Where to unwind this New Year? From festive Goa to offbeat Mechuka, pick your spot

Auli, situated at a height of about 2,500 meters, is a popular ski resort and is often frequented by adventure seekers. Auli can be easily reached by road as it is about 370 km from the national capital. Apart from skiing, vacationers can enjoy the viewpoints in Auli and go on a cable car ride.

Home to some of the most scenic beaches in India, Goa receives thousands of tourists for Christmas and New Year celebrations. In fact, it’s the most popular destination around this time. The state organises the Mando festival and Goa art and literature festival in December. While in Goa, one can visit the Baga Beach, Aguada Beach, Bom Jesus Basilica, Calangute Beach, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary and Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary.

According to The Times of India, Mechuka in Arunachal Pradesh is set to become a rage in 2022 as an offbeat place where one be far from the madding crowd. The valley is situated at a height of around 6,000 feet above sea level. While in Mechuka, one can enjoy adventure sports like mountain biking, zorbing, river crossing and rock climbing.

Situated in Meghalaya, this quaint village houses the Umngot river, which has recently become a rage on the internet for its crystal clear and transparent waters. An off the beaten track destination, Dawki is a good place to detox.