Uttar Pradesh attracts a large number of both national and international visitors. Two regions in the state where a majority of the tourists go are Agra, and the holy cities like Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mathura, and Allahabad. Two sacred rivers, Ganga and Yamuna, are all located in the state, which hosts a Kumbha Mela every 12 years, where over 10 million Hindus congregate — the largest gathering of human beings in the world.



Uttar Pradesh is famous for its arts and crafts: Varanasi for its saris and silk, Mirzapur and Bhadohi for their carpets, Agra and Kanpur for their leather craft, Moradabad for its metal ware, Lucknow for its cloth work and embroidery. Besides, the state is famous for its pottery not only in India but also around the world.