| Tour Code:NDL-11 |
Dist:6,650 kms |
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Agra
Agra is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World-the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire, of which Agra was the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. While its significance as a political center ended with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1634 by Shah Jahan, its architectural wealth has secured its place on the international map. A pleasant town with a comparatively slow pace, Agra is known for its superb inlay work on marble and soapstone by craftsmen who are descendants of those who worked under the Mughals. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather. |
Mathura
The city of Mathura, in Uttar Pradesh, the nucleus of Brajbhoomi, is located at a distance of 145 km south-east of Delhi and 58 km north-west of Agra. Brajbhoomi can be divided into two distinct units - the eastern part in the trans-Yamuna tract with places like Gokul, Mahavan, Baldeo, Mat and Bajna and the western side of the Yamuna covering the Mathura region that encompasses Vrindavan, Govardhan, Kusum Sarovar, Barsana and Nandgaon. |
Brindavan
Brindavan, just 15 km from Mathura, is another major place of pilgrimage. It is noted for its numerous temples - both old and modern. The name brindavan evokes the playfulness and lovable characteristics of Shri Krishna. This is the wood where he frolicked with the gopis and tenderly wooed Radha. |
Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri is a city and a municipal board in Agra district in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. The historical city was constructed by Mughal emperor Akbar when it was abandoned for reasons that remain unclear. |
Ajmer
Ajmer the city where the Dargah of the Great Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti stands is a sacred centre of pilgrimage. Red temple is a Digambar Jain temple which has a double- storey hall adjacent to the main temple. The hall displays a series of large gold plated wooden figures depicting legends from Jain mythology. |
Pushkar
Pushkar is located in the town of Pushkar in Ajmer district of the Rajasthan state of western India. The beautiful Pushkar Lake is a sanctified spot, and considered as old as the creation, and has been a place of pilgrimage for the Hindus since time immemorial. It is surrounded by 52 bathing ghats, where devotees throng in large numbers to take a dip during the month of Kartik. |
Jaipur
Jaipur is famously known as pink city. It looks most classy when floodlit at night. The fort overlooks the city and presents a glittering view of the city lights. Nahargarh meaning abode of the tigers was built by Jai Singh to bolster the defense of Amber. |
Delhi
Delhi is the national capital of Indian, Delhi is a historical city dotted with several monuments. Explore the rich history and culture of the city. Take a tour of Delhi and visit the Laxmi Narayan Temple, the India Gate, Jama Masjid, Red Fort and the Gandhi Memorial. Also see embassies and the Parliament House. Don’t miss the evening light and sound show at Red Fort. During your sightseeing tour of Delhi, also visit the Purana Quila, Jantar Mantar, Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutab Minar. After touring the city, return to the hotel for night stay. |
| Month |
Date |
| April |
6,16 |
| May |
4,15 |
| Jun |
8,19 |
| July |
4,17 |
| Aug |
9,20 |
| Sep |
2,13 |
| Oct |
1,12,30 |
| Nov |
3,4,25 |
| Dec |
4,15 |
| Jan |
6,17 |
| Feb |
6,17 |
| Mar |
4,15 |
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