Best Places to Visit in Uttar Pradesh

The state of Uttar Pradesh is a prominent place in the heart of India, where the rituals of Hindus and Buddhists take place, besides the epics of Indian culture, are centred around this place.

• Varanasi is located on the western banks of the Ganges. This city is also called "Kashi" or "Banaras". This is the world's oldest city. Ritual baths and other Hindu cultural festivals take place here. This is one of the oldest cities where civilization took place.
• Lucknow is also called the city of Nawab. Here you will enjoy many shopping areas, "chaat", and "kulf." Lucknow is the religious destination in Uttar Pradesh, and this place is auspicious as three rivers, Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, unite here; this is also called sama-gama.
• Mathura is famous for its cultural and religious beliefs and its place prominent in Mahabharat. Mathura is famous for being the birthplace of Lord Krishna. Holi and Janmashtami are celebrated here.
• Vrindavan, a famous place to visit. This is the place where Lord Krishna spent his childhood. This place attracts many tourists, and religious festivals are celebrated here with fervour.
• Chitrakoot is-a famous tourist spot. While they went in search of vanvas, it is believed Lord Ram, Sita, and Laksmana stayed at Chitrakoot, another religiously significant location where it is believed Lord Ram, Sita, and Laksmana stayed for a while. This is also called the "place of many wonders."
• Ayodhya is now going to be a tourist city with temples and celebrations. This was the place Lord Ram was born and where his kingdom’s capital was located.
• Agra is the epicenter of the world's tourist map, where the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, and many other tourist attractions. Tourists visit during the full moon night; one can see the beauty of the Taj Mahal and witness its amazingness.
• Vindhyachal-During the Navratri festival, people flock to this location. Vidyachal is the place of Prayaschit. It is a very auspicious place for religious purposes.
• Jhansi, the city of Rani Jhansi, and the third cleanest city in the world. There is a fort here with a history of wars still lingering here silently.
• Hastinapur, the city of Kauravas and Pandavas, was the place where the entire Mahabharat epic was written.
• Barsana is famous for its Holi celebration. Being famous for Lathmar Holi celebration, it is also called the birthplace of Radha Rani.
• Kanpur is named after the eldest son of Kundhi, Karna, as Karnapur. Now it is the famous city of leather factories. This city is located on the banks of the Ganges.
• Meerut has a historical link with India and Sri Lanka. Mandodary, the wife of Ravan, was born here, and her father, Maya, established this city. Later on, after a war, Ravan, her husband, migrated to Sri Lanka and ruled as a king there.
• Bareilly is the birthplace of Draupathy or Patanjali, and this place has historical importance for being part of the Mahabharat, being the birthplace of Panchali, and now it is the city of fashion. Traditional fashion outfits are available here.
• Kushi Nagar is famous for the Buddhist place where Lord Buddha died here. There are celebrations here during Buddha Purnima.
• In Dudhwa National Park, you can find many species of animals, especially, the Hispid hare, swamp deer, and leopard.

Festivals in Uttar Pradesh:

Buddha Purnima
Dussehra
Makar Sankranti
Ayudha Pooja
Janmashtami
Lath Maar Holi.
Durgotsav

Art in Uttar Pradesh:

Nautanki
Raasleel
Chapeli dance
Kajri dance

Songs in Uttar Pradesh:

vPubaiya Ang
Sohar
Kaharwa
Chanayni
Nauka Jhakkad
Banjara and Njava
Kajli or Kajri
Jarewa and Sadavajra Saranga

Art in Utter Pradesh:

Stonecraft
Carpets
Brass Art Metal Ware
Glass Ware
Pottery

How to Travel in Uttar Pradesh?

By Air
By Road
By Rail

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