UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Delhi Agra Jaipur known as Golden Triangle India If you are looking for a great trip with history and heritage […]
UNESCO World Heritage Sites during Golden Triangle Tour
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Delhi Agra Jaipur known as Golden Triangle India
If you are looking for a great trip with history and heritage in India, and still puzzled that, which trip you may choose to explore that can fulfill all your interests, then Golden Triangle Tour may the best choice for it! As Golden Triangle is one the most visiting and preferable travel circuit where millions of tourists come throughout the year. It consists three major Northern cities – Delhi, Agra and Jaipur which all has their own stories to narrate.
Delhi Agra and Jaipur, all of them are full of wonders and there are no limits for those who love to explore history and heritage, even every single city has several architecture and monument that is already in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. So, in this blog we will discuss about the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that you may explore during Golden Triangle tour. With their historical evidence, untold stories and every detail they can fascinate you when you come closure to them instead of just hearing about it! so, let us share a list of UNESCO World Heritage sites in Delhi Agra Jaipur city wise that you must visit when exploring Golden Triangle India Tour.
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Delhi
Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar is the tallest brick minaret of the world which symbolize the starting era of Islam in India. This 73-meter victory tower was start building in 1192 by the first Salve dynasty ruler – Qutub-ud-din Aibak but while it was under construction he was died while playing polo, then complete by its successor Iltutmish and further expended by Firoz Shah Tughlaq. It holds a complex of monuments including Iron Pillar (known for its iron-resistant properties), one of the oldest Mosque of Northern India - Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, magnificent Alai Darwaza, and Iltutmish's tomb.
Humayun's Tomb
Humayun’s Tomb, which is not just a mausoleum, it the mesmerizing monument and the first grandeur symbol of Mughal era that became an ideal of all other Mughal architecture like Taj Mahal. Humayun’s Tomb is also one of the symbols of love which was built by Humayun’s first wife, Empress Bega Begum in 1558 as a token of love and poignant testament for her beloved husband with the help of Persian architect along with Indian Craftsmen. It is the first tomb of Indian-subcontinent which was surrounded by aromatic garden and hold the resting places of Mughal emperor Humayun. It was the first largest monument of Delhi which was made-up of Red Sandstone and after it, red sandstone became the synonym of Mughal architecture.
Red Fort
Red Fort, another Mughal-era gem which was built in the time period from 1638 to 1648 by fifth emperor Shah Jahan as a palace for himself after shifting the capital to Shahjahanabad. The massive enclosing walls of Red Fort is adjacent to an old fort which was built in 1546 by Islam Shah Suri and currently it become the part of Red Fort and name it as – Red Fort Complex, one the UNESCO world heritage sites. Firstly, it was planned to build as an Islamic prototype by eventually each pavilion reveals the architecture combination of Persian, Timurid and Indian (Hindu) architecture.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Agra
Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal, one of those monuments that everyone already heard about it and a magnificent architecture that is in the list of seven wonders of the world, isn’t it fascinating! Taj Mahal is a symbol of love which was built in the time period from 1632 to 1653 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for her wife, Mumtaz Mahal – as token of love after her death. It is known for its beauty, inlay work called - Pietra Dura, unmatched & accurate symmetric architecture and a harmonious blend of Persian, Islamic, and Indian architecture styles which is made-up of white marble and several precious stones brought from foreign countries. Thousands of visitors throughout the year just come India to have glimpse of this magnificent symbol of love – Taj Mahal.
Agra Fort
Agra Fort, the primary residence of Mughal emperors till the year of 1638 which is situated nearby the Taj Mahal but mainly constructed by emperor Akbar on the river bank of Yamuna in the year of 1565. It showcases a magnificent Mughal architecture glimpse with its palace, audience halls and Mosques. It is not just an architectural wonder but also historic symbol that reflects the greatness of Mughals by structures like Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Moti Masjid and lavish Jahangir Mahal.
Fatehpur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri was the first planned city which was establish by the victory of Gujrat Campaign, got the title of City of Victory and served as capital city from 1571 to 1585. This city is nothing less than any royal evidence of Mughals as it includes luxurious palace, serene courtyards, and bustling vibrant markets around it. It is believed that it was established after Sufi Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti blessed Akbar with sons. The lavish music hall is also a legendry part of Fatehpur Sikri as here, one of the most renowned and great musicians Tansen performs for emperor Akbar.
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Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur
Keoladeo National Park, formally known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, located in between the Agra and Jaipur in Bharatpur, Rajasthan which can be visit while moving from Agra to Jaipur or vise versa. This National Park is one of Ramsar wetland and world’s best bird sanctuary where over 370 bird species are found. This can be a heaven like destination for nature & wildlife enthusiast as well as photographers as here thousands of migratory birds like waterfowl visit from Siberia and Central Asia; as being a National Park it holds great lands of Grasslands, woodlands and Wetlands including diverse flora and fauna.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Jaipur
City Palace
City Palace, a magnificent architecture located in the heat of Pink City – Jaipur, built in 1729 by the greatest ruler of Jaipur - Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II with a marvelous blend of Mughals and Rajputana architecture. This palace holds a great significance of history by museums like Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and architecture including stunning courtyards, beautiful gardens, and other magnificence. The major significance attractions of this palace are Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas lavish Chandra Mahal, and splendid worked Mubarak Mahal. It is a great place for those who also love to explore vibrant culture, heritage and architecture as it offers a great blend of architecture, breathtaking view and beautiful surroundings.
Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds is a stunning example of Rajasthani architecture and heritage mixed with Mughal architecture which was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and designed by Lal Chand Ustad in the shape of Lord Krishna crown and it got the name – “Crown of Jaipur”. It is known for its 5 stories pink sandstone architecture and 953 windows called “Jharokhas” which shapes it like a honeycomb, that made for royal ladies get glimpse of vibrant markets as well as it helps to cater scorching heat and keep the palace cool and calm.
Conclusion
Golden Triangle is a most visiting travel circuit which showcases a miniature prototype of India as it has something for everyone whether one is want to explore history, culture, architecture or any thing else. For those who really stays turned to explore the destination with full of history and heritage, then all the three cities (Delhi, Agra and Jaipur) of this present several heritage sites which are designated by UNESCO itself. In this blog we have discussed about all the UNESCO world heritage site that you may explore during Golden Triangle India. So, get packed up your bags and get ready to have the glance of India Heritage with immerse depth and lifelong memories that stay within your heart and soul forever.