Golden TriangleAttractions
India is a colorful country. Every states having their own unique identity with different colorful clothing, different language and different culture. Golden Triangle in North India, is one of the most popular tours covering three beautiful and colorful cities – Delhi ( Capital of India ), Agra ( City of Taj Mahal ) and Jaipur ( Pink city ). On this tour, one can feel the real flavor of the country’s hospitality, historical and cultural diversity. The Golden Triangle is so called because of the triangular shape formed by the locations of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. There are forts, palaces, temples, Ancient Monuments, pubs, discotheques, Mouth watering food, shopping etc. We can say – There are something for everyone to see, enjoy and the feelings. This is an unforgettable experience of a lifetime. This circuit covering 950 kms by road. Distance between the cities around 250 kms. One can also cover this sector by super fast train Shatabdi Express.
In Delhi you can visit :
India Gate – The foundation stone of India Gate was laid by His Royal Highness, the Duke of Connaught in 1921 and it was designed by Edwin Lutyens. The monument was dedicated to the nation 10 years later by the then Viceroy, Lord Irwin. Another memorial, Amar Jawan Jyoti was added much later, after India got its independence. The eternal flame burns day and night under the arch to remind the nation of soldiers who laid down their lives in the Indo-Pakistan War of December 1971. This is dedicated to the Country’s memorial to the unknown soldiers.
Qutub Minar – It is a 72 meters high minaret built by Qutabuddin Aibak the first Muslim ruler of Delhi in 1193. It was made after defeating the last Hindu kingdom. He was started the construction but he could only finished the first story. Then his successor, Iltutmish completed more three storeys . Finally the last storey built by Firoz Sha Tuglak in 1368. This is one of the most perfect towers in the world, near by amidst the ruins of Quwat-Ul-Eslam Mosque stands the Iron Pillar which does not rust and has stood the vagaries of weather for 1500 years.
Humayun’s Tomb – It was built in 1565 A.D. after nine years of the death of Humayun, by his wife Bega Begam. Inside the walled enclosure the most notable features are the garden squares (chaharbagh) with pathways water channels, centrally located well proportional mausoleum topped by double dome.
Red Fort – The construction of this magnificent fort started by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan when he decided to shift his capitol from Agra to Delhi in 1638. It took 10 years to built and completed in 1648. It was the new capital of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan called Shahjahanabad. This is the seventh city of Delhi. The Red Fort was referred to as “Qila-i-Mubarak” means the blessed fort, because it was the residence of the royal family.
Jama Masjid – This is the largest Mosque in India. The construction started in 1650 AD by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It took six years and completed in 1656 AD. It is built just opposite of Red Fort. There are three huge gates. About 25000 people can pray at a time.
Raj Ghat – This is the place where Mahatma Gandhi ( father of nation ) were cremated on 31st January 1948. This is a memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. His full name was Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. He is also remembered as Father of Nation.
Parliament House – It is also says Sansad Bhawan. Sansad means Parliament and Bhawan means House. This is most magnificent building in Delhi. The construction started on 1921 and it took six years to complete. On January 1927, construction work completed. It was designed by Edwin LutyensIt .
President’s house – This is the official resident of President of India. It was designed by Edwin LutyensIt. There are 340 rooms and a huge presidential Garden named Mughal Garden.
Agra :-
Taj Mahal was built in the memory of Shah Jahan’s wife Mumtaz Mahal who died after 17 years of marriage. The main architect of the Taj was Isa Khan from Shiraz in Iran. The most perfect architectural monument in the World.
Agra Fort the construction of this fort was started by Emperor Akbar in 1565 and was completed by his grandson Shah Jahan. It was started as a military structure but by Shah Jahan’s time it had become a Palace.
Jaipur :-
Amer Fort - A marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. The palace and fort form a complex amidst wooded hills. The Palace was built by Raja Mansingh with later additions by Raja Swai Jai Singh. The Amber fort has a number of audience halls like the Shish Mahal or the hall of mirrors, the Sukh Niwas or the hall of pleasure, which are marvels of 17th century engineering. A unique feature Sukh Niwas is the air-conditioning effect brought about by allowing cool breeze to blow through the cascading waters. The ascent to the fort is on gaily caparisoned elephants.
City Palace - residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. It blends both the Mughal and the traditional Rajasthani style of architecture and craftsmanship. The Diwan e khas at the city palace complex at Jaipur firmly Mughal, a descendent of Fatehpur Sikri. within its scalloped arch stand two huge water flasks. Currently the largest pieces of silver known in the world, they measure 5 feet 3 inches. (160cms) high. with a capacity of 1800 gallons. this imposing and fascinating Palace, is the Chandra Mahal overlooking the Jai Niwas Garden. houses a collection of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions,
Observatory – Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh was a great astronomer. He built total five observatories in India n different cities – Varanasi, Ujjain, Mathura, Delhi and Jaipur. The Jaipur observatory is an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD.
Hawa Mahal – The palace of winds, is a distinctive landmark of Pink City, Jaipur. This five-storied pink sand-stone structure was built in 1799 AD during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. There are 953 jharokhas (latticed windows) facing the street. It was constructed with an aim to facilitate the ladies of the royal family, who had to observe strict ‘purdah’ (veil) system, to get a glimpse of the life, processions and festivities of the city without being seen.