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15 Top Travel Destinations in Uttar Pradesh

 

North India has some of the best examples of melange of cultures and there are several reasons for it. However, the consequences have been quite delightful and there is no denying in it. One of such North Indian state that reflects best the vivid hues by blending of cultures is Uttar Pradesh. Yes, indeed the Land of Lord Krishna, Rama, Buddha and Taj Mahal, this state is a perfect canvas painted in different colours to bring out a picture that is loved by all. Uttar Pradesh boasts aromatic and delectable Awadhi cuisine, the fine Chicken and brass work and majestic architecture. There is just about everything that you seek on a holiday in India and how better can it get if you can find it in one place!

Here are some of the top travel destinations in Uttar Pradesh:

Agra


The land of Taj, Agra has earned itself international fame for being a heritage hotspot in the country. Reflecting the architecture excellence of the Mughal Era, Agra stands on the bank of River Yamuna. The Mughal Empire has endowed Agra with architectural grandeurs like tombs and mausoleums; forts and palaces; gardens and mosques. A creative ground for the art lovers like Akbar, Shah Jahan and even the Lodi rulers, Agra is one such destination that alone brings a great boost in Uttar Pradesh tourism.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Fatehpur Sikri
  • Sikandra
  • Itmad Ud Daulah
  • Soor Sarovar
  • Chausath Khamba
  • Roman Catholic Cemetery
  • Chini ka Rauza
  • Mariam’s Tomb
  • Chhatri of Raja Jaswant Singh
  • Dayal Bagh
  • Guru ka Taal

How to Reach: The best way to reach Agra would be by train if incase a journey is planned from other parts of the country than Delhi/Mathura/Vrindavan/Noida/Gurgaon. The Yamuna Expressway connects Delhi conveniently with Agra reducing the run between the two to 2.5hrs only.

Vrindavan


 Holding immense religious importance amongst Hindu devotees, Vrindavan is a place where the worshippers of Lord Krishna throng to seek the blessing. Dozens of temples, old and modern, dot the town and they come in all shapes and sizes holding their own peculiarities and stories. Each temple can be reached by narrow winding lanes that are plush with shops that sell worship items and sweets. One thing, one has to be aware of are monkeys, who practically mug visitors.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Govind Dev Temple
  • Hare Rama Hare Krishna Temple
  • Keshi Ghat
  • Bankey Bihari Temple
  • Shahji Temple
  • Ranganathaji Temple
  • Prem Mandir
  • Nidhivan
  • ISKCON Temple
  • Radha Damodar Temple
  • Madan Mohan Temple
  • Pagal Baba Temple
  • Shree Radha Ras Bihari Ashta Sakhi Temple

How to Reach: The best way to reach Vrindavan is by train, there are regular trains to Delhi, Jaipur, Nagpur, Pune and Bangalore. It is ideal to drive to Vrindavan from Delhi, Agra and Mathura.

Mathura


‘Krishnabhoomi’ or the land of Krishna, Mathura is amongst the most visited places in Uttar Pradesh. The town near the famed Vrindavan is dotted with temples and a sacred Yamuna River flows past it. The entire lined with 25 ghats, which are thronged by devotees at dawn and sunset. Mathura was once a Buddhist centre and the home to thousands of monks and several monasteries, today all that remains of the old sights are the beautiful sculptures recovered from ruins.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Krishna Janma Bhoomi Mandir
  • Jama Masjid
  • Dwarkadhish Temple
  • Kusum Sarovar
  • Radha Kund
  • Kans Qila
  • Mathura Museum
  • Govardhan Hill
  • Vishram Ghat
  • Rangbhoomi

How to Reach: Mathura has its own rail junction, which has regular trains to Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai. Mathura is only 147kms from Delhi and 50kms from Agra, so one can even drive to it.

Varanasi


This religious city in Uttar Pradesh is said to be one of the oldest continually inhabited places in the world. Sitting on the bank of River Ganges, Varanasi is known for its ghats and the winding lanes dotted with temples that come in all sizes and shape. Haunt of Shiva devotees and home to some bizarrely-dressed sadhus, Varanasi is an absolutely a must visit place in Uttar Pradesh.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Dasaswamedh Ghat
  • Assi Ghat
  • New Vishwanath Temple
  • Kathwala Temple
  • Kashi Vishwanath/Golden Temple
  • Monkey Temple
  • Bharat Mata Temple
  • Alamgir Mosque
  • Manmandir Ghat
  • Shivala Ghat
  • Scindia Ghat
  • Gyan Vapi Well
  • Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
  • Ramnagar Fort

How to Reach: Varanasi is a well connected city in India. It has an airport that operates flights between major cities in India. The railway station is also connected to several cities across India. A good road transport system can also be found here.

Sarnath


An important Buddhist site in India, Sarnath is a scintillating gem of Uttar Pradesh tourism. Reckoned to be the place where Buddha preached his first sermon, Sarnath is a neighbor of Varanasi city. Later magnified by Ashoka by the establishment of stupas and monasteries, this city became a popular destination amongst Buddhist devotees. It is believed that the site disappeared completely in 12th century but was rediscovered during 19th century by British archaeologists. Today, Sarnath is amongst the most important Buddhist destinations in India.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Chaukhandi Stupa
  • Dhamek Stupa
  • Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
  • Sarnath Museum
  • Dharmarajika Stupa
  • Bodhivriksha
  • Nichigai Suzan Horinji Temple
  • Thai temple
  • Migadawun Myanmar Temple

How to Reach: The best way to reach Sarnath is to first reach Varanasi, which is only 20kms from Sarnath. From here several buses/cabs are available to Sarnath.

Kapilvastu



Recognized as the Shakya Capital, where Lord Buddha was born, Kapilvastu is an important place for Buddhist devotees. Situated about 27kms from Siddhartha Nagar district, the place has ruins that back to 8th century BC. The archeologists have excavated as many as 14 different layers of human habitat in this region, there are several Stupas found here that were built by Ashoka and the Gupta Kings. Today, Kapilvastu comprises of the several villages like Piprahwa, Ganvaria and Salagarh.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Main Stupa
  • Ganwaria Archeological Site
  • Salargarh Archelogical Site
  • Lumbini Sarawasti

How to Reach: The best way to reach Kapilvastu is to first travel by train to Siddhartha Nagar, which is only 20kms from Kapilvastu. From local buses and cabs are available to Kapilvastu.

Ayodhya


The much controversial yet sacred Ayodhya has been an infamous destination in Uttar Pradesh for more than two decades now but the controversy has earned it an ambiguous international acclaim. The birthplace of Lord Rama, Ayodhya besides its controversial site is a great place to take a plunge into the pool of spirituality. The city is dotted with temples and thus makes another apt place to go for temple tour in Uttar Pradesh.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Ram Lall Temple
  • Ramkot
  • Hanuman Garhi
  • Kanak Bhavan Temple
  • Nageshwarnath Temple
  • Moti Mahal
  • Treta ka Thakur
  • Guptar Ghat
  • Gulab Bari
  • Mausoleum of Bahu Begum

How to Reach: The best way to reach Ayodhya is by train as there are regular trains between Ayodhya and Kolkata, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow and from other small cities as well. Lucknow is only 130kms, Allahabad is 155kms and Varanasi is 200kms from Ayodhya, so one even has the option to drive to the city.

Allahabad


Famed for its Sangam (confluence of rivers) and the Kumbh Mela, Allahabad is an important tourism destination in Uttar Pradesh. The city has been an important part of Indian history and has also been the home of eminent Indian celebrities like Jawaharlal Nehru and Harivansh Rai Bachchan. Allahabad boasts its British era buildings, Mughal fort and tombs and its special ‘red’ guavas.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Sangam
  • Allahabad Fort
  • Patalpuri Temple and Akshaya Vat
  • Khusro Bagh
  • Anand Bhavan
  • All Saint’s Cathedral
  • Allahabad Museum
  • Company Gardens
  • Chandrashekhar Azad Park
  • Swaraj Bhavan

How to Reach: Allahabad is well connected with all major cities of India by train. So, the ideal way to reach here would be by train.

Chitrakoot


A tranquil retreat, Chitrakoot is an ideal holiday destination in Uttar Pradesh. Chitrakoot is also amongst the holy places of India. Legend has it that it was the abode of Lord Rama, his consort Sita and brother Lakshman for eleven years of their fourteen years of exile. Dotted with numerous temples and nature’s splendor, Chitrakoot is wrapped in peace and tranquility that is only disturbed by the sound of chirping birds and gushing streams.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Kamadgiri
  • Sphatik Shila
  • Hanuman Dhara
  • Ram Dhara
  • Janku Kund

How to Reach: The nearest railway station of Chitrakoot is at Karvi, which is at a distance of about 8kms. The ideal way is to first reach Karvi and then travel to Chitrakoot. One can also choose to take a bus from destinations like Allahabad (125 km), Satna (75 km), Lucknow (285 km), Mahoba (127 km), Kalinjar (88 km) and Jhansi (274 km).

Lucknow



This capital city of Uttar Pradesh truly has royal touch to it. Apart from the posh bungalows of politicians, majestic Vidhan Sabha and beautiful railway station, Lucknow is a perfect example of Awadh’s pride. Lucknow has the reputation of proffering finger licking good Awadhi cuisine, whose aroma fills the air and satisfies the soul of any food lover. The capital is growing up from being a reflection Mughal and architecture to a cosmopolitan city with each newly opening bar and lounge, better roads and massive parks.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Bada Imambara
  • Chhota Imambara
  • Residency
  • Lucknow Zoo
  • Hazratganj
  • Constantia House
  • Ambedkar Park
  • Lucknow Museum
  • Rumi Darwaza
  • Chattar Manzil
  • Begum Hazrat Mahal Park
  • Shahi Bawli
  • Asifi Masjid
  • Husainabad Clock Tower
  • Satkhanda
  • Tomb of Saadat Ali Khan
  • Tomb of Begum Murshidjadi
  • Shah Najaf Imambara
  • Sibtainabad ka Imambara

How to Reach: Reaching Lucknow is an easy peasy thing. Since, it is a capital of the state; it is well connected by air, rail and road by major cities in India.

Bareilly


Yes, the bollywood song ‘Jhumka Gira Re Bareilly Bazaar Mein’ made this city quite famous across the nation. Apparantely, it should be the Surma of Bareilly that should have also got the same fame. Although being the hometown of beauty queen Priyanka Chopra also brought fame to this Uttar Pradesh’s city. Bareilly is a centre for furniture manufacturing and trade in cotton, cereal and sugar. The city is situated at an equal distance from Delhi and Lucknow and is said to have the potential to become a metropolitan pretty soon.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Jagganath Temple
  • Fun City
  • Trivathi Nath Temple
  • Alaknath Temple
  • Dargah Ala Hazrat
  • Chunne Miyan’s Lakshmi Narayan Temple

How to Reach: The best way to reach Bareilly is by train as the place has a good network of trains running between several cities in India. Since, Delhi and Lucknow are situated at a distance of 259kms and 251kms respectively from Bareilly; one can also take a bus or simply drive to the city.

Jhansi


Famously linked to Queen of Jhansi, Rani Lakshmibai, who was a key player of the first war of independence in 1857, Jhansi is said to be a historically rich destination of Uttar Pradesh. Often dubbed as the gateway to Orchha and Khajuraho, Jhansi has a fair amount of historical tales to narrate to its visitors.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Jhansi Fort
  • Rani Mahal
  • Government
  • Mahalakshmi Temple
  • Ganesh Temple

How to Reach: Jhansi can easily be reached by train. There are number of trains between Jhansi and major cities of India.

Aligarh


Mostly famed for being an important education centre in Uttar Pradesh, Aligarh is another gem in the crown of the state. The city is also a famous commercial centre and is the hub of the lock manufacturing industry (an industry that traces its roots to Mughal period). It is also known for the battle of Ally Ghur that was fought between the French and the British. Brass products and ‘Aligarh Pajamas’ are also the speciality of this city.

Tourist Attractions:

  • Aligarh Fort
  • Jama Masjid
  • Aligarh Muslim University
  • Baba Barchi Bahadur Dargah
  • Khereshwar Temple
  • Teerthdham Mangalayatan
  • Maulana Azad Library
  • Shree Varshney Mandir
  • Dor Fortress
  • Ibn Sina Academy Of Medieval Medicine And Sciences
  • Chacha Nehru Gyan Pushp
  • Sir Syed Academy Museum

How to Reach: Aligarh has good rail connectivity, there are number of trains that operate between Aligarh and major cities in India.

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