Plains
The Plains of India are considered to be the country's heartland. The rivers Ganga and Yamuna flow through this region. Major events of India's history took place here. This region contains the largest and politically significant states of Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar. This region also contains the country's capital, New Delhi.
States
Cities
- Delhi — the capital of India
- Agra — home of the Taj Mahal
- Amritsar — contains the Golden temple, the most important peregination center for the Sikh religion
- Bhopal
- Chandigarh — also known as The City Beautiful was designed by Le Corbusier
- Jhansi
- Lucknow — the Golden City of the East
- Patna — the Gateway to the Buddhist and Jain pilgrim centres
- Varanasi — a sacred Hindu city located on the banks of the Ganga
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Delhi is northern
India's largest city. One part of it, known as New Delhi, is officially designated the capital of India, but the names are often used interchangeably.
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Within Plains
Madhya Pradesh is a state in the plains of
India. The name "Madhya Pradesh" means "central region", and derives from its geographical position.
Madhya Pradesh Travel Guide »
Punjab is a state in the northwestern part of The Republic of
India. When India was divided, the region of Punjab was divided along religious grounds.
Punjab Travel Guide »
Sunauli is the traditional name given to both sides of this India/Nepal border crossing, 70 kilometers north of Gorakpur and 3 kilometers south of
Bhairahawa.
Sunauli Travel Guide »
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