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Karnataka Taj Mahal is in the first position of Seven Wonders of the world situated in Agra.The Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan for his queen Mumtaz Mahal, took 22 years to complete with over 20,000 craftsmen working round the clock. Taj Mahal stands on the bank of River Yamuna defending the Great Red Fort of Agra, the center of the Mughal emperors until they moved their capital to Delhi in 1637. It was built by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in 1631 in memory of his second wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
There is Agra Fort made of red sandstone by Emperor Akbar. The nearby short excursions from Agra include Fatehpur Sikri, Sikandra tomb, Mathura and Vrindavan
Agra Fort
The Agra Fort made of red stone is situated on a bank of the River Yamuna in Agra surrounded by a 70-foot high wall. It leads to the Hathi Pol or Elephant Gate. It was built during the years 1565 and 1574 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great.
India Gate
Situated on the Rajpath in New Delhi, India Gate (originally called the All India War Memorial) is a monument built by Edwin Lutyens to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I and the Afghan Wars. The foundation stone was laid on 10 February 1921 by the Duke of Connaught.
Qutab Minar
The Qutab Minar is 15 km south of New Delhi, rises high into the firmament over looking an entire area - named Mehrauli – which is dotted with ruins of Islamic monuments. The minar or tower itself is 73 metres high, its diameter 15 metre at the base and just 2 and a ½ metres at the top. It has five distinct storeys, the first three are of red sandstone, and the fourth and fifth of marble and sandstone. Each storey has a projecting balcony. The ornamental work on the tower only reinforces the impressive stature of the tower.
Dal LakeThe Dal Lake which has the length of 8 Km long and a width of 4 Km, spreads over a total of 26 Sq. Km. The fascinating Dal Lake is divided into two smaller ones the Lokut (small) and Bod (big) Dal. The south western part of the lake has a maximum depth of approximately 12 M. theManali :Vashisth Hot Sulphur Spring, Rohtang Pass, Hadimba Temple.Rohtang Pass (50 km)Located on the Manali-Keylong Road, it boasts of being the highest point in Manali at an altitude of 4,112 m. Rohtang Pass is one of the famous excursions from Manali.Arjun Gufa (5 km)Situated close to the Prini village along the left back of River Beas.Jagatsukh Temple (6 km)Located in Jagatsukh, one of the biggest villages of Kullu district is the famous temple of Shiva.Rahalla Falls (16 km)They are one of the most beautiful waterfalls located just at the staring point of the climb to the Rohtang Pass and perched at a height of about 2,501 m. Vashisht Hot Sulphur Springs (3 km)People arrive from far and wide to take a dip in the springs and heal their ailments.
Red Fort
Majestic and magnificent, the Red Fort or the Lala Qila is a symbol of Mughal architectural excellence. Built by one of the greatest emperors of the Mughal dynasty, Emperor Shahjahan, the Red Fort is an important landmark of Delhi. India's history is also closely linked with this fort. It was from here that the British deposed the last Mughal ruler, Bhadur Shah Zafar, marking the end of the three century long Mughal rule.
Lotus Temple
Located in Kalkaji in the south of Delhi, it is lotus shaped and has rightly been given the name. It is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. It is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining peace and tranquility
Jantar Mantar
At first sight, the Jantar Mantar appears like a gallery of modern art. It is, however, an observatory. Sawai Jia Singh II of Jaipur (1699-1743), a keen astronomer and a noble in the Mughal court, was dissatisfied by the errors of brass and metal astronomical instruments. Under patronage from the emperor, he set on himself the task of correcting the existing astronomical tables and updating the almanac with more reliable instruments. Delhi's Jantar Mantar is the first of the five observatories that he built with large masonary instruments.
At first sight, the Jantar Mantar appears like a gallery of modern art. It is, however, an observatory. Sawai Jia Singh II of Jaipur (1699-1743), a keen astronomer and a noble in the Mughal court, was dissatisfied by the errors of brass and metal astronomical instruments. Under patronage from the emperor, he set on himself the task of correcting the existing astronomical tables and updating the almanac with more reliable instruments. Delhi's Jantar Mantar is the first of the five observatories that he built with large masonary instruments.
.Fathehpur Sikri
37 kms from Agra is built a city predominantly in Red Sandstone and is called Fatehpur Sikri. This town was built by the Mughal Emperor, Akbar.
Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal or the "Palace of Wind" is situated in the Pink City Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan state. This was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 AD. This five storeyed palace made of red & pink sandstone has a number of tiny windows, arched roofs and balconies is a great example of Rajputana architecture.
Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal or the "Palace of Wind" is situated in the Pink City Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan state. This was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 AD. This five storeyed palace made of red & pink sandstone has a number of tiny windows, arched roofs and balconies is a great example of Rajputana architecture.
Golden Temple
The Golden Temple, located in Amritsar in the state of Punjab, It is the most sacred shrine of Sikhism.
The Golden Temple, located in Amritsar in the state of Punjab, It is the most sacred shrine of Sikhism.
Akshardham Temple
The massive temple is located in Delhi, on the banks of the river Yamuna. The beautiful temple was built without steel, consists of 234 ornately carved pillars, 9 ornate domes, 20 quadrangled shikhars, a spectacular Gajendra Pith (plinth of stone elephants) and 20,000 murtis and statues of India’s great sadhus, devotees, acharyas and divine personalities.Dehradun Robber's cave, Tapkeshwar Temple, Sahastradhara, Chandrabani, Santala Devi Temple, Rajaji National Park, Forest Research Institute, Malsi Deer Park
The massive temple is located in Delhi, on the banks of the river Yamuna. The beautiful temple was built without steel, consists of 234 ornately carved pillars, 9 ornate domes, 20 quadrangled shikhars, a spectacular Gajendra Pith (plinth of stone elephants) and 20,000 murtis and statues of India’s great sadhus, devotees, acharyas and divine personalities.Dehradun Robber's cave, Tapkeshwar Temple, Sahastradhara, Chandrabani, Santala Devi Temple, Rajaji National Park, Forest Research Institute, Malsi Deer Park
Jal Mahal
Jal Mahal is an 18th century pleasure palace and is located in Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. The palace is perched amidst Mansagar lake, which is in turn nestled amongst the Nahargarh hills. The Jal Mahal Palace, Jaipur is noted for its sophisticated design and grand architecture. The Palace was developed as a pleasure spot and was used for the royal duck shooting parties.
Jal Mahal is an 18th century pleasure palace and is located in Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. The palace is perched amidst Mansagar lake, which is in turn nestled amongst the Nahargarh hills. The Jal Mahal Palace, Jaipur is noted for its sophisticated design and grand architecture. The Palace was developed as a pleasure spot and was used for the royal duck shooting parties.
Ladakh :Zanskar Valley, Hemis Monastery, The Thikse Monastery, Alchi, Dah-Hanu, Hemis Wildlife Sanctuary, Nubra valleys.
Jaipur : Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jal Mahal, Ram Niwas Garden, Jaigarh Fort, Nargarh Fort, Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, Rani Sisodia's Garden and Palace, Govinddev Ji ka Mandir, Albert Hall Museum, Statue Circle.
Udaipur :The City Palace, The Lake Palace, Ahar, Krishna Vilas, Lake Fateh Sagar,Sajjan Niwas and Gulab Bagh, Machchalaya Magra, Doodh Talai, Jag Mandir, and the Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum.Jaipur : Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jal Mahal, Ram Niwas Garden, Jaigarh Fort, Nargarh Fort, Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, Rani Sisodia's Garden and Palace, Govinddev Ji ka Mandir, Albert Hall Museum, Statue Circle.
Jaisalmer : Jaisalmer Fort, Camel Safari, Jain Temples, Havelis, Gadsisar Lake, Lodurva, Sam Dunes.
Sikandra Tomb
Welcome to Sikandra, a supurb of Agra, only 13 km. from the Agra Fort, the last resting place of the Mughal emperor Akbar. Akbar was the greatest of the Mughal emperors and one of the most secular minded royalties of his time. He was the heir to a long tradition of oriental refinement, a great patron of the arts, literature, philosophy and science.
Humayun's Tomb
Humayun's Tomb is not only an excellent example of early Mughal architecture, but in many ways, it is the predecessor of the magnificent Taj Mahal. This quiet but splendid edifice was the last resting place of the second Mughal emperor, who strived all his life to be in Delhi, the city he loved. The tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun reflects the traditional Islamic style of architecture-with a bulbous dome, geometric patterns, high arches, spire, lattice stone windows, geometric proportions, etc. This building is set in the center of a charbagh or four-garden plan, which is further divided into smaller geometric sections by a network of water channels and fountains-a reflection of Persian influence, which had been adopted by the Mughals.
Humayun's Tomb is not only an excellent example of early Mughal architecture, but in many ways, it is the predecessor of the magnificent Taj Mahal. This quiet but splendid edifice was the last resting place of the second Mughal emperor, who strived all his life to be in Delhi, the city he loved. The tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun reflects the traditional Islamic style of architecture-with a bulbous dome, geometric patterns, high arches, spire, lattice stone windows, geometric proportions, etc. This building is set in the center of a charbagh or four-garden plan, which is further divided into smaller geometric sections by a network of water channels and fountains-a reflection of Persian influence, which had been adopted by the Mughals.
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