Republic Day 2026: 4 Retreats Near Delhi to Find Your Soul (Or Just Hide)
Let’s be real: Republic Day 2026, falling on a Monday, is a trap. Half of Delhi will be stuck in a 4-hour jam on the NH8 trying to reach Jaipur, and the other half will be fighting over a single chair at a cafe in Mussoorie. If your idea of "recharge" doesn't involve inhaling diesel fumes or listening to a stranger’s reel at full volume, it’s time for a Micro-Adventure. 1. The "I Can Still See My Office" Escape: Karma Lakelands, Gurgaon The Vibe: It’s so green you’ll forget you’re in Gurgaon until you check your GPS. It’s a "no-horn" zone, which for a Delhiite is basically a sensory deprivation chamber. The Wellness: They offer "Forest Bathing." In normal speak, that’s just walking among trees without checking your phone. SATire Tip: If you see a golf ball flying toward your head during meditation, that’s just the universe telling you to align your chakras. 2. The "Modern Palace" Reset: Taj Amer, Jaipur (via the Backroads) The ...