Destination: Vrindavan
Route: Delhi Faridabad Palwal Kosi Vrindavan (NH-2)
Distance: 150kms
Type of Destination: Day trip/weekend getaway
Description: Vrindavan is famous for Hindu temples and is a famous destination for Hindu pilgrims, yet it offers an old world charm to photographers and one can spend entire day photographing various temples in Vrindavan.
Places to visit: Madan Mohan temple, Sri Krishna-Balrama Temple, Banke-Bihari Temple among the numerous temples that can be found in Vrindavan. One can also visit Mathura which is located 15kms from Vrindavan.
Tips: Roads are generally good throughout, however it is best to leave early in the morning to escape rush hour traffic. Photography is not allowed in Sri Krishna-Balrama Temple; however one can indulge in photography at Banke-Bihari Temple, where only taking the photo of idols is not allowed. Dont forget to indulge in the wonderful sweets that can found in the numerous sweetshops near Banke-Bihari Temple.
Link to trip log: www.yogeshsarkar.com/trips/vrindavan/
Additional link: www.mathuravrindavan.com/mathura/vrindavan.htm