Last year, 650,000 people visited the Mughal Gardens of Rashtrapati Bhavan during the month-long annual Udyanotsav festival. Here are some other destinations which attract thousands of tourists every year
RED FORT, NEW DELHI
The home of Mughal emperors in the 17th century is the third most popular monument after Taj Mahal and Qutub Minar.
Visitors: 2,262,810 in 2011-12; of these 142,029 were foreigners
Entry fee: Rs 10 for Indian nationals, Rs 250 for foreign visitors
TAJ MAHAL, AGRA
The "monument of love" built by Shahjahan in the 15th century is a must-see for both Indian and foreign tourists.
Visitors: 5,814,706 in 2011-12; of these 780,000 were foreigners
Entry fee: Rs 20 for Indian nationals, Rs 750 for foreign visitors
ELLORA CAVES, AURANGABAD
Built between the 5th and 10th century, these caves are the most visited monument in western India.
Visitors: 1,308,262 in 2011; of these 33,023 were foreigners
Entry fee: Rs 10 for Indian nationals, Rs 250 for foreign visitors
CHARMINAR, HYDERABAD
Built in 1591, this mascot of the city of Nizams is among the most popular tourist sites in southern India.
Visitors: 1,396,104 in 2012; of these 14,600 were foreigners
Entry fee: Rs 5 for Indian nationals, Rs 100 for foreign visitors
SUN TEMPLE, KONARK
Among the top 5 visited monuments, it was built in the 13th century. The temple is shaped like a giant chariot and is known for its exquisite stone carvings.
Visitors: 1,738,696 in 2010-11
Entry fee: Rs 10 for Indian nationals, Rs 250 for foreign visitors
Source: All figures from Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Culture and the Archaeological Survey of India
