North Indian Monuments

The ancient monuments of north India, are mainly the results of the foreign invasions, and after the downfall of the ancient empires, the forts, the palaces and other monuments become isolated. But many of these monuments are preserved and are the trade mark of the northern parts of India. Many of these monuments are opened for the public for viewing. But some monuments are restricted for the tourists due to some security reasons. Majority of the north Indian monuments mark the presence of the Mughal Dynasty, Rajputana empire and more.

The monuments in north India exhibits some of the unique and amazing architectural marvels that is not seen in other parts of the world. The beauty of the north Indian monuments is such that people from different parts of the world visit north India to see and experience these amazing monuments. As per various researches the number of people visiting the monuments of north India has been steadily increasing which takes us to the fact that these monuments are indeed very much precious. The increase in the number of travellers or visitors makes a subsequent increase in the revenue generated through tourism Industry. The presence of these monuments makes that place a major travel destination and there is no wonder on how the revenue through tourism Industry is steadily climbing.

A lot of effort has been put in by the Government of India to preserve these ancient and historic monuments, and the government has succeeded to some extend. The major monuments in north India, are situated in the northern states of Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab.The major monuments in north India include Taj Mahal, Qutub Minar, Humayun tomb, Hawa Mahal, Red Fort in Delhi and Agra, India Gate, some old palaces and forts in Rajasthan and more. The table below gives a list of some of the major monuments of northern India.

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