Top 5 budget friendly destinations for a year end vacay

2022 is bidding adieu in a couple of weeks and a year-end vacay is waiting for you. Choose from these budget friendly destinations in India to end the year creating lovely memories.

Budget friendly destinations

Udaipur

Known as the city of lakes, Udaipur is an amalgamation of history, culture and traditions. The royal city boasts beautiful lakes and gardens. Do not forget to try local Rajasthani cuisines and enjoy a camel ride when visiting Udaipur.

Top 3 tourist spots:

1. City Palace - Built over a period of about 400 years ago, this palace is considered the largest of its type in the state of Rajasthan.

2. Saheliyon ki Bari - Located on the banks of Lake Fateh Sagar, it is one of the most mesmerising gardens with 2000 crystallized fountains all around.

3. Lake Pichola – This is one of the most scenic artificial lakes of Udaipur built in 1362 AD.

Puducherry

With remnants of the French colonial past spread across the town's architecture, this union territory is one of the most popular destinations in South India that's surrounded by serene beaches.

Top 3 tourist spots:

1. Auroville – A small colony built about 10 kms north of Puducherry, surrounded by nature.

2. Matri Mandir - Situated at the centre of Auroville, Matri Mandir is located on an open space called 'Peace'. It does not belong to any particular religion or sect.

3. Paradise beach - Best time to visit this beach is early morning for sunrise.

Darjeeling

Popularly known as Queen of the Hills, Darjeeling is loved by tourists for its old-world charm. December to February is an off season making the destination a pocket friendly one.

Top 3 tourist spots:

1. Tea gardens - A joyous toy train ride around the tea estates is not to be missed.

2. Tiger Hills - The breathtaking sunrise at Tiger Hills is one of the best.

3. Ghoom Monastery – It is one of the oldest and the highest monasteries of India.

Khajuraho

This ancient city is home to intricate sculptures and spellbinding historical tales and architectural grandeurs.

Top 3 tourist spots:

1. Khajuraho Group of Temples: Take a tour of these UNESCO world heritage temples from the 9th and 10th centuries.

2. Raneh Falls: Known as the Great canyon of India, it is a 98 ft. deep canyon naturally made of crystalline granite.

3. Panna Tiger Reserve: An amazing habitat of dense, dry and grassland forest, Panna is an abode to a wide range of wildlife.

Kutch

From temples to wildlife, Kutch has everything that you want. Winters are the perfect season to visit this amazing destination.

Top 3 tourist spots:

1. Rann of Kutch - Enjoy the world famous ‘Rann of Kutch festival’ happening till February 20th, 2023.

2. Mandvi – Visit Topansar Lake to spot migratory birds.

3. Bhuj - Located near Hamirsar Lake, this ancient city is abode of heritage palaces, temples and wildlife sanctuaries.

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