There are many religious tourist destinations in India that are considered sacred by followers of different religions. Some of the most popular options include:
1) Varanasi: Also known as Benares, this city in Uttar Pradesh is considered one of the holiest cities in Hinduism and is known for its Ghats (a series of steps leading down to the river) and the many temples that line the river.
2) Haridwar: This city in Uttarakhand is one of the seven holiest places in Hinduism and is known for the Kumbh Mela, which is held every 12 years and is considered the largest peaceful gathering in the world.
3)Tirupati: This city in Andhra Pradesh is home to the famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, which is one of the most visited pilgrimage centers in the world.
4) Ajmer: This city in Rajasthan is home to the Ajmer Sharif Dargah, which is the tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti and is considered one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Muslims in India.
5) Amritsar: This city in Punjab is home to the Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, which is the most important pilgrimage site for Sikhs.
6)Rameswaram: This city in Tamil Nadu is an island and is known for the Ramanathaswamy Temple, which is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus.
7) Bodh Gaya: This city in Bihar is considered the most important Buddhist pilgrimage site in the world and is the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment.
8) Sabarimala: This is a Hindu pilgrimage center located in the Western Ghat mountain ranges of Pathanamthitta district, Perunad grama panchayat in Kerala. It is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa.
Please note that some of the religious sites may have restrictions on the entry of non-followers of that religion, and it's always best to check with local authorities and respect local customs and traditions while visiting these places.
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