National Tourism Day is being celebrated on 25 January. India, a country of diversity, has 28 states and 8 union territories. Different states have different culture, history and heritage. In such a situation, the whole of India is a beautiful tourist destination, whose journey is full of religion, spirituality, adventure, historicity and natural views. India is a rich nation in terms of tourism, where one can easily get options to visit from mountains to beaches from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. India's tourist places are very famous even in foreign countries. Every year thousands and lakhs of foreign tourists visit India.

Tourism Day is celebrated every year on 25 January with the aim of acquainting not only the countrymen but also the foreign countries with the specialties of the tourist destinations of India. On this occasion, the beautiful tourist places of India are promoted across the country and abroad. The country's economy also benefits from this and India's name is spread across the world. Although many wonderful tourist places from Kashmir to Kanyakumari are a part of India, but there are some Indian places which are very popular among foreign travelers. Tourists coming from abroad like to visit these places. Let us know about the Indian tourist destinations liked by foreigners.

Tajmahal of Agra
Taj Mahal is the first name in the list of most famous Indian tourist destinations in the world. Taj Mahal is located in Agra city of Uttar Pradesh. From common Indian tourists to heads of states coming from abroad, they do not miss coming here. Apart from Taj Mahal in Agra, one can also visit Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar's Tomb, Rambagh and Sikandar Fort. According to the Taj Mahal's official website, the Taj Mahal attracts 7 to 8 million tourists annually, of which more than 0.8 million are foreign tourists.

Goa
According to the data presented in the Lok Sabha by the Union Tourism Ministry, 22000 foreigners came to Goa in 2021, while in 2022 this number increased to 1.75 lakh. This figure is from the time when the havoc of Corona infection was scaring the whole world. Goa, one of the smallest states in the country, is a center of attraction for tourists. There may be many beaches and beautiful sea places in foreign countries, but the beauty of Goa is no less than any foreign beach. The beautiful beaches here are famous all over the world. If you go to Goa, then definitely enjoy the taste of sea food, night life party and water sports.

Rajasthan
Most tourists come to Rajasthan from France and Britain. According to the Tourism Department, more than 13 crore tourists have come to Rajasthan by the month of October in the year 2023. In 2023, 4 times more tourists came to visit Rajasthan as compared to last year. The beauty of this place attracts Indians as well as foreigners. From Jaipur to Jaisalmer and from Udaipur to Mount Abu, every city of Rajasthan shows beauty, historicity, grandeur, royal style and Rajwada heritage. The historical palaces or forts, lakes, desert valleys and sands here satisfy the tourists in every way.

Delhi
India's capital Delhi receives the highest number of foreign tourists. According to a report, 6.06 lakh foreign tourists come to Delhi. There are many tourist places in Delhi, such as Red Fort, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Jama Masjid, Humayun Tomb, Qutub Minar. These places are liked by both foreign travelers and Indian tourists.

Kashmir
Kashmir is considered the most beautiful place in the country. Kashmir is a popular destination for Indian tourists as well as foreigners. The beauty and natural environment of Kashmir is famous all over the world. In Kashmir you can visit Gulmarg, Dal Lake, Pari Mahal, Pahalgam and Nagin Lake.

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