Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a significant surge in both domestic and international tourism in the first half of 2024. Domestic tourist arrivals increased by 60% compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 32.28 crore. International tourist arrivals also saw a 40% rise, reaching 10.36 lakh. Ayodhya, fueled by...
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the inauguration of the Ram Temple, saw a record number of visitors (10.99 crore) in the first six months of 2024, exceeding the entire year's figures for other cities in UP. Agra, with 7.03 lakh international tourists, remains a popular destination. The state government is focusing on promoting religious tourism, adventure tourism, and rural tourism, and is developing world-class tourism infrastructure. The growth in tourism is attributed to improved connectivity and new train routes, like the Vande Bharat Express, making travel planning more efficient.