Some Minor Monuments of Agra

Chhatri of Raja Jaswant Singh

CHHATRI OF RAJA JASWANT SINGH

One of the lesser known monuments in Agra is the Chhatri of Raja Jaswant Singh. In Hindi, chhatri means an umbrella. Thus, one can visualize the chhatri as a monument built either over a grave of a lesser known Muslim courtier, or over the cremation site of a lesser known Hindu chieftain. Just like an umbrella, the chhatris are dome shaped pavilions frequently used as an architectural statement in central Indian states of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. The chhatris in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan are quite famous, where they have been built over the cremation sites of some eminent individuals. The Shekhawati style chhatris may range from simple one dome structures resting on four pillars to highly ornamented elaborate buildings with multiple domes resting over a basement comprising of several rooms. In many instances, the interiors of chhatris in Shekhawati region are a riot of color, which attract a huge turnout.

RED TAJ MAHAL OF AGRA

In contrast to the illustrious white Taj Mahal of Agra, which was built by a besotted husband for his ethereally beautiful wife, the widow of John William Hessing built a Red Taj Mahal in 1803 A.D. over her husband’s grave in Agra to commemorate her abiding love for her departed husband. Colonel John William Hessing was a Dutch soldier who hailed from Utrecht, Holland. He had joined the Dutch E.I. Company in 1752 A.D. which posted him in Ceylon. He saw action while the Dutch troops captured Candia. Later, he offered his military services to a number of rulers in India.

BHISTI KA MAQBARA

The Bhishti ka Maqbara is located within the premises of the Civil Court in Agra. Bhishti in Urdu means water bearer as their job was to supply potable water by carrying it in goatskin bags. At other times, they sprayed water on dusty north Indian roads and courtyards to keep the dust away. This monument is also known as Jhun Jhun Katora, apparently in view of its shape as an inverted bowl.  As per legends, it is considered to be the tomb of one Maulana Hasan, who originally hailed from Persia but had settled down in Agra. Local folklore attests him to be a prominent devotee of Sheikh Salim Chishti of Fatehpur Sikri and he had earned wide reputation as a saint in his own right. He was a contemporary of Sikandar Lodhi and Salim Shah Sur. This tomb has been constructed in Tughlaq – Lodhi style, with a brick and plaster dome resting on an octagonal base. The dome reflects some inscriptions, probably in Persian, but they are difficult to decipher.

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Announcing Desert Safari on India tours

Desert safari would be rare experience for any tourism.  It will give distinct tourism experience to the tourist. India tours offer this unusual experience of desert safari to the excursion lovers. Spending the vocational time in sand dunes will keep you engage in day as well as night. Jaisalmer offers the amazing tour to the desert safari in India.

Location
Jaisalmer is the largest district in the state Rajasthan. It explores the Indian desert through sandy waste. One more special thing about the place is situated near the border of Pakistan and India. The town positions on a range of yellowish sandstone and lies in the heart of desert.

Superlative moment
The city always busy with the crowed tourist comes for having fun of desert safari. During October to March flood of tourist come to explore the charm of desert in India. Another best time to visit the Jaisalmer is in January or February, because Desert festival celebrated presenting the cultural art of ethic tradition.

Recall memoirs
As other places in India, Jaisalmer also has glorious history. The city was founded by the Raja Rawal Jaisal, a Bhatti Rajput leader. Due to the historical influence becomes major tourist destination and cultural focal point of India.

Charms of the city
Camel safari through the desert is the main charm of the tour to India in Jaisalmer.  Camel is the super way to travel through the local villages in district. Other charm includes the places like Havelies, Palaces, Jaisalmer Fort and Trikoot Ghar and ancient Jain temples.

Art and culture
Tourists visit to Jaisalmer just to explore traditional art of the country through dance and music. Enjoying the traditional dance and music on sand of desert in night would be wonderful and royal experience.

Accommodation
State Rajasthan is famous for its luxury and royal welcome. With the Luxury hotels, city also provides budget and economy hotels also, which is the best part for tourist choice. Food is the integral part of the culture, so having real test of traditional cuisine is also delightful experience.

Taj Mahal Tours By Road: More Popular Because Of Newly Constructed Highway

After the construction of Delhi-Agra highway, Delhi- Agra tours by road are getting popularity. Delhi tour operators offer more one day Taj Mahal tours options by deluxe vans and cabs that are convenient and comfortable both.

Watching Taj in moon night is always a burning desire of people either from India or from other countries. Even the tourists from Arabian countries, famous for mughal architect, love to be here for hew hours and enjoy the eternal beauty of Taj Mahal at Agra In India. As it is hottest destination for the tourists, who love to be out of daily routine or who look for short visits during their New Delhi stay, India tour operators are paying special attention to one-day Taj Mahal tour.

Although Tajmahal tour fun can be clubbed with other tour packages like 3 days Golden Triangle tours or Delhi –Jaipur  3 days tours but one day Agra tour is best choice for the tourists who have limited time. The international tourists, flocking in Indian Capital city on health tourism, love to be here for few hours and to certify the monumental beauty with a purpose.

Let's Go to Taj Mahal - Wonder of The World

To make Taj visits more convenient and economy, India travel tour operators especially at Delhi offer new options of transportation. Small cabs and deluxe vans are being liked by the tourists who love to have more spaces for legs and extra boot space for luggage. These  new modes of transportation have overcome the car tours to Taj mahal because vans and cabs tours are more economy. About the latest trend in Tajmahal tourism, Famous Agra Tour Operator says, “Some years back, bag packer tourists with tight budget used to visit Agra by Trains but this option used to be inconvenient for the tourists staying in the hotels nearby airport because of long distant. Tour companies offer pick up and drop facility to the tourists at their desired destinations. Plus, tourists get more time to stay in Agra and to visit more world famous heritages.”

After the completion of Delhi-Agra highway, road travel has become comfortable and time saving; if you have previous experience of Delhi-Agra road travel forget that and be ready to glide in comfortable AC vans modified for extra space

Agra Mahotsava: Concluded Without Much Promises For Tourism Industry

Summary
The main aim of Agra Mahotsava is to attract more influx of international tourists to Agra; and perhaps, this aim was left behind this time. Tour operators would never want this spot to go dull. Some North India tour operators at New Delhi have decided to fight back by introducing more pocket friendly Agra tour packages.

Agra Mahotsava concluded just few days ago with a large note that encourages the tourists and North India tour operators both. Though this time, some criticism surfaced in the air about the way it was organized and managed but some people were happy too. The main concern of people unhappy with this annual event was about making the entire event a showcase for bureaucrats. Some people complain for making it a platform to serve political interests. Feelings may be different, but one thing is definite. The main aim of this event is to attract more international tourists for Agra tours; and perhaps this time, this aim was left behind.

However, every development has some positives also. This time too, Agra Mahotsava came in to the lime light because of many new announcements. Some of announcements are really encouraging for the tourism industry. The invitation to industrialists for investing In UP including the Agra promises a great future for the hotel industry. If this Taj city joins the development race for next century, the opportunities to grow would be unlimited to grab.

The local voices are being raised to preserve and develop local art and tourists attractions. We can expect some early announcements of programs supporting the Agra tour industry. Agra has been the prime choice among the North India tourism destinations; so, the tour operators would never want this spot to go dull. Some tour operators at New Delhi have decided to fight back with the incompetency of government officials to bring the desired results of Agra Mohotsava. In same bid, they now introduced more variety of two or one day Agra tours to suit to match every budget.

Now many North India tour operators offer Agra tours by train and mini coaches. Shares coaches are being seen as the best cost effective alternative to taxi tours. The Air conditioned mini busses are quite comfortable and safe; these take almost same time to reach Agra as was needed to reach here by car. Train tours to Agra are also good but this option needs planning much in advance. In case someone is looking for two or three day Golden Triangle kind of package, then it may be a fantastic choice.