20 best places to visit in North India

There are many popular places to visit in India. If we talke particularly about North India, then it is a pure delight to adventure enthusiasts as well as mountain lovers. There are various famous hill stations nestled in the Himalayas and gives you amazing scenic views. So, here we are giving you a list of 20 best places to visit in north India.

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1. Delhi

In North India, you must visit to Delhi which is the capital of India. This is a place where you will find many ancient monuments such as Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Jantar Mantar, Purana Quilla and Humayun’s Tomb. There is also famous Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple and India Gate. Moreover, for shopping you can visit to Chandni Chowk, Palika Bazar, Sadar Bazar, Lajpat Nagar and many more.

2. Jaipur

Jaipur is also known as the “Pink City” and is a capital of Rajasthan. This place is famous for its historical importance and is amongst the most popular tourist attraction in India. Amber Fort, The City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Nahargarh Fort are some of the major heritage sites in Jaipur. You can also shop in here for traditional Rajasthani clothes and jewellery.

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3. Agra

Agra is famous all over the world as it is home to the very beautiful Taj Mahal, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Taj Mahal is also referred as the “Symbol of Love” and many and lakhs of visit here every year. Agra expands a renowned chapter of the Golden Era of the Mughal Empire. Apart from Taj Mahal, Agra Fort is also visited by travelers.

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4. Udaipur

Udaipur is a city in Rajasthan which is perfect for the honeymoon or couples. It is famous for the Lake Palace Hotel which is located in the middle of the Lake Pichola. The other popular tourist destinations in Udaipur are City Palace, Monsoon Palace, Gulab Bagh, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Jagdish Temple and many more.

5. Manali

One of the most popular tourist destinations of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is well known for its wonderful natural beauty. During winders you can visit to Manali for enjoying sn0ofall and yes there is romance in the air of this place. You can also do paragliding and adventure activities in Manali.

6. Jaisalmer and Jodhpur

These two cities of Rajasthan state are very popular due to its rich heritage sites and tradition. These two places are perfect to visit if you want to see and experience the typical Rajasthani culture. In addition to this, there are various temples and fort where you can visit in Jaisalmer and Jodhpur.

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7. Rishikesh – Haridwar

Located in Uttrakhand state of North India, Rishiksh and Haridwar are popular in all over the world for various reasons. Rishikesh is the world capital of Yoga and people from every corner of the world to find mental peace and practice Yoga. Here, you can also do trekking, rafting, camping, bungee jumping, paragliding and other adventure activities. Whereas, Haridwar is popular due to holy River The Ganges. Here, you must see the evening aarti in the Harki Paudi.

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8.  Mussoorie

Mussoorie, is the popular hill station in North India and is located near to the city Dehradun. Perfect for honeymooners, this place is also well known for its attractive tourist places. Some of the major tourist attractions of Mussoorie are Mall Road, Lal Tibba, Mt. George Everest Peak, Company Garden, Kempty Falls and many others.

9. Shimla

Capital of well known state Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is known all over the world for its amazing natural beauty, snowfall and cold climate. During the winters, this place turns out to be a fantasy world.  You can shop here for woolen garments, traditional handicrafts and many more items from Mall Road.

10. Leh-Laddakh

Leh-Laddakh is a place in North India which inspires travelers for its excellent and magnificent natural views. Here are many places where you can visit like Buddhist monasteries, local market, Pangong Lake and many more. Apart from this, Laddkah is very cold especially during winters; so you should keep extra warm clothes while visiting to Leh-Laddakh.

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11. Kasol

Kasol is situated in Himachal’s Parvati Valley and is a perfect weekend gateway to enjoy with your friends. It is famous specially for trekking and you can also enjoy here fishing. Also, a visit to the close by Tosh village let you to get familiar with the Himachali folk culture where all the local people are very hospitable.

12. Kausani

Situated in the Garhwal Himalayas, Kasauni shadowed by the picturesque sight of Himalayan peaks such as Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Panchachuli. The major attraction in Kausani is Anashakti Ashram, here Mahatma Gandhi spent some days and wrote his famous commentary of Anashakti yoga. Kausani is stretches from a height of 1,200 meters - 1,800 meters.

13. Nainital

Nainital is located in the Kumaon Region of Uttarakhand state and is famous for lakes. Here tourists visit all over the year and is surrounded by many popular tourist destinations. Some of t he places to visit near Nainital are Bhimtal, Naukuchiatal, Saattal and many more. Moreover, in Nainital you can see the mesmerizing views of Himalaya and enjoy various adventure activities also.

14. Srinagar

Srinagar is the capital of beautiful state Jammu and Kashmir in North India. It is popular for sparkling Dal Lake, colourful garden as well as scenic nature which attracts the tourists from all over the world. Other than this, some more tourist attractions in Srinagar are Hazratbal Shrine, Stone Mosque, The Arts Emporium, Pari Mahal and many more.

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15. Auli

If you are advebture lover, then you must visit this beautiful hill station. Auli is well known all around the globe as best skiing place in India. Located in the Garhwal Himalayan region, you can enjoy the ride in cable car here and get an amazing view of lofty Himalayan peaks such as Kamet, Nanda, Trishul and Mana.

16. Gulmarg

Gulmarg is situated in Jammu Kashmir and many tourists came here for skiing. It is at a height of 2,690 meters and is a perfect winter getaway for leisure seekers. When you are in Gulmarg, don’t forget to ride in cable car. From here you will see the breathtaking view of the Himalayan range.

17. Chandigarh

Chandigarh is a capital city of both Punjab and Haryana states in North India. It is the first city based on master plan and is recognized for its cleanliness. Here you can visit to the world famous man made Rick Garden. Other than this you must also visit to Sukhna Lake, Rose Garden and Pinjore Garden. Furthermore, there are many places for shopping here such as markets of Sector 17, 22, 19 and many more.

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18. Amritsar

Amritsar is located in the Punjab state and is very famous also. in this city people mainly the popular Golden Temple. Golden Temple is a famous holy place for Sikhs but can be visited by people of all the religions. You can have a langar (food) here which is served 24x7 all over the year. Another place which you should definitely here is Wagah Border which is the international border of India and Pakistan.

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19. Jim Corbett National Park

The Jim Corbett National Park is located in the foothills of the Kumaon Himalaya and is spread over an area of 521 square kilometers in Ramnagar. It is one of the refreshing as well as exciting winter escapes in North India. Jim Corbett National Park is a home to various animals such as leopards, tigers, hog deer, barking deer and many birds also. Hence, if you are wildlife enthusiasts then you must do a safari tour in Jim Corbett National Park.

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20. Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore National Park is located approximately 150 kilometers from the capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur. This national park covers an area of about 392 square kilometers and is a home to many animals. Amongst the animal species there are leopards, wild boar, hyena, nilgai and many. Bird species you can see here are Woodpeckers, Storks, Dove, Crakes, Bee Eaters, Asian Palm Swift and many more.