Rajastán profundo con Gujarat y Mumbai

Sobre la destinació: Located on the banks of river Yamuna and in the northern part of the country, Delhi is India's capital city and the home of the Government. Delhi is a huge chaotic city, full of contrasts. While Delhi is in many ways the essence of modern India, because of its long history, it has many ancient and medieval monuments, archaeological sites and important remains and it is considered one of the oldest existing city in the world. Delhi is divided between the narrow, overcrowded alleys of Old Delhi, including its main street Chandni Chowk, where not much has changed in recent times, and the wide, clean tree-lined streets of New Delhi. The government and its offices reside in New Delhi, the official capital, while most of its historic neighborhoods and monuments lie in Old Delhi. Delhi inherited an astonishing number of splendid monuments from various architectural periods and it is just a joy to wander around this fascinating metropolis. Nonetheless, the main touristic sights not to be missed are the Red Fort, the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub complex, the National Museum, the largest mosque in India Jama Masjid, the India Gate, Gandhi Smriti, Lodi Gardens and the Lotus Temple. Mysterious and magical, Delhi is today a bustling cosmopolitan metropolis with trendy lounge bars, theme restaurants, nice shops and everything there is to expect of a modern capital city. Delhi is a city of the present and future, but it is deeply steeped in history and has a lot to show for it.

Sobre la destinació: Agra is situated in the state of Uttar Pradesh and is the state’s third biggest city. Part of the city lies on the banks of the Yamuna River. The biggest attraction in Agra is the magnificent Taj Mahal, the 7th Wonder of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Other UNESCO World Heritage sites found in Agra are the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. The Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife. The Taj Mahal is regarded by many as the finest example of Mughal architecture, it combines elements from Persian, Ottoman Turkish and Indian architecture. The city was once the capital of Mughal Empire and is a picturesque riverine city along the Yamuna River enriched with Mughal's palaces, forts, tombs, beautiful gardens and the old Mughal Bazar. The old part of the city is a very interesting place to stroll around its narrow lanes and just observe the people. Agra is an amazing and very interesting city, home to very important monuments, like the world’s famous Taj Mahal or the fantastic Agra Fort, places that will remain in any visitor’s memory for life.

Sobre la destinació: Jaipur, also known as 'the Pink City,' is the capital of Rajasthan in India. Jaipur is often called the Pink City in reference to its distinctly coloured buildings, which were originally painted this color to imitate the red sandstone architecture of Mughal cities. The present earthy red color originates from repainting of the buildings undertaken for a visit by the Prince of Wales in 1876. Jaipur is the largest city in Rajasthan and was built in the eighteenth century by Sawai Jai Singh as India's first planned city. Jaipur is a major tourist attraction amongst Indian as well as international travelers. It belongs to the tourist Golden Triangle of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. It hosts several attractions like the City Palace, Govind Dev ji Temple, Vidhan Sabha, Birla Temple, several massive Rajpur forts and so on. It also serves as a stepping stone for travelers heading to the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer.

Sobre la destinació: Pushkar means "born because of a flower". Hindu mythology tells that God released a swan with a lotus flower on its beak and it released the flower on the ground where Brahma could perform his great work. The place where the flower fell was called Pushkar. In addition to this legend, many more can be found on the origin of this town. Pushkar is located about 14 kilometers from Ajmer and about 135 from Jaipur. It is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for Hindus in India. In fact it is a town with very few inhabitants, but continuously flooded by pilgrims.

Sobre la destinació: Jodhpur is the second largest city in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is called the Gateway to Thar, as it is literally on the edge of the Thar Desert. It is also called the Sun City as the sun shines almost every day of the year. Jodhpur is also known as the Blue City, an apt name as most houses in the old city are shades of blue. This is particularly noticeable on the north side of the town, known as Brahmpuri. The Mehrangarh Fort dominates the city and is the largest fort in all Rajasthan. The name "Fort" belies the size of the complex, which houses the Maharaja's palace, several temples and, tucked away in the back, an extensive garden still farmed to this day. Highlights within the palace include the Pearl Hall or Moti Mahal, the Mirror Hall or Sheesh Mahal, the Flower Hall or Phool Mahal, the inner sanctum of the palace, Zenana Deodi and the Chamunda Mataji Temple. The forts and palaces, temples and havelis, culture and tradition, spices and fabrics, color and texture, a booming handicrafts industry, all add up to make this historic city worth a visit.

Sobre la destinació: Ranakpur is a village located in Desuri tehsil near Sadri town in the Pali district of Rajasthan in western India. It is located between Jodhpur and Udaipur. 162 km from Jodhpur and 91 km from Udaipur, in a valley on the western side of the Aravalli Range. The Nearest Railway Station to reach Ranakpur is Falna Railway station. Ranakpur is one among the most famous places to visit in Pali, Rajasthan. Ranakpur is easily accessed by road from Udaipur.

Sobre la destinació: The so-called "City of Lakes" or the "Venice of the East" is located in the state of Rajasthan and is considered by many to be one of the most romantic cities in India. Jewel of the Mewar kingdom, which encompassed part of the Aravali Mountains, Udaipur has up to five lakes that feed its status as "Venice of the East" thanks to its magical panoramas, only interrupted by ancient palaces converted today into the best definition of luxury and splendor. From the medieval charm of the 11 palaces encompassing the famous City Palace, to the 19 chhatris (or Rajasthani cenotaphys) that make up the mausoleum of Ahar, to its Monsoon Palace, erected on top of a hill, Udaipur oozes history on its four sides. A city that invites you to stroll through its streets and admire its craftsmanship, overlook balconies of another time from which to feel part of a lush royal line but, especially, finish any route on Lake Pichola, the heart of Udaipur. An artificial lake whose islets have different resorts including The Leela Palace Udaipur and especially The Taj Lake Palace, two of India's most luxurious hotels.

Sobre la destinació: The city of Ahmedabad is the seventh most population of the India, and it's the largest in the State of Gujarat, It is a city with great attractions and lots of activities, as for example monuments such as the Temple of Akshardham. Although there are more types as the natural attraction of the great Kankaria Lake in which it is very typical to stroll in boat to see everywhere that it hides is also. Although the city is presented as an ideal place to go with family also features busy night as in the Manek Chowk area.

Sobre la destinació: Rajkot is the fourth most populated city in the state of Gujarat, India with more than 1.43 million inhabitants in 2008. It is located on the Kathiawar Peninsula. Rajkot is the administrative headquarters of the homonymous district, located on the banks of the Aji River and the Niari River.

Sobre la destinació: Located in the state of Gujarat in western India, Porbandar is a city especially known for being the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, which is why it is one of the main destinations to understand the life and work of the Hindu icon. A labyrinth of streets spied on by Chowpati Beach, the Indian's main greeting to this fishing and mystical city where you can delve into the whispers of India's recent history. Most itineraries start at Kirti Mandir, Gandhi's birthplace now converted into a center of homage in the heart of Manek Chowk, one of Porbandar's most dynamic bazaars. In addition to this visit, we can enjoy Tara Mandir, one of the oldest planetariums in India; the pink mantle of flamingos at Porbandar Bird Sanctuary; or the Shree Sudama ji Mandiir, one of the few temples dedicated to Sudama, friend of the god Krishna, who lived in this city for years.

Sobre la destinació: The Somnath temple (also known as the Deo Patan) located in Prabhas Patan near Veraval in Saurashtra on the western coast of Gujarat, India is believed to be the first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. It is an important pilgrimage and tourist spot of Gujarat. Reconstructed several times in the past after repeated destruction by several invaders and rulers, the present temple was reconstructed in the Chaulukya style of Hindu temple architecture and completed in May 1951. The reconstruction was started under the orders of the Home Minister of India Vallabhbhai Patel and completed after his death.

Sobre la destinació: Junagadh is the headquarters of Junagadh district in the Indian state of Gujarat. Literally translated, Junagadh means "Old Fort". Located at the foot of the Girnar hills, 355 km southwest of the state capitals Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad, it is the 7th largest city in the state.

Sobre la destinació: Pālītāṇā is a town in Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India. It is located 50 km southwest of Bhavnagar city and is a major pilgrimage centre for Jains. It is first of the two vegetarian cities in the world.

Sobre la destinació: Located in the state of Gujarat in western India, Bhavnagar is an important textile and timber shopping center founded in 1723 as the capital of the princely state of the same name until 1948. A city that evokes a campus of unique attractions to look back on the past and experience the splendor of its palaces and temples, its markets and gardens. Among its main attractions is Nilambagh Palace, epicenter of the city and home to the royal family of the Gohil clan, whose main attraction lies in its colonial architecture. In addition, we can also explore other corners of interest such as Barton Library, a 19th-century library where books whisper in Sanskrit, Hindu, Gujarati or English; Ghandi Smriti, a museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, strolls through the quiet Gaurishankar Lake; or spot peacocks and foxes in Victoria Nature Park, an urban park where you can inspire the nuances of Bhavnagar's social life.

Sobre la destinació: The city of Ahmedabad is the seventh most population of the India, and it's the largest in the State of Gujarat, It is a city with great attractions and lots of activities, as for example monuments such as the Temple of Akshardham. Although there are more types as the natural attraction of the great Kankaria Lake in which it is very typical to stroll in boat to see everywhere that it hides is also. Although the city is presented as an ideal place to go with family also features busy night as in the Manek Chowk area.

Sobre la destinació: Chaotic, cosmopolitan Mumbai, formerly Bombay, is India's commercial and cultural center and its most dynamic city. The city's colorful mix of cultures, ethnicities, religions and languages makes it the most cosmopolitan city in India. Bollywood or the Indian Hollywood is here in Mumbai and hundreds of films are made every year in Mumbai studios. Mumbai is a city of contrasts. The skyscrapers of its skyline, the Gothic and Art Déco architecture of its colonial past and the Indo-Saracenic buildings of the city’s more traditional side give it an eclectic vibe that makes the city quite unique. There is a lot to see in Mumbai, but the main sights are concentrated in South Mumbai. The main attractions to see in Mumbai are the Gateway of India on the seafront, where you can take a day trip to the famous Elephanta Caves, the Prince of Wales Museum, which houses a lot of artefacts worth seeing, the Jehangir Art Gallery, the National Gallery of Modern Art, the Banganga Tank, the Walkeshwar temples, the Hanging Gardens, the Parsi Towers of Silence, Mahatma Gandhi's residence, now converted into a museum, and the Bhau Daji Lad Museum. Exotic Mumbai is a fantastic and exciting destination and India's most culturally active, lively and happening city.