DELHI TOUR
Delhi is situated on the banks of river Yamuna in the northern part of
India. Once a part of the Aravalies, today Delhi has only the Ridge area to
tell the story of the greenery this place once had. Himalayas are in the
North of Delhi.
The
capital of India is a land locked city. The distance from the sea gives
Delhi an extreme type of continental climate. The summers in Delhi are very
hot and winters very cold. The temperature range varies from 45 degrees in
summers to 4 degrees in winters. The winters are marked by mist and fog in
the mornings and often sun is seen in the afternoons. The cold wave from the
Himalayan region makes winters very chilly. In summers the heat wave is
immense and adequate precaution has to be taken before going out in the hot
summer afternoons.
The best season to visit Delhi is During the spring seasons of February to
April and August to November. The bloom season of February and March make
Delhi colourful. This time of the year brings greenery on the face of Delhi.
FORTS
AND MONUMENTS IN DELHI
Humayun's
Tomb -
Built by the wife of Humayun, Haji Begum in the mid 16th
century, this red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor
of Taj Mahal. The structure is one of the best example of Mughal
Architecture. Humayun's wife is also buried in the red and white
Old Fort -
It is believed that the Pandavas had built their capital, Indraprastha at
the place where the old fort stands today. This fort, now in ruins, was the
seat for administration for many emperors. The legendary Prithviraj Chauhan
ruled from here till he was defeated by Abdali in the battle of Panipat. A
new light & sound show is held by the Department of Delhi Tourism every
evening. Timings and Tickets are available from the tourist office.
Safdarjung Tomb -
The Safdarjang tomb is besides the of Safdarjang airport. This tomb was
built by the Nawab of Avadh for his father. The structure is one of the
finest example of architecture of its time and tells a saga of the last
remnants of a dying empire.
Jantar Mantar -
Few minutes walk from Connaught Place is is a strange collection of solomon
coloured structures. These were built by Maharaja Jai Singh and is actually
an observatory. Though not as large as its compatriot in Jaipur Jantar
Mantar at Delhi also an attraction for the tourists. The astonishing part of
these observatories is that they can calculate many astronomical movements
very accurately.
Red Fort -
Built
in Red Sand stone this imposing fort is 3 kms in perimeter with the height
of the wall varying from 18 to 30 meters at places. When the Red fort was
being built Yamuna used to flow on its one sides and there were deep moats
on the other. Today Yamuna flows almost a kilometer away from the fort and
the moats have dried up. In the evening the Delhi Tourism organises a light
and sound show which narrates the history of Delhi in context of the Red
Fort. The Lahore gate, the main entrance, has some emotions and sentiments
attached with the Indian independence as the Tricolour flutters on the top
of this gate. On 15th August the Indian Prime minister addresses the nation
from here. As soon one enters in the fort from the Lahore gate There is a
small Bazzar, here all kinds of items are available. This Shopping arcade
was known as the Mina Bazzar and was open only to women on Thursdays's
during the Mughal era.
The arcade leads to the Naubat Khana or the drum house where the Musicians
used to play drums on the arrival of Emperors or princes. Just above the
Naubat Khana is the Indian war memorial museum which has a rich collection
of armours, guns, swords, and other items related to war. The Dewan-i-Am or
the place of public hearing had a wall paneled with marble in laid with
precious stone which were removed during the mutiny of 1857. The
Dewan-i-Khas or the place for special hearing was the area where the emperor
used to hold meetings with his ministers. Next to Dewan-i-Khas are the royal
baths or the Hammams and Shahi Burj which are closed for public viewing. The
white marbled Moti Masjid or the pearl mosque was the private mosque for
Aurangzeb.
Qutab Minar -
In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a victory tower or as a
minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32 mtrs. it tapers to 2.75
mtrs. at a height of 72.5 mtrs. It is still the highest stone tower in
India, one of the finest stone tower in India, one of the finest Islamic
structures ever raised and Delhi's recognised landmark. It was completed by
the Sultan's successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish. The tomb of Iltutmish,
which he himself built in 1235, is nearby, Its interiors are profusely
decorated with calligraphy, though the dome has collapsed.
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Delhi Tour Package With EXTN. Mussoorie, Rishikesh &
Corbett
Here
is a package that lets you experience the best of what Uttarakhand and the
Himalayas have to offer: the romantic hill stations of Mussoorie and
Nainital that ooze Raj nostalgia; the pilgrim town of Haridwar where the
holy Ganga River leaves the mountains (its parents) and enters the plains
(its in-laws) topped off with a wild safari adventure in Corbett,
undisputedly one of the finest wildlife reserves in the country. Come, let's
set off on an unforgettable journey that is as diverse as it is beautiful.
Day 01 - Arrive in Delhi - Mussoorie (320kms - 7hrs)
Arrive at Delhi airport / railway station. You will meet our representative
who will escort you to your vehicle. Drive to Mussoorie, the road cuts
through stunning vistas as it snakes up the foothills of the Himalayas.
Check into your hotel. Time permitting, explore the hill station on your
own; walk down the famous Mall and maybe even take the cable car up to Gun
Hill from where you may catch a spectacular Himalayan sunset. Dinner and
overnight in your hotel in Mussoorie.
Day 02 - Mussoorie
After breakfast, set out for a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. The
second half of the day is yours to discover the charming hill resort town on
your own. Take a stroll - maybe a pony ride - down Camel Back Road which
offers stunning views of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. Dinner and
overnight in your hotel in Mussoorie.
Day 03 - Mussoorie - Haridwar (80kms - 2hrs)
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive to Haridwar. On arrival,
check into the hotel. This afternoon you will visit a few of the many holy
temples - each one rooted in cosmic legends and shrouded in divinity - that
dot the pilgrim town. In the evening visit Hari Ki Pauri and witness a fiery
Ganga River aarti puja of swirling lamps. Maybe even float a diya down the
holy river. Overnight in Haridwar.
Day 04 - Haridwar - Corbett (260kms - 7hrs)
Check
out of your hotel after breakfast and drive down to Corbett. Check into your
hotel on arrival. Time permitting, go for a bird watching stroll (on your
own) along the banks of the river on the fringe of the park. Maybe even drop
into a quaint little temple that sits pretty on a hillock marooned in the
middle of the river. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in Corbett.
Day 05 - Corbett - Nainital (90kms - 3hrs)
After early morning tea / coffee with cookies, drive to the gate of Corbett
for an early morning jeep safari through Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve. There's
no telling what surprises are in store for you inside one of the finest
wildlife parks in the country: elephants, deer, jackals... and if you are
lucky maybe even a tiger. Drive down to Nainital after lunch. Time
permitting, you may want to explore the hill resort town on your own: stroll
down the Mall or maybe even take a sunset boat cruise on its famous lake.
Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in Nainital.
Day 06 - Nainital
After breakfast, set out for a half-day city tour of Nainital. This evening
you are free to explore the city (on your own) or you can enjoy shopping at
the mall. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in Nainital.
Day 07 - Nainital - Delhi (320kms - 7hrs)
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive back to Delhi airport /
railway station. The tour ends here.
" Want to visit Delhi, the capital city of India and at
the same time enjoy the beauty
of Taj Mahal in Agra along with the
heritage forts and palaces of Jaipur.
CLICK HERE "
Delhi
Tour Package
