Haryana denotes the Hindu goddess Vishnu. Mahabharata, an epic battle, was also fought here and that is the reason that this place has a strong religious importance among Hindu religion. But there are also other tourist places to visit in Haryana apart from Kurukshetra. But Mostly tourist places in Haryana is 70% about being religious in nature for Hindus.

 

 

Tourist Places to Visit in Haryana / Tourist Places in Haryana : –

 

Kurukshetra

It is said that the battle of Mahabharata took place in this region and it holds a religious importance in the hearts of Hindu culture. Several places like Sri Krishna Museum, Jyotisar, Brahma Sarovar are some of the main attractions. Kurukshetra is among main tourist places in Haryana.

• Brahma Sarovar
• Sannihit Sarovar
• Sheikh Chehlli Tomb
• Kurukshetra Panorama & Science Centre
• Dharohar Haryana Museum
• Kalpana Chawla Planetarium
• Bhadrakali Temple
• Birla Mandir
• Sri Krishna Museum
• Jyotisar Birthplace of Bhagavad Gita
• O. P. Jindal Park and Musical Fountain

 

Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary

The world famous Bird Sanctuary at Sultanpur was discovered by Peter Jackson, the famed ornithologist. This lake-sanctuary, which stretches over an area of about 400 acres, has, at any given time, besides local varieties, more than 100 species of birds from Europe and elsewhere. Birds from as far away as Siberia come to nest here, October through February.

The 150 acre jheel (lake) is filled by thousands of ducksruddy shelduck, mallard, pochard, shoveller, teals of all kinds, gadwall, greylag and bar-headed geese etc. From far-off lands come the flamingoes, pelicans and demoiselle cranes. Flying in from neighbourhood areas are painted storks, spoonbills, white ibises, herons, large cormorants, egrets, red wattled lapwings and plovers. It is among main tourist places in Haryana.

ACCESS
46 km from Delhi, on the Delhi – Gurgaon – Gaurakhnagar road

 

 

Panipat

A Historic point where some of the bloodiest battles took place in Indian history. In Indian history, this region has always been famous for experiencing battle between great empires fighting for their control. Places like Grave of Ibrahim Lodhi, Kabuli Bagh Mosque, Devi Temple are some of the main attractions. It is among main tourist places to visit in Haryana.

 

• Panipat Museum
• Kabuli Bagh
• Old Fort
• Salar Gunj Gate
• Kabuli Shah Mosque
• Devi Temple
• Grave Of Ibrahim Lodhi
• Bu Ali Shah Kalandar
• Kala Amb Tree Site

 

Mahendragarh

This district is famous for its couple of star attraction like Dhosi Hill, Jal Mahal, Modawala Mandir, Tripolia Gateway. March is the ideal time to visit this region. It is among top tourist places in Haryana.

 

• Dhosi Hill
• Jal Mahal
• Modawala Mandir
• Tripolia Gateway

 

Panchkula

Panchkula district has the Morni Hills– the only hill station of Haryana – a salubrious and calm place. During the monsoon season , a carpet of lush green grass covers the hillside which makes it look like a green carpet rolled out and it forms a grazing ground that attracts the black buck and Neelgai. Tigers and panthers can also be spotted, while foxes, mongooses, jackals and wild dogs are to be found aplenty. It is among main tourist places to visit in Haryana.

 

 

Pinjore

Pinjore, a town situated at 1800 feet above sea level, is one of the beautiful tourist destinations in Haryana. It is home to Asia’s best garden of the 17th century. Apart from being beautiful, the garden attracts historians and archaeologists alike. Given below are some of the tourist attractions in Pinjore. It is among top tourist places in Haryana.

 

• Pinjore Gardens
• Mughal Gardens
• Bhima Devi Temple

 

Faridabad

Just 4 hours drive from Delhi; Faridabad is another industrial cum commercial hub that is emerging very fast. With Aravalli hills on the side and few lakes on the other, this city has lot to offer. With upcoming housing projects, some of the charm has been lost by this city but natural beauty to some extent is still intact. Surajkund Lake, Badkhal Lake, Camp Wild are some of the star attractions. In evening nice views of Aravalli mountains are impeccable and a walk over these mountains is always advised by travelers. Green pastures on these mountains are really something to go for. It is among main tourist places to visit in Haryana.