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North
India refers to the set of states located on the
non peninsular region of the republic of India. It includes
Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Uttaranchal, Himachal Pradesh,
Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. This region witnessed the evolution
of Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. The sacred rivers Ganga,
Brahmaputra and Yamuna along with numerous other rivers originate
from the North. The Himalayas stretching from Himachal Pradesh
to Arunachal Pradesh cut India off from the rest of Asia and
safeguard the country.
Places Of Interest:
Himalayas:
Regarded as the roof of the world, Himalayas is the pride
of Indian sub-continent. This snowy region which is positioned
at the upper fringes of India, looks like a crown on the head
of our nation. This magnificent monument of 'Mother Nature',
is embellished with numerous snow-capped mountain peaks, massive
glaciers, streams, untamed rivers and diverse flora and fauna.
Rajasthan:
Rajasthan is endowed with invincible forts, magnificent
palaces and havelis, riche culture and heritage, beauty and
natural sources. The royal charisma of Rajasthan tour brands
it the most desiring tourist destination in the world.
Agra:
Agra with its riches of architecture splendor, bazaars and
ornaments is amongst the most outstanding cities of the world.
The pride of the city, the Taj Mahal set around a Charbagh.
The Taj is a white marvel built in marble that stands as a
towering symbol of love in this world, snared in the churlish
currents of war and hatred. Also known as the 7th wonder of
the world, it's one of the most majestic architectural jewels
of India.
Jammu
and Kashmir: consists of three regions: Jammu,
the Kashmir valley and Ladakh. Srinagar is the summer capital,
and Jammu, its winter capital. While the Kashmir valley, often
known as Paradise on Earth, is famous for its beautiful mountainous
landscape, Jammu's numerous shrines attracts tens of thousands
of Hindu and Muslim pilgrims every year. Ladakh, also known
as "Little Tibet", is renowned for its remote mountain
beauty and Buddhist culture.
Ladakh:
is a land like no other. Bounded by two of the world's mightiest
mountain ranges, the Great Himalaya and the Karakoram, it
lies athwart two other, the Ladakh range
and the Zanskar range.Travellers flock to Ladakh from all
corners of the globe. This trans-Himalayan district of Jammu
and Kashmir has now become a favourite of both adventure freaks
and culture enthusiasts. The historic monasteries, also known
as gompas, are located in the hills and mountains. Buddhist
monks and nuns live, study and practise their faith in these
monasteries.It is said that only in Ladakh can a man sitting
in the sun with his feet in the shade suffer from sunstroke
and frostbite at the same time!
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