Delhi
One of the most fascinating aspects of Delhi is the "visibility"
of its historic past. Were it not for the demands of urbanization, large
portions of the city could well be earmarked as archaeological parks. This
is because the rulers of successive dynasties between the 13th and the 17th
centuries established seven cities in different parts of Delhi. A
chronological review of these cities fortunately also serves as a suitable
itinerary for tourists and highlights the important monuments amongst the
1300 officially listed.
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Jaipur
Jaipur is as remarkable for its marvellous architecture and town planning as
it is for the lively spirit of the people who inhabit it. The city presents
a unique synthesis of culture that has to be experienced in order to be
appreciated.
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Mathura
It lies at the heart that the young Krishna was nurtured. The little towns
and hamlets in this area still alive with the tales of his mischievous
pranks, his extraordinary exploits and still seem to echo with the sound of
his flute. An ancient habitation, mathura's strategic location ensured its
position as a center of trade and a meeting point of cultures, a major city
during the time of the Buddha ( 5th century BC) it became the eastern
capital of the Kushan emperor Kanishka,. Mathura continued to be a center of
power during the enlightened rule of emperor Ashoka (3rd centre BC) and up
to the Gupta era (4th century AD) .
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Khajuraho
The temples of Khajuraho are India's unique gift to the world, representing,
as they do, a paean to life, to love, to joy; perfect in execution and
sublime in expression. Life, in every form and mood, has been capured in
stone, testifying not only to the craftsman's artistry but also to the
extraordinary breadth of vision of the Chandela Rajputs under whose rule the
temples were conceived and constructed.
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Varanasi
Varanasi, or Benaras, is one of the oldest living cities in the world.
Varanasi's prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrivalled. Mark
Twain, the English author and literature, who was enthralled by the legend
and sanctity of Banaras, once wrote: "Benaras is older than history,
older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all
of them put together".
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Haridwar
Haridwar is also famous by the names of gangadwar, Mokshadwar, Tapovan and
Mayapuri. It is at Haridwar that the Ganga finaly energes into the northern
plains. The Kumbh and the Ardh Kumbh melas also take place here every 12 th
& 6th year.
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Rishikesh
Rishikesh, also known as the 'place of sages' is Haridwar, at the confluence
of the Chandrabhaga and Ganga. It is believed that God by the name of
'Hrishikesh' had appeared as an answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi
and henceforth the place derived its name.
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Dehradun
Nestled in the mountain of the Himalaya, Dehradun in one of the odlest
cities of India. Also known as the Abode of Drona , Dehradun has always been
an important centre of the Garhwal rulers which was captured by the British
. the headuarters of many National Institute like ONGC , Servey of India ,
I.I.P. etc. are located in the city . Dehradun has a string of premier
educational institutes like the forest Research Institute, Rashtriya Indian
Military College and the Indian Milirary Academy.
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Lucknow
Lucknow is a city synonymous with the Nawabi Culture. The imperialistic
splendor and magnificence of the Nawabi Era has been glorified and eulogized
down the ages by writers, poets and historians alike.
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Gwalior
The ancient capital of Gwalior is steeped in the splendour of its past. A
multitude of regning dynasties, of the great Rajput clans of the Pratiharas.
Kachwahas and Tomars have left indelible etching of their rule in this city
of palaces, temples and monuments. The magnificent momentoes of a glorious
past have been preserved with care, giving Gwalior a unique and timeless
appeal.
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Sikandra
Welcome to Sikandra, a supurb of Agra, only 13 km. from the Agra Fort, the
last resting place of the Mughal emperor Akbar. Akbar was the greatest of
the Mughal emperors and one of the most secular minded royalties of his
time. He was the heir to a long tradition of oriental refinement, a great
patron of the arts, literature, philosophy and science.
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