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Uttar Pradesh is the kaleidoscopic land where the multi-faceted Indian
Culture has flourished from times immemorial. Endowed with a diversified
topography and many cultural variance, Uttar Pradesh, has been the area of
activity since ancient times. Garlanded by the two sacred rivers of the
Hindus - the Ganga and the Yamuna, Uttar Pradesh is one of the most revered
holy land of the Hindus.
Uttar Pradesh is one of the most ancient and diverse states of India with
numerous age old cities. Uttar Pradesh boasts of a rich culture, history and
heritage, displaying some most inspiring and exemplary monuments of the
world. Whether one is on a spiritual trip, or looking for some adventure, or
just on a curiosity trip, Uttar Pradesh has something to offer to every
single traveller. Situated in the northern part of India, Uttar Pradesh has
the exception of being the most populous state of India. In terms of area,
it is the fourth largest, among all the states.
The Ganges River, which forms the backbone of Uttar Pradesh, is the sacred
river of Hinduism, and four of the religion's seven holy towns are in the
state, including Varanasi , the holiest of them all. Uttar Pradesh is also a
place of major importance to Buddhists, for it was at Sarnath, just outside
Varanasi, that the Buddha first preached his message of the middle way. The
general , what India is probably known for with a lot of people, is located
in Agra . From Agra, most people set off for a visit to the ghost town
Fatehpur Sikri .
Tourism -
A view of the Magh Mela that takes place at Allahabad every year The Taj
Mahal.Uttar Pradesh attracts a large number of both national and
international visitors. There are two regions in the state where a majority
of the tourists go. These are the city of Agra and the holy cities on the
banks of the Ganges River that include Kanpur, Allahabad and Varanasi.
A vast number of tourists visit the Taj Mahal in Agra. Other important
tourist attractions in Agra are the Agra Fort. Also famous is a 16th century
capital city built by the Mughal emperor Akbar known as Fatehpur Sikri near
Agra.
Millions of tourists and piligrims visit the cities of Allahabad and
Varanasi, as they are considered to be two of the holiest cities in India.
Every year thousands gather at Allahabad to take part in the festival on the
banks of the Ganges, the Magh Mela. The same festival is organised in a
larger scale every 12th year and attracts millions of people and is called
the Kumbha Mela.
Varanasi is widely considered to be the second oldest city in the world
after Jerusalem. It is famous for its ghats (steps along the river) which
are populated year round with people who want to take a dip in the holy
Ganges River.
About 13 km from Varanasi is the historically important town of Sarnath.
Gautama Buddha gave his first sermon at Sarnath after his enlightenment and
hence is an important pilgrimage site for the Buddhists. Also at Sarnath are
the Ashoka Pillar and the Lion Capital, both important archeological
artifacts which have national significance.
Major Travel Destinations
Agra :: Agra is the one of the prominent destinations of
the World Tourism map with three heritage monuments-The Taj Mahal, Red Fort
& Fatehpur Sikri. It is an ancient city located on the Yamuna River in
India, within the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Allahabad :: Allahabad a highly religious place for
Hindus and Muslims was established by King Akbar by the name of Illahabas,
meaning house of Allah. The British modified the name as per there
convenience and started calling it Allahabad.
Kanpur
:: Kanpur is located on the banks of the Ganga and is an important
industrial center. Kanpur is home to several educational institutions.
Kanpur is historically very important, as it was the capital of independence
struggle of India.
Lucknow
:: Lucknow is the capital of the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Lucknow is a city synonymous with the Nawabi culture. The imperialistic
splendor and magnificence of the nawabi era has been glorified and eulogized
down the ages by writers, poets, and historians alike.
Mathura
:: Mathura is the land where Shri 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. There are
numerous other little spots in the area that still reverberate with the
enchantment of Shri Krishna.
Varanasi :: Benaras is a Hindu holy city on the banks of
the river Ganga . It is also known as Varanasi. Varanasi has a unique
culture quite different from other places in the region. The whole Varanasi
culture revolves around the river Ganga which is the heart and soul of the
city.
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