India Tourism - The Golden Triangle

Written by Anshu Agarwal on Monday, 01 April 2013. Posted in Indian Tourism

The Delhi-Agra-Jaipur Tourist Circuit

India Tourism - The Golden Triangle

If you are planning a touristic trip to India, the popular Golden Triangle tour offers the Incredible India in its most lively forms through awe-inspiring views of forts and palaces, magnificent architectural buildings, and a rich tradition of art and culture. The tour covers the three most gorgeous cities in northern India: Delhi (India’s capital city), Agra (city of Taj Mahal) , and Jaipur (popular for its folk culture and heritage).  The Golden Triangle is the most popular tourist circuits in India, and there is a reason behind it!

The vast country of India is one of the most visited nations in the world and draws tourists from across the globe. A trip to India is a memorable experience and you will get to see a lot things and activities to do around the country. However, it is always advised to know the facts and essential details of a new destination before you start your expedition. Contact an experienced travel agent to plan your trip to India. 


Delhi

Delhi presents a beautiful blend of diverse cultures, languages, and people. In some places it is a garden city with beautiful parks, while in some places, it is crowded with heavy traffic. Delhi has multitude of choices to visitors: from museums, theatres, art galleries and festivals to handicraft, designer wear, and cuisines from various part of the globe. Some major attractions in Delhi include:

Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Old Fort, National Zoological Park, Jantar Mantar, Safdarjung Tomb, India Gate, Birla Mandir, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Lodi's Tomb, Bahai Temple, and Chandni Chowk. 


Agra

Agra is the city of the Taj Mahal, in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, some 200 km from Delhi. Agra has three UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort in the city, and Fatehpur Sikri nearby. There are also many other buildings and tombs from Agra's days of glory as the capital of the Mughal Empire. Agra is very well connected via rail and road with other nearby cities and tourist destinations.

Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is widely recognized as the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. It is also regarded by many as the finest example of Mughal architecture - a style that combines elements from Islamic, Persian, Ottoman Turkish and Indian architectural styles.


Jaipur

Popularly known as the pink city of India, Jaipur is the located in the desert lands of the state of Rajasthan.  Jaipur attracts large number of visitors. With its high standards of hospitality and rich tradition, Jaipur city is full of charm. Historical monuments and architectural marvels such as Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and Amber Fort make Jaipur a captivating place.

One can easily experience the royal charm in its vicinities. Jaipur still represents the Bygone Rajput Era. One can witness magnificent Forts and Palaces, and get enthralled by Exquisite Fairs and colorful Festivals.  

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