The Golden Triangle, the most popular tourist route in India, is widely appreciated for its architecture, culture and natural serene. Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, the three cities that constitutes the Golden Triangle will take you into the glorious past of the Mughals and Maharajas with its world’s best architecture. Well-known for their diverse cultural landscapes, each of these cities reflects the vibrant historical profile of the country.
The name Golden Triangle was derived from the way the three cities look on a map. There is around 250km of distance between the cities. All of them are connected up by roads as well as rail and makes travelling from one city to another really easy. If you have a plan to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that are completely worth exploring, we have a small guide to help you.
Delhi, the political capital of India
Delhi, the political capital of India has a great genesis as Indraprastha in the Indian epic, the Mahabharata. Today the city has transformed into a land that will inspire, astonish, fascinate and excite you at every corner. The city is the perfect mix of traditional and contemporary styles from the colonial pillars of Connaught Place to the streets of Chandni Chowk and the malls at South Extension; you can explore Delhi as a land of experiences. The India Gate, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Kutub Minar, Jantar-Mantar, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Akshardham Temple and Bahai Temple are must visited spots of Delhi.
Agra, the land of incredible Taj Mahal
Agra is a medieval city on the banks of River Yamuna, at northern India’s Uttar Pradesh state. Agra was the capital of the Mughal emperors and now remains as a foremost tourist destination because of its many marvelous Mughal-era buildings. Most notably among them is the Iconic Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built for the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan’s wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The beautiful building set behind a reflecting pool inside a courtyard defined by 4 minarets, features a massive dome and intricately carved white marble inlaid with precious stones. Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and should be visited at least once in your life time.
Jaipur, the Pink City
Jaipur, the Pink city was the first planned and deliberately built city in India. The land was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Sing II and is now the capital of Rajasthan. Jaipur is well admired for its scenic beauty and attractions; exquisitely sustained gardens, well maintained parks, attractive monuments and spectacular heritage hotels, which were the remnants from the residence of Maharajas, sparking royalty and elegance. City Palace, Amber fort, Jantar-Mantar and Hawa Mahal offers you memorable experiences to cherish for a life time.
The Golden Triangle tour will sure help you to explore the real history, splendor and grandeur of India. Never miss a chance to explore any of the spots and sights mentioned here, because you will never regret exploring the world’s best destinations.