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Delhi
India Travel Guide, The Tomar king, Anangpal, was the founder of the first city of Delhi . Delhi was ruled by a series of muslim dynasties, each of whom imparted a different artistic style to the city - Khiljis, Tughlaqs, Sayyeds and Lodhis. Shahjahan, the famous mughal emperor, made Delhi his capital and embellished it. Places of interest are Rastrapati Bhawan - the official residence of president of India , India gate - (The war memorial) A monument dedicated to the soldiers who became martyrs during the Second World War, Bahai Temple . Humayun's Tomb - a fore runner to Taj Mahal constructed by Haji Begum, Qutab Minar - One of the tallest stone tower (Minarete) in India, Red Fort - built by the great Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in Red Sandstone, Jama Masjid - This Historic Mosque is one of the largest mosque of its kind in India and Raj Ghat - the cremation ground of Mahatma Gandhi.

Agra
India Travel Destination Guide, The Taj Mahal, Eternal symbol of India and Agra, is breathtaking by moonlight. The city that grew in prominence under the Moghuls retains the ambience of an era long past. Places of interest are Taj Mahal, Mausoleum built by Emperor Shahjehan for his Empress Mumtaz Mahal. 20,000 Workmen worked for 22 years to complete it. Agra Fort is a blend of an Architectural style used during the reign of three Emperors, the tomb of Itmad - Ud - Daulah and Sikandra the tomb of Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri designed by Akbar as his capital city was lived - in for only a very few years as it was abandoned due to shortage of water that is why the name "The Abandoned City". It is a beautiful architectural city built of Red Sandstone.

Jaipur
India Travel Information Guide, Known as the Pink City, Jaipur's buildings have a pink tinge to them, being built of the local sandstone. Built by Jai Singh II, it is now one of the world's major gem centres. Places of interest are the city palace or Chandra Mahal - Converted as a Museum, Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), and Jantar Mantar - The Royal Observatory built by the Maharaja Jai Singh. Excursion to Amber fort (The Massive citadel on the hill) highlighted by an elephant ride upto the entrance of the fort. The fort is a living example of the grandeur and majesty of the Rajput Kings.

Jaisalmer
India Travel Guide, The rich and beautiful palaces and "Havelis" of Jaisalmer shimmer against the relentless monotony of the Thar Desert. Its rulers were known for their valour, their beautiful havelis and glorious temples for close to ten centuries Jaisalmer has assumed the air of a virtual art museum. Places of interest are Jaisalmer fort- which houses royal apartments and a palace as well as the famous Jain temples. Gadisar Lake - A rain water lake, a picinic spot ideal for boating, havelis - intricately latticed with conspicuous facades

Jodhpur
India Travel Information Guide, Gateway to the Thar Desert, the city is known for its striking forts, stately palaces and gracious buildings. Some of these are now India's finest hotels. The city was built in 1459 by Rao Jodha of the Rajput clan. The clan claims direct descent from the Lord Rama, the hero of the epic, Ramayana. Places of interest are Meharangarh fort - The most impressive fort in entire Rajasthan, was built by the city's founder five centuries ago. All rulers of the city were crowned here.

Jaswant Thada, A memorial built in pure white marble is for the exclusive use of the royal family, as a crematorium. Umaid Bhawan Palace, built in this century, resembles the Taj Mahal, but in rose coloured sandstone. Old fort museum and Mandore Gardens.

Udaipur
India Travel Information Guide, Gleaming in its abundance of lakes and palaces, the enchanting lake city of Udaipur nestles in a valley among lush hills of the Aravalis, on the banks of the shimmering Lake Pichola. The main part of the palace converted into Museum, Lake Palace now converted into a luxury hotel. Pratap Samarak - Hilltop garden with the statue of Maharana Pratap, Saheho ki Bari, brings to the fore the unique life style of the royal ladies who once strolled in these gardens. Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum - A foundation for the preservation of arts in India and Jag Mandir.

Mandawa
India Travel Destination Guide, The Medieval fort of the Mandawa Emerges on the Horizon like a Mirage. A painted arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows leads to the bazaars. The terrace of castle Mandawa presents a breathtaking view of the town and the semi arid plains beyond. The havelis of the Chokhanis, Goenkas Nevatia and Ladia and the Sarafs are extravagantly painted. One of the oldest frescoes is within the fort itself.

Lucknow
Lucknow is an enchanting city. A Mixture of down at heel elegance, fascinating charm and unique culture gives it an irresistible appeal. This is a legacy that it inherits from more gracious times when the kingdom of Avadh saw the last great flowering of a civilization that began with the Mughal advent in India. Places of interest are Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza and Chota Imambara. The Jama Masjid , Lucknow's great mosque, La Martinere, one of the Lucknow's first, large European style buildings. The state Museum House has a valuable collection of Gupta and Kushan period finds.

Khajuraho
Khajuraho - about 200 kms from Jhansi is in a wilderness and not really enroute to anywhere or from anywhere, you should not miss the beautiful, ornate temples built by the chandelas in the 10th and 11th centuries. The temples have survived precisely because of their isolation at a site where there is neither a town nor an industry. The Chandelas ruled for five centuries and the 85 Khajuraho temples out of which only 22 have survived were the outpourings of their creative genius over a hundred years period. The temples were constructed from 950 AD to 1050 AD and are in three distinct groups. These temples have been designed and carved to lead the eyes from ground level upward till you seem to be looking at heaven. The world at large identifies the Khajuraho temples as sensuous and erotic sculptures. But they are more than just that, Life in every mood has been captured in stone, testifying not only to the craftman's artistry but also to the extraordinary breadth of vision of the Chandela Rajputs.

Kolkata
The largest metropolis in India, Calcutta is a vibrant city on the move, volatile and unpredictable. The Gateway to India, till 1912, and the capital of the Raj in India, it still bears the Victorian imprint on its streets and structures. A city just about ready to burst at the seams, Calcutta is home to more than 10 million people. The Ganges (called the Hooghly in Calcutta) is still the inspiration, as it was to Job Charnok, East India Company agent, who reached the shores in August 1690, to found the city. Calcutta, after London, was the British Empire's second city. Calcutta, on-the-Hooghly, retains the aura of days long gone, weaving the past and the present, the intense and the funloving into a charming fabric.

Gangtok
Gangtok (1500 m) meaning "Hilltop" is the capital of Sikkim. Gangtok still retains its charming architectural style with pagoda like wooden houses, painted turquoise roofs and colourful bazaars. Among the places of interest are stupa of Do Drul Chorten, Enchey monasteries, Rsukla - Kuang, The Royal Chapel, Namgayal Institute of Tibetology for learning the language and Tradition of Tibet and Mahayana Buddhism, orchid Sanctuary and Deer Park.

Pokhara
One of the most picturesque spot of Nepal. The beauty of the valley is enhanced by its lovely lakes: Phewa, Begnas and Rupa. Situated 200km west of Kathmandu. Pokhara is connected by air as well or by tourist luxuries bus from Kathmandu. Situated at an al-level, Pokhara offers the magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, 5peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara's numerous lakes, known as "Tal" in Nepali offer fishing, boating and swimming. at Phewa Lake, Begnas and Rupa Lake, Barahi Temple, Davy's fall, Mahendra Gupha etc. are the famous tourist destinations of Pokhara

Chitwan
In southern Nepal, Chitwan is the richest wildlife reserve in Asia with an area of 932 sq, km. Easy access in 5-6 hours by bus riding or 35 minute short flight from Kathmandu or Pokhara. The home of the indigenous people, the Tharu, and the home of the unique one- horned rhino, majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, many species of deer, and the largest number of zoological species of local and migrated birds more than 450, Crocodile family with the rare species of Marshmugger, Gharial and numerous flora & Fauna to be discovered Elephant Safari, Birds Watching, Nature Walk, Tharu Stick Dance, Jungle Drive are famous in Chitwan

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