Situated in the northern part of India and being the most populous state with magnificent forts and palaces, bewitching national parks and a wide variety of flora and fauna, Uttar Pradesh is one of the most inviting locations for any tourist. The state has a very vital place in the culture of India having some of the holiest shrines and cities of Hinduism and Buddhism which draws pilgrims from far and wide to its many temples and cities. With the history going back to centuries and the prosperity provided by the mighty Ganges and Yamuna, the state is a hub of spiritual and cultural awakening and gives something every tourist be it an adventurer or a pilgrim.