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Delhi is the ideal place to start your exploration of
northern India. The Tomar king, Anangpal, was the founder of the first
city of Delhi.
Delhi was ruled by a series of
muslim dynasties, each of whom imparted a different artistic style
to the city - Khiljis, Tughlaqs, Sayyeds and Lodhis. Shahjahan, the
famous mughal emperor, made Delhi his capital and embellished it.The
capital of India and a city of fascinating contrasts, Delhi's
monuments and structures take you through the centuries past seven
older cities that existed here. So go sight seeing -Qutub Minar, the
tall victory tower built in 1199, the splendid. Red Fort and the
majestic Jama Masjid with its striped domes and tall minarets. Other
architectural delights include the Humayun's Tomb, the Jantar
Mantar, the Purana Qila and the magnificent government complex
on Raisina Hill the Rashtrapati Bhavan framed
by the Secretariats and the circular Parliament
House.
Delhi is a marvellous place for shopping. So visit its hustling
bazaars and don't forget to have a taste of the best of Indian
cuisine at its fine restaurants.
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Summer = 30 to 45 degree celcius
Winter = 25 to 5 degree
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Jaipur- Known as the Pink City, Jaipur's buildings have a pink
tinge to them, being built of the local sandstone. Built by Jai
Singh II, it is now one of the world's major gem centres. Places of
interest are the city palace or Chandra Mahal - Converted as a
Museum, Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds),Jantar Mantar - The Royal
Observatory built by the Maharaja Jai Singh.
Excursion to
Amber fort (The Massive citadel on the hill) Highlighted by an
elephant ride upto the entrance of the fort. The fort is a living
example of the grandeur and majesty of the Rajput Kings.
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Summer = 45 to 25 degree celcius
Winter = 22 to 8 degree
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Jaismaler a land of "Havelis", its rulers were known for their
valour, their beautiful havelis and glorious temples for close to
ten centuries Jaisalmer has assumed the air of a virtual art museum.
Places of interest are Jaisalmer fort - which house royal apartments
and a palace as well as the famous Jain temples. Gadisar lake - A
rain water lake, a picinic spot ideal for boating, havelis -
intricately latticed with conspicuous facades.
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Summer = 25 to 41 degree celcius
Winter = 23 to 9 degree
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