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Uttar Pradesh is a state is a kaleidoscope of diverse religions and cultures and has a dramatic landscape comprising soaring peaks, coniferous forests, and the flat featureless Indo-Gangetic Plains. The seeds of Vedic Literature are believed to have been sown here, along with those of the great Hindu epics Ramayana and Mahabharata. Buddha delivered his first sermon on the ‘middle path’ in Sarnath. Uttar Pradesh is also the cultural heartland of Indian Islam.
This is a tourist hot spot that attracts tourists from all over the world as it is considered to be the essence of India. It has been the home of thinkers, philosophers, artistes, leaders, dancers, poets, intellectuals and politicians. History is found in the soils of Uttar Pradesh where emperors used marble to write love songs and even the gods used to frolic and flirt here.
Uttar Pradesh basically offers a huge range of destinations and activities to the potential tourist. No matter what one’s inclination may be, there are sure to be something or the other for them to see and do while in UP.
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Hot Destinations of Uttar Pradesh Tour
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Mathura: The land where Lord Krishna was born and spent his youth, has today little towns and hamlets that are still alive with the Krishna- legend and still redolent with the music of his flute. Mathura, a quiet town on the River Yamuna was transformed into a place of faith after Lord Krishna was born here. Vrindavan, a village - once noted for its fragrant groves, is where he spent an eventful youth. There are numerous other little spots in the area that still reverberate with the enchantment of Lord Krishna.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Dwarikadhish Temple, Gokul, Mahavan, Baldeo, Mat and Bajna, Vrindavan, Govardhan, Kusum Sarovar, Barsana, Nandgaon.
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Agra: This place is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World-the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire, of which Agra was the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. Agra is known for its superb inlay work on marble and soapstone by craftsmen who are descendants of those who worked under the Mughals. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Taj Mahal, The Agra Fort, Chain Ka Rauza, Taj Natural Walk, Itmad ud daulah, Sikandra, Jama Masjid
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Fatehpur Sikri: It is built in red sandstone, and is a beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural elements. The sandstone is richly ornamented with carving and fretwork. Fatehpur Sikri was abandoned 14 years after its creation. Today it is a ghost city, its architecture is in a perfect state of preservation, and wandering through the palaces it is easy to imagine that this was once a royal residence and a dynamic cultural centre.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khas, Pachisi Court
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Allahabad: A major pilgrimage centre, the city has played an important part in the formation of modern India. Hindu mythology states that Lord Brahma, the creator god, chose a land for `Prakrishta Yajna`. This land, at the confluence of three holy rivers - Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, blessed by gods, came to be known as `Prayag` or `Allahabad`.
Foreseeing the sanctity of the place, Lord Brahma also called it as `Tirth Raj` or `King of all pilgrimage centers.` The Scriptures - Vedas and the great epics - Ramayana and Mahabharata, refer to this place as Prayag.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Sangam, Allahabad Fort, Patalpuri Temple, Ashoka Pillar, Akshaya Vat
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Ayodhya: It is situated on the right bank of the river Ghagra or Saryu, as it is called within sacred precincts. Ayodhya is a popular pilgrim centre. This town is closely associated with Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The ancient city of Ayodhya, according to the Ramayana, was founded by Manu, the law-giver of the Hindu. Ayodhya is pre-eminently a city of temples yet, all places of worship here are not only of Hindu religion. At Ayodhya several religions have grown and prospered simultaneously and also at different periods of time in the past
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Major Tourist Attractions : The Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, Ramkot, Swarg Dwar, Mani Parbat, Sugriv Parbat, Treta ke Thakur, Nageshwarnath Temple, Valmiki Ramayan Bhawan
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Chitrakoot: Celebrated in ballads and the scriptures for its natural beauty and closely associated with the epic Ramayan, Chitrakoot or "the hill of many wonders" is a hallowed centre of pilgrimage. It is believed to be the place where Lord Rama and Sita spent their 14 years of exile and where the Sage Atri and Sati Anasuya meditated. The holy town is set in sylvan surroundings on the banks of the River Mandakini, also known as the Payaswaini River. The riverside is lined with ghats and the town dotted with temples dedicated to several deities of the Hindu pantheon.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Kamadgiri, Sphatik Shila, Hanuman Dhara, Ram Ghat, Janki Kund
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Deogarh: 123 km from Jhansi, Deogarh is situated on the right bank of the Betwa River, at the western end of the Lalitpur range of hills. Deogarh is of great antiquarian, epigraphically and archaeological importance and has been integral to the history of the Guptas, the Gurjara-Pratiharas, the Gondas, the Muslim rulers of Delhi, the Marathas and the British. It possesses the remains of a fine Vishnu temple dating to the Gupta era, and several Jain temples. The architecture and sculpture of these temples display a high level of craftsmanship
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Major Tourist Attractions : Dashavatar Temple, Jain Temples, Deogarh Archaeological Museum
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Jhansi: The gateway to Bundelkhand was a stronghold of the Chandela kings but lost its importance after the eclipse of the dynasty in the 11th century. It rose to prominence again in the 17th century under Raja Bir Singh Deo who was a close associate of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir. However, its greatest claim to fame is its fiery queen Rani Laxmibai, who led forces against the British in 1857, sacrificing her life to the cause of Indian independence. A new dimension has been added to this historic city with the introduction of the Jhansi Festival, held every year in February-March. It offers a fine opportunity to enjoy the arts, crafts and culture of the region.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Jhansi Fort, Government Museum, Jhansi Rani Mahal, Laxmi Tal, Gangadhar Rao-Ki-Chhatri, Shri Kali Temple, Laxmi Bai Park
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Kanpur: Nestled on the banks of the eternal Ganga, Kanpur stands as one of North India’s major industrial centers with its own historical, religious and commercial importance. Today Kanpur is also an important educational centre, with institutions like Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Agricultural College, Indian Institute of Technology, G.S.V.M. Medical College, National Sugar Institute and Government Textile Institute being located here. Apart from playing a stellar role in the development of the country as a whole, Kanpur has also been instrumental in making an unforgettable contribution to the Indian freedom struggle.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Jajmau Shri Radhakrishna Temple (J.K. Temple), Jain Glass Temple, Allen Forest Zoo, Kamla Retreat, Phool Bagh, Nana Rao Park, The Kanpur Memorial Church, Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Indian Institute of Technology, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology
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Kushinagar: It is one of the principal centers of the Buddhist pilgrimage, is the place where Lord Buddha left his corporeal self and attained Maharparinivana. The monuments of Kushinagar are clustered in three distinct groups comprising the main site at the Nirvana Temple, the central Stupa and surrounding monasteries, the Mathakuar Kot to the south-west and the Ramabhar Stupa, a kilometer to the east.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Watt Thai Temple, Nirvana Stupa, Mahaparinirvana Temple, Mathakuar Shrine, Ramabhar Stupa, Chinese Temple, Japanese Temple, Govt. Buddha Museum
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Lucknow: The capital of Uttar Pradesh extends along the banks of the River Gomti. The creator of Lucknow as it is today was Nawab Asaf ud Daula. The city became known as a centre for Urdu poetry and courtly diction, and reached its acme during the reign of Wajid Ali Shah who was a connoisseur of music and poetry. It was during his reign that the British appropriated Awadh. Today, the city is dotted with remnants of its rich historic past.
Lucknow is also known for its elaborate cuisine and `Chikankaari` or exquisite shadow-work embroidery on fine muslin cloth.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Hussainabad Imamabad, Shah Najaf Imambara, State Museum, Lalit Kala Academy, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Park Residency, Indira Gandhi Planetarium, Bada Imambara, Chhota Imambara, Picture Gallery, Shahi Hamam Samajik Parivartan Prateek Sthal
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Sarnath: After the Buddha attained enlightenment in Bodh Gaya he came to Sarnath. Here in the Deer Park, he delivered his first sermon, or in religious language, set in motion the Wheel of Law (Maha-Dharmachakra Pravartan.). On the day before his death Buddha included Sarnath along with Lumbini, Bodh Gaya and Kushinagar as the four places he thought to be sacred to his followers.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Sarnath Museum
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Sravasti: The capital of the ancient Kosala kingdom is sacred to Buddhists because it is here that Lord Buddha performed the greatest of his miracles to confound the Tirthika heretics. These miracles include that of the Buddha creating multiple images of himself, hence forth has been among the favorite themes of Buddhist art. Sravasti was an active centre of Buddhism even in the Buddha’s lifetime. The Buddha himself spent many summers here, and delivered important sermons. It was here that Anathapindaka built, in the garden of Prince Jeta a large monastery for the reception of the Buddha. Later, several shrines and other monasteries arose at this sacred spot.
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Major Tourist Attractions : Maheth Sobhanath Temple, Saheth Swarnagandha Kuti
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Varanasi: It is one of the oldest living cities in the world. It probably derives from the two rivers that flank the city, the Varuna to the north and the Asi to the south. Many still use the anglicized forms of Banaras or Benares, while pilgrims refer to Kashi. The city of Banaras is situated on the west bank of the holiest of all Indian rivers, the Ganga or Ganges. The relationship between the sacred river and the city is the essence of Varanasi - `the land of sacred light`.
Varanasi`s prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrivalled. For the devout Hindu the city has always had a special place, besides being a pilgrimage centre, it is considered especially auspicious to die here, ensuring an instant route to heaven. The revered and ancient city Varanasi is the religious centre of the world of Hindus. A city where the past and present, eternity and continuity co-exist.
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Major Tourist Attractions : River Front (Ghats) Asi Ghat to Kedara Ghat, Chauki Ghat to Chausathi Ghat, Dashashwamedha Ghat, Man Mandir Ghat to Lalita Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Scindia Ghat, Panchganga Ghat to Adi Keshva Ghat, Vishwanatha Khanda, The Kashi Vishwanath Temple
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