Uttar Pradesh is a beautiful state of India located in North India, which is considered very beautiful in terms of tourism. Apart from its unique culture and natural beauty, Uttar Pradesh is also known for its history. People from the country and abroad come to different cities of Uttar Pradesh to get acquainted with its history. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about the famous historical buildings of Uttar Pradesh which attract the attention of tourists. Thousands of tourists reach here every day to see these buildings. These buildings of Uttar Pradesh are known all over the world. Knowing about them, you also come to see them.
Taj Mahal
The Taj mahal is at the top of this list. The world-famous Taj Mahal in Agra is one of the seven wonders. The Taj Mahal is considered an excellent example of Mughal architecture. The Taj Mahal, full of Persian, Ottoman, Indian, and Islamic architecture, is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site today. In India, it is also known as a symbol of love. Tourists from all over the world reach to see this palace built by Shah Jahan.
Buland Darwaza
The historic building in Fatehpur Sikri is the Buland Darwaza. Whose height is 280 feet from the ground? After 52 steps the viewer reaches inside the door. In the door, the huge doors of the old era are fixed as they are. For the recognition of Sheikh Salim, horseshoes installed on the doors by many travelers are seen. The Buland Darwaza was built by Akbar in 1602 AD as a mark of his Gujarat victory.
Agra Fort
Topping the list is the imposing Agra Fort, also known as the Red Fort. The fort is an architectural beauty made of red sandstone. Being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fort is visited by a huge number of tourists every year. Agra Fort was built by the famous Mughal king Akbar in 1565 which makes it an important part of history.
Kaiserbagh Palace
The Kaiserbagh Palace is located in Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh and the city of Nawabs. Built around 1847 by Wajid Ali Shah, the Nawab of Awadh, it holds immense importance in the history of Uttar Pradesh. It is said that this palace was the dream project of the Nawab. Even today the role of this palace is remembered in the independence of the country.
JAMA Masjid
The Jama Masjid of Agra is a huge mosque. Which is dedicated to Shahzadi Jahanara Begum, the daughter of Shah Jahan. It was built in 1648 and is known for its towerless structure and distinctive dome. The entire Jama Masjid is adorned with beautiful carvings and colorful tiles. Apart from this, there is also the Badshahi Darwaza. Its beauty is also made by seeing it.
Jhansi Fort
This majestic hill fort was built in 1613 by Raja Bir Singh Deo of Orchha. The fort is surrounded by a massive granite wall which is a part of its fortifications. There are ten gates, each named after a ruler or landmark of the kingdom. Some of the gates have deteriorated over time, but some are still present such as Jharna Gate, Chand Gate, Datia Darwaza, Laxmi Gate, and Sanyar Gate.
Fatehpur Sikri Fort
Fatehpur Sikri, located at a distance of about 40 km from Agra, is a historical city, which was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar. For your information, let us tell you that Akbar had decided to make Sikri his capital. The Buland Darwaza present in the palace is famous not only in India but all over the world. Many famous and holy dargahs are also present inside this fort.
Anand Bhawan
Swaraj Bhavan is a historical building and museum located in Allahabad. Its original name was Anand Bhavan. This historical building was built by Motilal Nehru. In 1930, he dedicated it to the nation. After this, the headquarters of the Congress Committee was made here. India's first woman Prime Minister Mrs. Indira Gandhi was born here. Today it has been converted into a museum.
Allahabad Fort
Very little is known about this fort, but still, this fort is worth a visit. This fort was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar at the confluence of the holy rivers Ganga and Yamuna. Its unique design and craftsmanship are worth noting which makes it a must-visit place in Prayagraj. The famous Ashoka Pillar is also present inside the fort.
Sarnath
Located at a distance of about 10 kilometers from Kashi or Varanasi, it is a world-famous pilgrimage site as well as a historical place. After attaining enlightenment, Lord Buddha gave his first sermon at this place. Apart from this, this place is also very famous for the Ashoka/Sarnath pillar.