The northern state of Uttar Pradesh is the most populous state in the Indian subcontinent and is also the most populous country subdivision, when seen on a global level. However, apart from just population, there is a lot more to look at within this state. Over the years, Uttar Pradesh tourism has evolved to a great level and has seen visitors from different places of the world.
The state of Uttar Pradesh has a very rich heritage and is common with the name of ‘Heartland of India’. This state is blessed with the good things of nature and also has some of the amazing pieces of monuments which are man-made probably dating back to the Mughal era. Also, even if you have a tough time with subjects like geography, you’ll be familiar with the rivers of Ganga and Yamuna flowing through the state.
Hence, if your prolonged summer vacation travel is at a halt because of the undecided place, let me help you with some of the top sights in Uttar Pradesh.
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Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW
The beginning of exploring the best places in Uttar Pradesh should be with the Nawabs for sure. By now, many of you must have busted the relation between the best tourist attractions in Uttar Pradesh as well as the mention of the Nawabs. And, for those who haven’t, let me get straight to the point. Lucknow or the ‘City of Nawabs’ is one place in the Uttar Pradesh state which has an ancient charm and does every justice to the title given to it. The past tells that this city saw flourishing levels of creativity, music as well as literature. Lucknow has the following places to visit:
- Rumi Darwaza
- Lucknow Zoo
- British Residency
- Bara Imambara
- Hazratganj
- Begum Hazrat Mahal
- Constantia House
- Dr. Ambedkar Park
VARANASI
Following the Nawabs comes the ‘Religious Capital of India’. The city of Varanasi experiences a great footfall of the pilgrims every year. Lying on the banks of the Holy river Ganga, the atmosphere of Varanasi becomes all the more authentic and peaceful. This piece of land has its own reasons to attract people of various religions having different faiths and ideologies.
Uttar Pradesh’s best places, which are a part of Varanasi, are stated below:
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Banaras Ghats
- Sarnath
- Chunar Fort
- Manikarnika Ghat
- Man Mandir Ghat
- Ramnagar Fort
- Chaumsathi Ghat
- Archaeological Museum
KANPUR AND MATHURA
Both of these cities are nothing less than an interesting visit. Kanpur is the commercial capital of the Uttar Pradesh state while Mathura has a mythological connection, being the birth of Lord Krishna. Mathura also is a Buddhist centre and also is known to have as many as 20 monasteries. Kanpur also lies on the banks of the Ganga river and has various reasons for emerging as one of the best places in Uttar Pradesh.
The following places can be visited:
- Mecca Masjid
- Jain Glass Temple
- Shri Radhakrishna Temple
- Allen Forest Zoo
- Bithoor
- Jajmau
- Boodha Bargad
And, the following are the places belonging to the Mathura city in Uttar Pradesh:
- Jama Masjid
- Kusum Sarovar
- Kans Qila
- Govardhan Hill
- Mathura Museum
- Krishna Janma Bhoomi Mandir
- Raja Bharatpuras Palace
- Dwarkadhish Temple
FATEHPURI SIKRI
Fatehpuri Sikri is a place which has its association with the Mughal era within the Indian subcontinent. This dates back to the 16th century. It was Mughal Emperor, Akbar, who is known to have built this city. However, this city had faced a scarcity of water but also has some masterpieces when it comes to architecture. Fatehpur Sikri is a fine example when it comes to people who love exploring buildings and great architectural pieces. Some of them are:
- Khwabgah
- Panch Mahal
- Diwan-i-Khas
- Lotus Throne
- Johbhai Palace
- Buland Darwaza
AYODHYA AND VRINDAVAN
Both of these places are associated with the Hindu Gods Lord Rama and Lord Krishna respectively. Lord Krishna was brought up in Vrindavan and this place has a lot of stories to tell, related to his childhood, doing notorious things and fighting the demons. Apart from the Hindu religion, the city of Ayodhya has a significance for the people following the Islam religion as well. In the 16th century the Ayodhya city emerged as the home to the Babri Masjid as well. Also, the Ram Mandir is under construction in the Ayodhya city.
Both of these places are amongst the best places to visit in Uttar Pradesh and have the following spots to visit:
- Moti Mahal
- Govinda Dev Temple
- Faizabad Museum
- Kanak Bhawan
- Iskon Temple
- Bankey Bihari Temple
- Treta ke Thakur
- Kesi Ghat
- Mausoleum of Bahu Begum
- Shahji Temple
- Ramkot
- Rangaji Temple
- Hanuman Garhi
- Gulab Bari
- Guptar Ghat
AGRA
So, there is much more than just the Taj Mahal which Agra has to contribute to the list of the best tourist places in Uttar Pradesh. The capital of Uttar Pradesh also has some astonishing pieces of monuments which are a result of sheer brilliance and awestruck talent.
Some of them to be visited are stated below:
- Mehtab Bagh
- Sikandara
- Agra Fort
- Aram Bagh
- Panch Mahal
- Khas Mnahal
- Agra Art Gallery
- Itmad-Ud-Daula
- Musamman Burj
JHANSI
Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh can be associated with Rani Laxmibai or Manikarnika. Since our childhood, most of us have grown up singing the lines of the poem, ‘Khoob ladi mardani woh toh Jhansi wali Rani thi’.
The cities of Uttar Pradesh have extracted their colours from various religions, history of the country, nature as well as excellent pieces of art and architecture. The city of Jhansi has ounces of everything which makes it one of the best places belonging to Uttar Pradesh tourism.
The following are the tourist attractions in Jhansi which can be visited:
- Rani Mahal
- Jhansi Fort
- Chirgaon
- Prichha
- Government Museum
- Maharaja Gangadhar Rao ki Chatri
Some of the other tourist attractions in Uttar Pradesh are as follows:
- Aligarh
- Meerut
- Sarnath, which is an important centre for Buddhists.
- Kushinagar
- Allahabad
The top sights in Uttar Pradesh have a spellbinding beauty and have an interesting spell which is a mix of cultures, traditions, religions, emotions, scenic beauty and whatnot.
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