Showing posts with label Red Fort. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Red Fort. Show all posts

Thursday, 30 August 2012

Seven Wonders in India

Hi everyone, I think all of you know about seven wonders of world. But do you all know seven wonders of India? If not, Then this post will give you the complete details about seven wonders in India.

Taj Mahal (Agra)

Taj Mahal in Agra, northern suburb of Yamuna (Yamuna River) River, child empire Mogul Shah Jahan, the fifth monarch of great love building to commemorate its Aifei Mumtaz Mahal (Shah Jahan). Taj mahal is one of the seven wonders of world.
Beautiful love legend Sharjah Khan recognized the story of of Mutai Ji (Mumtaz) is a legend. It is said that the Sharjah Khan, father Jahan Kat the Emperor Hounuerjia Khan is Mutai Kyi's aunt. Mutai Kyi is a real beauty of Persian descent, gentle temperament, good lute painting. When she was 19 years old and married the Jahan Kyrgyzstan King Prince ─ ─ with a 19-year-old Curran. Mutai Kyi is the fourth wife of Curran, Curran only marriage combined love. Marriage Houmu Tai Ji and Prince Curran through thick and thin, go hand and footprints all over the battlefield. In 1628, Curran inherit the throne after a bloody battle, give themselves Mingsha Jia Khan, meaning the king of the world. Mutai Kyi, formerly known as Ah Ji Man ‧ Ballet slaves, and therefore get the highest title of the palace - of Mutai Ji ‧ Mahar (Mumtaz Mahal; Mum is a beautiful meaning, Taz is the crown, and Mahal is a palace), which means she The beauty of a leader in the palace. Unfortunately, nothing lasts forever, and in 1631, Mutai Kyi following the Sharjah Khan Nanzheng died giving birth at age 39. Married 19 years, Mutai Kyi Sharjah Khan gave birth to 14 children, surviving only four men and three women. Mutai Kyi's death, the Sharjah Khan heartbroken. Before his death, Mutai Kyi Khan Sharjah longer second wife, and treat all children and a monumental building built for her. In order to to Mutai Kyi wish Sharjah Khan decided for the construction of one of the most beautiful in the world mausoleum Chongfei to table her thoughts of love. At the same time, he ordered court mourning for her two-year ban on all entertainment activities. Founded in 1631, the Taj Mahal and Shah Jahan got from home and abroad (or captured) top architects and workers match to mobilize twenty thousand workers, depleted treasury of gold and silver wealth, which lasted 22 set out, just to complete this stunning masterpiece. Legend Shah Jahan in order so that future generations will no longer appear an equally beautiful buildings, after the completion of the Taj Mahal, the architects' eyes are blinded. Taj Mahal cemetery covers an area of ​​about 60,000 square meters, the entrance is south of the 60-meter-high gatehouse, gatehouse mainly to soongorica Shi Jiancheng, and together with the white marble lotus pattern decorative. Through the gatehouse, they reach a length of about two hundred meters of garden, two elongate the middle of the garden pond, we often see the reflection of the Taj Mahal pool "model photos" is at shooting. Marble platform in the middle of the two pools, plus two perpendicular to the waterways of the pool, the garden is divided into four parts, and Islam lucky numbers. Every day number of visitors come here, they like the beauty of Taj Mahal. If you will come in India. You should visit this lovely place.

Bahubali Gomateshwara

Bahubali Gomateshwara is also one amoung the seven wonders of India. The hill called Shravanabelagola Bahubali Gomateshwara statue is located in Hassan District, Karnataka, India, a huge statue of a granite carved by Chamundaraya investment and carved statues.The statue was built in AD 978 to AD 1993 completion, 17 meters high, 30 kilometers away can still see the solemn statue, the statue in 2008, India voted assessed to be the first of India's seven wonders. Bahubali Gomateshwara statue the Mahamastakabhisheka festival held once every 12 years, the festival will host a ceremony, such as milk, curd, ghee and other statues body and put in his shrine at the foot of some saffron, gold coins, etc., on behalf of the statues will pourthe revered meaning. Was last held in 2006 Mahamastakabhisheka festival will be held in 2018, after 12 years, interested readers may wish to can then visit the grand celebration of 12 years in India.

Golden Temple Amritsar

Golden Temple is again a very devotional place and is selected among seven wonders of India. This is in Amritsar, Punjab. People from many countries come here and worship in this temple. As   Mecca is to Muslims, the Golden Temple is a Sikh. The temple, whose construction began in the 16th century, to life as a place where people from all walks of life can come and worship God. The temple is one of the world's most acute spiritual destination, you'll know why as long as you see it the golden dome of the central Amu Li solemnly raised. Name from the city of San pool, or nectar, surrounded by lofty Temple reflects yellow light, rebound Harmandir Sahib gilded wall of the pool. The white marble pathway the sacred tanks surrounded the entire causeway result on the two-tier Domed Monastery water tourists. The inside of the house is the worship pattern tourists dazzled by the colorful decorative marble on the walls and ceilings. Those who enter was struck by the building echoed melodious prayer impressed. The temple is open to visitors all day and all night. Do not forget to take off your shoes. Even I visited this place many time, I find a devotion and peace here.

Nalanda

Nalanda, according to historical records, Nalanda was founded in the 5th century AD. Highest Indian Buddhist universities and academic centers of the ancient, ancient Magadha, Rajgir near Patna, India Bihar Central will today southeast 90 km. The Nalanda scale, there have been as many as 900 million volumes of books, Chronicles scholars of giving birth, when the height thousand monks and scholars gathered here, Xuan Zang in the years to learn from the Master Ring Yin, Yi Jing in this treasure teacher the child learn decade; Moreover Master Buddhist monk Hui industry, Ling Yun Xuan according tract hope, Dawson, Mahayana lights, Tao Lin, Tomohiro, no line. Beginning in 1861, the Nalanda monastery ruins have been excavated, eight large monasteries have been excavated, four medium-sized temple and a small temple. Eight major of Nalanda ruins of Temple-line north-south direction, the door to the west. Odera 9 monk room on each side, just as described in Yi Jing, each side in the Temple 7 monk room, a small temple on each side 5 Monk room. In 1861, British archaeologist Alexander Cunningham found here a Buddhist ruins after a records check with the Buddhist Records prove that this is the Nalanda. Unearthed exquisite Buddhist stone carvings, some stone carving only the size of a fist, engraved Buddhist stories are incredibly delicate and beautiful. Also unearthed a bronze statue, copper coil and seal, which one engraved with "Room Lee Nalanda Maha adjacent blame Luo Sangha India". Most of the archaeological finds are exhibitions in Nalanda opposite the museum. Nalanda excavation area now has more than 150,000 square meters. Nalanda is divided into the the abbey area and teaching area. The monastery area by roughly similar courtyard, a total of 12. Around each courtyard lined with narrow cramped Sengfang, stone table, wells and kitchen in the courtyard, each courtyard corridor leading to the outside. Teaching area temples and pagodas. Buddha temple studying Buddhist scriptures. Scattered around many pagodas Mami Shelifota the most momentum, the tower is divided into three layers, the appearance of carved exquisite pattern turret alcove carved Buddha in Bodhgaya, Rajgir and Sarnath Kobo story. Very nice place to visit in India. This place is one of the seven wonders of India.

Konark Sun Temple (Orrisa)

I have visited many places in India. Konark Sun Temple is one of the greatest and lovely place among them. Also this Konark Sun Temple is one of the seven wonders on India. If you come here, don't forget to visit this place. In India there are seven temple Konark Sun Temple, one of the most devotional and prominent. This Sun Temple is located in the Indian state of Orissa, Konark Sun Temple is one of the oldest temples in India, an amazing and vivid example of Orissan architecture. It can be traced back to the 13th century, is by King Narasimhadeva I sign of the victory of the Muslim invaders. Konark Sun Temple is dedicated to the sun god, also known as the "Black Tower" is known for. Is located at the distance of 35 km, in the holy city from Orissa's Puri, Konark Sun Temple is a must see in the proprietor India Tour.
Architecture
Konark Sun Temple Its name comes from the combination of two words. "Lever" in a corner, "Ark" is the sun, which means "the angle of the sun. Konark Sun Temple, the entire structure with 12 huge wheels (equivalent to a few months of the year), seven horses (only one remains unchanged), driven by celestial chariot. Konark Sun Temple in ruins today, bravely, a wonderful architecture. Archaeologists can easily pick up the story of unparalleled art carved in stone. Each stone has a story to tell to the splendor of the bygone era. It took 12 years, 12,000 artisans to create this magnificent masterpiece of medieval times.
Best Time To Visit
The best time of the visit to Konark winter period from October to March. Summer is too hot, monsoon cyclone easily. The best time for sightseeing tourists like Temple in the winter. Visitors can also combine the Konark Dance Festival, which is held in the winter, in order to attract more tourists to visit. This festival is in the temple open hosted the Natya Deere (dance halls). Konark Temple of the Sun at the time during the holiday season, night lights, the music and dance of the glow.

Khajuraho (MP)

One another wonderful place is Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh. This is included in seven wonders of India.    Khajuraho temple architecture in India has always maintained a unique position. It is built the Luo dynasty, Zhan on behalf of several generations pull its Pute king under the auspices of, only with a surprisingly short 100 years - from AD 950 to 1050. Today, the original 85 temples only 22 after the destruction of time preserved.   Khajuraho was built in the 10th-11th century was the "moon dynasty" Chandra dynasty (ChandelaDynasty), the capital. It belongs to check Ta Puer County, Madhya Pradesh, India, near Jaipur and Delhi. Many temple is one of India's main tourist attraction. 1986 UNESCO column protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage List.
Historical View
Khajuraho was built in the 10th-11th century, is the capital of the heyday of the Chandra dynasty (ChandellaDynasty, 950-1203). Grams long pull "the word is the meaning of the coconut, a thousand years ago, where rich coconut. Chandra dynasty known as the "moon dynasty circulating month God legend. Legendary Khajuraho man named Na Lesi priests, beauty gave birth to a daughter, alerted the Moon. Luna give up the identity of the gods to earth girl fall in love, and told the girl she will be born the son of a brave and valiant, and multiply into a great nation. Later, the girls really gave birth to a son, also flourished many children and grandchildren. So, today Khajuraho residents call themselves Luna offspring. Khajuraho is a the dynasty era popular Indian esoteric, also known as the center of the spread of the the Tan Duoluo teach (Tantfism). Tan Duoluo teach about the 5th to the 9th century when derived from Hinduism, mainly to promote sexual religious thought. Khajuraho temple is held Tan Duoluo the carnival ceremony establishments worship.

Red Fort Lal Qila

Red Fort, Delhi is one of the best historical place in India. That is why it is included in seven wonders of India. I really like the constructional design of this historical place. Shah Jahan, the fifth emperor of the Mughal Empire capital from Agra and moved to Delhi, own name Delhi renamed as Shah Jahan Bard, which is now Old Delhi. The Red Fort is the place in the center, built in 1639 to 1648, as the front of the name, the walls all painted in red. Chandni opposite pull together gate (Lahore Gate) is an arched Commercial Street. Go down within a public audience with the palace (Diwan-i-Am). The positive height a throne. Above inlaid with rubies, emeralds, emeralds and other precious stones. The Delves walk Yamuna River behind the VIP audience with the palace Diwan-i-Khas, Rang Mahal, Khas Mahal Palace. Moti Mahal is the emperor to church and built. The place of women living in the palace later became the residence of the British soldiers, and now as the Red Fort Archaeological Museum (Red Fort Museum of Archaeol-ogy) exhibited some paintings of the Mughal period, and weapons. Had the poem wrote: "If there is a heaven on earth, heaven here." Acura is building. But from the sixth emperor of the Mughal Empire, the country began to decline, territorial local forces and the British carved up. Anti-British uprising in India in 1857 to rebuild the Mughal Empire, the ethnic rebel army and the British in this fierce fighting, gorgeous palace devastated. Can now see only the residual part of the time. Every year on August 15 (Independence Day), to be held in the large memorial to miss the past glory of the empire. Open Day: Sunrise to Sunset Closed: Monday Admission: $ 2 (Rs 100). With the camera you need to add 25 rupees to the ticket office next to the Lahore Gate.
These are the seven wonders of India. If u visit India, Do visit to these places, it will be a great journey for you. I really like these places.

Tuesday, 14 August 2012

Best Tourist Places In New Delhi

Top 10 Tourist Places In New Delhi

New Delhi is a very good destination for anyone who love to travel and enjoy. If you want to see historical and many other lovely places, you can choose New Delhi as one of your destination. New Delhi is capital of India and this territory states have many beautiful places. Out of these beautiful places Top 10 are :


   1. Lotus Temple


   The Lotus Temple is one of the best place to visit in New Delhi.  It's like a lotus flower according to shape. During night time, it is a very sweet place of attraction. It is Made of white marble and belongs  to the Bahai Faith, which proclaims the unity of all people and religions. Everybody is welcome to   worship there. Around Lotus Temple there is garden like place, which is best for picnic. 

 Address: Near Nehru Place, south New Delhi.
Cost For Entry: Free.

    2. India Gate


     India Gate at the center of New Delhi is a war memorial, constructed in the memory of all soldier who died in British War I. This is very good at evening and night time. Many people visit here to see it.

Address: Rajpath, near Connaught Place, New Delhi.
Cost For Entry:  Free



3. Chandni Chowk



In New Delhi, Chandni Chowk is a main and very busy street. This Chandni Chowk is a very busy market too. There are numerous places to buy and sell things in New Delhi, Chandni Chowk is one of the best from them. Every time Chandni Chowk have a big rush of peoples, two wheeler, four wheeler and many other vehicles. I really love to visit this. If you want to eat something street food, Chandni Chowk is right place for you. 

Address: Old Delhi, near the Red Fort and Jama Masjid.
Cost For Entry: Free.


4. Humayun's Tomb




Humayun's Tomb is something like Taj Mahal in Agra, because it was the inspiration for the Taj Mahal's creation.  Humayun's Tomb was built in 1570 by second Mughal emperor, Humayun. This was the first of this type of Mughal architecture to be built in India


Address: Nizamuddin East, New Delhi. Near the Nizamuddin train station, off Mathura Road.
Cost For Entry: 250 rupees for all above 15 year of age. Free for below 15 year of age children.




5. Lodi Gardens


 
Lodi Gardens is a very beautiful and sweet garden, and is the right place to visit you're feeling tired and stressed. The Lodi Gardens were constructed by the British in 1936. In morning and evening times, yoga practitioners, Joggers, and young couples come here and enjoy.


Address: Lodi Road, not far from Humayun's Tomb.
Cost For Entry: Free.


6. Qutab Minar



Qutab Minar is the tallest minaret in the world built by brick. This construction is a very amazing  early Indo–Islamic architecture.  Qutab Minar was built in 1206. But no one knows the reason why it was built. Many think that it was built to signify victory and the starting of Muslim rule in India, while some say it was used to call the faithful to prayer.

Address: Mehrauli, south New Delhi.
Cost For Entry: 250 rupees for all above 15 year of age. Free for below 15 year of age children.


7. Gandhi Smriti


 Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, was bump offed on January 30, 1948. Gandhi Smriti is the exact place where this was happened.  He stayed here for 144 days before his death. His sleeping room is kept the same how he left it. Almost everything is here at Gandhi Smriti, which give us a closer look to Gandhi's personality and love about nation.
Address:  5 Tees January Marg, central New Delhi.
Cost For Entry: Free.



8. Garden of Five Senses




 

The Garden of Five Senses is a very beautiful place to come for one to remove their tiredness and stress of daily work. As its name suggests, this has been specifically designed to awaken all five senses. It is of 20 acres area. It includes plants and flowers,  rocks,  murals, waterfalls, ceramic bells, quirky sculptures,and spiral walkways.   

Address: Said-ul-ajab village, M.B. Road, near to the Mehrauli heritage area in New Delhi. Near Saket.
Cost For Entry: Free.


9. Red Fort  



  Red Fort is Delhi's most famous and historical monument. It was constructed by mughal emperor Shah Jahan. It covered a total of 254.67 acres. The walls of Red Fort widen to 2 km. Dwan-e-Aam and Diwan-e-Khas are very lovely places to see in Red Fort.
Address: Opposite Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
Cost For Entry: 250 rupees for all above 15 year of age. Free for below 15 year of age children.


10. Jama Masjid


Jama Masjid is another very good designed structure and biggest mosque in India. Inside Jama Masjid  25,000 devotees can worship at a time. It took 13 years in construction, and was finished in 1650. It is a very devotee place to muslim. 

Address: Opposite Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi. Near the Red Fort.
Cost For Entry: Free, but a camera fee applies.


I like these places very much. These are very beautiful and historical places in New Delhi. I am sure that it will be a very good experience to visit these places.