar in the next story)

New Delhi to Jaipur     282 kms

By Road                        Approx 5 hours

By Train                         Approx 5 hours 40 from New Delhi Railway Station

4.    Ranthambore

Are you the one who always wanted to be a Wildlife Photographer but never really found the Subject in its natural habitat? Then, my friend, you are going to celebrate your Weekend at Ranthambore. (Thank us later!)

Ranthambore is famous for its National Park and Tiger Reserve with a total of 10 zones where zone 3 is believed to be a suitable habitat for tigers. Padam Talab (Lake) is one of the vantage points at this zone to spot some Tigers in action. So keep your Cameras handy to click some of the best Shots for your Wildlife Photography.

As per the records (2018), currently, there are 70 tigers in Ranthambore National Park. The best time to spot these majestic predators is between October to April.

New Delhi to Ranthambore  398 kms

By Road                                  Approx 8 hours (Recommended)

By Train                                  To Sawai Madhopur (nearest railway station), Max approx 5hours from Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station.                                 

#We recommend to take a train to Jaipur and then take a Cab to Ranthambore from Jaipur (approx 4hours)

5.    Mandawa

Titlyy has especially curated this Weekend Getaway to 'The Open Art Gallery' for the Art and Culture lovers. MANDAWA is a small old- fashioned town in Rajasthan, situated in the heart Shekhawati region. Until 14 Century A.D., MANDAWA used to be the important stoppage for Traders & Merchants to Barter via Silk Route.

Mandawa is known for its magnificent Havelis (Mansions), Palaces, Art and Mandawa Fort which has Fresco painted- arched Gateway of Lord Krishna, which introduces you to the ancient Indian Art.

It's a quintessential Royal weekend escape destination with your gang of friends.

New Delhi to Mandawa      260 kms

By Road                                Approx 7 hours

 6.    Orchha

The feeling of connecting oneself with the Era of Kings and Princes boosts you enough to be the one. Isn't it?

Orchha, a picturesque town nestled on the banks of the river- Betwa in the princely state of Central India is fascinating folks since it's established by Rudra Pratap Singh in the 16th Century AD. The mighty Bundela Kings had left Orchha with a rich history in the form of Temples & Palaces which disclose the tales of their battles.

The major attractions are- Orchha Fort, Jhansi Fort, Chaturbhuj Temple & Orchha Wildlife Sanctuary, which is a delight for bird watchers as it has nearly 200 species of birds.

New Delhi to Jaipur  478 kms

By Road                      9 hours

By Train                      To Jhansi (nearest station)approx 7 hours  from New Delhi Railway Station


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