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Jaipur:
 The
capital city of Rajasthan State is popularly known as
the Pink City of India because of the pink paint applied
to the building in its old walled city. Its foundation
and its careful planning to the great warrior astronomer
Maharaja Jai Singh II (1699 to 1744). Jaipur is a shopping
paradise; it's famous for Jewelry Handicrafts and Textiles.
Sight Seeing in Jaipur:
Hawa Mahal: Build in 1799 the Hawa Mahal or Palace of
the winds is one of the Jaipurs major landmark, although
it is actually little more than a façade. This
five story building, which looks out over the main street
of the old city.
CITY Palace: In the heart of the city, the City
palace occupies a large area divided into a series of
courtyards, gardens and building. This palace has an
extensive collection of art, carpets, enamelware and
old weapons.
Jantar Mantar: Adjacent to the entrance to the
City Palace is the Jantar
Mantar or Observatory, begun by Jai Singh in
1728.Jai Singh's passion for astronomy was even more
notable than his prowess as a warrior and, Before commencing
construction, he sent scholars abroad to study foreign
observatories. The Jaipur observatory is the best and
the largest preserved of the five he builds. And was
restored in 1901. The others are in Delhi, Varanasi,
and Ujjain.
Amber Fort:
The ancient capital of Jaipur
state, construction of fort and palaces begun in 1592
by Raja Man Singh, The Rajput Commander of Akbars Army.
The fort is a superb example of Rajput Architecture.
You can climb up to the fort from the road in 10 minutes.
Riding on elephant back is popular.
Rishikesh
 The
city that co-exists along with Haridwar, with the latter's
spiritual quality. Rishikesh, is the starting point
of the holy Char Dham pilgrimage. The city is not only
thronged by Indians but also by foreigners wanting to
know more about Hinduism.
Lakshamn Jula, a suspended iron bridge is worth a visit.
It connects either banks of the Ganges. Triveni Ghat
is considered as auspicious among the pilgrims and you
can find them every morning bathing in the Ghat.
Haridwar (214 km from Delhi)
 Imagine
several saffron clad tourists chanting and praying,
imagine the pilgrim thronged Ghats and the Ganges, flowing
from her source. That's Haridwar, the holy land of the
Hindus.
Haridwar is famous for its temples, bathing ghats and
tanks. The Ganges, considered as the holiest river in
India, is the star attraction of Haridwar. Pilgrims
carry back the water from the Ganges, which they believe
will remain fresh forever.
The Har ki Paori, is one of the most sacred ghats in
India and hundreds gather at this ghat.
Haridwar is a must visit even for the not-so-religiously
inclined. It is a place, whose every corner breathes
with mysticism.
Dehradun (255 kilometres from Delhi)
 For
an ideal summer getaway or to spend a relaxing weekend,
Dehradun is the answer. Beautiful rolling hills of green,
misty mornings and fresh air. Dehradun has it all. Nestled
in the Shivaliks, the hill station is 640 metres above
sea level. Once ruled by the Garhwal kings, it later
became a British residential town.
Dehradun is famous for its several public schools and
institutions. The Tapkeshwar Temple is Dehradun's most
famous temple. Dedicated to Shiva, the temple has a
stream flowing directly over the lingam. The other star
attractions are the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology
and Robber's Cave.
Mussoorie
 The
famed 'Queen of the Hills', Mussoorie is one of the most
famous hill stations of India. With over 350 hotels, Mussoorie
has the largest number of hotels among the hill stations
in India.
Mussoorie had its birth when Captain Young laid its foundations
in 1823. It was initially called 'The Mullingar', but
it was later named after the widely grown in the hill
station, dal called 'Masur'.
Mussoorie has several places to visit such as the Gun
Hill, Muncipal Lodge, Childers Lodge, Camel's Back Road
and Cloud's End. Gun Hill has a very interesting story
behind it. Before Independence, everyday, a gun mounted
on this hill, used to fire at noon. And people on hearing
it would adjust their watches! Childer's Lodge is the
highest peak, about five kilometres from the city. Garden
enthusiasts can visit the Municipal Garden.
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