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India – An amazing combination of different cultures
and languages yet a unity that binds the country together!
Savor the delights of India. Experience the different
cultures of India in its varying dimensions in its cities.
Cities that make you forget your worries with their
charm.
India can be best experienced by visiting its cities.
Each city depicts its own story and culture in its landmarks
and way of life.
Delhi:
Delhi, the capital of this wonderful land, is a maze
of different landmarks, monuments and forts that reveal
the colorful history of India. It’s a city that
speaks volumes about India’s culture and it’s
Unity in Diversity. Perhaps the only capital city in
the world with people from different religions &
cultures living together and yet maintaining their identity.
 Leh
& Ladakh:
Amidst snow capped mountains of the Himalayas, Leh &
Ladakh have fascinated tourists for long. Barren landscapes
with the exception of a few monasteries are an awe inspiring
sight. Experience the magical culture of Buddhism. As
you climb up the heights you feel on top of the world.
Dharamshala:
 The
"Lahsa in India", Dharamshala is known for
its beautiful landscape and its awe inspiring, picturesque
scenery. Lying between the Shivalik Hills and the Dhauladhars,
Dharamshala stands surrounded by nature – Deodar
and pine forests, sparkling streams and tea gardens.
A hill resort and a principal township of the Kangra
Valley, it has a large Tibetan community as part of
its natives.
 Srinagar:
The summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Srinagar
is the jewel that shines in the whole of North India
with its sparkling lakes. Scenic snow capped mountain
peaks form the backdrop and flowers picturesquely adorn
the gardens. A treasure trove of beauty legendary for
its houseboats, Srinagar is also renowned for its traditional
handicrafts and dry fruits.
Agra:
 Agra,
the city of the Taj Mahal and once the capital of the
Mughal empire, has several monuments which display the
splendour of Mughal architecture. It was here that Babar,
the founder of the dynasty, had the first formal Persian
garden laid out on the banks of the river Yamuna. Akbar,
his grandson, raised the towering ramparts of the great
Red Fort, within whose walls Jahangir built rose-red
palaces, courts and gardens, and which Shahajahan embellished
with marble mosques, palaces and pavilions of white
marble.
 Varanasi:
Varanasi: The Eternal City and the holiest of all pilgrimage
sites! Varanasi has been a pilgrimage site since time
immemorial. The largest and oldest city of Uttar Pradesh,
Varanasi is located on the North bank of the River Ganges.
People from far & wide come here to take a bath
in the Holy River Ganges, as it is believed that its
waters are so pure that they wash away your sins.
Mumbai:
 Mumbai,
till recently called Bombay, is the capital city of
Maharashtra. The only British monarch to visit India,
King George V, first set foot on Indian soil at Mumbai
in 1911. To commemorate his visit, the Gateway to India,
Mumbai's best known landmark, was completed in 1927.
An alluring mixture of races and cultures, the pulsating
city is on the move. Its famed Bollywood churns out
more movies than any in the world.
 Jaipur:
Experience the beauty of Rajasthan in the Pink City.
A major tourist attraction, Jaipur, is a city which
shows the Royalty of India in its true glory. Colorful
hawelis and forts and palaces adorn the city.
Jaisalmer:
Jaisalmer - a name that reminds you of desert. A city
thronged by tourists, Jaisalmer has sand dunes dotted
with colorful villages and palaces. The sight of sand
dunes all around evokes a feeling of magic. The villages
form the only splash of color in the otherwise barren
desert.
 Jodhpur:
Jodhpur - a city within a fort. Amidst the sand dunes
lies a fort, 120 kms high. Surrounded by a 10 kms long
wall, the fort has 8 gates serving as entrances. The
exquisitely carved forts, palaces and temples are the
main highlights of this city.
Goa:
Goa, a city of happiness and joy that welcomes all.
A tiny island measuring just 3,702 sq. kms with sun
kissed beaches, old churches and temples with exquisite
architecture has attracted tourists from time immemorial.
 Udaipur:
Udaipur, a city of Lakes in southern Rajasthan enchants
you with its glistening lakes around which the city
is centered. The clear waters of the lake reflects the
blue cloudless sky. A city well known for its buildings
as well as its delicious cuisine, a tour of the city
takes you through the historic pages of India.
Khajurao:
Khajurao, India's most visited monument after the Taj
is a collection of fascinating temples. India's unique
gift of love to the world, these were built between
950-1050 A.D. by the Chandela rulers. Unfortunately
only 22 of the original 85 survive today. Khajuraho
derives it's name from the Khajur (the date palm) tree.
An abundantly found species in the area.
 Bodhgaya:
Serene and quiet this tiny little village, holiest among
holy places is Bodhgaya, Where the quest of Prince Siddharth
was fulfilled after years of seeking the truth and the
saga of Buddha began. He attained the supreme enlightenment
and became 'The Buddha', the enlightened one.
Kolkata:
Kolkata, an ancient city, almost 300 years of age has
adopted to the modern trends and techniques of the world
but has not shed the leisurely life-style and the calm
which it has accumulated since ages. It has the country's
first metro railway and also retains some of the building
which are more than 100 year old. It is a city of enduring
charm.
 Cochin:
A renowned port city and an important business center.
Tourist attractions like the Chinese fishing nets, and
other land marks dating back to the Portuguese era attract
tourists in hordes.
Hyderabad:
Hyderabad, the capital of Andhra Pradesh, is a city
which combines both the ancient and the modern. It has
the most sophisticated five star hotels, shopping malls,
eating places (especially those serving the world famous
Hyderabadi biryani, a dish of rice and meat) and entertainment
facilities. And it is a maze of markets and tiny houses
- a busy, noisy place where narrow ancient lanes meet
large vehicle-choked roads.
 Bangalore:
Bangalore - a city of gardens and historical landmarks.
The "Silicon Valley" of India, Bangalore has
a pleasant climate and the equally pleasant nature of
its inhabitants make it a popular city. Its culture
& heritage maintain their identity even through
its fast development.
Chennai:
Chennai, capital of Tamil Nadu and the fourth largest
city in India, is a sprawling metropolis and also an
important port. Once a fishing village, Chennai was
the capital of the Madras presidency during the British
era and was converted into the capital of Tamil Nadu
in 1969. The East India company built a fort in Madras,
as Chennai was known earlier, in 1639 and developed
it as one of the major trading centres in India.
 Ooty:
Ooty, "The Queen of Hill Stations", is located
at a height of 2,240 meters above sea level. The Beautiful
Botanical gardens, golf courses, tea and Coffee gardens
ornament the place.
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