10 Must See Places in India

India is a country that has great history with a unique culture that blends with many religions and cultures. There are many places to visit in India. This is just a list of few places that one must see when one visits India.

Agra – Agra is undoubtedly the most famous travel destination in India with Tajmahal, Agra fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-Ud-Daulah, Akbar’s Tomb, and many other tourist attractions.  Taj Mahal is the one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a World Heritage Site.  Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is one of the most beautiful monument ever build by a man in the whole world.  Agra Fort was built by Akbar  Agra Fort is a World Heritage Site.  Fatehpur Sikri was also built by Akbar and made it his capital.  Fatehpur Sikri is also the World Heritage Site.  Agra is situated on the bank of River Yamuna.  It is about 200 km from Delhi.

Khajuraho – Khajuraho is the second most visited place by foreigners in India after Taj Mahal.  There are many Hindu and Jain temples in Khajuraho famous for their erotic sculpture.  The Khajuraho group of monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Khajuraho is located in Chhatarpur District of Madhya Pradesh State 620 km from Delhi.
Goa – Goa is visited by many domestic and foreign tourists.  Goa is famous for beaches.  Basilica of Bom Jesus and other churches of Goa are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Goa also has rich flora and Fauna, which is classified as a biodiversity hotspot.
Delhi – Delhi is the capital city and second biggest city of India.  It has been continuously inhabited from at least 6th century BC.  There are many historical monuments in Delhi like Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rastrapathi Bhavan, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, Akshardham Temple, Bahai Lotus Temple and many more.  Qutub Minar and its monuments, Red Fort, and Humayun’s Tomb are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Ajanta and Ellora Caves: Ajanta Caves are located in Aurangabad District the state of Maharashtra. Ajanta Caves are rock cut cave monuments dating back to 2nd century BC and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Ellora Caves are located at 30 km from the city of Aurangabad in the state of Maharashtra.  They built by the Rashtrakuta Dynasty.  Ellora is a World Heritage Site.  There are 34 caves with Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain temples and monasteries, which were built between the 5th century and 10th century.
Mumbai – Mumbai is the commercial and entertainment center of India.  There are many tourist spots in Mumbai including Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Elephanta Caves, Haji Ali Mosque, beaches and other places.  Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Elephanta Caves are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Jaipur – Jaipur is the capital of the state of Rajasthan.  There are many places to visit in Jaipur including Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Rambagh Palace, Albert Hall Museum, Jantar Mantar, and Chand Baori stepwell.
Varanasi – Varanasi is situated on the banks of River Ganga in the state of Uttar Pradesh.  Varanasi is also knowan as Kashi and Banaras.  It is the pilgrimage place for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains.  It is one of the oldset continually inhabited cities in the world.  To see the grandeur of Indian culture, one need to visit this city.
The above-mentioned places are just a few tourist destinations.  There are many other places that are worth visiting in India.  There are numerous forts, palaces, monuments, temples, masjids, churches, gurudwaras, Buddhist and Jain sites, World Heritage Sites, wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls, beaches, and many more.  India is a world in itself and without visiting India, one touring the world is very much incomplete.
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