The year 2016 has been a tad heartbreaking one with a number of celebrity relationships going kaput. But whether it is the celebrities or common people – love is a unique experience that can only bloom when you spend quality time with your partner. So, as the clock ticks towards Valentine's Day – a day to celebrate love, all you love birds need to do is find those perfect romantic nests to spend quality time. You need not look any beyond as there are plenty of romantic destinations in India. 


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So, in this Valentine's Day special travel piece, we bring to you some of the hottest destinations to let your love blossom.


Goa:


Best for daytime fun at the beach side to active nightlife – you can visit many discotheques for a nightlife experience – Tito's and Mabo's is a must. There are many secluded beaches in South Goa. You can also explore wildlife at Bondla Zoo, Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary.


Agra:


How could you miss this great architecture which was dedicated to love on your list? Besides Taj, there are - Agra Fort, Sikandra, Mini Taj, Fatepur Sikri - for those heading for a little sightseeing.


Delhi:


Dig into these places for a romantic blast: Mehrauli, Greater Kailash, Lodhi garden, Amour. While Mehrauli offers food joints with Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, Amour has a cruise-like experience with a rooftop setting. There is also Aqua restaurant in Connaught Place which has an exotic pool side experience.


Mumbai:


Sun and Sand, Leopold Cafe, Mini Punjab – are a few locales that can be explored for food. The Marine Drive, Bandstand can also be exotic places for lovebirds. The Lake View Cafe in Powai is popular for its view of the Powai lake.


Kolkata:


If it is architectural delight you are looking for go straight to Victoria Memorial, if it is nature you want to cherish in – visit the Central Park, Eliot Park, Rabindra Sarobar. There are also good food restaurants like Smoke Shack, Villa 19, The Bridge – Floatel and Waterside cafe.