With diverse cultures, history, and beautiful landscapes, India is indeed a heaven for travelers and holds a plethora of experiences. Discover the Golden Triangle- a popular route that is impossible to overlook if you want to explore this wonderful country to the full. With its gems being Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, the Golden Triangle tour offers tourists the best of the historical, architectural and cultural sights. Welcome to Discovery Prime Tours – the premier choice for exploring India’s most popular tourism destinations.
Delhi – The Historical Heartbeat
Start your journey in Delhi – a fascinating capital boasting an impressive contrast of the old and the new. India’s capital city, Delhi is a historical city where Mughal structures can be seen standing next to Britain’s architectural gems as well as skyscrapers. Something you need to explore:
- Red Fort: Situated in Delhi and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Red Fort boasts of massive walls made of red sandstone and has an aura of the grandeur of the Mughal empire emanating from it.
- Jama Masjid: Jama Masjid is one of the biggest and oldest mosques in India, situated in the middle of the busy markets of Old Delhi.
- Raj Ghat: A beautiful shrine dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, beautiful gardens and great for a moment of quiet contemplation.
- Qutub Minar: Another World Heritage Site is this 73-meter high tower, which beautifully demonstrates the works of the ancient Indian masons.
- Humayun’s Tomb: This marvellous tomb or mausoleum – the precursor of the Taj Mahal – is an interesting amalgam of Persian-Indian architectural styles.
- India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan: Enjoy these architectural marvels that are landmark buildings depicting the glory of British colonial architecture. India gate is war memorial in New Delhi, similarly Rashtrapati Bhavan is also in New Delhi but is the residence of the president of India.
- Lotus Temple: This Bahá’i House of Worship is known for its carefully flower-like form in architecture. It is a classic example of contemporary architecture promoting peace and harmony.
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Agra – The City of Eternal Love
Visit a city that is widely associated with love and a dwelling place of one of the Seven Wonders of the World – Taj Mahal. Discover the Golden Triangle with the best travel agency in India. Key attractions include:
- Taj Mahal: The beautiful white marble tomb, a monument of love sitting on the green land in Agra. It was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Still, it is more beautiful in the morning or in the evening when the sky is orange and all the stones of the Taj Mahal are golden.
- Agra Fort: A large fort constructed out of red sandstone and a world heritage site. Agra Fort balances both the military strength and arts and architecture. Wander through its grand halls, palaces, and mosques.
- Fatehpur Sikri: On the way to Jaipur, visit this city which is a World Heritage Site. It was the capital of the Mughal Empire in 1639. Its architectural landmarks such as the Buland Darwaza and the Panch Mahal. These are constructed from red sand stone, which is in splendid condition.
- Mehtab Bagh: Located on the opposite side of the Yamuna River, this garden complex is a breathtaking site for seeing the Taj Mahal. This is the right place and perfect timing for photography lovers.
- Itimad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb: Known as the ‘Baby Taj,’ this tomb is a red sandstone mausoleum with intricate white marble carvings. It was constructed before the Taj Mahal and is an iconic example of Mughal style.
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Jaipur – The Pink City
End your trip in Jaipur, the capital city of the colorful, and fascinating state of Rajasthan which is famous for its palaces and forts. Let Discovery Prime Tours take you to discover the beauty of the recently branded as the Golden Triangle. Highlights include:
- Amber Fort: You can reach this fort on the back of an elephant or in a jeep. Visit its palaces and courtyards and wander through the gardens. Witness the stunning views of the surrounding hills and the Maota Lake.
- City Palace: A beautiful combination of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture in the form of various yards, gardens, and structures. The City Palace also possesses a museum having a large number of royal treasures.
- Hawa Mahal: One of the city’s most photographed buildings, the pink sandstone Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds. This was built to enable royal ladies to watch cultural ceremonies on the street below without being observed.
- Jantar Mantar: This site is one of the World Heritages recognized by UNESCO. The site features some large stone instruments which can be used to calculate the positions of stars among other celestial objects.
- Nahargarh Fort: This fort is a great place where one can view the sunset. Simultaneously, you can also enjoy the glimpse of the defensive structures that were used in the design of Jaipur.
- Jaigarh Fort: Famous for hosting the largest wheel-based cannon dubbed Jaivana and for the breathtaking views over the Amber Fort and beyond.
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Why Choose Discovery Prime Tours?
Choose Discovery Prime Tours to discover the Golden Triangle. Welcome, with us you are not only a tourist, but our guest. We offer services, guides, and the plans tailored to help you get the most of India. From the crowded markets of New Delhi to the monuments of Mughals and palaces of Rajasthan we take you to the core of India. This can be the best family holiday packages in India.
We consider ourself culturally orientated travel agency. We at Discovery Prime Tours gives you a chance to get to know the local people and their customs. This is why our committed team always work with passion. We want to make every moment of your journey a memorable one either through history, discover secret places.
Join us on this unique journey through the Golden Triangle, every place tells a different story of ancient India. Every part of the journey that you will take with Discovery Prime Tours is carefully arranged so that you can have a great time.
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