Agra Tour
Varanasi Tour
Fatehpur Sikri Tour
Fairs and Festivals
Mathura Tour
Agra Tour
Varanasi Tour
Fatehpur Sikri Tour
Fairs and Festivals
Mathura Tour
Uttar Pradesh is a majestic land, offering breathtaking tourist attractions. It is the perfect holiday destination for any age group of people. It takes sheer pride in its tourist attractions such as Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, which is like the brightest diamond in the crown of India. From ancient temples to wildlife sanctuaries, historic places, mind blowing architectural marvels, massive forts, rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty, the state is rich in every sense. The state is visited by both national and international tourists throughout the year.
The incredible land of Uttar Pradesh is blest with magnificent attractions. Taj Mahal is the most beautiful and renowned attraction, occupying a very important place on the map of the world. Enveloped by ageless beauty, Taj Mahal is the symbol of eternal love. Placed on the list of the wonders of the world, undoubtedly Taj Mahal is beautiful beyond words. Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri are the three world heritage sites that draws plenty of tourists from across the world. Varanasi( considered the world's oldest city), Ayodhya (birth place of Lord Rama), Mathura (birth place of Lord Krishna) are some of the holiest places in the country, located in Uttar Pradesh. Sarnath where Gautama Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment is an important pilgrimage for Buddhists. Sarnath also has the Ashoka Pillar and Lion Capital, which hold immense historic importance. Rich in wildlife, Uttar Pradesh has several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks such as Dudhwa national park, Chandra Prabha wildlife sanctuary and National Chambal sanctuary. The state also has some wonderful museums and galleries showcasing unique and antique artefacts.
Lucknow, the city of Nawabs, is the capital city of Uttar Pradesh. It boasts of attractive monuments such as Rumi Darwaza, Chota Imambara and The Residency. Kumbh Mela is one of the most important festivals of India held four times every twelve years in Uttar Pradesh. It is the largest Mela in the world. The list of the attractions of Uttar Pradesh are simply endless!
Location
Uttar Pradesh is located in the northern part of India, and covers and area of 2,94,411 sq km. It is surrounded by the Indian states of Uttaranchal, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar, Rajasthan, Delhi and Madhya Pradesh. It shares an international border with Nepal.
Flora And Fauna
The wonderful state of Uttar Pradesh is rich in flora and fauna. Around 12% of its total area is covered with forests. The predominant flora of Uttar Pradesh include rhododendrons, betula, silver fir, spruce, deodar, chir, oak, sal, gigantic haldu, dhak, teak, mahua, salai, sisso and chironji. Plants cultivated in the state are rauwolfia serpentina, Viala serpens, podophyllum, hexandrum and Aephecra gerardiana. Woody plants, trees, shrubs and climbers can also be seen here.
Home to a wide variety of wildlife, the forests of Uttar Pradesh are known for� wildlife species such as tiger, leopard, wild bear, sloth bear, elephant, gond, para, chinkara,sand grouse, musk deer, brown bear, chital, sambhar, jackal, porcupine, jungle cat, hare, squirrel, monitor, lizard and fox. Commonly found avian species in the state are crow, pigeon, dove, jungle fowl, black partridge, house sparrow, peafowl, blue jay, parakeet, kite, myna, quail, bulbul, snipe, comb duck, grey duck, cotton teak, whistling teal, kingfisher and woodpecker. The state has the best tiger reserves of the country�Dudhwa National Park and Lakhimpur Kheri.
Wildlife Resorts In Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is the perfect destination for wildlife freaks. The state is proud of its several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, which provide shelter to enchanting wildlife. Some of the wildlife sanctuaries are Hastinapur wildlife sanctuary, Kishnapur wildlife sanctuary, Chambal sanctuary,� Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary Mahavir Swami Wildlife Sanctuary Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary Ranipur Wildlife Sanctuary and Nawab Ganj Bird Sanctuary. Comfortable accommodation options are available inside or near these wildlife sanctuaries. Dudhwa Forest Rest House is one of the famous wildlife resorts of Uttar Pradesh.
Safaris In Uttar Pradesh
Being a land of myriad attractions, Uttar Pradesh offers amazing safaris to the tourists flocking to this state. Scan the jungles of Uttar Pradesh on a Jeep safari or elephant safari. There is so much to see in the state, and can be best explored on a Jeep safari. Embark on the sightseeing safari and you are bound to come back fascinated.
Shopping
A trip to Uttar Pradesh is incomplete without shopping in its colourful markets. One can buy a wide range of items from the markets. Different places in the state are famous for their different handicrafts, which are not only beautiful but high on quality as well. The rich heritage of the state is amazingly visible in its art and crafts. Stone carvings and embroidered goods available in the state are very popular among tourists. Muradabad is famous for its brass ware, bronze and copper items, Aligarh is known for its locks, which are exported in many countries, Saharanpur and Bareilly specialize in furniture and wrought iron goods, and Meerut for musical instruments. Chikan and Lucknowi dress material are famous for their beauty and quality. Beautiful jewellery, ornaments, bangles, pottery, leather crafts and glass ware are also available in the markets of Uttar Pradesh.
Climate
Uttar Pradesh experiences sub-tropical climate but a significant change in climate is observed with location and season. In summers the temperature ranges from 27.5�32.5�C and in the winters the temperature varies from� 2�17.5�C.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit Uttar Pradesh is between October to March.
By Air: Agra, Kanpur, Lucknow and Varanasi are the four domestic airports of Uttar Pradesh, which connect the state to other major cities of India by regular flights.
By Rail: Major cities of Uttar Pradesh like Lucknow, Agra and Varanasi are efficiently connected to other major cities of the country by rail.
By Road: Several National Highways such as NH 2,25,26,27,29 and 45 and various state highways� make Uttar Pradesh easily accessible from other parts of the country by road.
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