Top 5 Indian Destinations to Celebrate New Year

From Las Vegas to Paris, London to Sydney, there are a few cities in the world that ring in the New Year in style and with spectacular fireworks. But how about welcoming the first day of the new calendar in our very own desi way? India has several beautiful destinations, where this special occasion is celebrated with all pomp and fervour. So, pack your bags and get ready to revel in the New Year festivities at these 5 places in India.

Goa

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Who doesn’t look forward to spending the New Year’s eve in this exotic beach destination of India? And you can’t blame them, as there are several reasons to head to Goa in the concluding week of the year. The Sunburn festival, a three day electronic dance music festival, held on the Vagator beach is among its main attractions. The Supersonic Festival initiated by VJ Nikhil Chinapa is another popular music festival held here that is worth a watch. The night markets of Goa are decked up during the New Year and add to the overall enthusiasm. You would love to shop, eat and hang out here until the wee hours of the morning. Visit the casinos here during this season and you will know why the place is referred to as the Las Vegas of India. While on you way back to home, don’t forget to grab the sweet, crunchy Goan cashewnuts!

Kerala

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What can be a better place to welcome the New Year than the God’s own country? The Cochin Carnival held here during the last week of December pulls a huge crowd each year. The loud drum beats, music, folk dance performances, fun filled games and the massive procession that form a part of this carnival make it an event to remember. Besides, New Year parties held in Varkala and Kovalam are also worth visiting. You may even book a houseboat, go canoeing, trekking or river rafting. Unlike, most other parts of the country, the weather in Kerela is quite favourable around this time of the year.

Mumbai

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If you are a wild party animal looking for glitzy parties, night clubs and discos, then Mumbai is your destination. Special events are organized on the beach sides and at various lounges and hotels throughout the city.

Manali

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Wish to celebrate the New Year amid snow covered mountains and valleys? Head towards Manali! One of the most popular tourist spots in India, Manali is also among the best places in the country to celebrate New Year. Several hotels and clubs organize parties to celebrate the festival. You also get ample opportunity to enjoy snow sporting activities. In fact, the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Devepment Corporation offers special rates on hotels and tour packages around this time.

Udaipur

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Celebrate New Year in a traditional style at Udaipur.  The beauty of the place increases, many folds during the Noel season. Several notable hotels and resorts in and around the city, including the esteemed Rajmahal Bhinder, the Chunda Palace, the Royal Retreat Resort and Spa, Hotel Devi Garh and Ramada Udaipur Resort and Spa are illuminated with lights and grand parties are hosted here to celebrate the occasion.

Where are you heading this year?