City: Uttar Pradesh
Top Things to do in Uttar Pradesh
Top Hotels in Uttar Pradesh
- 1. The Gaurs Sarovar Portico
- 2. Sandal Suites, operated By Lemon Tree Hotels, Noida
- 3. Hotel Four Element
- 4. ITC Mughal, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Agra
- 5. Trident, Agra
- 6. Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar
- 7. Radisson Hotel Agra
- 8. Taj Ganges, Varanasi
- 9. Radisson Lucknow City Center
- 10. Radisson Hotel Varanasi
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Uttar Pradesh, India
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Restaurants in Uttar Pradesh
1. Akshaya Patra
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By 79lakshmans - Bengaluru, India
ISKCON, Bangalore have conceived a project to be set in a 62 acre plot with an iconic, monumental sky scraper temple for Lord Sri Krishna at Vrindavan in line with the desire expressed by Sri Srila Prabhupada, Founder Acharya of ISKCON. The temple is called ‘Chandrodaya temple’ and the construction works commenced in March 2014 and it’s expected to be completed in 5 years, say by 2019 at an estimated cost of INR 300 crores (US$ 47 million). At present, under Akshya Patra Foundation, over 2000 schools are covered from this centralized kitchen serving over 120,000 school children with mid-day meal in and around Vrindavan. Also, beautiful Lord Krishna temple is ready on first floor of the building and regular puja is being carried out. Apart from the main temple, the complex will have a lot of modern amenities including a helipad and those of re-created theme parks showing Krishna’s past times & Krishna heritage museum along with residential buildings. Once everything is completed, no doubt that this place is going to be the most sought after attractions of Vrindavan.
2. Banaras Ghats
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4.5 based on 1,836 reviews
One of the oldest cities of India, Banaras acts as an important religious center. The numerous bathing ghats (steps) along the bank of the Ganges attract huge crowds of pilgrims.
Reviewed By Satish1955 - Bengaluru, India
The Ghats in Varanasi are Riverfront steps leading to River Ganges, There are nearly 88 ghats in Varanasi where bathing, pooja ceremonies are held. The most prominent of the ghats and by far the largest and cleanest is Dashashwamedha ghat where Bramha performed Ashwamedha yagna. You need to reach the ghat from the main road near Godaulia crossing by rickshaw. You have to spend time in the ghat to soak in the atmosphere of the milling crowds, saadhus, cows, dogs, touts etc. The best way to see other ghats is to take a sunset boat ride on Ganges from Dashaashwamedha ghat. A single private rowing boat ride followed by viewing Ganga Aarthy from boat will cost you about 1500. Prominent ghats are Manikarnika & Harishchandra ghats where bodies are cremated 24 hours, Assi ghat, Bramha ghat etc . If you are travelling in winter make sure you are carrying adequate warm clothes
3. Assi Ghat
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4.5 based on 1,233 reviews
Reviewed By tmagrawal - New Delhi, India
If you are first timer and wants to see both morning and evening aartis my suggestion is to stay near assi Ghat as you won't have to walk half a km if you choose to stay near dashaswamed Ghat. You can take a boat ride in the evening and see evening aarti at dashaswamed Ghat as well as visit vishwanath temple in one go and attend morning aarti and subah banaras at assi Ghat.
4. Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
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4.5 based on 2,354 reviews
Reviewed By FazulM2
This is a mausoleum that enshrines the remains of Mumtaz Mahal's parents, her first husband and first child plus her close lady in waiting. This was a piece of history that I didnt know whereby she had an earlier marriage. All the while she had been associated with Shah Jahan and the Taj Mahal. The building is a smaller version of Taj Mahal and with lesser architectural finery when compared to Taj Mahal. Nevertheless the architecture is very much like that of Taj Mahal where Iranian workmanship can be seem on the walls. Scriptures were crafted into the stones of the wall and the way the mausoleum was built ensured that the 4 corners be used to entomb the related figures to Mumtaz. You cant leave Agra without seeing this.
5. Manikarnika Ghat
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4.5 based on 1,161 reviews
Reviewed By Storyteller688502 - Chennai (Madras), India
Manikarnika Ghat is one of the oldest ghats in Varanasi held in great reverence by Hindus. There are different lores associated with this place. One of the lore is as follows. It is believed that Mata Sati sacrificed her life after her father humiliated her husband Lord Shiva in a yagna. Lord Shiva took her burning body to the Himalayas. On seeing the unending sorrow of Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu sent His Divine chakra to cut the body into 51 parts which fell at different places on earth. Shakthi Peets have been established at all these places. It is believed that Mata Sati's ear ornaments fell on this place by the side of the Ganges and hence the name Manikarnika ghat came into existence. The Shakti of Manikarnika is addressed as Vishalakshi & Manikarni.
6. Dasaswamedh Ghat
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4.5 based on 1,953 reviews
India Trip Offer Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. It is located close to Vishwanath Temple and is probably the most spectacular ghat. Two Hindu legends are associated with it: According to one, Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva
Reviewed By SSRaju - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The main ghat of Varanasi where there is action 24/7, the epitome is the Ganga Aarti performed every evening, witnessed by tens of thousands from the shore and from the river on boats. An elaborate affair that is truly breathtaking. Once a filthy spot, now it is absolutely clean and gleaming.
7. Panch Mahal - Fatehpur Sikri
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4.5 based on 945 reviews
Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom
The Panch Mahal is a rectangular building, comprising five levels of colonnaded terraces open on all sides. Some of the columns form pavilions. Some of the columns are so thin and elegant, combined with the red sandstone glinting off the sunlight makes an already picturesque building look beautiful. My guide told me that the use of the building was not known for certain, but it was probably used as a harem and place of entertainment and relaxation.
8. Jodha Bai's Palace
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4.5 based on 225 reviews
Reviewed By DP1066 - Hastings, United Kingdom
Set around an enormous courtyard, this palace was the one-time courtyard of Emperor Akbar’s Hindu wife. It features traditional Indian columns, Islamic cupolas and Persian roof tiles.
9. Diwan-I-Khas
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4.5 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By Alok_Nahata - Alor Setar, Malaysia
As the name suggests, this was a special meeting place of Akbar with his 9 special advisors and special people of the society. King sat in the middle on the lotus throne and the advisors on each corner. Below sat the audience. Special place for special decisions so entry and exit of the King was also special. The king could leave from here through secret doors in the walls. Amazing architecture...
10. Sarnath
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4.5 based on 2,928 reviews
The Dhamekha stupa and other imposing structures adorn this holy site where Buddha first preached his message.
Reviewed By meriyatra - Mumbai, India
Very beautifully maintained and excellent facilities provided by the ASI and the Govt of India. Very impressed! The information provided is good. The place is neat and clean. A nominal fee is taken as entry charges. The museum is excellent. The highlight being the Ashok Chakra. It’s amazing to know that the national emblem is an integration of Buddhist philosophies. Truly unity in Diversity! For those who seek peace this historical place where Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining Nirvana is THE place to meditate in, the energies here are absolutely amazing! Loved being there and spending quality time in the place where the Teachings were given.
