Visit the three jewels of North India: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur

 India, a sprawling country with a surprisingly diverse landscape and culture, is one of the most popular tourist destinations for people from all over the world. India welcomes thousands of tourists every year. With their rich culture and history, the cities are a must see. North India is home to a vibrant culture and landscape. Delhi, the capital of India, is a mix of old and new. Thanks to the rich history of Delhi, every corner of Delhi has a story to tell. Jaipur, famous as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur is famous for its elegant palaces and forts. Agra is world famous for the Taj Mahal, the symbol of love. Agra was the capital of India during Mughal times. These three beautiful cities form the golden triangle of Indian tourism.

 

Delhi reflects the rich legacy of the past and the impressive development of the modern era. The Mauryas, the Mughals, the British, and of course the locals themselves shaped Delhi in its present form. The forts, mosques and temples of Delhi reflect the influences of all the empires that have ruled it. Old Delhi is famous for its monuments and Mughal cuisine. Jama Masjid in Old Delhi is the largest mosque in India. The Red Fort and Ghalib ki Haveli are other major attractions here. Connaught Place, GK, Vasant Vihar portrays the modern face of Delhi with sophisticated showrooms and shopping malls. Tourists can also enjoy dancing and music at cultural events organized by various groups. The Qutub Festival is one of the most sought after cultural events in Delhi.

 

The city of Agra is synonymous with the Taj Mahal. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Situated on the western bank of the Yamuna River, Agra attracts tourists from all over the country and the world. It is located at a distance of 204 km south of Delhi. The glorious history of Agra is reflected in the graceful monuments of medieval India built by Mughals. Fatehpur Sikri was a suburb where red stone palaces were built. Akbar built many buildings there in honor of his queens. Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-DaulaChini ka Roza and Sikandra are other monuments of historical importance that are worth visiting. Agra is also famous for its marble souvenirs and leather goods. The Taj Mahal complex, Kinari Bazaar, Raja Mandi Bazaar and Sadar Bazaar are the famous markets of Agra.

 

Jaipur is famous for its majestic forts, opulent palaces, sand dunes, and beautiful lakes. Hawa Mahal is one of the most impressive structures in Jaipur, built by the poet king Sawai Pratap Singh. Jal Mahal was built as an entertainment place for the kings of Jaipur; the first four floors of this structure are submerged in water, only the top floor is above water. City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Sisodia Rani ka Bagh, Jaigarh Fort are the main tourist attractions in Jaipur. Tourists can enjoy royal treatment at Jaipur palace hotels. Here you can also enjoy folk dances and music. Kalbalia and Ghoomar are the famous folk dance forms of Rajasthan.

 

A Delhi-Agra-Jaipur Nexus Tour is a must for any tourist visiting India. Special tour packages are offered for the Golden Triangle. These three cities are connected by air, rail and road.

 

Amit Kumar has a keen interest in writing informative articles on travel and tourism in India. He also gave his words to a Rajasthan cab portal where you can find information about Delhi Agra Jaipur Tours and the best Golden Triangle Tour packages.