Golden Triangle of India

Golden triangle has become a very famous tour itinerary among tourists coming to India. And why not it is? This famous tour package let you to enjoy the royal glory and the true beauty of India. This amazing tour circuit comprises of 3 golden cities: Delhi, Jaipur & Agra. All the 3 cities are rich in their culture and have lots of thing in peculiar to offer you.

Delhi: The capital city of India had remained the capital of several empires in ancient India. The city got its construction in two parts: one by Mughals which is known as Old Delhi and the another part called New Delhi was designed during British supremacy. Delhi's culture has been influenced by its lengthy history. City has a fine blend of all cultures that are followed in India, showing the unity in diversity of India. When comes to tourism, the city has a total of 175 monuments in its heritage circuit. Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, India Gate, Jantar Mantar, Raj Ghat are few to name.

Jaipur: Besides being the capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur has various other adjectives combined with it as Pink City, largest city in Rajasthan, India's first planned city and many more. History reveals that the city was built by Sawai Raja Jai Singh and from then Jaipur had been remained the capital of a number of royal dynasties in Rajasthan. Jaipur attract many tourists every year with its royal fort & palaces, magnificent Havelis and historical monuments & museums. City Palace, Samode Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Jain Temple etc are some famous attractions of Jaipur. These forts and palaces introduce us with the magnificence past of the city.

Agra: Agra, the city of romance is an unforgettable experience for lifetime. In 1506, Sikandar Lodi found this beautiful city. Agra has witnessed construction of many splendid historical buildings during Mughal era. The city offers numerous tourist destinations to explore including Taj Mahal, the monument of love, Akbar's Tomb, Agra Fort, Jama Masjid, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-Ud-Daullah's Tomb, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.

These three cities are well connected to one another through a strong travel network. You can enjoy a perfect leisure holiday as all the three cities have number of heritage hotels & resorts to provide you a luxurious and comfortable stay. Also you can take help of an India tour operator to guide you better. Tour to the golden triangle of India to see its rich heritage and enjoy the unforgettable memories of your life.

Agra- A historical Destination

Agra is located on the banks of river Yamuna and is the 3^rd largest city in Uttar Pradesh. Mughal emperor Sikandar Lodi founded this historical city in 1504. Then it was called Akbarabad. In 1526 Mughal emperor Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi & laid the foundation of Mughal dynasty in Agra. Agra had remained the capital of the Mughal Empire for almost two centuries. It can be said that Mughal brought the golden age of city with them as Agra witnessed a number of splendid building construction in Mughal era. Agra remained a major tourist destination since time immortal because of these wonderfuls buildings of Mughal-era.

Taj Mahal: Taj Mahal, one of the 7 wonders of the world & one of the world heritage sites, was built by Mughal emperor Shan Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaj Mahal. Taj Mahal was designed by a Persian architect Ustad Isa. The magnificent monument takes 22 years to complete, which is shown by the 22 small domes on the top of gate. This fascinating masterpiece seems to float in air when viewed from a distance. The whole building has rhymes of Quran extolled on it. The tomb of Mumtaj Mahal is under the most elegant dome of Taj Mahal, which has a diameter of 60 feet and rises 80 feet over the building.

Agra Fort: Also sometimes renounced as Red Fort, Agra Fort was started by Akbar in 1565. Later on additions were made by other Mughal kings. It is located at a distance of 2.5 Km in the northwest of Taj Mahal. This crescent shaped fort, has a total perimeter of 2.4 k.m., and is ringed by double castellated ramparts of red sandstone punctuated at regular intervals by bastions.The fort contains splendid mosques and palaces in red sandstone and white marble. Some of the worth visiting buildings in the fort include the Pearl Mosque, the Diwan-e-Am and Diwan-e-Khas, Jehangir's Palace, Khaas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, and Musamman Burj. The forbidding exteriors of this fort hide an inner paradise.

Fatehpur Sikri: Fatehpur Sikri is located at a distance of 35 Km from Agra. Mughal emperor Akbar built this historical city as his political capital but due to the shortage of water he was compelled to abandon the city. Fatehpur Sikri is a fine combination of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Fatehpur Sikri, one of the world heritage sites has a number of tourist attractions. Some of the finest monuments are Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza, tomb of Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti, Jama Masjid, palace of Jodha Bai and Birbal’s palace.

There are many other tourist spots in and around Agra like Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb, Sikandra (Akbar's tomb), Mehtab Bagh, Ram Bagh, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary andVrindavan that you can visit in your Agra tour. Agra is a unique experience for tourism as the city leave the tourists fascinated. High in tourist destinations Agra is a beautiful place to explore.

Natural treasures in Kerala

The exotic beaches and backwaters of Kerala runs about 600 Km long. These fascinating beaches are known worldwide and offer best touring destinations in India. The beaches near the seashores of Kerala have always remained popular among tourists for family holidays. Kerala beaches are unique for their clean sand, which is surrounded by a never-ending row of palm trees, coconut groves, lagoons and sheltered inlets.

Kovalam beach is structured into three crescent shaped small beaches. The southernmost is called Lighthouse beach & the northern most beach is known as Samudra while the middle one is renounced as Hawah. Arabian sea’s blue water, the endless white sand, washed away by blue waves and the row of coconut trees along the beach all together turn this beach into a paradise. Beaches of Kovalam are ideal for family holiday as you can enjoy swimming, skiing & kayaking there.

Varkala beach lies at a distance of 50 Km from Thiruvananthapuram. The quiet & sandy ambience of Varkala beach is ideal for a rejuvenating beach holiday. Varkala beach is famous for its amazingly beautiful sunset. When the sun melts into Arebian Sea, the view of sky tinted into red & orange at the horizon is absolutely astounding. There are numerous places of tourist interest near Varkala Beach as the Sree Janardhana Swamy Temple & nature cure center. The mineral springs near the Varkala beach are believed to have medicinal properties.

Alappuzha beach or Alleppey beach is referred to as the “Venice of the East” for its scenic beauty. Having Arebian Sea on west and a large lake complex, lagoons edged by palm trees on the other side, Alappuzha beach stands with its immense beauty. One can enjoy a houseboat holiday in backwater of Alappuzha. Alappuzha beach is famous for boat races worldwide.

Besides these, the Marari beach that lies at a little distance from Alleppey and Beypore beach are perfect for a beach holiday. Each of these beautiful beaches in Kerala has its own unique significance. Kerala beaches will never fail to allure you with their charm and attraction. Come to these exotic beaches and enjoy your holidays to the fullest.

Wildlife Safaris in India

Wildlife Safaris are no doubt to send shivers of exhilaration down to the spine of a tourist. Wildlife Sanctuaries in India are ideal for the tourists wanting a perfect tryst with nature. The diverse variety of wildlife ranges from the majestic tigers, mammoth elephants to beautiful peacocks find a safe haven in the Indian sanctuaries. Almost all the major Indian states have wildlife sanctuaries and are also involved in the commendable mission of preserving the endangered animal species.

Some eminent wildlife sanctuaries in India are Corbet National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Kaziranga National Park, Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Sariska and Nagarhole. These sanctuaries offer a enthralling variety of flora and fauna and let you left without a voice by the varied topography.

Rajasthan, in particular, enjoys a good number of sanctuaries from which mention must be made of Ranthambore national park, Sariska wildlife sanctuary & Ghana national park.The Ranthambore National Park is nestled between the Aravali and Vindhya mountain ranges. The craggy territory and the dry deciduous forests are the main features of this national park. Famous for its tigers, Ranthambore National park is one of the best places in the country to visit. Tourists can easily marked tigers even during the daytime. A good time to visit the national park is between November and May. Sariska, located in the sharp cliffs of hills and fine valleys of the Aravallis, is home to many carnivores counting leopard, wild dog, jungle cat, hyena, jackal, and tiger.

With Idukki, Periyar and Kumarakom Sanctuary, Kerala is next in choice when comes to the finest Indian wildlife sanctuaries. The Wildlife Sanctuary Idukki strikes with its incredible variety of wildlife, comprises of Elephants, Sambhar, Deer, Wild Dogs, Jungle Cats, Tiger and reptiles. Among the birds, you can spot varieties such as the Jungle Fowl, Myna, Bulbul, Kingfisher and Woodpecker. Situated on the banks of the Periyar lake, Periyar wildlife sanctuary extended across 777 sq km. The greatest attractions of Periyar are the flocks of wild elephants that come down to play in the lake. It is recommended to visit the sanctuary during months of July and August as the hot months bring more animals to the lake.

Your India wildlife tours are likely to remain inconclusive without touring the Corbett national park in Uttranchal, Nagarhole National park in Karnataka, Sundarbans National park in West Bangal, Kaziranga & Manas National parks of Assam, Panna National park at Khajuraho, Kanha National park & Bandhavgarh park in Madhya pradesh.