Delhi, the capital city of India where the empires rose and fell before the dawn of history; where citadels of emperors appeared and disappeared; a city of mysterious eternity whose old ruins proclaim a majestic and imperial past and whose present pulsates vibrantly with the ever flowing life of India. This historical city of India has a lot to offer.
Agra
Agra - A city known for the famous monument of love - the Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal was constructed by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jehan. It is said he built this monument 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.
Jaipur
Jaipur is the final destination of this Tour. A city like Jaipur, where modernity and traditions live hand-in-hand, is truly rare. Perhaps this is what makes it an attractive destination for tourists who flock to Jaipur, year after year. The lively spirit of fanfare, festivity, and celebration adequately matches the colorful and intricately carved monuments. Even today, one can find weather-beaten faces with huge colorful turbans, fierce mustaches, and lips that spontaneously crease into a heartwarming smile.
Jantar Mantar, Delhi
Few minutes walk from Connaught Place is a strange collection of Solomon colored structures. These were built by Maharaja Jai Singh and is actually an observatory. Though not as large as its compatriot in Jaipur Jantar Mantar at Delhi also an attraction for the tourists. The astonishing part of these observatories is that they can calculate many astronomical movements very accurately.
Qutab Minar, Delhi
The Qutub Minar made of red sandstone rising to the height of 72.5mts is an architectural marvel of the 13th century. Also, a must is the visit to Ashoka Pillar dating back to the 5th century. Though made of iron it has withstood the weathers of time. A very interesting belief is assigned to this pillar- Stand with your back to the pillar, and if you can hold your hands around it, then make a wish and it will surely come true.
Red Fort, Delhi
the Red Fort, Delhi's most magnificent monument, was built by Emperor Shah Jehan, in 1638 AD Enclosed in this glorious Fort is Diwan-i-am, the hall meant for public audiences; Diwan-i-Khas, where private audiences were granted; Rang Mahal, the water-cooled apartment of the royal ladies; the Pearl Mosque, a lovely, ornate dream in white marble. The Prime Minister of India addresses the nation from this age-old Fort, on the auspicious day of India's Independence.
Rajpath & India Gate, Delhi
Flanked by ornamental ponds and lawns, Rajpath is host to the Republic Day Parade. The two secretariat buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan on the Raisina hills are located on the two sides of this immensely broad road. Previously the Boat Club, besides the Rajpath, was host to many demonstrations and Rallies.
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