India is one of the most attractive countries in the world. Travelling in India is booming with the economic prosperity by leaps and bounds. The outstanding natural beauty of Darjeeling and Goa, the magnificence of historic Taj Mahal and Lal Qila, the modernity of the city of Mumbai and Bangalore and the awesome vastness of the desert of Rajasthan, are some of worth seeing tourist attractions in India. Bharat is the home of variety of cultures, languages, religions and natural scenery. Here are the top ten tourist attractions or must see places in India.
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![]() Taj Mahal is the not only the most famous tourist spot in India but it is also one of the Seven Wonders of the World . It attracts record 2 to 4 million visitors annually. This magnificent building/tomb was constructed in 1653 by Moghel Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Its unique design is the combination of Persian, Indian and Islamic architecture. Ever since its construction, the building has been the source of an admiration transcending culture and geography, and so personal and emotional responses have consistently eclipsed scholastic appraisals of the monument. One of the interesting facts for the tourists or travelers here is that the color of this huge historical monument of Bharat keeps changing throughout the day. |
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![]() Goa is famous for its amazing beaches and colonial age buildings. It is the smallest state of India by area and located on the western coastline of India near state of Maharashtra . This historic tourist destination was controlled by Portuguese till 1961 and then India took control of it. It also attracts large number of tourists every year not only from India but also from the world. Nature has blessed Goa with graceful scenic beaches of Palolem, Anjuna, Vagator etc. Tourists can also enjoy rice and fish curry along with pickles and fried fish in lunch or dinner. |
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![]() Nalanda is the ancient and historical city of India which is famous for its university named Nalanda University which is considered as the greatest ancient Budhist University of recorded history. This ancient city is located in the state of Bihar and it was considered as center of Buddhist learning. The Great Stupa, Nalanda Archaeological Museum and Nalanda Multimedia Museum are popular travel places to visit in Bharat. |
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![]() Konarak temple is situated in the state of Orissa. This mysterious temple is also known as Sun Temple or Black Pagoda. The most amazing thing about this temple is that it was constructed with sand stone. This ancient temple is not only the world heritage site but also considered as one of the Seven Wonders of India. It is also the must see place in India for travelers.
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Posted on March 6, 2011
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