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Albert Hall Museum

Built-in 1887, the Albert Hall Museum is one of the significant attractions in Jaipur. Located in the Ram Niwas Garden, it was a brainchild of British designer and architect Samuel Swinton Jacob. With the assistance of Mir Tujumool Hoosein, Jacob succeeded in giving the structure an Indo-Saracenic touch. Initially built as a town hall, it was later turned into a museum. Maharaja Ram Singh named it as Albert Museum to honor the then Princes of Wales, Albert Edward who was visiting at that time. The museum houses a rich collection of artifacts including paintings, jewelry, carpets, metal sculptures, and crystal works and coins from the Gupta, Kushan, Delhi Sultanate, Mughal and British periods. A very popular attraction of the museum is a very old Egyptian Mummy. With a grand collection of artifacts spread across 16 galleries, the museum is not only beautiful from the inside but also far more splendid on the outside. In the evening, the entire structure is deemed in yellow light which makes it look like gold. A paradise for history fanatics, the museum is apt enough to blow anyone's mind.

Also known as the Government Central Museum, the Albert Hall Museum is the oldest place of an exhibition in the state of Rajasthan. Opened in 1887, the institution is home to multiple galleries showcasing artifacts collected from all across the world. A large compilation of ancient objects ranging from coins, jewels, paintings, furniture, and much more adorn the galleries of the museum. Surrounded by serene gardens, it is located in the Ram Niwas Garden of Jaipur City.

Red Fort

The Red Fort also known as Lal Quila stands majestically at the Netaji Subash Marg of the Old Delhi. It is also known as Qila-E-Mubarak since it is looked upon as a monument of blessings. Influenced by Mughal as well as Persian design, the Red Fort gets its name from the most prominent feature of its architectural design, the huge red sandstone. The huge walls of Red Fort extend to almost 2 Kilometers, that cannot be camouflaged, no matter where you stand in Chandni Chowk.

Red Fort is yet another contribution of Shah Jahan, built in the 17th century when he shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi. Shah Jahan used to perform all his administrative duties at this fort. Red Fort is also listed in the World Heritage Site by the UNESCO authorities. The controversial Kohinoor diamond used to reside here, before it was displaced. Whether the diamond was stolen or given away is yet a controversial issue. The Lahori Gate is the main gate to the palace. Flag hoisting takes place right up head this gate, with hundreds of spectators as the Prime Minister proudly hoist the flag on Independence day. 

The Red Fort gives a peek of the Royal lifestyle led by the Mughals, with well-maintained gardens and many other smaller mahals that are encapsulated in the Red Fort including Mumtaz Mahal, Khas Mahal, and Rang Mahal. Our Multilingual Guide narrates the rich history behind the spectacular views on tour.

The most iconic attraction of Delhi, the Red Fort is another splendid piece of architecture built by Shahjahan. Completed in the year 1648, it nearly took 8 years to complete this majestic structure. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it was the site for various conquests by several dynasties including the Mughals, Afghans, Marathas and the British. Standing upon an area of 255 acres of land, the fort has huge walls towering at a height between 59 to 108 feet. A fine example of Mughal architecture it housed various ornaments, jewels, lushful gardens, palaces which were devastated by invading forces.


Golden Temple Amritsar

India is home to numerous religions, and one of these is a focused in the northern Indian territory of Punjab: Sikhism. Its followers have confidence in a solitary God, and in the lessons of 10 holy gurus. The temples, or gurdwaras, in the city of Amritsar, are both the profound and administrative place for 20 million Sikhs worldwide. This is the holiest sanctuary in the Sikh confidence. Master Ramdas Sahib, the fourth of 10 Sikh masters, developed the temple and its pool during the 1500s as a place of worship for all.

Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib or Sri Harmandir Sahib is the most significant pilgrimage site for Sikhs in India. People visit this temple to make the most of its architectural factor, ceremonies and for pilgrimage. As per SGPL official, more than one lakhs enthusiasts visit this holy place each day. In this way, the World Book of Records has pronounced that the Golden Temple is the most visited spot of the World. No trip to Amritsar is finished without a visit to the Golden sanctuary. 

Talking about the temple, the temple is divided into two floors. The ground floor has a sacred scripture of Guru Granth Sahib. This sacred text is reclaimed to the room in another structure inside the complex for four hours in one day. The upper floor is changed into a gallery. The roof of this floor is brightened with decorated structure and gems. The stair walls have paintings of Gurus of the religion.

The temples remain on a marble stage and sit inside a pool called Amrit Sarovar (the pool of nectar). Bathing in the pool is viewed as a sacred thing that will reestablish powers and lead to everlasting salvation. The clock tower, another spot at the place is likewise called the lost palace. The British annihilated the first Golden Temple and constructed a clock tower in its place. The clock tower was later crushed while building the new temple. Where the clock tower once stood is currently a passage and it has a clock. This passageway has an upper floor, which holds a historical museum. This passageway is still called as the clock tower. Another major part of the temple is the Langer. Master Ram Das Langer or the community kitchen is situated inside the complex. This kitchen holds a feasting hall as well. Food is served each day to all guests. Only vegetarian food is served. Individuals need to sit on the floor in columns to eat.

The nearest international air terminal is situated in Raja Sansi. It is around 11 km far from Amritsar. You can take a taxi to achieve the downtown area in 20 minutes. You can also take the bus from different states like Delhi, Chandigarh, and others. Or can commute by train as well. 

Jahanpanah Heritage Walk

This beautiful heritage walk will give you insights into the ruined city of Jahanpanah. An enthralling and spectacular experience as you relive the times during the reign of the most ingenious emperors of India, Muhammad bin Tughluq. Witness the mesmerizing storytelling of one of the ancient cities in the Old Delhi district. It was the fourth walled-city built with fortifications after Siri, Lal Kot, and Tughlaqabad. The sole purpose of establishing this city was to protect the Sultanate from invading Mongols. Home to several monuments, the name Jahanpanah in Persian means 'The Refuge of the World'. Explore the crumbled remains of this old city which includes monuments like Adilabad fort, Begampur Mosque, Bijay Mandal Palace, Kalusarai Mosque, Serai Shaji Mahal, and much more. Each of the monuments offers mystical background stories and facts good enough to enchant you. It is believed that the city was left in ruin due to the change of capital to Daulatabad or the fall of the Tughlaq Dynasty. You will get to discover theatrical performances based on the life of Emperor Muhammad bin Tughluq. His visions, ideas, and day-to-day practices will leave you in awe about this long-gone personality. 

The marvellous heritage walk will leave you in awe, as you explore the ancient walled city of Jahanpanah. Experience the enchanting storytelling in this tour which will make you relive the moments of the Tughlaq empire. Apart from checking out numerous monuments, discover the reality behind the dual life of Emperor Muhammad bin Tughluq with a spectacular theatrical performance.

Gates of Delhi Tour

Witness the dynamism of Old Delhi in this splendid heritage walk. This tour will take to the battered and age-old gates of Delhi. Out of the 14 gates, only 5 stand currently with all that is left of them. The most prominent being the Turkman Gate which is located near the Ram Leela Maidan. Named after the Sufi saint Shah Turkman Bayabani, it houses the tomb of the respective saint till date. Old Delhi is well-known for its Pigeon keeping and breeding tradition. Listen to captivating stories of pigeon fights by a bird keeper near the Turkman Gate. An 8th-century monument, Turkman Gate is believed to be built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a part of his city Shahjahanabad. It is home to exclusive handicrafts works housing shops selling various kinds of beads. Get a chance to interact with the local shopkeepers and get to know intriguing stories about the past. Later, brace yourself for compelling storytelling of the Razia Sultan known as the only female ruler of Delhi. A fulfilling tour is full of extravagance that will leave you wanting for more.

This iconic heritage walk will take you beyond the mystic Gates of Delhi. Explore the longstanding and the oldest Gate in Old Delhi, Turkman Gate. Get around and hear the intriguing stories related to the place. Enchanting tales of local pigeon fights and ancient markets will leave you spellbound. Appreciate the vast history of this region as you conclude this tour with the gripping tale of Razia Sultan, India's Only female Muslim ruler at that time.