(21-11-21 )Best 5 Tourist Places To Visit In India Part-1

1. The Red Fort, Delhi

Established as Shahjahanabad in 1648, The Red Fort was known as the capital of the Mughal Empire in India.

Its construction is attributed to Shah Jahan who also built the famous Taj Mahal in Agra, and was also known by the name Quila Mubarak and remained the residence of the Mughal Imperial family for nearly 20 decades.

1. The Taj Mahal, Agra

The name Taj Mahal, translates to the ‘Crown Palace’ and is one of the most famous and marvelous buildings in India. Located in the city of Agra, Taj Mahal is actually a mausoleum built to house the remains of Mumtaz Mahal, the wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan

The building is known for its extensive use of white marble and was completed in the mid-17th century.

1. Pangong Lake, Ladakh
   With its location between India and Tibet, Pangong Lake is an enchanting saltwater lake located in the Himalayas in Ladakh.
   
   The lake can be reached via a 4-5 hours’ drive from Leh via the scenic Changla Pass. Pangong Tso is known for its hypnotizing blue waters and flocks of migratory birds that can be seen here.

2. Valley of Flowers, Nainital
   As evident by its name, the Valley of Flowers is known for its vast diversity of alpine flowering shrubs located in the western Himalayas. The place is a part of the larger Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve in Nainital, Uttarakhand.
   
   The valley is covered with snow from October till March, but as the summer arrives, the valley is turned into a palette of colorful flowers that covers the entire landscape.

3. Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer
   Located amidst the golden sands of the Thar Desert, the Jaisalmer Fort was built by the Bhati Rajput King Rawal Jaisal. It remained an important trade center during the medieval era before the popularity of maritime trade centers such as Bombay and Calcutta.
   
   Today, it is one of the important tourist centers in Rajasthan known for its exquisite Rajput Architecture and scenic beauty.