India is famous all over the world as a spiritual nation and many places in the country are known as Spiritual Destinations. Taj Mahal in Agra is quite close to the certain places of Uttar Pradesh and Uttaranchal, which are the major Pilgrimage and Spiritual centres of India. These Spiritual destinations are Varanasi, Haridwar, Mathura, Vrindavan and Rishikesh, where one can feel the peace of mind and soul. Hence it is advised that these destinations should not to be missed when visiting Taj.

Varanasi
Varanasi, the 'eternal city' is located in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The world's most ancient city is situated on the crescent left bank of the holy river Ganga. Varanasi is one of most important pilgrimage sites in India and also a popular tourist destination.


Haridwar
Haridwar literally means the door of Hari, is situated in Uttaranchal at the foothills of the Shivalik range of Himalayas. It is one of the seven Puris of India and a sacred place of Hindu pilgrimage. Haridwar is known for being blessed by trinity of Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Brahma.

Mathura
Mathura, one of the Vaishnava pilgrimages in India is located in the western part of the Uttar Pradesh. The town is situated on the west bank of the river Yamuna at a distance of 54 km from Agra and 145 km from Delhi.

Vrindavan
Vrindavan is situated 10 km to the north of Mathura on the banks of the river Yamuna. It a chief place of pilgrimage for the Vaishnavas and replete with the memories associated with Lord Shri Krishna. Vrindavan boasts of more than 4,000 temples - both modern and old, dedicated to Shri Krishna.

Rishikesh
Rishikesh - the gateway to heaven, is located in Tehri Garhwal region of Uttaranchal at an altitude of 356 m above sea level. The pilgrimage town has many temples that dot the banks of the holy river Ganga. Rishikesh, the abode of saints and hermits is also famous as the Yoga Capital of the world.