January 2025 is gifting us a rare and much-awaited opportunity for a long weekend, thanks to the festival of Sankranti. With January 11th and 12th falling on Saturday and Sunday, and January 14th marking Sankranti, all you need is a leave on the 13th (Monday) and 15th (Wednesday) to unlock a five-day getaway! If you’re looking to step out of Visakhapatnam and indulge your wanderlust, here are five perfect travel ideas to consider: 1. Jaipur This Sankranti, Jaipur transforms into an aurora of colours as kites fill its skies.
The Jaipur Kite Festival, hosted annually by the Rajasthan Tourism Department, is a must-visit during this season. Held at the picturesque Jal Mahal, the festival invites enthusiasts for exciting kite wars and friendly kite-flying sessions. Beyond kites, Jaipur’s culinary delights like Gajak, Til ke Laddu, and the fiber sweet Feeni add flavour to the festivities.
Arrive early, and you can also catch the Bikaner Camel Festival (until January 12th), a unique celebration of Rajasthan’s cultural charm. 2. Chilika Lake If peaceful landscapes and wildlife excite you, Odisha’s Chilika Lake is the perfect pick.
Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon is a haven for migratory birds like flamingos and pelicans during winter season, which means now is the best time to visit it. While you’re there, visit the 200-year-old Rambha Palace, now a luxury resort. If you’re willing to shell out a few extra days, you can extend your trip to include the beaches of Pu.
