Just adjacent to the foothills of Aravalli Mountains a very beautiful and prosperous region lies, and we call it a state ‘Haryana’. It denotes the Hindu goddess Vishnu. Mahabharata, an epic battle, was also fought here and that is the reason that this place has a strong religious importance among Hindu religion. Earlier this was part of the Punjab state, but in year 1966 Punjab was divided in two states and one of them is Haryana. As this state lies adjacent to the capital of India, ‘Delhi’, connectivity to this has no issues. Plethora of ancient culture and heritage is what attracts so many people every year. Sprawling in large area of 44,000 square kilometers, it has a very stable agriculture sector. Let’s see, what are the places famous as ‘tourist destinations’ in Haryana.
Best Tourist Places to Visit in Haryana (A brief data on top places)
Gurgaon
An industrial cum corporate hub, Gurgaon is situated near capital of India. The type of development and establishment which has taken place in this area over the past 10 years is highly commendable and it has lead this place to become a good spot to have fun. Although we cannot say that it is a tourist destination, but yes for spending one day here is quite good. Top brands of clothes, hotel, cars and much more, are present in this city. This is the reason why so much crowd get’s attracted towards this city. Some of the places which you might want to visit are: Kingdoms of dreams, iSKATE, Sultanpur national bird sanctuary etc.
Kurukshetra
It is said that the battle of Mahabharata took place in this region and it holds a religious importance in the hearts of Hindu culture. Several places like Sri Krishna Museum, Jyotisar, Brahma Sarovar are some of the main attractions.
Panipat
A Historic point where some of the bloodiest battles took place in Indian history. In Indian history, this region has always been famous for experiencing battle between great empires fighting for their control. Places like Grave of Ibrahim Lodhi, Kabuli Bagh Mosque, Devi Temple are some of the main attractions.
Faridabad
Just 4 hours drive from Delhi; Faridabad is another industrial cum commercial hub that is emerging very fast. With Aravalli hills on the side and few lakes on the other, this city has lot to offer. With upcoming housing projects, some of the charm has been lost by this city but natural beauty to some extent is still intact. Surajkund Lake, Badkhal Lake, Camp Wild are some of the star attractions. In evening nice views of Aravalli mountains are impeccable and a walk over these mountains is always advised by travelers. Green pastures on these mountains are really something to go for.
Ambala
As such this is not a ‘tourist spot’, but still like other cities, it has its own places where people come in large numbers to visit. It is among the places that holds the largest Army bases in India. Paget Park, Sis Ganj Gurudwara, Badshahi Bag Gurudwara etc. are the star attractions.
Narnaul
This is the main town of the district Mahendragarh. In ancient era this town was called as Nar Rashtra, which means ‘fear of lions’. Doshi is a famous hill here and it is considered as very auspicious. Chor Gumbad, Khalda Wale Hanuman ji, Tomb of Ibrahim Khan Sur etc. are the star attractions.
Mahendragarh
This district is famous for its couple of star attraction like Dhosi Hill, Jal Mahal, Modawala Mandir, Tripolia Gateway. March is the ideal time to visit this region.
Pinjore
Pinjore is located near to Chandigarh. The closest airport is Chandigarh International airport. Pinjore is famous for Mughal gardens and Shivalik hills. Pinjore (Yadavindra) Gardens and Mughal Gardens are famous places to visit here.
Ferozpur Jhirka
Located in Mewat District and Gandhi Garden, Sheetala Mata Mandir is a famous place to visit.
Karnal
Karnal is among the fastest growing cities in India. Karnal was founded by Kaurva for the King Karna. Although there are various places like hotels, parks but Karnal Lake is the most famous place to visit.
Rohtak
This city is located 70 Km northwest of Delhi. It is among the most promising growing city in India. The Bani Khera Farm is a famous place to visit and you will get to know about traditional village life of Haryana.
Rewari
Rewari is 20 Km from capital Delhi and a potential hub for industrial setups. Rewari Heritage Steam Locomotive Museum is a place must to see.
Chandigarh
Chandigarh is the common capital of both Haryana and Punjab. It is among the most planed city in India and Le Corbusier’s designed this beautiful city. With city divided into proper sections and proper roads make journey in this city much more favorable. In terms of natural beauty this city is not very far from any other leading city. A blend of two different cultures namely Haryana and Punjab can be easily seen here. Capital Complex, Nek Chand Fantasy Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake are some of the star attractions of Chandigarh. This city can be visited in any month of the year and in winters climate conditions are very favorable.
Tips for Journey
The local language is totally different from national language and it can be an issue if you are travelling through local transportation. Hot and Humid climate is the only factor that daunts people to visit Haryana in the month of May and June. Beware of touts and avoid falling into traps of cheap deals. As there are so many temples, career change money as much as possible to donate. All types of transportation are available in this state and being closer to the capital city, this state enjoys great transportation facilities. If you are planning to roam whole state, then go for deluxe mode of transportation as it will ease your stress. Winters are also harsh in this state, so keep yourself prepared for that. In summers try to wear clothes that are loose and comfortable to wear, as hot and humid conditions can be unbearable. Generally hotels are cheaper here and prices remains almost stable throughout the year.