Delhi
– is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling havelis and formidable mosques.
Enjoy city tour of New Delhi & old Delhi start from Red Fort – from outside (Closed on Monday) – built in red sandstone, Constructed by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, Jama Masjid – India’s largest mosque. Rajghat – crimination place of Mahatama Gandhi. Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lotus Temple and Qutab Minar – the highest stone tower in India. India Gate – This solemn monument was built in memory of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in the World War Ist. Drive past the Rashtrapathi Bhawan, Parliament House.
Mathura & Vrindavan
The ancient city of Mathura & Vrindavan, on the banks of Yamuna, is a jumble of narrow lanes with glittering shops selling rich, milk sweets and religious paraphernalia and many, many temples. Most of these temples are dedicated to Krishna, the city’s presiding deity, and its first citizen. However, interestingly, there are four Shiva shrines on the city’s outskirts that mark the cardinal directions. To the north of city is Rangeshwar, to the south Gokaran Nath, to the west Bhuteshwar, and to the east Pingleshwar. The four shivalingas in these temples are called dikpalas, or ‘protectors’ of Mathura. It is no wonder then that some scholars consider Shiva to be the greatest devotee of Krishna.
On arrival visit Shri Krishna Janma Bhumi – The Birth Place of Lord Krishna, Dwarkadheesh Temple – Built in 1814, it is the main temple in the town. During the festive days of Holi, Janmashthami and Diwali, it is decorated on a grandiose scale.
Agra
Agra, situated on the west bank of River Yamuna, Agra was once the flourishing capital of the Muslim rulers of India. Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire – giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}.
Visit Agra Fort, built by the Mughal dynasty’s greatest Emperor, Akbar, in 1565. A number of the fort’s beautiful palaces, mosques and gardens were built by his successors in later years. Pearl Mosque, it shined like a pearl. It is held that this mosque was constructed by Shah Jahan for his members of royal court. Diwan-i-Khas – Here envoys and other honoured guests were granted a personal audience with the ruler. the Dīwān-e-Khās is a small marble structure near the Dīwān-e-Ām. Diwan-i-Aam – the ruler held mass audience. He would sit on his throne facing petitioners. His minister would assemble the petitions and refer them to the Dīwān-e-Khās for private audience. Jahangir Mahal – Jahangiri Mahal is the most important building of the Akbari period in the Agra Fort.
Visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) – world’s greatest monument to love. Emperor Shah Jahan built this pristine white marble mausoleum in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. who died giving birth to their fourteenth child in 1631. The monument looks amazingly graceful from almost any angle and took 24 years and 20,000 people to build. The close up detail of the Taj Mahal is as exquisite as the overall architectural design with semi-precious stones and beautiful patterns covering the marble surface. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Jaipur – Pushkar – Jodhpur
Visit the majestic Amber Fort and Palace, originally constructed by Raja Mansingh and one of the finest examples of Rajput architecture. Enjoy the unique experience of an ascent on the back of a brightly caparisoned elephant, up to the Fort. In the afternoon, visit the city’s Palace Complex holds several museums that contain impressive collections of miniature paintings, costumes, and armor. Sheesh Mahal built in the 17th century in a fusion style of Hindu and Islamic art. Also see the hall of public audiences and Maharaja Man Singh’s Palace who had twelve queens.
Enroute Visit Pushkar – A very small town, seemingly just about bigger than the lake it adjoins, Pushkar attracts Hindu devotees and Hindu dilettantes in large numbers. On arrival, visit Brahma Temple – The only temple in the world that is dedicated to Lord Brahma and Pushkar Lake.
Jodhpur – Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the RATHORE clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Lama Rama – the epic hero of the RAMAYANA. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is encompassed by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions.
Visit Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada. Mehrangarh Fort – one of the largest in India, unsurpassed in beauty and grandeur – and a perfect example of desert variant of Rajput architecture also visit Jaswant Thada.
Ranakpur – Udaipur
Ranakpur is a small town and famous for Jain Temples. Ranakpur Temple is a beautiful structure carved in stone. This magnum opus of architecture possesses around 1400 intricately carved pillars. The Temple abounds with intricate friezes and sculptures. Includes visits to two more Jain temples and the Temple of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures.
Udaipur – The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure lake, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravallis. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers. Its kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valor and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an enticing sight.
Mumbai
Welcome to Mumbai. Fifteen million people live in Mumbai – industrialists, film-stars, artists, workers, teachers and clerks – all living cheek-by-jowl in soaring skyscrapers and sprawling slums. They come from diverse ethnic backgrounds and speak over a dozen tongues, adding colour, flavour and texture to the Great Mumbai Melting Pot.
Mumbai is a city that never sleeps! If you’re visiting on business or holiday, there are lots of things to do and see.
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Enjoy City tour including Gateway of India – The Gateway is a huge stone Arch of Triumph originally constructed to commemorates the first-ever visit of a British Monarch to India. It was designed by the Scotsman George Wittet (1878-1926), who helped popularize the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture that combined Gothic-like flamboyance with Muslim-Indian architectural features. Prince of Wales Museum, Mani Bhawan, Crawford Market and Dhobi Ghat.
Varanasi
Varanasi situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges, Varanasi has been a center of pilgrimage and learning for over 2000 years and is considered to be one of the oldest surviving cities in the world.
Excursion to Sarnath – After the Buddha attained enlightenment in Bodh Gaya, he came to Sarnath. Here in the Deer Park, he delivered his first sermon or set in motion the Wheel of Law (Maha Dharma Chakra Pravartan.)
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