Places to
Visit in Agra
Blessed with one of the Seven Wonders of the
World, the Taj Mahal, Agra is one of the most popular tourist
destinations in Uttar Pradesh.
Agra is also known as the Land of
the palaces. Not only the palaces, but also has a lot of complex and
beautiful architecture. Even the tombs are decorated elaborately. Agra
is the perfect place for a tourist and students of architecture. Even
the weather in Agra is very attractive and convenient. The city is well
designed, where even the houses I show great detail in its design. Up
close, even the interiors of the buildings show the unreal imagination
that architects were probably. Each building, this had been designed to
adorn the city, artistically designed from all angles. Even the food
speaks volumes about the spicy Indian cuisine. It is a city with a rich
cultural, historical, architectural and religious attachments. It is a
city that is synonymous with the history of India. Through the centuries
it has enriched the nation with its philosophical contributions. Agra
is one of the main favorite destination for travel lovers throughout the
world due to its exceptional collection of religious places, monuments,
forts, palaces and other places.
Places to
See in Agra
The heritage of the Mughal dynasty and its fascinating tombs, forts and mausoleums can be easily seen around the city of Agra. There are other sights and places that are famous for their beauty and significance in Agra.
Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous in India and worldwide tourist attractions. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Completed in 1653, The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, a symbol of eternal love. Taj Mahal is built on a base of red sandstone, crowned by a huge white marble terrace on which rests the dome flanked by four tapering minarets. The floors and walls are intriguing calligraphy and mosaic work adorned with precious stones.
Timings: Open daily (except Fridays and holidays) from sunrise to sunset. Hours 20:30 to 12:30 am on a full moon night, two days before and after.
Agra Fort
Agra fort was commissioned by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar
in 1565. During Shah Jahan's era, the red sandstone fort was reformed into a
palace and extensively repaired with marble and pietra dura inlay.
Distinguished buildings in the fort are the Pearl Mosque,
Jahangir's Palace, Diwan-e-Am, Diwan-e-Khas (public and private audience
halls), Shish Mahal, Musammam Burj and the Khas Mahal. The fort is
semi-circular shaped, flattened on the east with a long, nearly straight wall
facing the river.
Timings: Open all days from 6:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Registration Fee: 300 rupees for foreigners and Rs.20 for Indian tourists tourists.
Itmad-ud-Daulah's
Tomb
This Mughal mausoleum in the city of Agra was built by Noor Jahan (Jahangir's wife) by her father Mirza Ghiyas Bagh, who was honored with the title of Itmad-ud-Daula (Pillar of the State). This is where the mausoleum took its name.
The walls of the mausoleum are built in white marble and embedded with semi precious stones. The cenotaphs of both father and mother of Noor Jahan lay side by side in the tomb.
Timings: Open daily from sunrise to sunset.Registration Fee: Rs.110 for foreign tourists and 10 rupees for tourists in India.
Fatehpur Sikri
Founded by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569, Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of the Mughal Empire during the years 1571-1585. Named Fateh (meaning victory) in the beginning, later known as Fatehpur Sikri. It was home for the birth of navaratnas (9 jewels). It stands as a representation of the infamous Mughal architecture with unique designs and artwork. The building was made of red stones and Akbar aims to revive the splendor of the Persian court made by his ancestor Timur, but eventually came through as classic Indian motifs. The Fatehpur Sikkim was abandoned after its completion due to natural disasters insufficient water caused more by the proximity of the areas of Rajputana. The city is a artwork surrounding brilliant works by great minds of the strong period influenced by Mughal emperors.
Timings: Open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Registration Fee: Rs.260 for foreign tourist and Rs.20 for Indian
tourist.
Akbar's Tomb
Built exclusively for the great Mughal emperor, Akbar's tomb was built in 1605-1613. It covers an area of 119 acres good at Sikandra. It was Akbar himself, who began work in 1600 according to the tradition of Tartary. Located in the suburbs, about one kilometer away is the grave of Miriam, wife of Akbar. The south gate is similar to the Taj Mahal 4 chhatri white marble and also serves as the entrance to the tomb. A 105mm square wall surrounding the tomb. The false tomb is in the marble pavilion located inside a building 4 level pyramid, while the real grave is kept safely in the basement. The building is made of red sandstone with touches of white marble. One of the biggest assets of India, the tomb is an attractive tourist destination, with people wanting to see the grave flooding the place.
Timings: Open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Registration Fee: Rs.110 for foreign tourist and Rs.10 for Indian
tourist.
Jama Masjid
Built in the 1648s, by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is located opposite the Agra Fort, overlooking the railway station of Agra Fort in India. It was built by Shah Jahan in dedication to his favorite daughter. To create the train station of Agra Fort, the octagonal Tripolia Chowk was destroyed. The main entrance is on the east side. The prayer chamber is decorated with alternating slender towers kiosks. Said to be the largest dome between three and also the highest, crowning the sanctuary. The arc of the central portal has Persian inscriptions in white interior with black marble stones, in praise of Shah Jahan and Jahanara, his daughter. Red sandstone and marble, 5,000 workers took a period of 6 years to complete the magnificent building. It is located on a high pedestal and has 5 arched entrances leading to the patio.
Moti Masjid
Religious Among the holy places in Agra, Moti Masjid holds a
special place. Proudly known as the pearl white, it was said to have been built
by Shah Jahan for worship for the court members. Its artwork and beauty stamps
the rich craftsmanship of India. Built between the years 1648 and 1654, it cost
Rs. 1,60,000 to complete the works. It is made of 12 arches facing from the
North, East and South. The main entrance is located on the eastern side, and
the prayer chamber is ornamented with intricate designs adding glory to it. It
is unique in its own way, with Hindu style kiosks which decorate the parapet.
Consisting of 7 bays, it boasts of its white marble luxury. The Moti Masjid
stands on grounds that slope from east to west. The sanctuary is sheltered by 3
bulbous sized domes.
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Places to
See in Delhi
India Gate
India Gate is a memorial stone dedicated to the memory of the Indian soldiers who fought and died in World War ranks as one of the major attractions in New Delhi. The Indian soldiers were part of the British army and represented the military might of the British Empire at the height of his powers. India Gate was designed by Edward Lutyens and took 10 years to complete. The structure of India Gate is a triumphal arch, which is 42 meters high.
Rashtrapati
Bhawan
The Rashtrapati Bhawan is a renowned monument in Delhi. Is said to be the palace of the then Viceroy of India. At present, the Rashtrapati Bhawan is the home of the president of India. The building was designed by Edwin Lutyens. Construction began in 1911 and took 19 years to complete its construction. There is a wonderful Mughal garden west of Rashtrapati Bhawan. Opened to the public each spring. Tours to Rashtrapati Bhawan and Mughal Gardens are available with a nominal registration fee of Rs 25. Visitors in a group of 30 or more discount rates and children under 12 will not have to pay any fees will be offered.
Red Fort
(Lal Qila)
This red sandstone
fortress 2 km wide and extends difference in height of 18 meters on the
riverside to 33 meters in the side of the city. The fort was built by
Shah Jahan in 1638 and completed in 1648. Inside there are buildings,
including the Hall of Public Audiences, the Casa del Tambor, white
marble all private hearings, the Pearl Mosque, Palace of color and Royal
Baths. Decorated Persian, European and art forms of India fortress is
one of the brilliant pieces of architecture.
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid located in
Old Delhi is one of the main mosques of Delhi. One of the latest
architectural extravagance of Emperor Shahjahan is one of the largest
mosques in India and its courtyard can hold around 25,000 people.
Construction of the mosque began in 1644 and was completed in 1658 by
5,000 artisans. The Jama Masjid has three gateways, four angle towers
and two minarets 40 meters high standing and is constructed of strips of
alternating strips of red sandstone and white marble.
Jantar
Mantar
Located on Sansad Marg
in Connaught Place, this structure is one of Maharaja Jai Singh 2's
Observatories. This ruler of Jaipur constructed this observatory in 1725
and is dominated by a huge sundial known as the Prince of Dials. Other
instruments in this observatory follow the course of the heavenly bodies
and predict eclipses. It was built in 1724 by Raja Jai Singh II of
Jaipur in Delhi. Delhi Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory with
masonry instruments. Jantar Mantar has instruments that can graph the
path of the astronomical universe.
Qutub Minar
The Qutub Minar in
Delhi is the tallest minaret in the world of bricks, standing at a
height of 72.5 meters. Commissioned by first Muslim ruler of Delhi,
Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1193, Qutub Minar was then only a basement. Three
more towers were added to the structure by his successor and
son-in-law-din Iltutmish Shamsu'd. The Qutub Minar is known to be the
oldest and most obvious example of Indo-Islamic architecture and is
surrounded by several other collectively known as Qutub complex of
ancient structures.
Lotus Temple
The Bahai Temple or the Lotus Temple as it is popularly
known because of its flower-like shape is located in the southern part of
Delhi. Designed by Iranian-Canadian architect Fariburz Sahba in 1986 it has 27
immaculately white petals. This temple is a Bahai house of worship and is also
among the popular tourist attractions in Delhi; winning many architecture
awards and being featured in many magazines and newspapers. The best time to
visit the Lotus Temple is between Octobers to March as the weather is Delhi is
very pleasant for sightseeing during these months of the year.
The National
Zoological Park
Who can forget visiting the super-fascinating
"Chidiya-Ghar" during the childhood? It is an undeniable fact that
kids love animals and zoo is a place that is adored by everyone. Almost every
Delhiite has visited the National Zoological Park or "zoo", as we
call it, at least once in a lifetime. Zoo is one of the most interesting picnic
spots in the town and can be visited any time around the year.
Kalka Ji
Temple
One of the dominant features of the Indian heritage is the
presence of myriad temples that hold utmost importance for the Hindus all over
the country. Our capital city also boasts of a number of ancient Hindu temples
that were constructed hundreds of years ago. Talking about ancient temples in
Delhi, the first name that strikes my mind is that of Kalka Ji temple.
Digambar
Jain Temple
Popular as the Lal Mandir, the Digambar Jain Temple is the
oldest Jain Temple in Delhi. The temple has its association with the Mughal
Era. Since then, it has been altered and maintained to how it looks today.
Dedicated to the Parashvanath, the temple complex has a
Manastambha, a column of honour. The temple is made of red sandstone and its
interiors are adorned with beautiful carvings, pure gold artwork and paintwork.
There is a devotional hall at the first floor of the temple. The temple complex
also has a book store where a wide collection of Jainism literature is
available.
Raj Ghat
Raj Ghat in Delhi is the sacred sight where the Father of
the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Following the assassination of Mahatma
Gandhi on 30th of January, 1948, his body was cremated in Raj Ghat the next
day. Raj Ghat is located on the western bank of River Yamuna, and therefore was
considered to be the best place for the creation of the memorial of Mahatma
Gandhi.
Raj Ghat can be described as a simple square shaped
platform, with a black memorial stone, which has the words "Hey Ram"
engraved in it. These were the last words that came out of the mouth of
Gandhiji before he took his last breath. The Samadhi consist of a black marble
platform, of the same size that of the brick platform in which Gandhiji was
burnt. The Samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi has been surrounded by beautiful plants
and trees that provide a peaceful ambience. It is also protected by high walls.
Two museums, constructed in the nearby areas are dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi.
The Samadhi of Jawaharlal Nehru was also constructed to the north of Raj Ghat
in Shanti Van.
Places to
Visit in Jaipur
Jaipur - Rajasthan , the glistening Pink City, was founded
by and named after Sawai Jai Singh II. It beckons tourists with a magnificent
display of its royal Rajput heritage in its imposing forts and impressive
palaces.
Added bonus is the warm hospitality of its colorful people
and of course a plethora of handicrafts to shop for. Tourists can enjoy
watching and participating in various festivals that Jaipur hosts-from the
modern Jaipur Literary festival to the traditional Teej, Gangaur and Kite
festival.
Summers are very hot in Jaipur, with temperature almost 45°C
while the winters are cool and ideal to plan for a holiday, although the
temperature may dip down to 8.3°C in winter.
Jaipur is well connected by Air with Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai,
Ahmedabad, Jodhpur and Udaipur. Trains are available from the states of Delhi,
Agra, Mumbai, Chennai, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Uttar Pradesh and
Madhya Pradesh.
Places to
See in Jaipur
Amer Fort
Popularly known as Amber Fort, this beautiful fort built by
Maharaja Man Singh depicts the artistic Hindu architecture through its cobbled
pathways and large entrances. This four-level fort, built with red marbles and
sandstone, consists of the royal legacy of Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khas, Sheesh
Mahal, Sukh Niwas (water cascades making wind blow to create an artificial cool
weather) and a temple of Sila Devi. For generations, the royal families used to
stay here, and it was secretly connected to the Jaigarh fort for emergency
escapes during attacks.
Jaigarh fort
This beautiful creation by Maharaja Jai Singh, located at
Amber, Jaipur stands on the Cheel Ka Teela (Hill of Eagles), a promontory of
the Aravalli Hills. Located 400 metres above and similar in structure with the
famous Amber Fort, it was meant to protect the latter. One can reach the Amber
Fort through the secret subterranean passage from Jaigarh Fort. This fort is 3
km long and 1 km wide. It has the world's largest cannon on wheels, called
Jaivana; a few palace complexes which served as the residences of the royal
families; a well maintained garden; and a museum.
City Palace
This gigantic fort includes two more forts inside, and is
located on the north-east part of Jaipur. City Palace was the seat of the
kings. It has a huge array of buildings, courtyards, temples and gardens. Its
construction was started by Jai Singh following a perfect blend of Indian and
European styles of architecture. The magnificent grid pattern encloses Mubarak
Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Mukut Mahal, Palace of Maharani, Govind Temple and City
Palace Museum. Chandra Mahal, one of the inner forts of City Palace, has a
museum of its own and is still a residence of the royal family members.
Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal, or the Palace of Winds, built by Maharaja Pratap
Singh, is located on the southern part of Jaipur. This beautiful five-storeyed
building, designed to replicate the crown of Lord Krishna, looks like a
honeycomb having about 1,000 small windows. These have latticework that encouraged
cool air or doctor breeze to enter the palace, air-conditioning the whole area
during the summers. The pink and red sandstone on the exterior gives it a
magnificent look in the morning. The palace is part of the royal City Palace
extending till the Zenana or the chambers of women.
Nahargarh
fort
Standing on the edge of the hills of Aravalli, the Nahargarh
Fort gives a mesmerizing view of the pink city of Jaipur. Nahargarh literally
means "abode of tigers", evoking the royal legacy of Rajasthan.
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, who founded Jaipur, built this fort. The fort has
been part of important historical events: treaties of the Marathas were signed
here, and it was the refuge of British women during the Sepoy Mutiny. The fort
served as a hunting residence for the kings. The rooms of this beautiful fort
are linked with long corridors.
Places to
Visit in Shimla
Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, is one of the main tourist destinations of India. The picturesque town is situated in the northwestern part of the Himalayan range and the average elevation of the city is 7,234 feet (2205 meters). A location map showing the different Shimla roads, railway lines, railway stations, hospitals, hotels, educational institutions, religious places, water bodies and other major attractions of the city. The coordinates are 31 ° Shimla 6'12'' North and 77 ° 10'20'' East. A location map of Shimla also highlights the Jakhoo Hill, the highest point in the city.
Places to
See in Shimla
Christ
Church
Christ Church One
of the oldest churches in North India, Christ Church was built by the
British in 1857 to serve the large Anglican British community in the
area. Built in the Neo-Gothic style of architecture, Christ Church is
one of the long lasting legacies of British rule in India and is one of
Shimla's most recognized landmarks.
Jakhoo
Temple
The Jakhoo Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord
Hanuman. Located on Jakhoo Hill, 2.5 km from the Ridge, the Jakhoo Temple
offers beautiful views of the Shivalik Mountains and the nearby town of
Sanjauli.
The Ridge of
Shimla
The Ridge of Shimla is a large open spacious platform from
where you can have a panoramic view of the mountain peaks of Shimla. The snow
capped mountain ranges engulfed in the beauty of the nature is a phenomenal
view that the Ridge of Shimla offers to the crowd.
Shimla State
Museum
The Shimla State Museum houses a huge collection of
magnificent paintings, sculptures, coins, handicrafts, photos, etc of not only
the state of Himachal Pradesh but outside too. The state museum is a major
attraction of the Mall area of Shimla built in the style of colonial edifice
with sprawling lawns all around. This museum was inaugurated in 1974.
George
Castle
Also known as the Shimla of Madhya Pradesh, Shivpuri is an
ancient town in Gwalior, whose dense forests were used as the hunting grounds
for the Mughal Emperors. The royalty of this small place lies in the exquisite
hunting lodges and palaces that were built by the Scindia Rulers. Madhav
National Park, the hunting preserve of the rulers of Gwalior, houses the most
beautiful creation by them-The George Castle.
Places to
Visit in Srinagar
Popularly known as "Paradise on Earth", the city of Srinagar is located in the beautiful valley of Kashmir, on the banks of the Jhelum River. The word Srinagar literally means "city of wealth." Since the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, the city is famous for its traditional crafts, lakes, gardens and houseboats. It is an ideal destination that can be visited throughout the year. This hill station is visited by travelers from outside India also. a variety of tourist attractions makes the place worth visiting many times.
Places to
See in Srinagar
Dal Lake
It is the most popular for its houseboats and Shikaras and
remains crowded throughout the year. The lake covers an area of approximately
26 sq km and is divided intro four sections. It provides a perfect site to
enjoying kayaking, swimming, angling, canoeing, water surfing, houseboats and
Shikara riding. Fishing activities and water plant harvesting is also done at
the lake. During winters, the temperature falls so low that it sometimes
freezes the Lake.
Nagin Lake
Situated in the backdrop of the Dal Lake, Nagin Lake is titled as the "Jewel in the Ring '. A narrow road is what separates the two lakes. Tourists can observe many Shikaras and houseboats. Water skiing, facilities sailboat are available in this lake. lake it is a bit isolated and much cleaner than the Dal lake.
Jama Masjid
It is among the oldest mosques in Srinagar and displays a
monument of Islamic architecture. It was built in 1674 with four spires tower,
370 pillars, prayer halls, etc. Each pillar is made from a single piece of
deodar trunk. The temple was destroyed and restored many times. It is also
known as the Friday Mosque.
Hazratbal
Mosque
Located on the banks of Dal Lake, the Mosque is made from
white marble and a fusion of Kashmiri and Mughal styles of architecture can be
noticed in its construction. The Mosque is also called Dargah Sharif,
Asar-e-Sharif, and Madinat-us-Sani. There is a shrine in the Mosque which is
believed to contain a relic-a hair of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad.
Shankaracharya
Temple
Located at a height of 1,100 ft, the temple is on top of
Shankaracharya Hill. It is believed to be built around 200 BC by Jaluka, the
son of Emperor Ashoka. From the hill top visitors can get a spectacular view of
the snow clad mountains of Pir Panjal mountain range.
Sri Pratap Singh Museum
Established in 1898, the museum exhibits some of the rare terracotta
heads of 3rd century, various molded terracotta plaques from 4th & 5th
century, ancient brass model of Lokeshvara and a green stone figure of Lord
Vishnu sitting on a Garuda. The museum also displays a 5th century copper image
of Buddha carved in Gandhara architectural style and some paintings, ancient
coins, handicrafts and arms.
Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden
The Garden is located at the foothills of Zabarwan Mountains
near Dal Lake. The garden is famous for its annual Tulip Festival that last for
seven days. The garden is very spacious and has more than 70 varieties of
colored tulip flowers. About 90 acres of land nurture 1.3 million tulip bulbs.
Among its vicinity are other gardens like Nishat Garden, Achabal Bagh, Chashma Shahi Garden, Shalimar Garden,
Pari Mahal and other Mughal Gardens.
Nishat Bagh
Located
on the banks of Dal lake, the garden was built by Abdul Hasan Asaf Khan
in 1633 and is one of the greatest Mughal gardens built here. The
garden has some rare species of flowers 12 terraces, parterres,
fountains and lush gardens that attract many tourists and travelers.
Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary
Wild Life
The shrine is known for hosting the rare Kashmir stag Hangul bears and black-brown. It is surrounded by beautiful mountains and greenery. The sanctuary is spread over an area of approximately 141 square kilometers. In 1951, the sanctuary was recognized as a National Park. A wide variety of flora and fauna in the sanctuary. The sanctuary also provides a habitat for many species of birds as well. Special permission is required to enter the park.
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