WEEKEND GETAWAYS
Hurray! The month of March has two long weekends [for those who also have an off on Gudi Padwa]. And you need not worry if you still haven’t planned your quick getaway yet. We’re here to the rescue! Read on to find out where you can go and what all you can do to make the most of the long weekends in the month of March.
[Monday, 13 Mar: Holi]
Where to go?
Coorg, Karnataka, India
February and March are ideal if you wish to travel to Coorg, to admire the stunning white flowers that bloom on coffee plants. Take a plantation tour in Coorg to learn about the bean to cup journey of your favourite beverage, smell the coffee in the air, and capture countless shots of the flower beds that look no less than a scene from a Yash Chopra film. Are you all set for this truly offbeat experience?
Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India
The vibrant Holi procession in Mathura on the 12th –that starts from Vishram Ghat and culminates at the Holi Gate—will enthral you beyond your imagination. Add to that, the big Holi celebration will take place at the Dwarkadheesh Temple, Mathura. The splash of colours, delicious local snacks (and bhaang!) and the friendliness of the locals will further add to the flavour of the festival. Holi hai!
[Tuesday, 28 Mar: Gudi Padva]
Where to go?
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
March is possibly the best time to visit Rishikesh, and for reasons more than one. Experience the thrills of white-water rafting amidst the valleys of Rishikesh and let your adrenaline pump up high. This is also the perfect weather for other outdoor activities in Rishikesh like bungee jumping, trekking and camping. Get going!
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Sri Lanka
Just a 1.5-hour flight away from Chennai, Sri Lanka is not as far as it seems. Plan a tranquil getaway to the beaches of Sri Lanka—explore its abundant wildlife, sip on rich teas and gorge on scrumptious seafood. Take a break from the trappings of your city routines and pack up to just lie back on a beach, sighing to the sunset views. Trust us when we say you won’t regret it!
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