Best Tourists places in the Northern India 

1.Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna River in Agra city, India. The Taj Mahal of Agra is one of the most famous buildings in the world, the tomb of Mumtaz Mahal, Shah Jahan's favorite wife. Mumtaz Mahal now known as Taj Mahal. It is one of the new seven wonders of the world and one of the three World Heritage Sites in Agra.

 In 1653, the Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal King Shah Jahan, Shah Jahan where his beloved wife Mumtaz was the last resting place for the palace. It took 22 years (1630–1652) of hard work and 20,000 workers and jewelers to build this monument.

2.Hawa Mahal


 The great monument of the royal Rajputs of Rajasthan, Hawa Mahal Palace of Winds is located in the center of Pink City and the capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur. The pyramid-shaped five-storey palace is built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in red and pink sandstone for women of royal families.
Hawa Mahal is a major tourist attraction of Jaipur and also in the royal state of Rajasthan.

3.Qutub Minar



 The glory of Qutub Minar is unique among the historic buildings of Delhi. It is located in Mehrauli area of ​​Delhi.It is also the status of 'World Heritage Site' by UNESCO.

 This tower, made of red and pale yellow sandstones, is one of the tallest towers in the world. It is 72.5 meters (237.86 feet) in height and has 379 stairs. Its diameter (diameter) is 14.3 meters at the base and only 2.7 meters at the top.
Its construction was started in 1199 AD by Qutbuddin Aibak, the first Muslim king of Delhi. Aibak built the ground and first floor of Qutub Minar. Later his son-in-law and successor Iltutmish built three more storeys in it.
Qutub Minar is said to have been named after Qutubuddin Aibak, but some historians say that it was named after the famous Muslim saint Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki.

4.Golden Temple


 Sri Harmandir Sahib is also known as Sri Darbar Sahib or Golden Temple (due to its beautiful surroundings and golden layers) and is considered to be the most sacred Sikh temple in Amritsar (Punjab). The temple spreads the message of tolerance and acceptance of Sikhism through its architecture, which incorporates signs of other religions. Sikhs from all over the world want to come to Shri Amritsar and pay their obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib.

 Guru Arjan Sahib, the fifth Nanak, envisioned the creation of a central place of worship of Sikhs and he himself designed the architecture of Sri Harmandir Sahib. Earlier it was planned to build a holy tank (Amritsar or Amrit Sarovar) by Guru Amardas Sahib, who is called the third Nanak, but Guru Ramdas Sahib executed it under the supervision of Baba Buddha. The land at this place was acquired by the former Guru Sahibs on free or paid basis from the zamindars of the original villages. It was also planned to establish a town here. Therefore, construction work on the lake along with the construction of towns started in 1570. The work of both the projects was completed in 1577 A.D.
Guru Arjan Sahib laid the foundation stone of it by the Muslim saint Hazrat Mian Mir Ji of Lahore, which was laid in December 1588. Its construction work was supervised by Guru Arjan Sahib himself and assisted by Baba Buddha ji, Bhai Gurudas ji, Bhai Sahlo ji and many other dedicated Sikh brothers.


5.Humayun's tomb 
Humayun's tomb in the capital Delhi is an excellent specimen of great Mughal architecture.It Was built in the year 1570, the mausoleum holds special cultural significance, as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. Its unique beauty can be said to be inspired by several major architectural innovations, which led to the construction of an incomparable Taj Mahal. In many ways, this building made of magnificent red and white sandstone is as magnificent as the famous love monument of Agra i.e. Taj Mahal. This historical monument was built by Humayun's queen Hamida Banu Begum (Haji Begum) at a cost of around 1.5 million. It is believed that he designed this mausoleum.

 The magnificence of this monument is evident only when entering here through the two-storey entrance. The high vaulted walls of this place divide a square garden into four large squares with water canals between them. Each square is further divided into smaller squares by shorter passages, forming a typical seal garden, the Char Bagh. The fountains here are made with simple but highly developed engineering skills which are very common in India during this period. The last Mughal ruler, Bahadur Shah Zafar. Took shelter in the same mausoleum during the First War of Independence in 1857. Many rulers of the Mughal dynasty are buried here. Humayun's wife was also buried here.

 Here the main building in the central hall is oriented on the north-south axis according to Muslim practice. Traditionally, the body is kept in the north direction by tilting the head, face towards Mecca. The entire dome located here is a full semi circular, which is a special feature of Mughal architecture. This structure is constructed from red sandstone, but black and white marble stone is used here in the border lines. This magnificent masterpiece is a world heritage declared by UNESCO.


6.Jama Masjid


 Jama Masjid i.e. Friday Mosque, Delhi is the largest and possibly the most magnificent mosque in the world. It is on the road facing the Red Fort. This huge mosque of Old Delhi is a sample of the exquisite architectural beauty of the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan, in which 25,000 people can sit and pray together. The mosque measures 65 meters in length and 35 meters wide, with 100 square meters of space in its courtyard. Built in 1656, it is a unique monument of Mughal religious reverence. Thousands of devotees come together and pray in its large courtyard.

 It is also called Masjid-e-Jahanuma, which means a mosque with a conquering world. It was built as a head mosque by Emperor Shah Jahan. A beautiful ventilated wall separates it from the main road.

 Situated in the ancient town of Old Delhi, this monument was built by 5000 artisans. This magnificent structure rests on the Bhau Jhala, one of the two hills of the Mughal capital later Shahjahanna. To the east this monument is situated towards the Red Fort and has four entrances, four pillars and two minarets. It is constructed on parallel vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble. The three domes made of white marble are carved with black stripes.

 The entire structure is in a high place so that its magnificent entrance can be seen from all the surrounding areas. The width of the stairs is much greater in the north and south. Wide staircases and arched gateways are the features of this popular mosque. The main eastern gateway was probably used by the emperors who remained closed on weekdays. The main prayer hall on the western side is decorated with high arches measuring 260 pillars and having about 15 marble domes at different heights. People come to pray here on most days, but the number increases on Fridays and other holy days. The complex of South Minarets is 1076 square feet wide where 25,000 people can sit and offer prayers at a time.

 It is said that Emperor Shah Jahan built the Jama Masjid for 10 crores. And it can be called a replica of Moti Masjid in Agra. It consists of both Hindu and Muslim elements within the architectural style.
An entire way of life is found in the shadow of this old historical monument, on its steps, in its narrow streets, an essence of India's miniature universe, which tells the story of India's rich cultural heritage.


7.Jammu and Kashmir



 Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, Jammu and Kashmir is a union territory and is known throughout the country and the world for its natural beauty. Many scenic spots, tourist places, temples and monasteries are located here. One of the most popular holiday destinations in India, Jammu and Kashmir. The place attracts nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. The famous Mughal emperor Jahangir is said to have announced after seeing the beauty of the place that there is a paradise on earth, it is here. Glorious mountain ranges, temples, glaciers and gardens further add to the grandeur of the place.