Best tourist places in India

Hawa Mahal A stunning pick and red sandstone five-story structure stands in the heart of Jaipur. One of the city’s most popular tourist attractions, the Hawa Mahal has a unique purpose. Also known as the Palace of the Wind, it was a place where royal women could view street activities outside while hidden from view. To this end, the pyramid-shaped palace has 953 windows, each with an intricate design. Constructed in 1799, Hawa Mahal is considered an excellent example of Rajputana architecture. 953 windows of Hawa Mahal - 953 windows of Hawa Mahal The unique attraction of Hawa Mahal is its 953 windows that cover the lace-like walls. The Hawa Mahal was specially built for the Rajput members and especially for the women, so that the royal ladies could watch the daily drama dances taking place in the street below. Also a beautiful view of the city from the window. Hawa Mahal is one of the best examples of Rajput architecture in India

Top 5 Places To Visit In Allahabad The city was originally named as Prayag or the place of offerings and is revered as one of the most important pilgrim spot for the Hindus in India. The city is a home to a confluence known as the triveni, and is the meeting point of the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers of India. The city is also the second oldest city in India with its origins traced back to the Vedic Period. The city was named to Allahabad or Ilahabad by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1583 which literally means the Garden of Allah in Urdu. The place has been mentioned in the ancient texts of the Vedas as the place where Lord Brahma organized a sacrificial ritual. Known to be one of the major pilgrim spots and a booming economic center in India, here’s the list of the best places to visit in Allahabad. 1. Triveni Sangam triveni-sangam Photo by Partha Sarathi Sahana, CC BY 2.0 The most important tourist destination in Allahabad, the Triveni Sangam is the confluence of the 3

  Harmandir Sahib: The Golden Temple of Amritsar Harmandir Sahib: The Golden Temple of Amritsar Founded in 1577 by Ram Das, Amritsar is an important hub of Sikh history and culture. The main attraction here is Harmandir Sahib, opened in 1604 and still often referred to as the Golden Temple for its beautiful gold decoration. The holiest of India's many Sikh shrines (it also attracts many Hindus and people of other faiths), the temple was built in a blend of Hindu and Islamic styles. Its lower marble section features such flourishes as ornate inlaid floral and animal motifs, while the large golden dome represents a lotus flower, a symbol of purity to Sikhs. In addition to its splendid design, visitors are equally impressed with the temple's spiritual atmosphere, an effect enhanced by the prayers continuously chanted from the Sikh holy book and broadcast throughout the complex

  The Holy City of Varanasi Dating back to the 8th century BC, Varanasi is one of the oldest still inhabited cities in the world. A major pilgrimage center for Hindus, this holy city has long been associated with the mighty Ganges River, one of the faith's most important religious symbols. not least of them the chance to explore the  Old Quarter  adjacent to the Ganges where you'll find the  Kashi Vishwanath Temple , built in 1780. The New Vishwanath Temple with its seven separate temples is also of interest. Bathing in the Ganges is of great importance to Hindus, and numerous locations known as "ghats" feature stairways leading to the water where the faithful bathe before prayers. The largest are  Dasashvamedh Ghat  and  Assi Ghat . The latter, at the confluence of the Ganges and Asi rivers, is considered particularly holy. Also worth seeing is  Banaras Hindu University , established in 1917 and noted for its massive library with more than a million books, an

  First time in Agra? These are the 7 restaurants you should definitely visit Most trips to Agra span between 24 to 48 hours—just enough time to soak up the beauty of the Taj Mahal, pencil in a trip to Fatehpur Sikhri and, of course, savour the tourist city’s local food culture. Here, we tell you where to go and what to eat 1. The Taj Mahal, Agra The Taj Mahal, Agra Perhaps India's most recognizable building, the Taj Mahal is also the world's most famous testimony to the power of love. Named after Mumtaz Mahal, the favorite wife of Emperor Shah Jahan, this most beautiful of mausoleums was begun upon her death in 1631 and took 20,000 workmen until 1648 to complete. Incorporating many elements of Islamic design including arches, minarets, an onion-shaped dome, and black calligraphy inlaid around the entrance, the Taj Mahal is largely constructed of white marble. Adding to its splendor are delicate inlaid floral patterns and precious and semi-precious stones such as jade, lapis la

  Alleppey Kerala South India is famous for its greenery and naturalness. If going on a bachelor trip, then visit the city of alleppey in Kerala. Alleppey is called the Venice of India. The view here is like Venice of itely. Surrounded by sea, lakes and greenery, the beauty of this city increases more in summer. There are many temples and beautiful beaches here. If you go to alleppey with friends, then you can visit Ambala pookha shri Krishna temple, Karishnapuram palace, marari beach Alleppey houseboat food menu Lunch                                                     Rice                                                                pappadam                                                                                      karimeen-fry                                                                              Green salad                                                                                                           mixed-thoran