Golden Triangle Tour India : Your Own Travel Guide

The one Indian place tourists all over the world die to visit at any cost is Agra, the historical city. Taj Mahal, the architectural beauty on earth with its romantic background and one of the Seven Wonders of the World is in Agra.It is symbol of true Love. Asia is famous for golden triangle tours in India. Without this visit your visit to Asia is almost incomplete. Various India tour package will provide an itineary with these places. It includes 3 major cities of historical importance Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Hence it is called golden triangle.

The Golden Triangle tours lets you to explore the county capital of Indian Republic, revealing you its glorious past with its historical buildings and monuments. The city is also considered as the haven for the shoppers and the food lovers. Further, this voyage knocks the doors of Agra, nestled on the banks of the River Yamuna. This medieval town showcases its magnificence with its prime attractions such as Agra Fort, Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri, which are also popular for being acknowledged as UNESCO listed sites. Further the tour package will land you up in the royal state of Rajasthan in its spectacular city, fondly called as the Pink City.  You will be having a great time. Marvelous heritage sites, delicious foods, beautiful sceneries, cheap shopping experience and other attractive aspects of golden triangle tour assure you fun-packed opportunities.

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Come Celebrate Janmashtami, the birth of Lord Krishna at Gokul

Like every year my office was closed for Janmashtami celebration. After completing all the household work I took out last year’s photographs of Janmashtami celebration. Last year we were present in Gokul during the celebration of this holy festival. Every year large scale celebration of Gokulashtami is arranged by the people of Gokul and Mathura. Before I move forward with my blog let me briefly tell what Janmashtami is all about? Janmashtami is popularly also known as Gokulashtami or Krishnashtami marks the birth of Krishna. According to the mythological tales Lord Krishna was born in Mathura and the same night were brought Gokul by their father.

Krishna was born in the Hindu month of Shravana, on the eight day of the dark fortnight and for this reason Janmashtami falls between mid of august to mid of September. On this occasion exciting Janmashtami celebrations take place in Gokul. The festival is celebrated for two days in Gokul. Since Lord Krishan is believed to be born at the midnight, various Hindu sects celebrate the festival on the first while the other on the second. Even the famous ISKCON celebrates Janmashtami on the second day.

After spending one Janmashtami at Gokul I can very well say the atypical Janmashtami day at Gokul starts with ringing of bells and blowing of conches at the temple along with a full day Janmashtami Pooja. Later various cultural and religious events are organized. Some people observe fast, while the other enjoys delectable delicacies on this special day. The followers assemble in long bee-lines at the popular temples like Balkrishna and Dwarika Nath. It is a common sight to see people chanting Sanskrit mantras and Bhajans in praise of Lord Krishna till midnight.

At the stroke of midnight, the idol of Laddu Gopal (infant Krishna) is bathed with water, curd, buttermilk and honey. After the bath the final Pooja is performed followed by be seated Laddu Gopal in a silver cradle for the whole night. After singing Janmashtami related songs and devotional songs, food or the bhog is placed before the lord. Next day after worshipping lord Krishna people have the same food offered to the lord. At this festival there is a special demand for sweets made from milk and milk products and some people also prepared butter traditionally at home and then offer it to God.

Another major highlight of Janmashtami celebration in Gokul are the beautiful ‘jhankis’ (Tableau) and cribs, depicting various events of Lord Krishna’s childhood. In terms of Janmashtami these jhankis can be understood as a miniature representation of a village made from clay and humans are represented by the by dolls dressed up as kids.      

The five commonly depicted scenes in Jhankis are Birth of Lord Krishna, Vasudev carrying Baby Krishna across river Yamuna, exchange of Lord Krishna with the baby girl, King Kansa killing the Baby girl, Baby Krishna in a cradle in Gokul, Killing of King Kansa, Killing of Kaliya Serpent, Lifting of Govardhan Hill etc. 

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Golden Triangle Tour: Classic Introduction To India

For the first time visitors in India, the Golden triangle tour is the best to explore the best of the subcontinent. The tour includes destinations such as Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. This is probably the best tour to begin with, in the course of exploring the rich cultural heritage of India. Thus, these three cities are famed for architectural brilliance, history, glory and grandeur.

Destinations:

Delhi: The Capital City is one of the sought-after destinations of the travelers in India. Apart from historical, religious and cultural sites, Delhi is popular for its colorful markets and mix of lifestyles. The guests can clearly experience the blend of new and old. The list goes unending when it comes to list the attractions, shopping hubs, eating joints, nightlife hot spots, etc. In simple words, Delhi is one of the colorful states of India.

#Must See: Red Fort, India Gate, Chandni Chowk, Jam Masjid, Jantar-Mantar, Kutub Minar, Akshardham Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Bahai Temple, etc.

Agra: The Taj City has attracted tourists from all across India and abroad. The city clearly reflects the Mughal influence in the city. Tour to Taj Mahal is the most obvious and prior thing that any visitors would consider. The Taj Mahal, the epitome of eternal love has attracted tourists with its architectural brilliance. Thus, this is one of the masterpieces amongst other monuments constructed according to the Mughal style of architecture. The colorful markets also win the hearts of shopaholics.

#Must See: Taj Mahal, Agra Red Fort, Fatehpur Sikri.

Jaipur: The Pink City has its own charm and element of royalty that attract tourists from far flung regions to visit. The historical attractions and the hotels also instill the element of royalty and lavishness to the trip. The city is also popular for featuring gardens and parks, marvelous heritage hotels, attractive monuments, cheerful people and ambling camels. The city also has abundant to amaze the shopaholics and foodies.

#Must See: City Palace, Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar-Mantar, etc.

In India, there are numerous tour operators that are acknowledged to provide individual Taj Mahal Agra tour or as Golden Triangle Tour that includes visits to the attractions of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. These cities are also praised for offering excellent accommodation backed with modern facilities and services.

Contributed by:- Neelam Talreja

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Tomb of Akbar the Great Tourist place in Agra

The Tomb of Akbar the Great is an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, It built 1605-1613, set in 48 Ha (119 acres) of grounds in Sikandra.It is located at Sikandra, in the suburbs of Agra, on the Mathura road (NH2), 8 km west-northwest of the city center. About 1 km away from the tomb,

After the death of Akbar in 1605, the tomb was completed by his son Jahangir in 1613. A huge arched gateway that is decorated with calligraphic inscriptions on the white marble, leads to the tomb.The third Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great (1555–1605), himself commenced its construction in around 1600, according to Tartary tradition to commence the construction of one's tomb during one's lifetime. Akbar himself planned his own tomb and selected a suitable site for it. After his death, Akbar's son Jahangir completed the construction in 1605-1613. Akbar was one of the greatest emperors of his time.

On entering the gate, tourists can see a formal garden, which is built in the charbagh style. In the heart of this garden stands the tomb of Akbar, which is made of red sandstone. This tomb has three-storeyed red sandstone minarets on the four corners of the building, which display inlay work.

The buildings are constructed mainly from a deep red sandstone, enriched with features in white marble. Decorated inlaid panels of these materials and a black slate adorn the tomb and the main gatehouse. Panel designs are geometric, floral and calligraphic, and prefigure the more complex and subtle designs later incorporated in Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb.

The south gate is the largest, with four white marble chhatri-topped minarets which are similar to (and pre-date) those of the Taj Mahal, and is the normal point of entry to the tomb. The tomb itself is surrounded by a walled enclosure 105 m square. The tomb building is a four-tiered pyramid, surmounted by a marble pavilion containing the false tomb. The true tomb, as in other mausoleums, is in the basement.

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Radisson Blu 5 Star Luxury Hotel Agra

Radisson Blu Hotel is a great choice for any trip to Agra palace. The hotel is about a 15 minute walk from the east gate of the Taj Mahal and really it is a comfortable stay. this hotels is great value for money, What more do you need from a hotel when you spend the whole day out sightseeing?

Location
Radisson Blu Hotel is located in the heart of the business and leisure boundaries of Agra and offers convenient commutation to major travel sites. Some of them are Taj mahal (1km), Agra Fort (3km), Itmad-ud-Daulah (4km), Fatehpur Sikri (45km), Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (53km), Mathura (28km) and Sadar Bazar (5km).

Agra Local Bus Stand- 3km (approx.)
Agra Cantonment Railway station- 8km (approx.)
Agra Fort Railway station- 6km (approx.)
Kheria airport- 10km (approx.)

Rooms
There are 140 rooms with six categories, Superior Rooms, Deluxe Bay Rooms, Deluxe Pool View Room, Business Class Rooms, Executive Suites and Radisson Suite to offer sound sleep. The Rooms are stylish, well-appointed rooms with bedside table, wooden bed head and moveable work desk with chair.

They all come with huge bathrooms and modern shower facilities. Residents get access to LCD TV, Dual-line telephone, direct national and International dialing and High-speed, wireless Internet.

Total Rooms  : 140
Floors  : 4

The 24 hours coffee Shop, Liquid Lounge-The Bar, Tea lounge, Pool Side Bar, 24 hours in room dining, Club Lounge Services and recently launched Nawabi Cuisine Specialty Restaurant- Daawat-E-Nawab. Radisson Hotel Agra, Taj East Gate Road also creates outstanding, unique events of relaxed elegance, style and perfection.

Its meeting rooms provide more than 5,500 square feet of space ideal for corporate business meetings, board meetings, social events or private dinners for up to 500 guests along with 32000 Sq. 

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Same Day Trip to Agra by Train

The Taj Mahal is widely considered one of the most beautiful buildings ever created. The exquisite marble structure in Agra, India, is a mausoleum, an enduring monument to the love of a husband for his favorite wife.

Duration: 01 Day
Destinations: Delhi - Agra - Delhi

Tour to taj mahal by train

The monuments you will visit are as follows :-

Taj Mahal : The Taj Mahal, the world-renowned monument to love “wonder of the world” beautifully crafted with white marble world famous is a mausoleum located in Agra,
Taj is known for the finest example of Mughal architecture with a style that combines elements from Turskish, Islamic and Persian.

Sikandra (Akbar`s Tomb): Akbar`s mausoleum lies here. It is a combination of Hindu, Muslim, and Persian Architecture

Agra Fort: Agra Fort is an Unesco World Heritage site built alongside the Yamuna river located in Agra. It is about 2.5 km northwest of its more famous sister monument, the Taj Mahal. The fort can be more accurately described as a walled city.

Fatehpur Sikri : Fatehpur Sikri is a city and a municipal board in Agra district in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. The city was founded in 1569 by the Mughal emperor Akbar, and served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585. The finest monuments within this area are the Diwan-i-Khas Diwan-i-Am, , Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza, meena Bazar and the tomb of Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti, the Jama mosque.. Fatehpur Sikri is the best example of the culmination of Hindu and Muslim architecture.

Train information: 
Shatabdi Express: New Delhi - Agra (0600hrs/0800hrs), Agra - Delhi (0820hrs/2230hrs)

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Top 10 Most Interesting Facts About Taj Mahal Agra?

1. Taj Mahal appears pink in the morning, white in the day and changes its color to golden in the moon light.it is the symbol of true love.

A view of Taj Mahal

2. The pillars surrounding Taj Mahal are slightly tilted outwards so that in the event of an earthquake they will fall away from the tomb.

3. An identical Taj Mahal was supposed to be built in black marble instead of white. The base of it can still be seen across the river.It became tourist place in India.

4. Over 1,000 elephant were used to transport building materials during the construction.

5. The Taj Mahal in India is perfectly symmetrical, except for one thing. The two tombs inside are not equal in size. This is because the male tomb has to be larger than the female tomb.

6. In all, 28 types of precious and semi-precious stones were inlaid into the white marble.

7. It took 22 years and 22,000 people to complete the Taj Mahal.

A view of  beautiful Taj Mahal

8. Emperor ordered to chop off the hands of the workers who had constructed the Taj Mahal so no one could make anything like it.

9. The Taj Mahal costs in today’s money about US $100 million.

10. Twenty thousand workers were employed for the construction work of the Taj Mahal.

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