With a number of tourist opting for holiday destinations abroad there a few who like to be a part of their country to begin the new year.
Gear up to make this New Year special by travelling to one of the below mentioned places this New in India
- Udaipur- The City of Lakes
Kick off the new year in the City of Lakes, Udaipur! Apart from lakes there are numerous things for tourists here, palaces, forts, temples and hills. There are numerous attractions for tourists like, The City palace, Pichola lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, Eklingji temple, Saheliyo ki Bari, Jaisamand Lake, Jag Mandir palace and Shilp gram. If you have a doubt you can go palace hopping, handicraft shopping, touch the Aravalli hills, touch the Peak of Bansdara Mountain, or play with the cars at vintage car museum, watch the Haldhigatti caves, boat ride at Pichola Lake etc. Check out your budget and choose a place to stay.
- Kerala – The backwaters
It is a perfect place to party at New Year’s eve amidst natural beauty and water bodies worth craving for. The beach parties are as exciting as ever. You can book a houseboat and enjoy personal time in the backwaters of Alleppey. Ideal for beach lovers.
- Jaipur – The Pink City
The Amer fort, known across the world for its regal charm, Jaipur is without a doubt one of the best places in India to celebrate new year. When here, you can welcome the new year in so many ways. If you feel like diving into the local heritage, you can spend the new year’s eve at Choki Dhani, witnessing cultural performances and eating delicious Rajasthani cuisine. And if you want to feel like the maharajas, there is always so many royal resorts and hotels in Jaipur like the ITC Rajputana that offer the best of hospitality and world-class amenities.
- Rann of Kutch – The white salt desert
New Year is the most celebrated event at the Tent City. When the fireworks light up the wide sky, the Tent City glows with colours of celebration and grand cultural activities. Guests indulge in dancing and singing at our exclusive New Year party. Rann of Kutch during the new year period organizes the much-awaited Rann Utsav. This makes it among the best places to visit during new year in India. The stunning white salt desert complements the colorful ethnicity of Gujarat, which is showcased beautifully in this event.
- Coorg (Kodagu): The Scotland of India
This is one of the best places to celebrate this New Year in India against a scenic background. Kodagu is. Destinations to look out for are Abbey Falls, Namdroling monastery, Nagarhole national park and much more. Besides, Coorg is the place to taste some authentic Kodava cuisine, explore the coffee and tea plantations, taste some jackfruit, buy some spices, watch some migratory birds, or simply enjoy the beauty of the hills by sitting in the resorts on hills.
- Jaisalmer: The Golden City
Enjoy your New Year as you travel to this Golden city for exploring its deserts, camel safari and clear skies. Places to visit are many including, the Jaisalmer fort, sand dunes, camping, and famous monuments. Don’t miss out the camel safari and finish your night by viewing the clear skies of the Milky Way. You can even taste some authentic Rajasthani cuisine and make your New Year special.
- Lakshwadeep: The Paradise on Earth
Once again one of the most desired New Year destinations to hang out with Family or friends. The serene beaches, coral reef romantic atmosphere are enough reasons to visit this paradise on Earth. Make sure to visit, the inicoy Island, Agatti Islands, Bangaram Island, Kadmat, Marine museum, Amindivi Islands, Andretti Islands and Light house. Go for water sports fun at Agatti Islands, fish watching at marine museum and experience the culture and markets at Amindivi islands.
- Shillong: The Rock Capital of India
One of the best place to celebrate your New Year with your beloved ones. The attractions instored for you include the Elephant Falls, Mawlynnong, Umaim Lake, Don Bosco museum, Shillong peak, Mawsynram and Ward’s lake. You have innumerable options like, putting some tents on any of the sprawling meadows, visiting the Sacred Forest, Trail on the David Scott, get mesmerized by the Sweet falls, or gush down to see Spread Eagle falls.
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Another place to celebrate new year, with unique freshness in air, serene atmosphere and calm islands, is to make it to the Andamans to welcome 2018. Some of the attractions are the Neil Island, Elephant Beach, Ross Island, Chidiya Tapu, Bharatpur beach. The Radhanagar beach can leave you relaxed and rejuvinated, or go visiting the Cellular jail, taste some best sea foods or relax at the Jolly Buoy Islands or cruise at Makruzz.
- Goa: The beach Paradize
The list remains incomplete without mentioning, Goa as one of the ideal place for a vacation around New Year. Goa is also blessed with a wide range of biodiversity from sea-eagles to water buffaloes. Add the luxurious hotels, the umpteen food choices and the numerous party places-you now have the best places to celebrate New year 2018. If you are a seeker of peace and utterly enchanting beaches, Gokarna is the quieter version of Goa. This is a perfect place to spend your new year’s eve in India.
The list can go on and on. The metropolitan cities like Delhi, Bombay, Kokata are all time favourites.