Missed The New Year Long Weekend? Here Are 7 Places To Visit During Republic Day Holiday

by Kritika Kukreja
Missed The New Year Long Weekend? Here Are 7 Places To Visit During Republic Day Holiday

The most dreadful year 2020 is finally over? While places gradually open, it is already time for you to have your 2021 travel plans in place. This long weekend calendar will help you. But, you have missed the New Year long weekend, you can always catch up on your getaways on Republic Day. While this year, Republic Day falls on a Tuesday, you can take a leave on Monday and head to these gorgeous locations  for a four-day trip. Read on.

1. Rann Of Kutch

Planning to be whisked away for the second long weekend of the year? Head to the Rann Utsav at Rann of Kutch for the festival of music and culture. Although, it is a four-month long festival, but you can attend a couple of days to get a taste of real heritage here.

Also read: Immerse Yourself In Nature & Luxury In Woods At Sasan, Gujarat

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Rann Utsav, Rann of Kutch

2. Goa

When you are getting a splendid four-day holiday, head to Goa. Goa‘s weather this time will be cool and pleasant so head to the beach destination to spend some quality time and attend night-long parties and eat lip-smacking seafood.

Also read: 11 Lesser-Known Travel Experiences In Goa You Must Try

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Ocean Trek on Nevati | Image credit: Rural Tourism Network Enterprise

3. Wildlife Stay At Laxman Sagar

Enjoy a quiet stay at Rajasthan’s wildlife stay – Lakshman Sagar. Lakshman Sagar was built in the 19th Century as a hunting lodge by the then Thakur of Raipur. Despite going through a few changes over the years, it still continues to remain the center of hospitality for tourists across the globe.

Also read: Lakshman Sagar In Rajasthan Has A Private Pool In Every Cottage & Is Every Traveler’s Dream

 

4. Gokarna

Since this is another 4 day weekend falling in 2021, why not take a trip to a place where you can expand your skills. So whether you’re learning how to surf in Gokarna, or Scuba diving in the Andamans, it will be a pretty neat deal!

Also read: 7 Places You Can Travel To In India To Learn Something New

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5. Kolad

Let’s make this weekend an adventurous one by visiting the river rafting camp at Kolad. Weather like this should not be wasted by sitting at home! Bring some excitement in your lives and enjoy the monsoons with white water rafting at Kundalika river, just 4 hours away from Mumbai. Kundalika river is the hub for white water rafting which is one of the most captivating adventure activities in the terrain.

Also read: #WeekendGoals: Go River Rafting For Only ₹1,650 At Kolad

6. Athirapally, Kerala

We’ve got something up our sleeves down South too. Being one of the gems in India, Athirapally in Kerala has picturesque waterfalls and is the ultimate paradise for people bitten by the travel bug.

Also read: Athirapally In Kerala Has The Most Scenic Waterfalls That You Can’t Miss

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Athirapally falls

7. Sula, Nashik

It might be a dry day in your city, but not in Grover Zampa. Behold wine lovers, Grover Zampa in Nashik has a perfect weekend planned for you. Know all about wine making & tasting at this vineyard all in a day’s trip, just 3 hours away from Mumbai.

Also read: We’ve Found Paradise For Wine Lovers At Grover Zampa In Nashik