Indian Sub-Continent

City Guide

Central Plains

• Delhi
  The capital of India is a perfect blend of historic past and vibrant present. It is the second most widely used gateway to India and is well linked by air, rail and road, to various parts of the country.
  Tourists attractions: President’s Palace, India Gate, Jama Mosque, Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Qutab Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Bahai Temple.
• Amritsar
  The holy city of Sikhs, has grown from a sacred village pond into a spiritual temporal centre of Sikh culture. The city gets its name from the pool-Amritsar (Pool of Nectar), which was constructed by the fourth religious preceptor of the Sikh faith.
  Tourists attractions: Golden Temple, Akal Takht, Durgiana Temple, Jallaianwala Bagh, Tower of Baba Atal, Academy of Fine Arts, Central Museum & S.G.Thakur Singh Art Gallery
• Chandigarh
  The city of Chandigarh lies in the valley surrounded by Shivalik Hills. From here one can travel northwards to the hill resorts of Shimla Kulu, Manali, Dharmashala and Dalhousie. Chandigarh is the most modern city in the country and has been planned to perfection by the world famous French architect le Corbusier.
  Tourists attractions The Secretariat, The Assembly & High Court, Zakir Hussain Rose Garden (2 kms), Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake.
• Agra
  The capital of Mogul empire, is famous for the greatest monument of love ever built, The Taj Mahal. It is one of the leading cities for marble handicrafts with inlay work and the leather goods.
  Tourist attractions: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Sikandra, Itmad-ud-Daulah. Excursions to Fatehpur Sikri (37 kms), Bharatpur (Keoladeo Ghana) Bird Sactuary (54 kms)
• Orchha
  Orchha, a small village is set amongst a cluster of well preserved palaces and temples. It may be visited enroute from Gwalior to Khajuraho.
  Tourists attractions : Jehangir Mahal Palace, Phool Bagh, Chhatris, Ram Raja Temple.
• Gwalior
  Just a few hours from Agra by train or road, Gwalior is famous for its old and very large fort. Within the fort walls are several interesting temples and ruined palaces.
  Tourists attractions: Gwalior Fort, Jai Vilas Palace & Museum
• Khajuraho
  Small village in Madhaya Pradesh is famous for its temples & sculptures, built during the Chandella period. These sculptures depict many aspects of life 1000 years ago – gods & goddesses, warriors and musicians. Its is the popularity of these temples that Khajuraho is now listed as the World Heritage site.
  Tourists attractions : Western & Eastern Group of Temples, Sound & Light show
• Varanasi
  Varanasi is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India. Built on the banks of the sacred Ganges, it is said to combine the virtues of all other places of pilgrimage and anyone who ends their days here is transported straight to heaven.
  Tourists attractions: Viswanath Temple, Boat ride on Ganges, Durga Temple, Benares Hindu University.