Badhkal Lake
One of the best picnic spots, this panoramic man-made lake is set amidst the majestic Aravali Hills while being surrounded by stunning gardens and overwhelming serenity. If enough time spent boating, camel and horse riding makes you hungry, the Haryana Tourism Resort serves piping hot delicacies. Those who enjoy doing nothing can just sit back and gaze upon migratory birds. Venturing too far can surprise you with messages written on stones warning you about proximity to snakes. The lake is absolutely picturesque, fit for anybody seeking solitude in a serene locale.

Sohna
This unique hilly attraction, standing atop the Aravalli Hills, looks out at a wide panoramic view of the plains below it. The landscape has a riot of hardy shrubs and clusters of flowering trees. It is said that gold dust used to be collected from the sands of streams around it. Not just for its naturally beauty, this place is also reputed for its sulphur springs that recline at the feet of a perpendicular rock, capped by a dome believed to have been built in the 14th century. What more, there is also a mini swimming pool, filled with water churned from a wall mural. But that’s not it; Sohna is also legendary for its vintage Car Rally held in February every year.

Suraj Kund
Built in the pre-Sultanate days, around the 10th century, this spot is a perennial lake hugged by rock-cut steps. The Sun temple proudly stood here around 1000 AD, whose remains today prove its age. It is said Raja Surajpal, who built this beauty, also had a sun pool and an amphitheatre within the periphery. This marvelous water body isn’t a dead basin; the rains always make sure to keep it brim-full. Not only is it a beautiful and serene surrounding but also a site of a major crafts festival held every February.

Dasna
Meaning snake-bite in Sanskrit, Dasna, a charming little town is thought to be founded by the Rajput king, Salarsi. While bathing in the Ganges in an attempt to kill his leprosy, he developed immense infatuation for this place. That resulted in him building a fort and settling down for good. History maintains that the name is derived after an incident where a man was bitten by a snake while digging for the fort’s foundation.

Mud Fort
Not far from the city, this mighty fort deafens one from the city’s ruckus and commotion. Built in the 18th century by Jat rulers, it has bravely endured numerous muscular assaults from the Marathas, Sikhs, Rohillas, Rajputs, as well as the French and East India Company. With critical security in mind, the fort was built with seven towers to kick off cannons tossed by the British.