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Taj Mahal Tour from Noida Duration of The Tour – One DayPlaces covered – Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Red Fort, Jama masjid, India gate, Rajghat, Birla mandir, Lotus Temple 0800 Morning after breakfast get ready for a tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi covering:- Old Delhi : RED FORT – As the name says is because it is made of the red stone, the Red Fort is one of the most magnificent palaces in the world. India's history built by Shahjahan in the 17th century. There are many sections in the Red fort like Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan –E-Khas, Naqqar-Khana, Shahi Burj, Hammams & so on. It was from here that the British deposed the last Mughal ruler, Bhadur Shah Zafar, marking the end of the three century long Mughal rule. It was the residence for Mughal rulers for almost 200 years. It is UNESCO world heritage site. RAJGHAT – One of the most visited destinations in Old Delhi by the Indians as well as the foreigners. The mortal remains of the “Father of the Nation’’ Mahatma Gandhi were cremated on this spot on the west bank of the river Yamuna on the evening of January 31, 1948. A simple open platform inscribed with the Mahatma's last words, 'Hey Ram' (Oh God) is set in a garden with fountains and a variety of exotic trees planted by various dignitaries who visited this place. Every friday day a prayer is held. New Delhi: QUTUB MINAR – The Qutub Minar is situated to the south of Connaught Circus & is 13 kms away from it. Although the Qutab-ud-din Aibak, the first muslim ruler of Delhi started its construction in 1199, but it was completed by his son-in-law Iltumish in 1236 & some others rulers in the later years. The tower has five stories. The mosque has two courtyards ( inner & outer ) designed with shafts & pillars. Most of these shafts are from Hindu temples which were plundered to construct the mosque. HUMAYUN'S TOMB – It was built by Senior wife Haji Begum in 16th century in memory of his II mughal ruler Humayun. The mughals brought with them a love for gardens, fountains and water. It is the first mature example of Mughal architecture in India, Built in red sandstone and ornamented marks is the beginning of a new architecture of ornate style which was seen later in the Taj Mahal of Agra. INDIA GATE - Built as a All India war memorial to commemorate the 70,000 India soldiers killed in World War I, is the national monument of India was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and completed in 1931.It was inaugurated by viceroy Lord Irwin. Located on Rajpath, the road which leads to the magnificent Rashtrapati Bhawan, the gate is 160 feet high with an arch of 138 feet. India Gate is illuminated every evening is a major tourist attraction. The republic day every year passes through India gate. Jama Masjid :- Jama masjid is the largest mosque in India built in 1656. It is right opposite to the Red fort and is surrounded by many shops. It was built by Shahjahan and can hold 25000 devotees at a time. |
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