What associations do you have when mentioning a country like India? Surely these are some kind of mystical images, symbols, exciting minds and imagination. Visiting major cities in India, you will definitely get more than just good memories and experiences. After all, here even the most ordinary things are perceived in a new way, let alone exotic. No one can resist her spell.
India
This is a state of South Asia, consisting of 28 states, each of which has its own national characteristics. The seven union territories of India are centrally subordinate. The country is located within three strikingly beautiful geographical areas: the Indo-Gangetic Plain, the Himalayan Mountains and the Deccan Plateau on the Hindustan Peninsula. The local climate is comfortable at any time of the year depending on the purpose of the trip, so tours to India are popular year-round. So, let's take a closer look at the large and truly ancient cities of India.
New Delhi - the capital
It is here that all the main government agencies of the country are located. In 1991, New Delhi had a population of 294,000. The city is divided into two parts: Old and New. Old Delhi in ancient times was the capital of the Indian Muslim state, so there are many old forts, monuments, mosques. New Delhi is riddled with long shady boulevards - a real
imperial city. This place is the grave of many empires and the birthplace of the republic, so every visitor feels in the air an incomprehensible and bewitching mixture of new and old.
Agra
Many cities in India were previously the residences of various empires. Agra, for example, was the capital of the
Mongol Empire. Agra Fort was repeatedly mentioned in literary works, captured on art films. It was in this city that the monument of “Immortal Love” - the Taj Mahal - found its place. This white marble tomb, looking the same as 2.5 centuries ago, is the tourist emblem of India and the most extravagant monument of human love.
The Taj Mahal was erected by the emperor Shah Jahan for his second wife, who died in 1631 during the birth of the 14th child.
Jaipur
Considering all the cities of India, this one is distinguished by its pink hue. Most of the buildings in the old part of Jaipur, on the orders of the Maharajah Ram Singh, were painted pink, symbolizing hospitality. This was done to meet the Prince of Wales. Among the countless attractions of this city of India, one can especially highlight the Palace of the Winds, the City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Fort Amber.
Mumbai or Bombay
This is the largest metropolis in the country. If we consider all the coastal cities of India, then Mumbai is the youngest of them. About 15 million people live here. The main tourist area of the city is called Kolaba. Life in this place is in full swing: innumerable hotels, restaurants and shops. Bombay is the capital of Indian cinema, a commercial and at the same time financial center of the country. Arriving here, you must definitely see the Gateway of India, the promenade Marine Drive and the most beautiful train station in Asia - Victoria. Have a magical journey!