CHANDNI CHOWK
One of the main markets of Delhi, Chandni Chowk was once
lined with beautiful fountains. But today the place is
very crowded and congested. Chandni Chowk is located opposite
the Red Fort. The Area has got the Digamber Jain Temple
which houses the Birds hospital. On one end of Chandni
Chowk is the Fatehpuri Mosque which was erected by the
wives of Shah Jahan. Opposite the old police station or
the Kotwali is the Sunheri Masjid from where Nadir Shah
ordered his troops to plunder and massacre Delhi.
THE GHATS
Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places were
the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated.
The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A simple
square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma
Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948. To
North of Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of Jawaharlal
Nehru named as Shanti Van. The cremation ground of Indira
Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi are also in the
vicinity. The cremation ground of Lal Bahadur Shastri
is nearby.
JAMA MASJID
One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama
Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi
but in India. Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three
gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets.
You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off
your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed
before entering. One can also go to the top of minarets.
From here you can have a birds eye view of Delhi.
RED FORT
Built in Red Sand stone this imposing fort is 3 kms in
perimeter with the height of the wall varying from 18
to 30 meters at places. When the Red fort was being built
Yamuna used to flow on its one sides and there were deep
moats on the other. Today Yamuna flows almost a kilometer
away from the fort and the moats have dried up. In the
evening the Delhi Tourism organises a light and sound
show which narrates the history of Delhi in context of
the Red Fort.
The
Lahore gate, the main entrance, has some emotions and
sentiments attached with the Indian independence as the
Tricolour flutters on the top of this gate. On 15th August
the Indian Prime minister addresses the nation from here.
As soon one enters in the fort from the Lahore gate There
is a small Bazzar, here all kinds of items are available.
This Shopping arcade was known as the Mina Bazar and was
open only to women on Thursdays`s during the Mughal era.
The
arcade leads to the Naubat Khana or the drum house where
the Musicians used to play drums on the arrival of Emperors
or princes. Just above the Naubat Khana is the Indian
war memorial museum which has a rich collection of armours,
guns, swords, and other items related to war.
The
Dewan-i-Am or the place of public hearing had a wall paneled
with marble in laid with precious stone which were removed
during the mutiny of 1857. The Dewan-i-Khas or the place
for special hearing was the area where the emperor used
to hold meetings with his ministers. Next to Dewan-i-Khas
are the royal baths or the Hammams and Shahi Burj which
are closed for public viewing. The white marbled Moti
Masjid or the pearl mosque was the private mosque for
Aurangzeb.
QUTAB
MINAR
In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a
victory tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque.
From a base of 14.32 mtrs. it tapers to 2.75 mtrs. at
a height of 72.5 mtrs. It is still the highest stone tower
in India, one of the finest stone tower in India, one
of the finest Islamic structures ever raised and Delhi`s
recognised landmark. It was completed by the Sultan`s
successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish. The tomb of Iltutmish,
which he himself built in 1235, is nearby, Its interiors
are profusely decorated with calligraphy, though the dome
has collapsed.
INDIA GATE
India Gate is a 42m high stone arch of triumph. It bears
the name of the 85,000 Indian Army Soldiers who died in
the campaigns of WW1, the North-West Frontiers operations
and the 1919 Afghan Fiasco. Below the arch is the memorial
to the unknown soldier. India Gate is surrounded by green
grass lawns and trees.
THE PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Sansad Bhawan or the Parliament house is the supreme law
making body in the country. It is the center of power
and politicians decide the fate of the Indian Democracy
here. Visitors are not allowed inside the house but when
the house is in session, visitors may take permission
to go inside and watch the proceedings of the house. The
parliament consists of three halls- Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha
and the central hall. For the foreign visitors permits
are given only after they obtain an introductory letter
from the respective embassy.
HUMAYUNS TOMB
It was built by Humayun`s widowed Queen Haji Begum, in
the 16th century. Architecturally the forerunner of the
Taj Mahal, it stands in Nizamuddin, which has Mughal architecture
at its graceful best.
AGRA
CITY TOUR
(1) TAJ MAHAL - one of the Seven Wonders of the World
was built by Shah Jahan in 1631 AD and was completed in
1651AD. Taj Mahal - The symbol of Love was built in the
memory of Mumtaz Mahal (Shah Jahan` s second Wife).
(2) AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar
in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone.
Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque,
which is a major tourist attraction. After Agra Fort we
will visit BABY TAJ - The interiors of which are considered
better than the Taj.
SATVIK
SADAN
A)PRAKRUTI NIRUPAN - You will get to determine the diet
suited to your particular body temperament based on ayurvedic
texts.YUKTA
AAHAAR - You will be introduced to The Satvik `aahaar`,
a tasty vegetarian diet which is healthy for the body,
easy on the stomach, using minimum oil and spices. This
would be made considering individual disposition and season,
for the duration of your stay.
Thereafter
on a daily basis you will be introduced to...
A)
Yoga asanas, -relevant yogic exercises, which they practice
independently or under expert guidance..Choice also of
Outdoor activities -The guest takes in the ambience, tours
around nearby tourist spots and does nature sight seeing.
There are options of very interesting and picturesque
day treks, hiking, boating and non violent sport fishing.
B)YOGIC & AYURVEDIC tips - techniques to relax, overcome
stress and for greater vigor and endurance.
C) SNEHANA - Ayurvedic/ aromatic, acupressure massage
of 45 minutes
D) PARAAMARSH - Session of lifestyle management counseling
to help them unite their principle objectives in life
with such lifestyle that contributes to their health,
peace and happiness.
E)AGNIHOTRA - Participate in the Agnihotra ceremony (offering
of herbal oblations into fire along with mantra recitation)
- the sound vibrations generated by the mantras and the
fumes from the fire are beneficial to health This ceremony
is subject to suitable weather conditions.
Arrive
Garhwal. Check in at Anada Spa.
Ananda Spa
Check in at Anada Spa. Yoga at Ananda is completely pure
and traditional in form, stemming from the roots of Hatha
yoga and adapting it to suit individual needs. It is a
disciplined science encompassing all aspects of life in
different ways and levels to balance the mind, body and
spirit. This helps us to restore perfect health and leads
us from consciousness to super consciousness, resulting
ultimately in eternal bliss or Sat-Chitt - Ananda which
is the aim of Yoga.
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