Top 10 Places to Visit in North India

India is a huge country and is popular for the innumerable tourist destinations spread across the country. In this article, we are focussing only on the major tourist attractions in North India. The northern part of India is completely different from other parts of India not only because of the geographical differences, but also because of the different cultures. There are numerous hill stations lying in the different mountain ranges like Karakoram, Himalayas, Aravalli, etc. Some of the major cities of the country lie in the north with a rich history behind them. Many Hindu religious sites having a lot of cultural significance lie in this region as well.

Here we look at the top 10 tourist spots in North India that show you different cultures, take you to different terrains, give you exquisite views and provide you with various insights about the historical places. These places are not be missed while Planing a North India Tour.

Varanasi

The Spiritual Capital of India

The spiritual capital of India, Varanasi has a lot to offer you with its beautiful temples and various Ghats along the sacred Ganga. It is one of the oldest cities in the world with thousands of years of history attached to it. The rich ancient Hindu culture can be seen in the streets of Varanasi. The city has more than 2000 temples. A few of the most popular temples in the city are Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple and Parshvnath Temple. There are more than 80 ghats across the city and Dashashwamedh Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat are the most famous ones. The narrow lanes will bring you close to the people and local culture that is still deeply connected to the past.

Ganga Aarti, Varanasi

Ganga Aarti, Varanasi

[ Suggested Tour :-8 Days Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi and 10 Days Taj Mahal Tour with Rajasthan and Varanasi ]

Amritsar

The City of Holy Golden Temple

Amritsar is often considered a holy city because of the incredible number of Gurudwaras in and around the city. Golden Temple, the holiest shrine in the Sikh community is the major tourist attraction in the city. The city holds an important place in the Independence struggle of India because of the political struggles it has faced over the years. Jallianwala Bagh, the Partition Museum and the War Memorial are some sites that hold a lot of political and historical significance. Wagah Border, Ram Bagh Palace and Gobindgarh Fort are other tourist places to visit in Amritsar.

Golden Temple, Amritsar

Golden Temple, Amritsar

Suggested Tour :- [Taj Mahal and Golden Temple Tour | Shimla Manali Amritsar Dharamshala Tour]

Khajuraho

Where you see the World Famous Erotic or Kamasutra Temples

Khajuraho, a group of monuments and temples located in Madhya Pradesh, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monuments and temples have many sculptures and statues with over 90% of the sculptures depicting the daily life activities of people, while the is rest erotic art. There are various temples related to different faiths like Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism, showing the religious acceptance people had back then. The Khajuraho Dance Festival held every year is a cultural fest that brings incredible artists from around the world to give amazing performances and is attended by many tourists.

Khajuraho Temple

Khajuraho Temple

Agra

The City Where you seen one of the Wonders of the World

Agra is one of the most popular cities in north India due to the presence of Taj Mahal in it. The Taj Mahal complex and the Agra Fort are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. With the most visited monument in India, Agra sees millions of tourists every year. Taj Mahal is truly a spectacular feat of beautiful architecture and the lush green gardens along with the pools and fountains add on to the overall beauty. Agra Fort was home to rulers of many empires like the Delhi Sultanate, Lodi dynasty and Mughal Empire. The two complexes on the banks of river Yamuna are truly mesmerizing to look at and hold a lot of historical significance. Make your Taj Mahal Tours a memorable one by visiting Agra the city of Taj Mahal.

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Taj Mahal, Agra

Taj Mahal, AgraSuggested Tours to visit Agra and Taj Mahal

Jaipur

Known as the Pink City and the Gateway of colorful Rajasthan

Jaipur, the largest and the capital city of Rajasthan, is part of the famous Golden Triangle circuit. The city offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Rajput kings with visits to different forts and palaces. Visits to City Palace, Jaipur, Hawa Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, Jantar Mantar, etc. will take you to the world the former rulers of the city lived in. The unique local cuisines, the colourful streets, the bustling markets and the local folk dances & songs add their flavours to your experience. The houses, shop and streets are painted in different shades of pink giving the city its famous name- ‘Pink City’. Your Rajasthan Tours will off-course incomplete with with visit the Pink City Jaipur.

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Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Haridwar & Rishikesh

An Opportunity to Have a Holy Dip on Mother Ganges

Haridwar & Rishikesh are two locations that are often traveled together by many as they lie in close vicinity of each other. Both are popular for their numerous temples & ashrams and the religious significance of Mother Ganges River. The towns are home to numerous ‘Sadhus’, the monks of Hinduism and Jainism. Both are often referred to as yoga centres and many international tourists visit the place to practice yoga under different Yoga Gurus. Rishikesh is also famous for its various adventure water sports like river rafting, canoeing. Kayaking and cliff jumping. There are many adventure trails available through the hills for beginner level trekking activities as well.

Haridwar & Rishikesh

Hari-ki-Pauri, Haridwar

Suggested Tours : 9 Days Golden Triangle with Haridwar Rishikesh Tour 

Shimla

The Queen of Chilly Hills

Shimla is one of the best tourist destinations in North India and is visited by tourists to experience snowfall and other recreational activities. It is the principal educational, commercial and cultural centre of the state of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla houses numerous British era buildings as they declared the hill station the summer capital of India and operated from there. The best places to visit in Shimla are Jakhoo temple, Mall Road, The Ridge, Viceroy Lodge and The Christ Church. The railway line from Kalka to Shimla built by the British is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Shimla boasts of having the largest natural ice skating rink in South Asia.

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Shimla

The Ridge, Shimla

Suggested Tours to visit Shimla

Delhi

The Capital of India

The capital city of India has seen the most number of major modern history changes of the country as it was the capital of different rulers for hundreds of years. This can be witnessed through the long list of monuments, spread around the Delhi city, that are hundreds of years old. The various monuments like Qutub Minar, Humayun’s tomb, Red Fort, India Gate, show different styles of architecture like Turkish, Mughal and British. The Old Delhi area is one where you can experience the architecture, chawls, and busy markets that are intact in their original shape from the last 400 years. The city has a number of shopping centres, restaurants, cafes and boasts of having incredible nightlife.

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India Gate, Delhi

India Gate, Delhi

Suggested Tour to visit Delhi

Ranthambore

An opportunity to see Tigers

Ranthambore is home to one of the most important National Parks in India, mainly popular for its rich population of the great Indian Bengal Tiger. The forest area was once the hunting grounds of the former Indian rulers and then the British officials. The area also holds Ranthambore Fort, which served as the resting place for people who visited back then. Now, the area is preserved as a National Park by the government of India and is one of the main reasons for reviving the population of tigers in India. The jungle safari through the park is an incredible experience, helping you spot numerous animals and plants. The various resorts nearby cater to your needs with the best accommodations.

Ranthambore National Park

Tiger Roaming in Ranthambore National Park

Suggested Tours to visit Ranthambore

Mathura Vrindavan

Where Lord Krishna Born and spent his childhood

Mathura and Vrindavan are two other locations mostly visited due to their cultural and religious importance due to the various connections with the Hindu God, Lord Krishna. Mathura is said to be the birthplace of the Lord and therefore is an important religious site for the people of faith to visit. Sri Krishna Janma Bhoomi and Dwarkadheesh temple are two of the most popular temples in the holy city of Mathura. Vrindavan is the area where the Lord spent his childhood and therefore has many temples dedicated to him and his lover Radha. Banke Bihari, Radha Raman temple and Prem Mandir are the major temples of the area.

Mathura Vrindavan

Mathura Vrindavan

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