Golden Triangle in India is a tourist circuit that is famous for connecting the national capital of Delhi, with Agra and Jaipur. It is called so because of the triangular shape formed due to the locations of these three iconic places, visited by numerous tourists all over the year from all over India as well as abroad. Agra, famous for its rich Mughal history, heritage, culture, architecture and beautiful, unforgettable monuments and landmarks; Delhi, one of the most widely visited places in India, and for good reason; Jaipur with its wonderful landmarks, monuments, tourist spots, sites, attractions, destinations and other places of interest and so on and so forth – all make the Golden Triangle the most famous tourist route in all of India. It makes for a truly memorable and wonderful vacation experience, with a touch of heritage and history and spotting some of India’s most interesting, famous and picturesque monuments and pieces of architecture. With a bit of extra work and research, you can even find a way to avail a Golden Triangle tour with Varanasi.
If we start with Agra, a city that every Indian need to visit at least once in their lifetime, we get to know that the old, magnificent city is filled with historically significant and aesthetically pleasing monuments, landmarks, tourist spots, sites, destinations and attractions. Located about 200 km south of New Delhi, Agra is situated on the banks of the famous and beautiful River Yamuna. During the time of the Mughals, nearly three centuries ago, Agra was once the most important city in north India; and it is during this period that Agra got blessed with some of its timeless architectural wonders; from the breath-taking Taj Mahal, to the huge Agra Fort, the large and sprawling FatehpurSikri consisting of landmarks and monuments like the Jama Masjid and BulandDarwaza. Agra is definitely worth visiting.
Jaipur, or, the Pink City, as it is also called, houses several extremely interesting and historical monuments, landmarks and attractions that reflect the glory it once used to bequeath. From palaces and temples and forts and gardens, Jaipur is a hub of culture and heritage and has a number of activities occurring. Among the most popular tourist sites, spots, attractions, destinations and other such places of interest and so on and so forth, you must not miss the JantarMantar, the City Palace, the Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal and so on. All of these have a lot of historical significance and importance and the beautiful architecture really makes you wonder.
Last but not least, conclude your Golden Triangle tour with a visit to the capital of the country. Explore the rich, diverse historical sites and attractions and know more about the extensive history of the country through the eyes of the capital. The Mughal architecture is spellbinding; and everything else in Delhi – from the street food, areas for some fun, excellent shopping sprees, fun and exciting opportunities and so on and so forth, makes you fall in love with the city. Do not miss the Red Fort, QutbMinar, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Chandni Chowk, RashtrapatiBhavan, Purana Quila, the National Zoological Park and so on.