Around Taj Mahal
Delhi
One
of the most fascinating aspects of Delhi is the "visibility" of its
historic past. Were it not for the demands of urbanization, large portions of
the city could well be earmarked as archaeological parks. This is because the
rulers of successive dynasties between the 13th and the 17th centuries established
seven cities in different parts of Delhi. A chronological review of these cities
fortunately also serves as a suitable itinerary for tourists and highlights
the important monuments amongst the 1300 officially listed.
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Jaipur
Jaipur
is as remarkable for its marvellous architecture and town planning as it is
for the lively spirit of the people who inhabit it. The city presents a unique
synthesis of culture that has to be experienced in order to be appreciated.
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Mathura
It
lies at the heart that the young Krishna was nurtured. The little towns and
hamlets in this area still alive with the tales of his mischievous pranks, his
extraordinary exploits and still seem to echo with the sound of his flute. An
ancient habitation, mathura's strategic location ensured its position as a center
of trade and a meeting point of cultures, a major city during the time of the
Buddha ( 5th century BC) it became the eastern capital of the Kushan emperor
Kanishka,. Mathura continued to be a center of power during the enlightened
rule of emperor Ashoka (3rd centre BC) and up to the Gupta era (4th century
AD) .
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Khajuraho
The
temples of Khajuraho are India's unique gift to the world, representing, as
they do, a paean to life, to love, to joy; perfect in execution and sublime
in expression. Life, in every form and mood, has been capured in stone, testifying
not only to the craftsman's artistry but also to the extraordinary breadth of
vision of the Chandela Rajputs under whose rule the temples were conceived and
constructed.
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Varanasi
Varanasi,
or Benaras, is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi's prominence
in Hindu mythology is virtually unrivalled. Mark Twain, the English author and
literature, who was enthralled by the legend and sanctity of Banaras, once wrote:
"Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend
and looks twice as old as all of them put together".
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Haridwar
Haridwar
is also famous by the names of gangadwar, Mokshadwar, Tapovan and Mayapuri.
It is at Haridwar that the Ganga finaly energes into the northern plains. The
Kumbh and the Ardh Kumbh melas also take place here every 12 th & 6th year.
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Rishikesh
Rishikesh,
also known as the 'place of sages' is Haridwar, at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga
and Ganga. It is believed that God by the name of 'Hrishikesh' had appeared
as an answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi and henceforth the place
derived its name.
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Dehradun
Nestled
in the mountain of the Himalaya, Dehradun in one of the odlest cities of India.
Also known as the Abode of Drona , Dehradun has always been an important centre
of the Garhwal rulers which was captured by the British . the headuarters of
many National Institute like ONGC , Servey of India , I.I.P. etc. are located
in the city . Dehradun has a string of premier educational institutes like the
forest Research Institute, Rashtriya Indian Military College and the Indian
Milirary Academy.
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Lucknow
Lucknow
is a city synonymous with the Nawabi Culture. The imperialistic splendor and
magnificence of the Nawabi Era has been glorified and eulogized down the ages
by writers, poets and historians alike.
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Gwalior
The
ancient capital of Gwalior is steeped in the splendour of its past. A multitude
of regning dynasties, of the great Rajput clans of the Pratiharas. Kachwahas
and Tomars have left indelible etching of their rule in this city of palaces,
temples and monuments. The magnificent momentoes of a glorious past have been
preserved with care, giving Gwalior a unique and timeless appeal.
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Sikandra
Welcome
to Sikandra, a supurb of Agra, only 13 km. from the Agra Fort, the last resting
place of the Mughal emperor Akbar. Akbar was the greatest of the Mughal emperors
and one of the most secular minded royalties of his time. He was the heir to
a long tradition of oriental refinement, a great patron of the arts, literature,
philosophy and science.
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