subject: Top Three Notable Tourist Destinations In North India [print this page] Northern India is very popular among tourists coming from different parts of the world. It is home to Indias some of the best tourist destinations which are visited by domestic and international tourists each year. Have a look at top three notable tourist destinations of Northern India.
Delhi: Delhi is the capital city of India. It represents Indias history in most glorious way since it is home to many ancient sites and historical places. It also represents the fine amalgamation of tradition, culture, heritage and modernity. It has been a prominent tourist destination and also considered to be the gateway for tourism in northern India. Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayuns Tomb are UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the city. Apart from these places Old Fort, Rajghat Gandhi Memorial, India Gate War Memorial, etc are other historical places in the city. Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, Jama Masjid, National Museum, Connaught Place, etc are also popular among tourists. From Delhi you can also make excursion to many other interesting tourist places of northern India.
Jaipur: Jaipur is the capital and largest city of Indian state of Rajasthan. It is lovingly called the Pink City of India because of pink painted buildings and houses in the city especially in the old city area. It is a beautiful and historical city with lots of tourist attractions. Known for magnificent monuments, it is one of the most important tourist destinations to see in northern India. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jal Mahal Palace, City Palace Complex, Chandra Mahal, Museum, Govind Devji Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Moti Doongri Temple, Jawahar Kala Kendra, Rambagh Palace, Ram Niwas Gardens, Albert Hall Museum, Jantar Mantar Observatory, etc are must see attractions in the city. Jantar Mantar Observatory is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Chokhi Dhani Village Resort is also very popular on Jaipur tour.
Agra: Agra is an historical and medical town of India located in Uttar Pradesh state on the banks of Yamuna River. It was once the capital of glorious Mughal Empire. Hence it is also called the City of Mughals or the City of Mughal Monuments. Here you will see many Mughal monuments that will definitely stun you. The city is mainly known for the magnificent Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonders of the World. But the city also has other Mughal monuments like Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah Tomb and nearby Fatehpur Sikri monuments and Sikandara Akbars Tomb. Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
These all three important tourist destinations of northern India can be best traveled and explored via golden triangle tours in India. India golden triangle is a popular travel circuit covering Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
