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North India Tourist Destinations
Welcome to North India Tourism- Your best travel guide for exploring the magic of the best
and the most popular North India tourist destinations.
North India Tourist Places:
Heritage Cities:
The most beautiful creation of nature amidst the foothills of Himalayas. And one of the
most popular holiday destination of North India.
Location: 185-km From Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Main Attractions: McLeod Ganj (residence of Buddhist follower Dalai Lama) Kangra Art Museum, St. John's Church
Best Time To Visit: Mid-May to Mid-October.
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The red sand stone city and the capital of Akbar during his rule.
The monumental city of India and the most visited tourist places in North India.
Location:- 37 km from Agra
Built By:- Akbar in 1570
Current Status:- Conserved by the ASI and given the status of World heritage site.
Must See:- Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Dargah of Salim Chisti,
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Spiritual Places of North India:-
The city crowning Taj Mahal is one of the ancient capital city of Mughal rulers
Location:- Uttar Pradesh state, about 204 km from Delhi
Famous for:- The monument of love Taj Mahal
Must See:- Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort
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One of the most holy Hindu pilgrim destination and world renowned tourist destination
in North India and an abode of River Ganga.
Location: Uttarakhand at the foothills of the Shivalik mountain ranges
Main attraction: Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, Holy Bath in River Ganga, Trolley Ride to Mansa Devi Temple
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Rishikesh is famous pilgrimage destination of Hindus and has numerous pious temples and ashrams.
Location: Uttarakhand located in Tehri-Garwhal region.
Area: 11.20 sq km(city area)
Attractions: Laxman Jhoola, Bharat Mandir, Rishikund
Famous For - Ashrams, Yoga and Meditations.
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Named after Lord Shiva the city is a holy site to visit. Also famous as
a popular holiday destination in North India.
Clothing: Summer - Cotton, Winter - Woolen
Best Season: Round the year.
Attractions: Kedarnath Temple, Son Prayag, Trekking Adventure.
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The sacred city where Lord Krishna spent his childhood.
Location: Near Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh.
Famous for: Lord Krishna Temples
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The sacred cities associated with Lord Krishna and his mischief.
One can also visit Mathura which is located 15kms from Vrindavan.
Location: In Uttar Pradesh
Distance – 150kms from Delhi
Vrindavan Route: Delhi – Faridabad – Palwal – Kosi – Vrindavan (NH-2) Distance: 150kms Type of Destination : Day trip/weekend getaway from Delhi
Attractions: Shri Krishna Janambhumi Temples, Dwarkadheesh Temple
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The city where Lord Buddha first taught Dharma.
Location: Uttar Pradesh
Nearest City: From Varanasi20 Km
Best Season: October-March
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The hilly area offering a relaxing retreat to travelers who visit North India.
Location: 155 Km From Rishikesh
Main Attractions: Maneri, Nachiketa Taal
Best Season: May-June, September-October
Languages/Dialects: Hindi, Garhwali
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Varanasi, one of oldest living city in the world, is famous as the cultural and religious capital of India.
Location: Uttar Pradesh located on the banks of Ganges river.
Area: 1, 550 Sq km
Language: Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Kashika Bhojpuri(local language)
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Himalayan Treat:-
Himalayas are one of the most picturesque mountain ranges
of India. Best for taking up adventure activities like skiing, snow tracking,
mountain climbing. Named as the holy abode of Gods, the serene beauty of Himalayas
is crowned with Valley of flowers, snowcapped mountains, rivers and lakes, temples
and villages.
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Manali, one of the spectacular hill resort of Himachal Pradesh and
a very popular North India hill destination.
State: Himachal Pradesh
Attraction: SOLANG VALLEY, REHALLA FALLS
Nainital - A picturesque region, Nanital treasures some awesome glaciers, majestic snow-clad mountains, spectacular views of the Himalayas.
Location: Uttranchal
Main attraction: Hanuman Garhi, Raj Bhawan, Naini Lake
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Leh is simply breathtaking.
Location: Jammu & Kashmir
Altitude Range: 2,500 To 4,500m
Main Attractions: Trekking, Mountaineering, Camping, Water Rafting, And Buddhist Monasteries
Best Time To Visit: June To End September
Trans Himalayan Regions: Ladakh, Leh, Zanskar, Lahaul & Spiti
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Ladakh is a land full of unparalleled beauty of nature.
State: Jammu and Kashmir
Location: Cradled by the Karakom and Great Himalayan ranges at 11,000 ft in Jammu and Kashmir.
Attractions: Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, Spituk Monastery
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The most popular hill city of North India tourism.
Location: Himachal Pradesh
Attractions: Mall Road, Rashtrapati Niwas, Adventure sports
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The capital of the paradise of earth.
Location- Jammu and Kashmir
Attractions: Dal Lake, Mughal Garden, Sonmarg, Winter Sports at Gulmarg.
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Kangra valley glorious past is evident through its various significant historical monuments.
State: Himachal Pradesh
Location: Nestled in lower Himalayan mountain ranges.
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The city famous Sikh pilgrim center the Golden Temple.
Locations: Punjab
Attractions: Golden temple, Jallianwal Bagh, Akal Takhat
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The most famous and the sacred abode of Lord Shiva.
State: Jammu and Kashmir
Location: Anantnag in South Kashmir.
Attractions: Pahalgam, Sonmarg
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The capital city of India and a great tourist attraction of North India.
Location: The heart of India
Attractions: India Gate, Humayun's tomb,
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North India- Nearby Excursion
The most colorful city of India and the state of forts and palaces.
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The desert city and known for its "Bhujia & Papads",
spicy snacks made from fried gram and pulses and also for "Rasgullas" a dessert.
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The capital of Rajasthan and the Pink city of the country.
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The royal city and a favorite of Kings and royals.
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Ranthambor National Park is included under the Project Tiger Reserves
of the world and is more popular for its tiger population.
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Udaipur a romantic city was the capital of Mewar and have some beautiful lakes at its disposal.
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The city of Jodhpur was founded by Marwar Roa Jodhaji, the chief of
the Rajput clique who claim to be the descendants of Lord Rama
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Located on the foot of a hill-- Sanchi is just 46 km Bhopal.
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The state of lush green mountain trails, the stupas, monasteries and temples.
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The holy town of Gaya, located 100kms south of Patna, is of great significance to Hindus.
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Gwalior is a former princely state located in the state of Madhya Pradesh.
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Kushinagar still echoes what the Lord conjectured in his last doctrine,
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Even if situated in the middle of nowhere, the Khajuraho temple
complex site is one the most popular places.
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The best place to see the tiger in their natural habitat.
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Nalanda still maintain its eminence as the premier place for studies in Buddhism.
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Bandhavgarh National Park is an exquisite amalgamation of
its wildlife beauty and historic monument Bandhavgarh Fort.
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One of the finest bird parks in the world, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
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