Places Around Taj Mahal
Agra
Agra
is famous as being home to one of the seven wonders of the world-the Taj Mahal.
The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a
vivid remainder of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder
of the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries.
Jaipur
Jaipur is 260 km from Delhi and 240 km from Agra and forms the most chosen tourism
golden triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. It a bustling capital city and a
business centre with all the trapping of modern metropolis but yet flavoured
strongly with an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a traveller.
Bharatpur
Bharatpur - The Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan, was founded by Maharaja Suraj
Mal in 1733 AD, it was once an impregnable well fortified city, carved out of
the region formerly known as Mewat. The trio of Bharatpur, Deeg and Dholpur
has played an important part in the history of Rajasthan.
Ranthambore
Lying on the main Delhi Mumbai railway line Sawai Madhopur is the gateway to
the world renowned Ranthambhar National Park-the famous tigers reserve, just
12 km away from here.
Ranthambhor has been a witness to the rise and fall of many rulers and a series
of battle scenes.
Sariska
The picturesque Siliserh Lake lies along the edge of the Sariska Tiger Reserve
and a charming hunting lodge overlooking it, is a marvelous place for visitors
to stay.
The dry Deciduous forests of the ancient Aravalli range, are excellent tiger
country and Sariska, was once the royal reserve of the rulers of Alwar'. Declared
a sanctuary in 1955, it became a Tiger Reserve in 1979 under Project Tiger.
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".
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.
Jaisalmer
Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of
Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands with all its
awesome splendor, dominating the amber-hued city.
The city has an interesting legend associated with it, according to which, lord
Krishna- the head of Yadav clan foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent of
the Yadav clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill, His prophecy was
fulfilled in 1156AD.
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.
Jodhpur
A valiant sentinel in the desert, on the eastern fringe of the Thar desert has
the distinction of neither being a part of the Thar desert nor out of it.
At best it is a doorway to the wonderland of sand dunes and shrubs, rocky terrain
and thorny trees. The home of the Rathroes - the awesome princely state of Rajasthan.
They conquered Marwar or Maroodesh, land of the sand after the fall of Delhi
and Kannauj.
Udaipur
The city of Udaipur is a lovely land around the Azure water lakes hemmed in
by the lush hills of the Aravails.
A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend
of sights sounds and experience-an inspiration for the imagination of poets,
painters and writen.
Bikaner
The royal fortified city with a timeless appeal. Lying in the north of the Desert
State, the city is dotted with many sand dunes.
Bikaner retains the medieval splendor that pervades the city's lifestyle More
popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding
camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life here.
Be it pulling heavy carts, transporting grains or working on wells. Camels are
the prime helpers.
Samode
Hidden among the scrubby Aravalli Hills, SAMODE , on the outskirts of Shekhawati,
is notable for its impeccably restored eighteenth-century palace , which became
famous in the 1980s as the setting for the hit Raj-romance movie The Far Pavilions
. It's possible to come here on a day-trip from Jaipur, 42km southeast, but
if your budget can stretch to it, spend a night in one of the palace's uncompromisingly
romantic rooms, plastered with murals and filled with antiques and ornate stonework.
Nonresidents have to shell out a hefty Rs100 to visit, but it's worth it just
to see the beautiful Sheesh Mahal , or Hall of Mirrors, on the south side of
the building.
Shekhawati
The area of Shekhawati covers several villages and towns in north eastern Rajasthan,
which can be approached from Bikaner, Jaipur, and Delhi and comprises the Sikar
and Jhunijhunu districts. Small towns dot these two districts and contain within
themselves some of the most elaborate havelis, stepwells, and temples. When
you travel around this region, you stumble across some truly marvelous treasures.
Neemrana
Neemrana became the third capital of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan III,
who was killed in battle by Mohammad Ghori in 1192 AD.
This picturesque site was chosen by Raja Rajdeo and Neemrana derived its name
from a brave local chieftain Nimola Meo, who when defeated by the Chauhans,
pleaded that his name be given to his lost kingdom.
Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore)
Lying on the main
Delhi Mumbai railway line Sawai Madhopur is the gateway to the world renowned
Ranthambhar National Park-the famous tigers reserve, just 12 km away from here.
Bandhavgarh
This is a small National Park; compact, yet full of game. The density of the
tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. This is also
white Tiger country. These have been found in the old state of Rewa for many
years. The last known was captured by maharaja Martand Singh in 1951 . This
White tiger , Mohun, is now stuffed and on display in the Palace of the Mahrahahs
of Rewa.
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