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Attractions

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Sariska

Delhi

The list of things to do in Delhi is endless and you'll surely discover many interesting things to do on your own. Here's an abbreviated list of some of the most popular tourist activities:

Eat Dilli-ki-Chaat – Delhi’s tangy local street food in Old Delhi

Visit the Red Fort - a great sandstone carcass of the last days of the Mughal empire and the British era

For a modern architectural marvel completed in 1986, visit the Lotus Temple (Bahai House of Worship), constructed out of marble and in the shape of a lotus flower. It remains one of the most visited sites in the entire world.

Stroll through Humayun’s Tomb which combines Persian style with local craftsmanship, encircled by the symmetrical Mughal gardens

Hear Qawwalis (devotional music) sung at dargah of Nizamuddin Auliya (one of Islam’s holiest tombs) at around sunset

Visit the Imperial Hotel - it's like taking a voyage back into the days of the Raj, with polished hallways hung with chandeliers and works of art

Explore the confusing and narrow streets of the Old Delhi bazaars

Get your clothes tailor-made in Khan Market – a fraction of the cost of the West with emphasis on quality

Visit the former home of Indira Gandhi and learn about India’s most powerful dynasty

Wander around Lodhi Gardens on a Sunday afternoon - a people-watchers paradise

Discover the district of Hauz Khas - crumbling Mughal tombs and tempting art, antique and fashion boutiques

Ride out to peaceful Qutb Minar - well-known and easily spotted for its towering minaret resembling an ornate factory chimney

Visit the Jama Masjid, climb the mosque’s minaret, then enjoy a classic non-veg meal at nearby culinary institutions Karim’s or Al-Jawahar, famous for their roasted meat kebabs

Feast your eyes on the wealth of Indian Art at the National Museum

Visit Gandhi’s simple tomb in its tranquil gardens – said to be the most peaceful place in all Delhi

Agra

Agra Fort - this majestic fort has sixteen palaces, has served as a home to six Mughal Emperors and offers a breathtaking view of the dominant Taj. Another UNESCO World Heritage Site

Itmad-ud-dualah - known as the ‘Baby Taj’. This look-alike was commissioned by Queen Noor Jahan as a tribute to her father

Fatehpur Sikri - another UNESCO World Heritage Site - you will find the highest gateway in the world, Buland Darwaza (Grand Entrance) and the Tomb of Salim Chishti. The Sufi Saint’s revered resting place attracts millions of people every year. It is widely believed that all your prayers will be answered here. And when one day they are, you must return to the shrine to perform a small ritual.

Dhobi Ghat - carpeted with yards of fabric in more colours known to man, it is an unlikely but popular destination. This part of the river, where washer-folk scrub their laundry, attracts photographers as well as filmmakers from all across the world. Locations in and around it were recently seen in Slumdog Millionaire.

Agra served as a home to the Mughal Dynasty and next to architecture their influence had the greatest effect on the cuisine. Don't miss out on authentic Mughali dishes - famous the world over for a very good reason

Jaipur

Amber Fort
City Palace
Jai Mahal Lake Palace
Hawa Mahal
Jantar Mantar
Monkey Temple
Jaigarh Fort
Elephant Rides
Tiger Fort
The Entrance of City Walls
Ramgagh Palace

Sariska

Safaris - The best way to visit the Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary is by Jeep which can be arranged at the Forest Reception Office. Booking an inconspicuous 'hide', overlooking one of the waterholes, can provide an excellent opportunity for wildlife viewing and wildlife photography.

Alwar - the closest city to Sariska has much to offer - eating out, shopping, sightseeing - a nice little side trip.

Siliserh - a 15 minute drive from Alwar, also worth a look for the lovely lake surrounded by a ring of mountains. The palace on the banks of the lake was the hunting lodge for the royals and has since been converted into a government hotel. Go for a boat ride on the lake or have a picnic lunch on the shore...very peaceful.