Top 10 tourist places in
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is known as the
northern state of India. Uttar Pradesh was created in 1 April 1937 as United
Provinces and renamed as Uttar Pradesh in 1950.This state is the biggest state
of India in terms of population. Lucknow is the capital and Kanpur known as the
commercial capital of Uttar Pradesh. The states economy’s larger part comes
from Agriculture and service industry (tourism, hospitality, real states, financial
institutions and insurance).
Uttar Pradesh is a land of
historical, religious and natural tourist destination. Some tourist places are
known for their great architecture and wonderful art work. Let’s have a look on
the top 10 tourist places in Uttar Pradesh.
1.
Taj Mahal –
The white marble mausoleum was built by Mugal emperor Shah Jahan in the
remembrance of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Taj
Mahal is the highly recognized place in Uttar Pradesh universally admires the
masterpiece of the world’s heritage. In 1983 UNESCO declared it as the UNESCO
world’s heritage site.
2.
Agra Fort -
the Agra Fort also known as the red fort was built in 11th century.
The site is known as the site of battle of Indian rebellion of 1857, which caused the end of the British East India Company's rule in India, and also led to a century of
direct rule of India by Britain. The 94-acre (380,000 m2)
fort has a semicircular plan, its chord lies parallel to the river and its
walls are seventy feet high.
3.
Fatehpur
Sikari - this architecture city was built in 1569 by the Mughal emperor Akhbar.
Fatehpur Sikri is one of the fifteen Block headquarters in the Agra
district and it
has 52 Gram
panchayats (VillagePanchayat) under it. Fatehpur Sikri sits on rocky ridge, 3 kilometres
(1.9 mi) in length and 1 km (0.62 mi) wide, and palace city is
surrounded by a 6 km (3.7 mi). Fatehpur Sikri is known as the synthesis of
various regional schools of architectural craftsmanship such as Gujarat and
Bengal. This was because indigenous craftsmen used for the construction of the
buildings.
4.
Ghats,
Sarnath (Vanarasi) - Vanasrasi is known for its world famous Ghats. It has
nearly 100 ghats which were built under Maratha control. Many Ghats are bathing
Ghats and others are used for cremation sites. The Dashashwamedh Ghat is very
famous for the the temple of Lord Shiva (Vishwanath Temple). In the evening a
group of priests are daily performing the Agni Puja (Worship
to Fire) wherein a dedication is made to Lord Shiva, River Ganges, Surya (Sun),
Agni (Fire), and the whole universe.
Sarnath
is known as the place where Gautama Buddh first taught Dharma. Sarnath became a major centre of the Sammatiya school of Buddhism, one of the early Buddhist schools. However, the presence of images of Heruka and Tara indicate that Vajrayana Buddhism
was (at a later time) also practiced here. Also images of Brahminist gods as Shiva and Brahma were found at the site, and there is still a Jain temple (at Chandrapuri) located very close to the Dhamekh Stupa.
5. Sangam at Prayag (Allahabad) – Sangam is a
Sanskrit word which is used for confluence. It’s the confluence of three rivers Ganges, Yamuna, and the invisible or mythic Saraswati River. A bath of sangam is said to flush away all
of the one’s Sins. This site is also important for the Kumbh Mela held in after
every 12 year. Devout Hindus from all over India
come to this sacred pilgrimage point to offer prayers and take a dip in the
holy waters.
6.
Forts at
Allahabad –Allahabad Fort was built by emperor Ashoka and reconstruct by Akhbar
in 1583. This huge
fort has three galleries flanked by high towers, in present time this fort is
used by Army and only limited areas are opened for visitors. In this fort one railway track also comes from
Allahabad Railway Station. This railway track was made by the East India Company to use during the war.
7.
Jhansi -
Jhanshi is known for the place of bravery of its queen Mannikarnika was given
the new name (Lakhmi Bai) who led forces against British in 1857. Jhansi Fort
is situated in a large hilltop called Bangira in Uttar Pradesh. The fort shows how the north Indian style of fort construction differs from that of the south. The granite walls
of the fort are between 16 and 20 feet thick and on the south side meet the
city walls. Every year in the month of January
–February a grand occasion is held known as Jhansi Mahotsav when many eminent
personalities and artists perform their play.
8.
Mathura
Vrindavan – the town Vrindavan is 10 km away from the Mathura known as the
birthplace of lord Krisha , Where he spent his childhood days. In
Vrindavan the famous temple is Govinda Dev temple,which
was built in 1590. Its
known as the center of Krishna worship and the area includes places like Govardhana and Gokul that
are associated with Krishna.
9.
Dhudwa
National Park – The Dhudwa National Park covers an area of 490.3 km2 (189.3 sq mi),
with a buffer zone of 190 km2 (73 sq mi).
The area was established in 1958 and notifies as the National Park in January
1977. The park was declaimed as the Tiger Reserve in year 1987 and brought
under the perview of “Tiger Project”. The major attractions of this park are
Tigers, Swamp Dears, and 350 species of rich bird Life.
10.
Lucknow –
Lucknow is known as the city of Nawas is famous for its hospitality and
manners. Interesting places in lucknow to visit are Bada Imambara and Bhul
Bhulaiya, Rumi Darwaza, zoos and Museums. Lucknow is also known for its better
infrastructure and education. It’s the capital of Uttar Pradesh.
So these are
top 10 most visiting places in Uttar Pradesh which makes you visit one in life.
I hope at once you like to visit these places.
