Haryana – The land of Mahabharata, the land of ancient civilizations, the land of Milk and Butter, the land where people are habitual of giving you a piece of their minds (just for laughs) is one of those tourist destinations in the nation which are famous for the places of historical importance. It is also believed that the epic Mahabharata was written by Rishi Vyas in Haryana. The witness of some of the most important events and incidents in the Indian history, the state of Haryana is full of lore, monuments, buildings of tourist interest and other such attractions.
Kurukshetra
The famous war of Mahabharata was fought over the lands of Kurukshetra and this land is etched with the ancient stories and architectural monuments. The place has references in the Indian history dating back to 2800 BC.
Ambala
Ambala is also one of the ancient towns in the state. The archaeological researches conducted in the area clearly indicate that the place was inhabited as early as the Paleolithic Age. Presently, the place is teeming with very big marketplaces which are famous for the traditional Punjabi Attires, modern apparels, cosmetics, imitation jewelry and other such commodities. Shopping in Ambala markets is a must-do the activity.
Faridabad
Being the largest city in the State of Haryana, Faridabad is also a popular tourist spot in the state. There are a number of lakes and palaces in the city. There is also a very popular golf course in Faridabad which can be visited to spend a lovely and quite afternoon on a weekend with friends and family.
Narnaul
Narnaul is an emerging city, a municipal council, and headquarters of the Mahendragarh district in the Indian state of Haryana. It is famous for the temples and historical places in Haryana.
Panipat
Believed to be established as one of the 5 cities by the Pandavas, the city of Panipat is located on the banks of Yamuna river. Apart from that, the Panipat city is famous for the 3 battles which were fought between Indian and Muslim invaders.
Karnal
Karnal is believed to have been established by the 6th brother of the Pandavas Karna. It is also known as the 'Rice Bowl of India'. The place enjoys a beautiful culture which has evolved by the intermingling of Haryana and Punjab influences.
Hisar
Hisar has been a city of importance since the reign of Mughals and has been a capital at that time too. Hence, the city has retained the legacy in the form of the ancient monuments and cultural influence.
Chandigarh
Known as the 'City Beautiful', this place is a union territory and serves as the joint capital of both Punjab and Haryana. There are a lot of places in and around Chandigarh which are popular among tourists.
Gurgaon or Gurugram
Recently renamed as the Gurugram, the Gurgaon lies in the Delhi NCR region and is one of the fastest growing and expanding cities in the North India. The number of industries, corporate offices, start-ups, and malls in the city and nearby areas is making this area as the IT hub of the North India.
Haryana is one of the fastest growing states in India. It is bordered by Uttar Pradesh in the East, Punjab in the West, Rajasthan in the South and Himachal Pradesh in the East. The state is also close to Delhi, the capital city of India and marks Delhi's western, northern and southern borders. However, the state came into existence on November 1st 1966 when it was carved out of Punjab. Most of tourists who come to India pass through Haryana, the state that surrounds Delhi on three sides, the capital of the country, and whose highways lead to Agra, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh. As they drive through, tourists are treated to the view of neat and abundant green fields, and a growing number of modern residential complexes and industrial townships. For those who want to relax for some time during the journey, there are numerous roadside resorts with which the state government has dotted all the major highways. However, there is much more to discover and enjoy in the state of Haryana.