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North India Tourist Destinations
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Agra is a monumental city that is still
remembered for its glorious Mughal Regime. Akbar the great Mughal
Emperor choused Agra as its capital during 16th and 17th
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The most holy city of Sikhs, Amritsar City
derived its name from the water pool (Pool of Nectar), the 4th
saintly teacher of the Sikh faith constructed that. The Sikhs
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The holy shrine of Amarnath is dedicated to
Lord Shiva, a living God. In the most consecrated and holy books of
Indian religion 'The Rig Veda' describes Lords existence in the
hymns... |
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Bandhavgarh National Park lies in the
Vindhyan range of Madhya Pradesh and was once the royal hunting
ground for the rulers of the by gone era of Rewa... |
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One of the finest bird parks in the world,
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (Keoladeo Ghana Natiuonal Park) is a
reserve that offers protection to faunal species as well. Nesting
indigenous water- birds... |
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Within the town of Leh itself there is plenty
to see and do. An easy walk away through the interesting coppersmiths
quarter, past the Moravian Church, the Ladakh Ecological Centre
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Bikaner a desert city was founded by Rao
Bikaji in 1488 AD, the main attraction of the city lies in its
majestic fort built by Raja Raj Singh in 16th century a worth
visiting sight... |
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Delhi's history goes back to Mahabharata days
about 3000 years ago when it was called Indraprastha. It has been
the seat of powerful dynasties of centuries. The city consists of
two parts Old Delhi and New Delhi... |
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Dharamsala over looks the plains and is
surrounded by dense pine trees and Deodar forests. A nearby snowline
with numerous streams and cool healthy atmosphere makes the
surroundings very attractive. A busy bazaar town, Dharamsala...
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Darjeeling can rightly be called as the eclat
and splendor of nature. This hill town is perched at an altitude of
2134 m directly opposite the ranges of Kanchenjunga the world's 3rd
highest mountain... |
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37 kms from Agra is built a city
predominantly in Red Sandstone and is called Fatehpur Sikri. This
town was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. He had planned this city
as his capital...
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The holy town of Gaya, located 100kms south
of Patna, is of great significance to Hindus. The town is on a
slightly raised ground in the valley between the Ramshila and
Pretshila Hills. An essential transit point to Bodhgaya, Gaya...
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Gwalior is a former princely state located in
the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. Since the 8th century, Gwalior
has been a city of tremendous historical importance... |
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Haridwar-- gateway to the four pilgrimages in
the Uttrakhand region, is located on the foot hills of Shivaliks. It
is on the banks of River Ganga. The Ganga leaves the mountains and
enters the plains with Haridwar being the first major town on the
plains...
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Jaipur also known as the rose pink city was
established by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the year 1727 AD. The city
enjoys the status of a capital city of Rajasthan and it is emerging
as the major destination in the itinerary of a tourist... |
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This royal fortification in the Desert Empire
is a paradox in itself. In a complete divergence to the unexplored
periphery town, which is a tourist hot spot, the remote western part
of Jaisalmer |
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Kushinagar still echoes what the Lord
conjectured in his last doctrine, " Now, O brothers! I do
remind you, all component things are subject to decay. Work for your
salvation in the earnest." |
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Once known as an important seat of
administration, Kangra the capital city of Chand dynasty tells a
story of glory, which has faded into history. One of the most
picturesque valley of lower Himalayas, the valley, sheltered by the
sublime Dhauladhar hills, is green and luxuriant...
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Krishna, the popular incarnation of Vishnu,
is believed to have been born in Mathura. Every square foot of
Mathura-Vrindavan is wrapped in timeless devotion to Lord Krishna.. |
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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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How many of you have seen a tiger before?
Most of the answers will be ambiguous because everyone wants to see
a tiger. Then where can one spot a tiger? Well, even if there are
circuses and zoo's all over India... |
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Leh is breathtaking. Towering over the city
is the tall nine storeyed palace built by Ladakhs ruler Sengge
Namgyal in the early 17th century. It is said to have served as the
model for the Potala palace...
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The flight into Leh, the capital of Ladakh,
is an unforgettable experience - over the dramatic expanse of the
Himalayas - for Ladakh straddles four main ranges - the great
Himalayan, Zanskar, Ladakh and the Karakoram. This is the highest
inhabited region...
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Manali a beautiful valley of Himachal Pradesh
perched at an altitude of 2050 m near Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley
on the banks of the river Beas. Manali reclaimed its name from
Manavalaya... |
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He is easily the most popular person here.
Every square foot of Mathura-Vrindavan is wrapped in timeless
devotion to Lord Krishna, the evergreen hero of Hinduism, the lover
of Radha, the cowherd-prince and the re-incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Mathura...
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Nalanda still maintain its eminence as the
premier place for studies in Buddhism. It was made for the preaching
of Buddhism, ever since the days of Lord Buddha... |
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The magnificent hilly region of north India
lies in the state of Uttaranchal in the Himalayan Ranges. A
picturesque region, Nanital treasures some awesome glaciers,
majestic snow-clad mountains... |
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Rajasthan is endowed with invincible forts,
magnificent palaces and havelis, riche culture and heritage, beauty
and natural sources. The royal charisma of Rajasthan tour brands it
the most desiring tourist destination in the world.... |
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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. The Wild Life Park is situated in the foothills...
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Standing affirmation to the tribulations of
time, Rajgir has history's plenty. One can still hear the echo of a
resounding past dating back to the epic age. Rajgir is just 10 km
from Nalanda... |
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Rishikesh is just 24 Kms from Haridwar.
Located in the laps of lower Himalayas, this place is considered to
be the access point of three other pilgrim places of Badrinath -
Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri the four great places which
combine to make Chardham...
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Rudraprayag is named after the Lord Shiva
(Rudra),The entire region of Rudraprayag is blessed with immense
natural beauty, lakes & glaciers , important Hindu temples such
as Kedarnath, Shankaracharya Samadhi , Gaurikund ,Son Prayag...
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A cruiser through Shimla assures an
exhilarating coalition with nature. Simla is rightly called as 'the
pride of Himachal Pradesh... |
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The valley of Kashmir is also referred as a
heaven on earth. The Mughal Emperor Jahangir once visited the place
and was so much baptized in the charm of this gorgeous valley that
he exclaimed ... |
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There is surfeit of adventure in the high
land of Sikkim accompanied by lush green mountain trails, the
stupas, monasteries and temples. Get acquainted with the rich
culture and heritage that is just grotesque... |
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Situated 10 km from Varanasi is the site
where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his five disciples,
preaching the middle path for attaining 'Nirvana'. Realising the
sanctity of the site, emperor Ashoka... |
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Located on the foot of a hill-- Sanchi is
just 46 kms Bhopal. It is more of a village than a town. Sanchi is a
religious place with historical and Archaeological significance.
Sanchi...
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Uttarkashi is located in the northern part of
Uttar Pradesh. Uttarkashi was originally a part of Tehri Garhwal.
But soon after independence, when Tehri Garhwal Kingdom merged with
India, it was made a district of the Kumaon division...
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The city is located in the rugged terrain of
the Aravalli hills, this booming city echoes the temperament of a
ancient era. 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- the epic hero of the Ramayana... |
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In this ancient city of pilgrimage, the
bathing ghats are main attraction. People flock here in large
numbers every day to take bath and worship in the temples built
beside the river bank. The centuries old tradition to offer 'puja'
to the rising Sun...
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