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Tourism in India – Explore Cultural Sites

Tourism in India provides tourists ample opportunities to explore many cultural sites and attractions.

Author: Ajay Kumar Yadav

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There are numerous cultural, historical, heritage, religious and historical sties in this country which attract the attentions of tourists from all over the world. Have a look at some of most coveted cultural heritage attractions of India tourism.

When we talk about cultural attractions in India, the first name strikes our mind is the magnificent Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Built in graceful white marble, the Taj is a world heritage site and one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It never fails to lure its visitors due to its extraordinary outstanding architectural beauty. It is also called the Symbol of Love as it was constructed by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the loving commemoration of his most beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.

There is Khajuraho Temple Complex in Madhya Pradesh which also has worldwide appreciation due to its amazing architecture. There are series of magnificent temples at the complex divided into three major groups. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is also a world heritage site declared by UNESCO. You will see stunning caving and many erotic sculptures when you will explore the temple complex. Sound & Light Show is organized here in the evening.

Golden Fort (also called Sonar Kila) is also a worth visit monument and cultural site in India. Located in Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, it is one of the oldest living fortresses in the world and one of seven wonders of India. Jain Temples, Havelis, residential buildings, etc are attractions inside the fort complex.

Ajanta & Ellora caves near Aurangabad in Indian state of Maharashtra are very popular attractions of cultural tourism in India. You will have ample opportunities to see many century-old rock-cut temples from Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism faiths. There are is magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai in Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Known for outstanding structures and magnificent towering gopurams the temple is very popular attraction for cultural journey in southern India. Rameshwaram, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Kanyakumari, Tirupati, etc are other popular destinations for cultural tourism in southern part of India.

Apart from above mentioned cultural attractions and sites there are many more cultural and heritage sites in this country. Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya in Bihar, historical forts in Rajasthan, holy temples in Varanasi, Dargah Sharif in Ajmer, Lord Brahma Temple in Pushkar, Buddhist monasteries in Ladakh, etc are other cultural attraction of India Tourism. In a nutshell, India boats lots of cultural attractions that will never fail to lure you. You shall never forget the charm of cultural journey in India.

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Ajay kumar is an amateur writer primarily focusing on relocation and travel related topics. Currently He is rendering his services India Tourism.one of leading and most professional to Tourism in India Companies.

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Tourism in India – Explore Cultural Sites