Classical India, a Pitcher Full of Nectar

Classical India, a Pitcher Full of Nectar 

Classical India was a time, when nectar used to flow as a river. The very first literature of the world was written by the side of this nectar. In fact, the Classical India is still living in the contemporary life of the India. And perhaps, amongst all the great civilizations of the world, China and India is still living in their antique past, with only modern manifestation of the present life. Remarkable collection of historic and contemporary sacred architecture that draws inspiration from a variety of religious denominations still dwells in the modern structures. Several temples and pagodas with their psychedelic expressions are still important places of pilgrimage and rituals that are in practice in the Indian life. Colourful festivals can still ink deepest impression, even on the most temple-weary travellers. Perhaps this is the typical ways India communicates to those, who seek to her, the value that had been the pitcher full of nectar. No less impressive are the silently grand Buddhist cave temples and monasteries – some of them more than 2000 years old – sprinkled across the country.

India’s mosques, like Delhi’s majestic Jama Masjid, Sikh temples - Amritsar’s gold-plated fairy-tale shrine, and Rajasthan’s elegant, ornate Jain temples equally evoke the divinity of the spirit of India. The spectacle of Classical India is arranged in a way will give you a wonderful insight into the religious and cultural heritage of incredible India that cannot be seen elsewhere. We bet you that during the tour, you will experience something different and unforgettable in each city, which will remain engraved in your heart. Delhi will offer a combination of everything from magnificent forts, mosques, food to shopping. Agra will take you back to the golden period of the Mughals Empire. Jaipur will offer you myriad glimpses of grandeur and valour of the Rajputana rule and Varanasi will lift up your spirits, in the city of Shiva, beyond any beginning and end. Embark upon your journey of the wonder that India was.

Delhi for you: Raj Ghat (the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi) and Shanti Vana (the cremation site of Jawaharlal Nehru), Jama Masjid and drive past the Red Fort and the Chandni Chowk. Qutub Minar (built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199), Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch) and Lakshmi Narayan Temple (a modern Hindu Temple). President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre.

Jaipur for you: Jaipur popularly known as the Pink City, built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. On arrival at Jaipur, check in at pre-booked hotel. Excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, enjoy the experience of ride on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Amber Fort is the classic romantic Rajasthani Fort Palace. Enjoy tour of famous "Pink City" and its City Palace with a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Central Museum, Jantar Mantar - the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh are some of the important monuments apart from the city palaces. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions is the landmark monument that shares the image of Jaipur, across the world.

Fatehpur Sikri for you: Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece in sandstone with stunning elegance of its palaces & courts. Diwan-e-Khas; Punch Mahal, the Tomb of Salim Chishti, and the Buland Darwaza are the medieval structures, which will delight your sight amidst this ghost town that had been abandoned due to scarcity of water.

Agra for you: Incomparable Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonders of the World, at Sunrise (closed on Friday). The most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17. Wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone. Agra Fort from where you can get the most moving view of the Taj that lies across the river Yamuna.

Orchha for you: Bundela school of Painting. Visit Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Raj Praveen Mahal, Chaturbhuj Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Orchha Palace and Panoramic view of Betwa River. Spend some peaceful days amidst the woods of Bundelkhand.

Khajuraho for you: Explore Khajuraho and its magnificent temples of erotica built between 950 A.D. and 1050 A.D. Khajuraho - world heritage town. Western group of Temples consisting of the massive Laxman Temple dedicated to lord Vishnu, the Laxmi and Varaha temples dedicated to Vishnu's consort Laxman, the Kandariya Mahadev temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and the Chausath Yogini temple dedicated to goddess Kali. Archaeological museum with its collection of stone sculptures of the Chandela dynasty will mesmerize your senses in its artistry.

Varanasi for you:

Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Kala Museum, Temples of Varanasi, Golden Temple dedicated to lord Shiva, the Durga temple dedicated to goddess Durga. Interestingly the Durga Temple is also known as the Monkey Temple. Enjoy boat ride on the Ganges to witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest religions. Visit Sarnath where Buddha preached his first discourse in the deer park to set in motion the 'Wheel of the Dharma'.

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