Where To Visit For Good Friday Celebration?

Author: Priyanka Saxena on Apr 09,2020

You must be familiar with the event called 'Groundhog Day'. A very popular event that coincides with Easter, also a movie of the same name has been made. It's an American tradition that takes place at Punxsutawney in Pennsylvania, that if a groundhog emerging from its burrow on this day sees its shadow due to clear weather and goes back to its den then the winter will persist for six more weeks; but if it does not see its shadow because of the cloud cover, spring will arrive early. And it’s a grand tradition. It may not be an established scientific fact, but that doesn’t matter; what matters is the celebration that is associated with it. 

These events like Easter and Good Friday just give a chance for people to get together and mark a new beginning in their lives. And traditions such as these help people rediscover and rejuvenate themselves. Everyone likes to spend their Good Friday time on their way. Some like to have some special dishes prepared, some crave gifts, while some are settled with shopping. And some like to travel to the best of the spots to engage themselves with both, the festivals of the outside and the gathering they'd have done at home.

Where You Should Visit To Celebrate Good Friday?

To aid you in your endeavors, here’s a list of a few glimmering spots that you must consider if you are planning on some travel destination during Good Friday. 

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Not to miss the first one here. America is a land associated with celebrations, and what better place to be during Good Friday than the land of the tradition of ‘Jimmy the Groundhog’. The specialty of being in Pennsylvania during holidays and Good Friday weekend is that you'll find every place decorated and several activities taking place at every corner. The gatherings that take place here are something you should be a part of to understand what really part of a festival means.

Paris, France

It's not just the fashion capital of the world, but it also presents a breathtaking view, thus one of the best tourist spots to be at to spend your holiday time on Good Friday. The entire city has been made artistically, with creativity looming at every corner. From French cuisine to its shopping and walking down its Alleyways gives a life-enriching experience. And, it being a tourist capital of the world has some reason behind it. The language, the people, the starry nights give a landscape where you can have the most memorable moments of your life. Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame are just the best sites for the Good Friday carnival. People do know here how to enjoy the present moment. It must be a top priority on your list.

Rishikesh and Auli, Uttarakhand

It's a location which might attract you if you've spent more than enough inside the walls of your house, or maybe the walls of the cities. When you're fed with the lights shining every time you are in the midst of the holiday period, just for a change, trying something uniquely different is what you should do. Traveling these places such as Rishikesh and Auli gives you an experience that you can never have in the greatest of tourist destinations. To keep the religiosity close, Good Friday can echo to another level in the peaks and lushly habitats of nature. Auli is a place where you can have the experience of snow skiing with the highest man-made lake situated there. While Rishikesh serves you with divinity in the air and a view no less than that of Switzerland. So, why not try something on Good Friday like Trekking and river rafting. And Rishikesh is your place to go for that.

Israel, Jerusalem 

Good Friday and Israel is something that goes along with each other well. The place associated with Jesus in a big way, that makes it a great pick for travelers. And along with that, it provides a lot of things to do in the city. It has beaches, wildlife, and monuments to explore. You can find historical sites here that can add a lot to your wisdom as well. Various artistic remains and museums can be found here. The sea of Galilee is another important religious place to visit here.

Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India 

Another great place to enjoy your Good Friday weekend is in Manali, located in the Himalayas. It's a little heaven in itself. It offers almost everything that is required to enjoy your travel. You will feel liking sitting in the lap of mother nature with peace and tranquility all around. The vibe that this place has is one of a kind and there's nothing better than this kind of specialty. Further, it lets you explore various temples and wildlife places. Hidimba temple is a great feature here. You can enjoy riverside camping here, and if you've dreamed of having a nice bonfire and living in that atmosphere, it's the best place to be. Shopping is another thing you'll love here. It has a variety of artifacts. The clothes are the best part here. Manali is known for the quality fabric that it sells, especially for the winter. It's truly one of the best tourist spots for your Good Friday plans.

The Caribbean

It's a great hotspot to be at when you want something to celebrate. People live in that mode here, finding little excuses to enjoy. Jamaica, Antigua, and Barbuda are some of the places where Good Friday weekend can be spent in the best way possible. It's not just about the beaches here. The overall scenario during the holidays and Good Friday holds various special events, and Jamaica has various religious traditions taking place. Not to miss, the dresses that you get here, matching with the style of the Islands. From your hair to your skin, you can get a complete makeover. It can turn out to be a great Good Friday weekend for you.