
Agra Travel Guide
Agra is home to the famous landmark of India, Taj Mahal. The city is the inevitable destination on the itinerary of the travelers coming to explore the different colors of India. Located on the western bank of the Yamuna, it forms part of the famous 'Golden Triangle' (Delhi-Jaipur-Agra). Apart from the world famous Taj, the city has other attractions too, which are no less important. Agra Fort, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-I-Am, Jehangir's Palace, Musamman Burj, Jama Masjid, Shish Mahal, Tomb of Itmad-ud-daulah, Akbar's Mausoleum and the Mariyam's Tomb are some of the finest examples of Mughal architecture. All these make Agra a not-to-be-missed tourism destination.
Once the capital of the Mughal Empire for a period of time, history mingles with the present in this city. The city is a perfect passport to a retreat into the grandeur and intrigues of the Mughal court.
In spite of being a city rich in history, Agra has not lagged behind in making a tryst with modernity. Today, modern convenience and luxury exist side-by-side - modern shopping malls and plazas, luxury hotels, wide avenues and a splendid choice of venues for amusement, business, sports activities, joy, education and the arts.
Jaipur Travel Guide
261 kms away from Delhi, Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan. Also known as 'Pink City', it owes its name to the famous astronomer king Sawai Jai Singh II, who founded this colorful city in 1727. It is a top travel destination in India.
Jaipur is a fine example of a harmonious blend of tradition spiced up with a modern and contemporary society. Throughout the year, visitors travel this city, which casts an alluring appeal. Jaipur is also a part of famed Golden Triangle tourist circuit of India with Delhi and Agra. Hawa Mahal or "Palace of Winds" is one of the famous landmarks of Jaipur. Spectacular setting of medieval forts such as Amer, Nahargarh, Jagarh and Moti Dungri are living testimonies of the bygone era and a reminder of their lingering romance.
Bharatpur Travel Guide
150km east of Jaipur and a mere 18km from Akbar's abandoned capital Fatehpur Sikri, Bharatpur is home to India's most famous bird sanctuary, the Keoladeo National Park Very few places in the world can boast such a profusion of wildlife in so confined an area. It is a perfect place to spend and view some of the rarest of birds not found anywhere in world.
The town of Bharatpur was founded by the Jat king Surajmal, who constructed the virtually impregnable Lohagarh Fort in its center. The history of Bharatpur is dominated by the rise of Jats who under the great leadership of Churaman, Badan Singh and Suraj Mal rose to great heights.

Mathura Travel Guide
Mathura, the birthplace of lord Krishna, is an important place of pilgrimage and attracts thousands of devotees all the year round.
A city of great antiquity, it was also an important political center in historical period. Its strategic position contributed a lot to its emergence of a great center of trade and commerce also. A major city during the Buddha period (5th century BC) it served as the eastern capital of the great Kushan emperor Kanishka. Today, Mathura is replete with many temples and fine ghats along the river Yamuna and is a lively pilgrimage town. Located halfway in between Delhi and Agra, Mathura is easily accessible.
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