Weekend Getaways near Mainpuri

Mainpuri is surrounded by many popular tourist destinations which gives a joyful weekend experience. Most of the locations are within 350 km from the city which comforts the travelling duration for tourists in Mainpuri. The city railway station and the UPSRTC bus service enable Mainpuri’s tours and travel to its neighbouring cities.

Delhi

Delhi is one of the favourite weekend tourist spot in India. The iron pillar constructed during Gupta Empire and the 72.5 m tall world heritage site Qutub Minar attract a large number of tourists from Mainpuri and all over the world every day. The world heritage site Red Fort built by Great Mughal Emperor Akbar is a historic landmark of the city. Humayun Tomb in Delhi is another monument which stands as a finest example for Mughal architectural tomb structure. The city itself is filled with many tourist spots, shopping paradise and pilgrim centres.

How to reach

Delhi is situated at a distance of 282 km from Mainpuri which can be reached through the Kalindi express (14723) in about 6 hrs 30 mins.

Gwalior

Gwalior depicts the rule of Tomaras, Mughals, Marathas and Scindias in the city. Majestic Gwalior Fort, also described as “the Gibraltar on India”, is located in the heart of the city. It was built by the rulers of Tomar Dynasty. The statues of Jain Tirthankaras in Gopachal Parvat attract a larger number of Jain devotees from Mainpuri to its vicinity. The Gwalior trade fair is one of the important and biggest fair is organised in January or February. It creates much hype among tourists since it is considered as one of the colourful fairs in India. Maharaj Bada is a renowned shopping market in the city. Tombs of Rani Lakshmibai, Tansen, Gaus Mohammed, Jai Vilas Mahal, Shyam Vatika, sun temple, museum are some of the other popular tourist destinations in Gwalior.

How to reach

Gwalior is located at a distance of 163 km from Mainpuri which can be reached through roadways in about 2 hrs 30 mins.

Bhopal

Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, has a countless number of tourist destinations which fills the weekend’s vibrant memories. The city homes renowned masjids like the Taj-ul-Masjid, Jama Masjid and Moti Masjid. Lower lake built by a minister from the kingdom of Nawab Hayat Mohd. Khan named Chote Khan is a small lake which covers an area of 8 sq km provides excellent boating rides for its tourists. Upper lake also known as Bhojtal across river Kolan is a popular tourist destination in Bhopal. Bhimbetka cave narrates the evolution of human race along the time period through paintings. Kerwa dam is a wonderful picnic spot. Double-storey fish aquarium near Raj Bhavan homes enormous varieties of fishes. Other famous tourist destinations in Bhopal are Gohar Mahal, Raisen, Delawadi, Ginnorgarh, Regional Science Centre, Van Vihar and many more.

How to reach

Bhopal is located at a distance of 621 km from Mainpuri, many routes favour its reach but the shortest two-way journey is through Agra, by roadways. Agra Bhopal express (12002) reaches Bhopal in around 9 hrs 10 mins.

Bharatpur

Bharatpur city in Brij region of Rajasathan is also known as the eastern gateway to Rajasthan. The city provides varied tourist options like the Keoladeo National Park, Lahagarh Fort, Government Museum, Golbagh Palace, Moti Mahal, Kishore Mahal, Laxmi Vilas Palace, Nehru Park, Vishwapriya Park and many other pilgrim centres. In the city tourists can taste wide varieties of fast food items apart from the traditional cuisine of Rajasthan.

How to reach

Bharatpur is located at a distance of 190 kms from Mainpuri. It can be reached though roadways using a car or bus in about 4 hrs 45 mins.

Jaipur

Jaipur also known as the pink city of India is the state capital of Rajasthan. The city one of the best tourist locations in India as its homes historic forts like Hawa Mahal also called as palace of the winds structured in the form of Lord Krishna crown, Amer fort at the banks of Maoto lake on the top of the hill, Jaigarh fort also called as the Cheel La Teela overlooks the Amer fort,Nahargarh fort overlooks the Jaipur city, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Jal Mahal, Birla Mandir and eye catching gardens like Ram
nivas garden, Sisodia Rani garden, Jawahar circle garden and Jaipur Central park.

How to reach

Jaipur is located at a distance of 348 km from Mainpuri, the UPSRTC bus service facilitates to reach Jaipur from Mainpuri at a duration of 8hrs 30mins.

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Haridwar

The holy river Ganga touches North India starting from the soil of Haridwar which also gives the city a name Gangadwara. The city is hailed as one of the holiest destinations of India which attracts enormous devotees to its vicinity each year. The city is filled with temples and ashrams. Renowned temples like Har Ki Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Mansa Devi Temple, Maya Devi Temple, Kankhal, Sureshvari Temple and many others. Alcohol and non-veg food is strictly restricted to consume in the city.

How to reach

Haridwar is located at a distance of 504 km from Mainpuri. The two way train travel reaches the location in about 12hrs 50 mins. One can take Mainpuri Kalindi Express (14723) which reaches Ghaziabad junction from where take Dehradun express (12017) to reach Haridwar junction.