The Golden Triangle tourist circuit is the most popular tour in India. The Golden Triangle Tour covers three historic Indian cities-Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Of these cities, Delhi is the oldest followed by Agra and Jaipur. Delhi is famous for its historic monuments and is also the capital of India. It is in fact the history of these three cities that have made them popular tourist destinations. Delhi has a fascinating history that goes back to as far as the pre historic times. The city was seat of power for many dynasties and kings. Agra's recent history has the Mughal stamp on it while Jaipur reflects the Rajput valour and opulence.
Delhi
the first city: Delhi is
the first tourist destination in
the Golden Triangle Tourist circuit.
The capital of India and the first
city, Delhi is the seat of power
and home to India's intellectual
rich and famous. Delhi is the political
and media hub. The main offices
of news channels and papers are
located here. For a tourist, Delhi
offers a blend of history and modernity.
Historic monuments share space with
new high-rise buildings, presenting
an amalgam of old and new. Some
of the popular tourist attractions
in Delhi include the Laxmi Narayan
Temple, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Old
Fort, Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar,
Lotus Temple and the Lodhi Gardens.
For a diehard shopper, Delhi has
many bustling bazaars and shopping
malls.
Agra the city of Taj: The capital of Mughal India in the 16th and 17th century, Agra is steeped in the Mughal history. Agra was the capital during the reign of Mughal emperors Akbar and Jehangir. Shah Jahan, grandson of Akbar and son of Jehangir also ruled from Agra for few years before moving to Delhi and establishing the city of Shahjahanabad, now known as Old Delhi. Agra is popular for the historic monument Taj Mahal, which is a marvel in architecture. The Taj Mahal, also known as the symbol of love was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Some other important tourist spots in Agra include the Agra Fort and Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulla.
Jaipur the Pink City: Jaipur completes the Golden Triangle Tour. Also known as the Pink City, Jaipur is the first planned city of India. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, founded the city of Jaipur in 1727. He invited an able architect Vidyadhar Bhattacharya to design and built the city. Jaipur is famous for its forts and palaces. Some of the important tourist attractions in Jaipur include the City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar Observatory and Amber Fort.
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