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columns, grand
MOTI MASJID BHOPAL
chandeliers, rich
Persian carpets,
flying nymphs on the ceiling, Belgium stained glass windows, Greek
mythological reliefs, Italian style wall paintings, and stuffed leopards
and tigers. Later, visit Kanch ka Mandir, a Jain temple built entirely
out of glass. The walls, ceiling, floor, pillars, doors are entirely inlaid
with glass. Later, take a stroll in the local markets adjacent to the
temple. Overnight in Indore.
Day 09 Indore - Bhopal (225 Kms / 5 Hrs )
This morning, leave for Bhopal. This city is known for its great
scenic beauty and is dotted with lakes. Post lunch, visit the
magnificent Moti Masjid, built by Qudsia Begum's daughter
Sikander Jahan in 1860 A.D. It is identical in style to the Jama Masjid
of Delhi. The two dark red minarets covered by golden spikes add to
the grandeur of this beautiful masjid. Later, visit the Archeological
Museum that contains paintings from various schools of art.
Overnight in Bhopal.
Day 10 Bhopal - Sanchi -
Bhopal ( 46 kms / 1 Hrs ) and
Bhopal -Agra
Today after an early breakfast,
leave for an excursion to Udaigiri;
here you will see magnificent
caves with fine examples of art
from the Gupta period. You will
UDAIGIRI CAVES
also visit the
renowned
Sanchi Stupa. This dome shaped building has
panels that are carved with drawings that depict
the life of Buddha. You will also find Brahmi
script carved at different places in the stupa.
The stupas of Sanchi have been recognized as
world heritage site by UNESCO. Return to
Bhopal in time to board your train to Agra.
SANCHI STUPA
Day 11 Agra
This morning, visit the Taj Mahal ...one of the
most graceful and extravagant monuments in the world. A symbol
of the devotion of Emperor Shah Jehan for his beloved queen
Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj is a befitting tribute to love. A pure white
marble structure, Taj acquires different shades at different times of
the day and with changing seasons. The soft pink color of the dawn
and fiery shade that it acquires at dusk are bewitching. It took 22
years to complete this edifice with its intricate domes, delicate
screens and stunning marble inlay work. Later, visit Agra Fort. This
is a 16th century Mughal fortress built in red sandstone and
comprises many fairy tale
palaces. Also visit Itimad Ud TAJ MAHAL
Daulah; this is a mausoleum
commissioned by the Mughal
Empress Noor Jehan for her
father. Overnight in Agra.
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Day 12 Agra - Jaipur ( 250 Kms/ 5 Hrs )
Today, leave for Jaipur. En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri, followed by
lunch. Built by the emperor Akbar about 35 kms from Agra,
Fatehpur Sikri had to be abandoned due to shortage of water. It is
the best example of the amalgamation of Hindu and Muslim
architecture. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti enshrines the burial
place of the Sufi saint who lived a religious life here. Overnight in
Jaipur.
Day 13 Jaipur
This morning, explore the 'Pink City' of Jaipur. Visit the famous
Amber Fort, set in picturesque and
rugged hills. It is a fascinating blend of
Hindu and Mughal architecture. The fort
is made in red sand stone and white
marble. Prominent structures inside are
the Diwan-i-Aam, adorned with latticed
galleries, the Ganesh Pol with a beautiful
painted image of Lord Ganesh, and the
stunning Sheesh Mahal, a hall decorated
with thousands of tiny mirrors. The best
way to explore the fort is to ride up to it
on elephant back! Post Lunch you will
visit the City Palace; which is a palace
complex built by Maharaja Sawai Jai
Singh. Many of the rooms have been
turned into museums and galleries
allowing visitors to catch a glimpse of
Rajasthan's regal
CITY PALACE
CITY PALACE
past. Visit the City Palace…the architecture is a
synthesis of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. The
museums here showcase rare and ancient
manuscripts, arms dating back to the 15th
century, and costumes of erstwhile royalty.
Visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory,
comprising fourteen major geometric devices
for measuring time and determining celestial
altitudes. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 14 Jaipur - Delhi ( 250 Kms / 5 Hrs )
After an early breakfast, leave for Delhi. On arrival, have lunch in
the city and afterwards explore Old Delhi. Take a rickshaw ride
around Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi. Noisy,
chaotic and uniquely Indian, it is famous for its varied shops,
restaurants and confectioners. Next, drive past the Red Fort,
Rashtrapati Bhavan and several other colonial government
buildings in Edwin Lutyen's Delhi. Later, explore India Gate, one of
the largest war memorials in India. Designed by Edward Lutyens, it
commemorates the thousands of soldiers that lost their lives during
the First World War. Later
you will head to the airport
airport for your onward
destination.