Agra : The Living legend for Love ....
Agra is the one of the prominent destinations of the World Tourism map with three heritage monuments - The Taj Mahal, Red Fort & Fatehpur Sikri. It is more just a dacadent city of graveyards and stones, but it is a vibrant centre of Culture, Art and Religious philosphies that have enriched mankind and shaped humen thought over centuries. Agra was once the capital of the Mughal empire and even today it seems to linger in the past . Not surprising , for the Mughal emperors with their passion for building, endowed the city with some of the finest structures in the world . It is very easy to slip away here through the centuries into the grandeur and intrigues of the Mughal court.
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TAJ MAHAL |
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- Taj Mahal (3 kms)
- Agra Fort (3 kms)
- Dayal Bagh (8 kms)
- Sikandra (10 kms )+
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New Delhi : The capital of INDIA
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TOURIST PLACES AND HOTELS
LOTUS TEMPLE |
As you walk along the narrow bylanes of this city of dreams, tread softly. Every crumbling wall has a story to tell. Every yesterday is replete with history. Rulers have come and gone. The city has lived through wars and resurrection, repeatedly rising from the ashes.
The first city of Delhi, Lal Kot was founded by the Tomar ruler Anangpal, in the 11th century. It was extended to Qila Rai Pithora by King Vigraharaja IV (Circa 1153-64). Qutbuddin Aibak became Delhi's first Sultan in 1206 and laid the foundations of the Qutb Minar, India's tallest stone tower at the site of the first city of Delhi subsequently the kings of the Sultanate dynasties, Khaljis, Tughluqs Sayyids and Lodis continued to build. New cities as Delhi grew. it was Shah Jehan (1628-58) who built the seventh city, Shahjahanabad which remained the Mughal capital until 1857. The British in 1911 shifted the capital of India to Delhi. The eighth city of New Delhi took shape in the imperial style of architecture. From then to now Delhi continues to throb with vitality and hope.
Places of Interest
Moghul Monuments :Purana Quila (Old Fort), Kabuli or Khuni Darwaja, Feroz Shah Kotla,Kutub Minar, Tughlaqabad, Nizamuddin Aulia, Humayun's Tomb, Lodi's Tomb, Safdarjung's Tomb Jama Masjid, Jantar Mantar and Red Fort (Son-et-lumiere show) Timings : Summer 1900 to 2000 hrs (Hindi) 2030 to 2130 hrs (English) Winter 1800 to 1900 hrs (Hindi) 1930 to 2030 hrs (English)
British Monuments : >India Gate, The Secretariat Complex, Rashtrapati Bhavan & Mughal Gardens, Parliament House, Teen Murti House and Connaught Place (Son-et-lumiere show) Timings : 1800 to 1900 hrs (Hindi) 1930 to 2030 hrs (English)
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Jaipur: The Land of Raja & Maharajas "Pink City"
The picturesque capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is colour washed pink-the colour associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. Built in 1727 A.D. by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur displays a remarkable harmony and architectural splendour.
The ancient heart of the Pink City still beats in its fairy-tale palaces, rugged fortress perched on barren hills and broad avenues that dot the entire city. The only planned city of its time, Jaipur is encircled by its formidable wall. There is a timeless appeal to Jaipur's colourful bazaars where one can shop for Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets. Beautifully laid out gardens and parks, attractive monuments and marvellous heritage hotels, once the residence of Maharajas, are worth admiration. Not to mention the ambling camels and cheerful people in multi-hued costumes that make your trip to pinkcity a memorable one.
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- City Palace & Museum 3.5 kms
- Hawa Mahal 3 kms
- Jantar Mantar 3.5 kms
- Dolls Museum
- Zoo
- Amber Pal & Jaigarh Fort 11 kms
- Gaitor 8 kms
- Vidhyadharji Ka Bagh 7 kms
- Jal Mahal
- Nawab Ki Haveli
- Galta
- Sisodia Palace & Garden 8 kms
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Excursions
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- Nahargarh Fort 15 kms
- Sanganer 16 kms
- Ramgarh Lake 30 kms
- Shekhawati 168 kms
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JAISALMER |
Jaisalmer The Indian Desert " The Golden City "
Golden splendor amid the desert Jaisalmer – the golden beauty, etched in yellow sandstone. Perched atop the Trikuta Hill, it stands tall against miles of gleaming sand. Epitomising the desolate, awesome charm of the desert. Jaisalmer, the city of the golden fort is a fantasy in yellow sandstone in the heart of the Thar Desert. The city was founded in 1156 by Rawal Jaisal, a Bhatti Rajput King. Legend has it, that Lord Krishna – the head of Yadav Clan, foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent of Yadav Clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill. His prophecy was fulfilled, when in 1156 AD Rawal Jaisal, a descendant of Yadav Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, founded the city of Jaisalmer.
This amber-hued city, in the heart of the desert, dazzles gloriously in the early morning. The sunset has a peculiar glow here. As the night descends, the sky goes up in flames, which fade leaving a few embers, till it becomes black. A breathtaking sight indeed! Jaisalmer is famous for cobbled streets, strewn with palaces, forts, temples and havelis. Every house, here, is exquisitely carved, having filigreed work all over. These houses date back to 12th – 15th century. And hence Jaisalmer is called 'the Museum city'. Filled with colour, festivity and smiles, Jaisalmer is truly a memorable experience across the shimmering sands.
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- Jaisalmer Jain Temple
- Patwon ki Haveli
- Salim Singh ki Haveli
- Nathmal ki Haveli
- Gadi Sagar tank & museum
- Jaisalmer Fort
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- Desert Festival in February.
- Overnight Camel Safaris.
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- Sand Dunes
- Wood Fossil Park
- Desert National Park
- Khuri village
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Jodhpur The Land of Palaces & Forts "Blues City"
The second largest city in Rajasthan, Jodhpur stands at the edge of the Thar desert. The city is totally dominated by the massive fort topping a sheer rocky hill which rises in the middle of the town. The Meharangarh fort sprawled across the 125 m high hill is the most impressive and formidable fort in Rajasthan. Other tourist attractions include Jaswanthwada; Umaid Bhawan Palace, an immense palace also known as the Chittar palace because of the Chittar sandstone; the clock tower. The city is well known for its textiles, silver and handicraft. Excursions include Mandore, known for its 'hall of heroes' containing 15 figures carved out of rockwall; Osian a desert town which was an important trading centre between the 8th and 12th centuries.
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KULLU |
Kullu and Manali
Kullu was once known as Kulanthpitha, which means the end of the habitable world. Beyond rose the forbidding heights of the Greater Himalayas, and by the banks of the shining river Bees, lay the fabled 'Silver Valley'.
Here is the core of an intricate web of numerous valleys - each of which is a visual delight and seems more beautiful than the other. The mountain scapes remain spectacular whether in brilliant sunshine or in the haze of the mist. The 'Silver Valley' has nature's treasures that lie carelessly scattered as flowers on the high meadows.
The town of Kullu has long been a centre of faith. In the 17th century, Raja Jagat Singh installed here an idol of Lord Raghunathji, which he brought from Ayodhya. As a mark of his penance, he placed the idol on his throne and it became the presiding deity of the valley.
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- Bijli Mahadev Temple
- Jagannathi Devi Temple
- Raghunathji Temple
- Naggar Castel
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- Bajaura Temple
- Kasol
- Shoja
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Manali literally means the 'Home of Manu'. Manu is the mythological character who is supposed to have survived when the world was drowned in Flood. He then came to Manali and recreated human life. Thus, the area of Manali is sacred and Hindus treat the temples over here as pilgrimage.
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- Hadimba temple
- Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa
- Temple of Manu
- Rohtang Pass
- Tibetan Temple
- Arjun Gufa
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- Rohtang Pass
- Vashisth Hot Sulphur Spring
- Solan Vally
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