Tuesday, 24 September 2013

Tourist attractions of Golden Triangle Tours in India


Golden Triangle is an extremely popular travel circuit located in the northern region of India. It covers three prominent destinations of IndiaDelhi, Agra and Jaipur. Each destination is fully packed with numerous attractions and never fails to lure the visitors coming from different parts of the world. Golden triangle tour in India provides a wonderful opportunity to see some of the best monuments of India including some UNESCO World Heritage Sites and numerous cultural objects. Hence, it would be a remarkable cultural journey in northern India and you will get a great experience of cultural tourism to cherish for lifetime.

Tourist Attractions in Delhi: Delhi, the capital city of India, is the first destination of golden triangle. It is a historical city and extremely popular destination amount tourists especially foreigners. Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb are major attractions to see in this city which are also UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Situated in the heart of the city, India Gate is a major landmark and very popular among local people and tourists. It is an imposing war memorial with lush lawns and a beautiful children park in its surroundings. President House, Parliament House and Old Fort are situated in the proximity of India Gate. Raj Ghat, the final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, is also a great place to see in the city.

Jama Masjid, located near Red Fort, is the largest mosque of India. Laxmi Narayan Temple, Birla Temple, Lotus Temple and Akshardham Temple are temples of Delhi which are also popular among tourists coming from different parts of the world.

Lotus Temple is one of the most visited monuments in the world. Akshardham Temple is the largest Hindu temple complex in the world. Chandani Chowk and Connaught Place are very popular among shopping enthusiasts. There are many more interesting places to see in this city which yon can see and explore on your Golden Triangle Tour in India.

Tourist Attractions in Agra: Agra would be the second destination of your golden triangle travel in India. It is an important historical city of India which is located on the banks of the Yamuna River in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Agra is best known for the Taj Mahal and some other Mughal monuments.

Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Noted internationally for its stunning beauty composed in graceful white marble, it is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world; and fondly known as the Symbol of Love and Romance.

Agra Fort is also a prominent tourist attraction in the city. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for its stunning structure built with red-sand stone and marbles. The fortress was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar.

Itmad-Ud-Daulah Tomb is also a must-see in the city. It is a beautiful tomb memorial constructed by Mughal Empress Noor Jahan (the wife of Jahangir) in the commemoration of her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg. The interior of this monument is considered to be even more beautiful than of the most beautiful Taj Mahal. Hence; Itmad-Ud-Daulah is also described as the Baby Taj or the Little Taj Mahal or the Draft of the Taj Mahal.

Tourists can also make excursion to nearby Sikandara Akbar’s Tomb and Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri is an abandoned town of Akbar; and has been declared as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is noted for historical monuments and ruins such as Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal, Jodha Bai Palace, and Birbal Mahal.

Tourist Attractions in Jaipur: Jaipur, lovingly known as the Pink City of India, is the largest and capital city of Indian state of Rajasthan. It is a historical city best known for its magnificent forts & monuments, beautiful parks & gardens, and lush parks & palaces. The city is also known for shopping.

Major attractions to see in this city include Jantar Mantar (world heritage site), Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Govind Devji Temple, Raj Mandir Cinema, Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Rambagh Palace, Sisodia Rani Ka Bag & Palace, Ramniwas Gardens, Albert Hall Museum, Jawahar Kala Kendra, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Galtaji Temple, Chand Baori, Moti Doongri Temple, etc.

An elephant rid to Amber Fort (which is situated atop a hill) would be a great experience. You can also enjoy shopping in local bazaars of the city. There are many more attractions in and around the city which you can enjoy on the last day of your Golden Triangle Tours in India.
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  1. The Golden Triangle India Tour is one of the most popular tours of the country. It ensures excellent opportunity for travellers to explore three beautiful places of India cover Agra, Delhi and Jaipur...

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