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 11^th 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.