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India
Golden Triangle Tour (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur)
The subcontinent
of India lies in South Asia, between Pakistan, China and
Nepal. To the north it is bordered by the world's highest
mountain chain, where foothill valleys cover the
northernmost of the country's 28 states. Further south,
plateaus, tropical rain forests and sandy deserts are
bordered by palm fringed beaches. Side by side with the
country's staggering topographical variations is its
cultural diversity, the result of the coexistence of a
number of religions as well as local tradition. |
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Delhi
- The Capital of India. |
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Delhi has the ample amount of treasures of tourist
attractions.
A speculum of India's rich cultural heritage, the city is prominent for
its museums, art galleries and craft exhibitions. |
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Attractions
of Delhi |
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Red
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The fort is the majestic creation of Emperor Shahjah built in red
sandstone, The fort has many awesome structures in its complex built in
white marble. The Red Fort the residence of the royal family is a
remarkable tourist attraction.
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Qutab
Minar
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The 13th century
tower spears up to the sky at a height of 72.5m. It was used by the
Muezzins to recite their prayers and also known as the tower of victory.
The tower had 5 stories, Firoz Shah Tughluq in 1351-1388 added a 5th
story and surmounted it with a harp shaped cupola that
was destroyed in and earthquake in the early 19th
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India Gate
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This 42m high memorial arch built as homage to the 90,000 soldiers of
the Indian Army who died in World War I. Name of 36,000 are inscribed on
the arch. In the center of the arch stand an inverted rifle and helmet
and an eternal flame burns in honor of the unknown soldiers.
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Jama Masjid
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The Jama Masjid Mosque or the congregational mosque located just
opposite the Red Fort was built by Shah Jhan in 1650 for the city of
Shahjehanabad now called as Old Delhi. It is the largest mosque in India
built in red sandstone and white marble can accommodate 25,000
worshippers at a time.
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The Lotus Temple
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This gleaming white structure, shaped like a Lotus is made of marble,
cement dolomite and sand. Located on Bahapur Hill the Lotus Temple is
center of transcendental meditation, visited by thousand of people to
meditate irrespective of their caste, creed, race or nation. Visitors
are required to maintain silence inside the temple premises.
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Parliament House
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Also
known as Rashtrapati Bhavan, was designed by Edward Lutyens and Charles
Baker. It is now the official residence of the President of India
covering an area of 330 acres with beautiful courts, magnificent royal
rooms, stairways, fountains and gardens.
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Chattarpur Temple
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Near Mehrauli is
situated famous temple dedicated to Goddess Durga and Vaishno mata. The
temple is also famous for its splendid architecture and is normally
throng by pilgrims through out the year especially during navratras, a
holy festival of Hindus |
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Appu Ghar |
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Delhi's
own Disneyland a perfect getaway of fun and amusement for kids. |
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Sound
and Light Show at Teen Murti House:
Every evening the
show is organized in Hindi and English portraying the story of recent
Indian History and the struggle of Indian for Independence.
Dances in India: Classical, Folk and Tribal dance program takes
place daily at 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Parsi Anjuman Hall, Bahadur Shah
Zafar Marg.
Red fort show: Timings: Light and Sound program and other
cultural events are organized at the Red Fort. Summer 1900 to 2000 hrs
(Hindi) 2030 to 2130 hrs (English) Winter 1800 to 1900 hrs (Hindi) 1930
to 2030 hrs (English).
Sound and Light show at Purana Quila: Myriad episodes from the
glorious past are portrayed in the 62 minutes light and sound show.
Timings: Nov. to Jan 6.00 - 7.00 PM 7.30 - 8.30 PM, May to Aug 7.30 -
8.30 PM 9.00 - 10.00 PM
Musical Fountain at Ajmal Khan Park: The show of musical
fountains harmonizes with diverting light is operated for two hours
every day after sunset except on Tuesday and is a great source of
attraction.
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Shopping in Delhi
: Shopping in Delhi is
an enchanting activity as there are kaleidoscopic range of products the
city offers to its visitors. The prime shopping joints are Connaught
Place, Karol Bagh, Chandni Chowk and Janpath. Palika Bazar under ground
shopping market is very popular for a wide range of goods that are
available at negotiable price. Dilli Haat is yet another popular joint
where one can get the handicrafts of different states at reasonable
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Agra
- Home to Tajmahal |
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Agra is famous as
being home to one of the seven wonders of the world-the Taj
Mahal. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the
fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder of the capital in
the 16th and early 17th centuries. Agra is known for its
superb inlay work on marble and soapstone by craftsman who
are descendant of those who worked under the Mughals.
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magnificent Taj Mahal which is the pride of this city is set
around a Charbagh or 'four garden' plan, which is split by
watercourses - a reflection of the Persian style.
Besides the Taj Mahal,
Agra is also home to some of the finest monuments of the
Mughal period - Agra Fort, Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-i-Khas,
Musamman Burj, Jehangir's Palace, Shish Mahal, Jama Masjid,
Tomb of Itmad-ud-daulah, Akbar's Mausoleum, and the
Mariyam's Tomb, to name a few. The Mughal love for nature
can be seen at Agra in the form of Ram Bagh, one of the
earliest gardens, laid by the Mughal ruler Babur, in 1528
AD. The old part of the city that includes the main
marketplace (Kinari Bazar) is northwest to the Agra fort.Besides
being a historic city, Agra has shades of modernity as is
typical of any Indian city. Today, luxury and modern
convenience also exist adjacent to tradition - luxury
hotels, shopping malls and plazas, wide avenues and a superb
choice of venues for recreation, business, sports, pleasure,
education and the arts.
Other important places
in Agra include the Red Fort, Sikandara and Fatehpur Sikri.
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Attractions of Agra |
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Taj Mahal |
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The Taj mahal ,the famous monument of love was
constructed by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jehan in the memory of his
beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is ethereal at any part of the
day - blushing in the rosy glow of dawn or sunset , appearing like a
pearly mirage in the moonlight or reflected in the pools of the garden .
Perhaps the most moving view of the Taj is from an octagonal tower in
the Agra Fort further along the river Yamuna . It was here that the
emperor Shah Jehan was imprisoned and where he spent his last days
gazing at the tomb of his beloved.
Taj Mahal Timings
The Archaeological Survey of India has decided that Taj Mahal will
remain closed on Fridays for the public except for those who go for
afternoon prayers in the mosque next to the 17th century monument. The
Taj will remain open from 6 am-7 pm everyday except Fridays. On Fridays, people
will be allowed to go for the customary prayers between 1200 hrs 1400
hrs at the mosque in the Taj Mahal complex. Described by the Indian classical poet Tagore as a "tear on the face of
eternity", the Taj Mahal is undoubtedly the zenith of Mogul
architecture and quite simply one of the world's most marvelous
buildings.
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Agra Fort |
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This
16th century massive fort is a magnificent creation of
the Mughals.. Built in reed sandstone, the Agra fort
encompasses, within its 2.5km enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. The fort complex comprises many exquisite palaces like
the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas; Diwan-i-aam, and Sheesh Mahal (The Mirror Palace). There
are also two beautiful mosques including Shah Jahans Moti Masjid (Pearl
Mosque) (sadly currently out-of-bounds). |
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Fatehpur Sikri |
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The deserted city Fatehpur Sikri
was the capital of the Mughal Empire between 1570 and 1585. It was built
under the personal supervision of the Emperor Akbar; Fatehpur Sikri
is a complete medieval fortress of red sandstone, with vast
central squares, exquisitely carved multi-tiered pavilions, cool
terraces and formal gardens. Fatehpur Sikri is a 25 miles (40km) west of
Agra, on the way to Jaipur. |
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The Festival of Agra :
With the arrival of February, Agra burst into colours. Yes, its time for
Taj Mahotsav - the festival of cultural mosaic that brings together the
Indian arts, crafts and culture. The Mahotsav (festival) was organised
by UP Tourism and held as an annual event in and around Shilpgram (next
door to the Taj Mahal), a fitting tribute to the legendary skills of
master craftsmen and other exponents of art, music and cuisine. The
festival starts with a spectacular procession inspired by Mughal
splendour - bedecked elephants, camels and drum beaters included.
Things to Buys in Agra
Its fun shopping in Agra. Agra has several
shopping areas and shopping malls where one can buy the specialties of
the place. Agra is known for its leather goods industry. Handmade
leather and leather products from Agra is exported the world over.
Particularly these items are made by the Agra jail inmates, which after
sale give them a decent earning. One can also find leather chappals
(sandals), purses, bags, decorative items and many more leather product
made by the local artisans. Also get some sandal and rose wood items
from the handicraft craft emporiums and shops. The shops also showcases
brass decorative pieces and stone carved images. Zari and embroidery
work, Stone inlay work and durries are some other buys which you will
love doing.
Shopping Areas in Agra :
Taj Mahal complex, Kinari Bazaar, Raja Mandi, Sadar Bazaar, the Gangotri
at Taj Mahal Complex and the Up Handlooms, UPICA at the Sanjay place are
two UP Government emporiums are the main shopping areas in Agra.
Jaipur (Pink City) |
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Jaipur
,where
modernity and traditions live hand-in-hand
is remarkable for its marvellous architecture and town planning .
Jaipur is the Gateway
to Rajasthan. Also know as Pink city, as all buildings have a pink tint
to them.
The city presents
a unique synthesis of culture that has to be experienced The
colourful and intricately carved monuments are adequately matched by the
lively spirit of fanfare, festivity and celebration.
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Attractions of Jaipur |
| City palace, Jaigarh, Jantar Mantar, Nahargarh Fort and
Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh and Hawa mahal. |
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