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North India
Destinations
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| Agra |
| Agra is the most famous one for the Taj
Mahal which is one of the most famous tourist attractions
in the world. It boasts the eternal love of Shah Jahan
for his beloved wife Mumtaz. Million of tourists all across
the world visit this city to see the architectural beauty
of this fantastic monument.
Tajmahal
This is the world famous monument of love, and also
one of the 7 wonders of the modern world. This masterpiece
of art was made by Shahjahan in the memory of her beloved
wife Noorjahan.
Agra Fort
This is the red stone immense
structure, overlooking the Taj.
Fatehpur Sikri
It is the famous ghost town, which Akbar envisioned
as capital of his Mughal Kingdom.
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| Sikandra |
| It is the final resting place of the greatest
of all Mughal kings Akbar. |
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| Mathura & Vrindavan |
| They are related to the birth place of
Lord Krishna. |
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| Amritsar |
| Golden Temple |
| Also called Sri Har Mandir Sahib, it is
acclaimed as one of the holiest sites of the Sikhs. |
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| Jalianwala Bagh |
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Located very close to the Golden Temple, this Bagh
bears testimony to the Massacre undertaken by General
Dyer at the time of British rule
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| Durgiana
Mandir |
| This temple, which is modelled in the style
of the Golden Temple, is dedicated to the Hindu goddess
Durga. |
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| Baba Atal Rai Tower |
| Not far from the Amritsar town
lays this tower, which is believed to be the final resting
place where Guru Har Gobind died. |
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| Wagah Border |
| This is the actual Line of Control of India-Pakistan,
and is most famous for the 'change of guard's ceremony',
performed everyday at sunset |
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| Bikaner |
| Bikaner holds a secondary rank amongst
the principalities of Rajputana. It is an offset of Marwar,
its princes being scions of the house of Jodha, who established
themselves by conquest on the northern frontier of the
parent state and its position, in the heart of the desert,
has contributed to the maintenance of their independence |
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| Lal
Garh Palace |
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This is an architectural masterpiece in red sandstone.
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| Junagarh |
| This fort is a formidable structure encircled
by a moat and has some beautiful palaces. |
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| Camel Research Farm |
| This is a Camel breeding farm managed by
the Indian government.
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| Bhandasar Jain Temple |
| Beautiful 16th century A.D. Jain temple
dedicated to the 13th Tirthankar |
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| Bundi |
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Taragarh Fort
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| This fort is one of the most impressive
forts of Rajasthan. |
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| The Palace |
| This magnificent edifice is a fine example
of the Rajput architecture.
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| Rattan Daulat |
| It is a very interesting structure forming
a stable for nine horses and a Hatia Pol.
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| Chitrashala |
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A fascinating pavilion and a gallery of miniature murals
embellish the palace.
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| Bhandasar Jain Temple |
| It is 46 m. deep stepped dwell with some
superb carvings on its pillars |
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