Plan Your Trip To The Kailash Of Himachal, Mani Mahesh – A Journey To The Way To Moksha

The thought of India as a unified nation is not something new or post-colonial, rather it is ancient. It is as old as the days of Mahabharata, when the land of Indus was unified as a single nation, through its places of pilgrimage. In fact, pilgrimage had been India’s primary bonding factor, since antiquity. Amongst its myriad pilgrimages, the one of its kind is the Kailash Yatra. However, as per the Hindu scriptures, there are five Kailash Pilgrimages, where each Kailash is the abode of lord Shiva and situated in different places. Here, we are about to hike the heights of Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas to reach an elevation of 13,390 feet, to the Dal Lake, Manimahesh, Manimahesh, also known as the Manimahesh Lake, close to the Manimahesh Kailash Peak.

Spiritual history that set our course

As per the local Gaddi tribe, before Shiva permanently left for the netherworld of Manasarovar, hallowed Manimahesh Kailash, with coordinates 32°23’42”N 76°38’14”E, used to be the lord’s abode – the Kailash. However, the lord still resides in this Mount Kailash for six months, after which he moves to the netherworld, as usual, leaving the territory to lord Vishnu – here, whose actual abode – Vaikuntha is at Dhancho, along with the heaven of Brahama, cited as a mound, overlooking Bharmaur. And that is the day, which is observed by the Gaddis reverently, every year. This is the day of Janmashthami, the eighth day of the month of August, the birthday of lord Krishna – an incarnation of lord Vishnu. This is the day, when the devotees start their Yatra, and it happens between Janmashthami and Radhashthami. However, while embarking on the journey to this Kailash, it is good to know the other places, those are the legendary home to Kailash – the Shivas abode.

1. Manasarovar Kailash in Tibet
2.  Adi Kailash in Uttarakhand, India
3. Sheikhand Kailash in Himachal Pradesh, India
4. Kinnar Kailash in Himachal Pradesh, India
5. Manimahesh (Chamba) Kailash in Himachal Pradesh, India

Nevertheless, Manimahesh Kailash remains frozen from October to June, making it a no-go time and zone.

Keep your best feet ahead

On the eight day of the new moon period during August and September, the lake of many reverences; beckons its devotees to undertake the hallowed pilgrimage of Manimahesh Yatra. To reach this Kailash, situated in the Bharmour subdivision of Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India, you need to adhere by some information, which will make this state-level pilgrimage a successful one. After all, you are scaling the heights of Manimahesh Lake, whose religious significance comes next to that of the Kailash Yatra of Lake Manasarovar in Tibet. Manimahesh Kailash is the counter part of the Mount Kailash, and is the glacial source to the Ravi River in Himachal Pradesh and Budhil River, also known as the Manimahesh Ganga, whose stream originates from the lake, as a fall at Dhancho. 

The jewel of Shiva and its legends

Manimahesh may not be the most sanctified pilgrimage like the Kailash of Manasarovar or the other Kailash – Adi, Shrikhand or Kinnar Kailash, but it is the Manimahesh Kailash. And, it is shrouded by its legends, clarified by the local, as the rock projections. They are human like in appearances and tell us the hidden history from beyond the time, about a hermit, then a shepherd and many more, who in their futile attempt to reach the summit, remained frozen stiff to the eternal posterity. No one has ever been able to scale to the peak of Manimahesh Kailash. The lake surrounded by the Kailash and various other peaks, with glaciers looming over it, will inspire the least devout pilgrim for the Peak. But, it is recommended that you stay put from doing so. 

A hamlet where life stops in eternal peace

Apart from the legends of the spiritual characters; surrounding this lake, there are legends of the mortals too. How the Dal Lake, Manimahesh became legendary Manimahesh Lake; recalls the tale of a King, who went to bathe in the lake and lost his gold ring. It was the sheer miracle of nature that ring later re-surfaced in the lake. Eventually, the water became the poor man’s heaven, for who could not go to the Kailash Manasarovar for salvation by taking the holy deep. Although, today, what remains of the lake is nothing but a pond, but nonetheless, the lake is still sacred, flooded with gold fish and offers a serene walk around it from the town. It is a place worth a visit. 

The lake can make your visit interesting

It is an exceedingly picturesque spot; you certainly won’t like to miss it. Hardly 2 kilometres from the main market - the oval shaped lake area - will take you amidst the lush green deodar trees and small hills. This area is also famous for the starting point of various small trekking routes. If the little adventure in you tickles your senses, set out for an exciting trekking spree of experiencing the nature and a rush of adventure; juxtaposed by the nature at its best. In case, you are visiting the divine with your family, do not miss the chance to boat in the Dal Lake, Manimahesh. As a special aid to the little ones, there are paddle boats, as well, for them to in for a pleasant surprise. Now, since in time the heights of the immortals have levelled to the destination of the mortals, set out for a small walk through the tall and dense trees, with chirping of the birds around, only to cherish the abode of lord, and how immaculately the divine characters razed it by the Dal Lake, Manimahesh, overlooking the lofty peaks of Manimahesh Kailash. 

Come closer to knowing

By now, if you have already decided upon the Manimahesh trek, there are certain things you must know for survival. Keep a tab on the nearest places, which can you help out from the challenges thrown by the mighty earth.

Nearest City or Town

• Nearest Rail: Pathankot / Chakki Bank(200kms)
• Nearby Towns by Road: Chamba(80kms) / Bharmour(12-13kms)
• Base Camp: Hadsar (0km)

How to reach:

Reference City: New Delhi

Commuting Mode:

• By Train – Overnight journey from Delhi to Pathankot / Chakki Bank > Bus to Chamba or direct to Bharmour > Shared Cab to Hadsar.
• By Bus – Direct Bus to Chamba from Delhi > Shared Cab or Bus to Bharmour > Bus or Shared Cab to Hadsar.

You may also hire a cab direct to Hadsar coming from Pathankot or Chamba.

Additional Information

Total Trek Length:  (13-14) kms

Level: Moderate to Difficult

Accommodation Types:

Paying Guests or Local Stay

Dhancho being the mid-point offers stay on your trek

Hadsar – Dhancho (6-7) kms

Level: Easy to Moderate

Accommodation Types:

Permanent Tents or Camping Tents

Manimahesh Lake for overnight stay

Dhancho - Manimahesh lake (7-8) kms

Level: Moderate to Difficult

Accommodation Types:

Camping Tents

Accommodation options: Stay at Hadsar village at your arrival and for getting refreshed before trek

Seasonal Direction:

May-June / September - October

Advisory: Avoid the Mela rush at the time between Janmashtami and Radha Ashtami( mid Aug-early Sept). However, it bears the essence of this place.

The trekking routes:

• Manimahesh is approached from three routes. 

1) Coming from Lahaul and Spiti through Kugti pass

2) From Kangra and Mandi through Karwarsi pass or Jalsu pass via Tyari village, near Holi in Bharmour

3) The easiest and popular route(as mentioned above) is from Chamba via Bharmour (Bharmour-Hadsar-Manimahesh)

• Apart from having religious significance, this trek offers quite amazing views for nature and photography lovers. Uphill from Dhancho, the climb passes through many zigzag paths along flowered meadows (see pic).
• Talking of natural offerings, Budhil river accompanies you uphill till the point where it forms a beautiful waterfall (known as Dhancho fall).
• At the time of Yatra, there are numerous “free” kitchens (or langar) to feed pilgrims at Dhancho and along the trek above Dhancho.
• Other points of interest on the way to glacial lake are: Bandar Ghati, Bhairon Ghati, Gauri Kund, Kamal Kund and small streams coming from glacier to form waterfalls at multiple points.
  
  

Advisory: 

• There are few points on the trek which are landslide-prone so one should avoid visiting at the time of monsoons
• Carry extra thermals / woollens as nights are always a notch colder at Dhancho or Manimahesh than at Hadsar
• Like an un-said rule, do not litter here to maintain the sanctity of religious and natural habitat
  
  
  
  

Explore Your Fun Packed Weekend Getaway In The Largest Sea Resort And Its Lavish Binge By The Tranquility Of The Longest Seashore In West Bengal

Welcome to Suncity Resort Mandarmani, 187 kilometers southwest from Calcutta. It is the most popular and reputed largest sea resort and tourist spot, spread over a sprawling 100 acres of land, with 134 exquisite rooms, propped with modern architecture, spacious interior, dazzling artifact with a subtle elegance. To bring about a perpetual innovation and complete transformation that best suites the way you stay, it was the first resort to open to retreat, relax, and connect. It is an epitome of travelling brilliantly to the weekend getaways of Calcutta.

Your long awaited lifestyle

After decades of providing reliable service, today the resort stands for leisure or resort travel, business travel, hosting meetings, or celebrating a wedding, and other ceremonies to name a few. Each room of the resort has rich fantastic furnishings and subtly-toned décor with classy shades of hue, set off by neat wooden furniture and strategic lighting. A dedicated theme restaurant, Ruposhi Bangla offers luscious cuisine, whether it is Continental, Chinese or typical Bengali cuisine, you will be served the best, with warmth and round the clock room service, coupled with prompt housekeeping. 

Life is too short to miss the fun

There is also a restaurant clad with soft drinks with delectable snacks and food. The resort has activity packed facilities like spectacular water and dry parks; cable Car ride – a first of its kind in eastern India, toy train rides, and fun rides for children in the Caterpillar to have the thrill of a unique and memorable vacation. Splash around in the water park in its Wave Pool, Waterfall, and Water Slides to rediscover the meaning of joy, or swimming in the sea or just watch the sunset.  In the undying beauty of Mandarmoni resort, as the dusk settles in, the Musical Fountain comes alive to the sound of grooves and jazz, until the gentle sound of the waves afar, makes for a quiet rest. Feel at home, at the Suncity Resort Mandarmani.

Well! It can all happen, without blading your wallet. Rush… 

The Secret of Pace of Nature is her Patience.

The magnificence of Nature's beauty and grace can be felt everywhere as a  divine poetry distinguished by the freshness of her inspiring love for all and the rare purity of her spirit. 

She is the epic of balance in the universe which is strictly classical, ideal and mysterious in her artistry carefully crafted over billions of years.

No wonder that the ancient Greeks philosophised on the word balance for centuries to understand the meaning of limit from which all modern mathematical models have been created that we see affecting our lives in the  even today.

It took mankind more than 100 thousand years to reach the 21st century.

That is is a time frame of less than a nano second in the time scale of the life of the Universe. 

The secret of her pace is patience indeed!

5 Amazing Experiences You Must Know Before You Make Your Trip To Kashmir

Summer is here, and most likely you are all set with your travel plan to enjoy these holidays. The top of the list destinations has a privilege place reserved for the mesmerizing mountains of India. It is the mountains of the north, the Greater Himalayas, provide you with the unique mix of traditions, cultures and demography, absorbed since the ancient time, through the waves of invasions and migrations.

Trip to paradise:

Here, the pressing point is about your vacation plan for this summer, and your trip to Kashmir. O yes, although we are not sure, whether you are making your headway to the fabled Kashmir, but if you are, then grab this handy information of the top five experience you must have, as you visit the place. In fact, the mountains of Kashmir are not just about Kashmir. If you take a closer look you will discover that the destination is further divided into Jammu, Kashmir and of course Leh and Ladakh.

More to see:

Though, these places are separated by the imaginary borders, their identities lie in their topography, culture and demography; quite loud and clear. These are the things to cherish and capture in your memory. Perhaps these answer, why Kashmir is a popular destination? In fact, it is one of the most diverse states in India. Here, Jammu is abounded by the temples and shrines, Kashmir has its picturesque square type mosques, gardens and villages with distinct tin roof houses, and the monastic Ladakh stands tall and lonely with its stark mountain beauties giving an insight to the Tibetan- Buddhism.

Never before experiences:

The top 5 sights and senses in Jammu and Kashmir recommended:

1. Quixotic Dal Lake: Experience the old world paradise by the Dal Lake in a houseboat of the bygone era. Drift across the lake on a vivaciously painted Shikara on its tranquil and mirror-flat waters, which reflects the misty peaks of the lofty Himalayas. Tread the boulevard around the lake to catch the stunning sunrise or sunset. 
2. Monastic Leh: Leh and Ladakh, will make your trip to Kashmir, a trip to remember. Yet, not flooded by the tourists, the place with traditional mud-brick houses, streamlined backstreets, Tibetan-style fort and Stupas, will take you to another age and world.
3. Picturesque Pangong Tso: This is the most famous lake of Ladakh and there is nothing much to see or do, but to gaze over the horizon of the mountain valley and surreal blue water. However, while leaving, you will realize the magnetic nature you are in. You will love the wilderness.
4. Gulmarg Gondola: Experience the most rewarding activity here, through the the Pines to the bare ridge of Mt Affarwat on the Gondola, the second-highest cable car ride in Asia. Have a breathtaking distance view of the soaring peaks of 8126m Nanga Parbat in Pakistan.
5. Nubra Valley: As you descent past the famous Khardungla La Pass, out of nowhere, the Shoyk and Nubra river valley will appear, casting an instant and indelible impression. Your drive, through the little visited lonely villages of Nubra will be like watching a Nat Geo film, except you are in the big screen, you have never seen before.

Romance and remembrance:

While, Kashmir offers you the tantalizing experiences, but if you consider going there driving, nothing will beat the excitement of the journey. It is dotted with mesmerizing views, as you drive from the northern plains to the hills, then to the valley. Beautiful experiences are waiting for you – go get it. 

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Explore The Cities That Slumber In Time, In The Historical Limbo Of Delhi’s Dwelling Past

On the fringe of the Gangetic Plain, where the river Yamuna flows towards the south east, arose in last 3000 years of recorded history, the city of Delhi, where amidst rock and desert, forest and river generations of vanquisher men of religion, artist and literary left their mark. The city of Delhi changed many a times, and the cycle of earth shaking events only confirmed the fame of Delhi, as the seat of power of undivided India.

Explore the capital city of Republic of India that had been the seat of power of several empires. Explore the podium that held the succession of might since the days of Khandava Forest to the Lutyens' Delhi, which is still doing the same in its present time. Live the vibes, lingering for eons, when the city started building its walls for the City of Lord Indra, and celebrated as Indraprastha, the capital of Pandavas – the legendary characters of the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata.

Antiquity to NCR

It will be a journey back to 5000 years, as you will discover yourself in the oldest structure in Delhi – the Purana Quila, which could never, outgrew the legend of Indraprastha. Find yourself back in time of the mythos in Purana Quila, which bears strong belief that the fort has been built over the ancient capital of the opulent and legendary Indraprastha. Feel the depth of your root, as you stand amidst the vast and aging structures of the fort, facing the undated Kunti Temple – revered as the temple of the mother of the Pandavas, Kunti, who once lived here.

As you absorb the essence of your entity and existence, in between the half fallen structures, behold, for you will be standing in the first city of Delhi, which used to be known as Indraprasatha up till 1913. From the antiquity, till modern time, this landscape has suckled seven different cities in the recorded history of cultural shift of the Mauryan, Sunga, Kushana, Gupta, Rajput, Sultanate, and British.

Remnants of the past still live cheek-by-jowl with skyscrapers, residential colonies and bustling commercial complexes, which have turned the city to a 21^st century destination. Experience the mystery, magic and mayhem in the city of Djinns, which now shelters 25 million souls. Explore the distant cousin of the eastern Rome, as you wander the streets of India’s capital, which is weighed down with the relics of lost empires.

The succession of armies stormed across the city on Indo-Gangetic plain and imprinted their marks onto this vanquished city, as they vanished into the rubbles and ruins like the conquerors that preceded them. Modern Delhi will offer you her cacophonous tapestry of medieval fortifications, Mughal mausoleums, dusty bazaars, colonial-era town planning, and mega malls, all in the rhythm of the changing time.

As you visit the city, do not rush; rather give the city a chance to let you fall in love her with sublime self. Let the lesser-known corners of the city enthrall your spirit. Capture the most rewarding times in the city as you spend the moments in the Lodhi Garden at dusk. A medieval evening at Nizamuddin Awulia, while immersing into the mysticism of the Sufi Songs, and other city trails in Old Delhi or a Cycle Rickshaw tour along the Yumuna.

In time, the cities of Delhi have moved up in number with the construction of the Satellite Cities like Noida, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Gurgaon, making it a city of 12 cities, known as New Delhi & NCR (National Capital Region), which also, includes the Lutein’s Delhi. The gleaming transit of metro railways and fast lane roadway connectivity depict a very different and futuristic landscape of the city, which had marched on with the ticking time of Khandaprastha to New Delhi & NCR.

It is easy to spend a day of quality time, while visiting some of the finest museums in the country, here in Delhi, and fathom the essence of curation in the myriad meadows of observation. Its boutiques, handlooms and shopping arcades are famous, across the nation and will offer access to a wealth of traditional and contemporary crafts from all over the country.

Indulge a day in the potpourri of specialty restaurants to treat your taste buds, open parks and gardens ablaze with flowers to relax and rejuvenate, and especially in the winter months, a variety of cultural events to hang around.

Invigorate your senses in the Garden of Five Senses. A park spread over 20 acres, in Saidul Ajaib village, opposite Saket, near the Mehrauli heritage area. It is partly built over a rocky terrain; the garden has various theme areas, including a section on the lines of Mughal Gardens, with pools of water lilies, bamboo courts, herb gardens and solar energy park. However, the garden is famous for its evening ambience. Its many-layered existence is tantalizing and can entice the curious traveller in you into a fascinating journey of discovery. 

All that are so posh and chick, have never been the contemporary upshots. These are rather the labour of the eon of history that defined the place to be the seat of the power. These shifts of power can be stressed back to the first millennium BC, which can offer you a much-older and richer past of 3000 years old. While exploring the four layers and the seven cities of Delhi, much of its antique past, attached with the epic saga of Mahabharata will put you in the oblivion, created by the modern civilization, during the thousand years of ruling of the Muslims and British.

The labyrinth of roads, streets, lanes and by lanes, holding the morass of concrete jungle, which has eventually claimed the natural landscape of Delhi in the most baffling way, will hardly give you any trace of the Great Crossing Place of the Yugas, the place had held. Take a trail of the other cities of Delhi like Lal Kot, the core of the Delhi’s first city in recorded history, built by the Tomar Rajputs. And further, tread to the extended part of this city, created by Prithviraj Chauhan, as the Qila Rai Pitbora.

Travel in the ebb and flow of time as you visit the time of Qutb ud din Aibak, who crowned himself as the Sultan of Delhi and occupied the Rajput fort. To commemorate his victory, he built the Quwwat ul Islam mosque, which is the earliest extant mosque in India, within whose courtyard stands the 4^th Century standard of Lord Vishnu, the famous uncorroded Iron Pillar, and nearby its premises, he raised the towering minaret, where you can spend half a day, studying the details of the Qutub Minar, one of Delhi's prevalent landmarks. While, you visit the minaret, don’t miss the other architectural gems, adjacent to the site, the tomb of Iltutmish and the Alai Darwaza.

Birth of Siri

As you walk down the calendar of years, explore the city built by Allaudin Khilji around 1311. This is the second city of Delhi, known as Siri, with a vast reservoir, now resides at Hauz Khas in dilapidated remains. However, you will have the chance to view this old city, as it has been extensively renovated a few decades later at Hauz Khas. However, the charm of the old city will come with a bouquet of ethnic boutiques and cafes, dotting the Hauz Khas village, making the place an attractive location of the exquisite goods on sale. Here, you can spend a lovely afternoon, followed by an eventful evening in the vicinity of the Siri.

Capricious lost cities

Not far from this place, explore the city built by the most whimsical ruler of medieval India, Muhammad Bin Tughlaque. His great fort of Tughlaqabad, raised in 1321, as a protection against the Moghul invention became the third city of Delhi. Today, the fort lies in ruins, at a vast expanse, by the road, connecting Delhi to Faridabad. Till date, the high-raised foundation of the fortress, blazing like gold under the impossible Sun of Delhi, reflects its robust past that echoes from the fort and its tomb.

If you happen to spend your entire day, languidly exploring the arches and arcs of the fallen city, here in Tughlaqabad, and bid adieu by evening, look back to one of those pasts of Delhi, to find the citadel glowing with tungsten illuminates – as if the third city of Delhi is still breathing the days of Tughlaque. However, like the first mythical city of Indraprastha, the fourth city of Delhi, Jahanpanah has practically been disappeared in the tumultuous historicity of this place. Its existence can only be heard, as folklore that it had stood and seen the rise and fall of time – in the toil of holding the seat of power, of the nation called India.

In one of the most beautiful gardens of Delhi, you find the time, lingering to whisper to you the tale of the fifth city of Delhi. Close to the National Headquarter of the United Nation Organization, the splendid landscape of Lodhi Gardens beholds the tombs of the Lodhi Kings date to the era of 15^thCentury that saw a very little growth in the history of Delhi. Basically, the city was raised as Firoz Shah Kotla, now off the Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, which is famous for its Pillar of Ashoka, which the Sultan brought from Mathura.

Nevertheless, during 1398 the city had to bear the misfortune of the invasion Timur that devastated Delhi, and left the city with very less to contribute to its layering history. As you walk the line of Delhi’s historicity to venture its sixth city and its chime of victory and valor, the Empire of Mughals in India will pave you to the very beginning of the city.

Mandate of destiny

The impressive Purana Quila, overlooking the romantic Yamuna was the sixth city of Delhi, built by Babur in 1526. Spectacle the quest of Islam, as it is popular amongst the native that the fort of the Mughal Empire in India had been founded on the very site, where once used to be the epic city of Indraprastha, the first city from where today’s landscape of Delhi has germinated.

However, as the destiny acted upon the then time, as none of the dynasties of that era could finish the fort to flaunt their grandeur. It had been a combination of effort that had tumbled down from Babur to his son Humayun, and while the Afghan king Sher Shah Suri ousted the Mughals; the construction efforts continued on his onus. What was possibly a library is now a fine mosque, resides in the fort. The one amongst those, who tried to build the sixth city on top of the very first, now is resting in peace 2 km from here, in the magnificent tomb of Humayun, the precursor of the Taj Mahal.

Reminisce of evolving past

This city, however, will offer you a transit from the mediaeval city to the city of the modern time. Nearby, you may visit the zoo, the Craft Museum, where you can experience the ambience of the craftsmen working in a simulated rural setting. Off course, if you happen to visit the place during winter time, do not miss to visit Pragati Maidan, the exhibition ground of the city that holds expositions of myriad trades, which reflects the diversifying culture of the nation and its emerging habit towards modernization.

However, the Mughal Empire did not stop here. To experience its continuing legacy, visit one of the most densely populated localities in the world, which retained its unique vitality and charm till date. Welcome to Shahajahanabad, founded by the emperor Shah Jahan in April 1639, to epitomize the pomp and grandeur of the Empire, Delhi’s seventh city. Withstanding all the splendors and sorrows of the time, this walled city has since been inhibited. The Red Fort, Shah Jahan's sandstone citadel, encompassing grand audience halls — where the legendary Peacock Throne once stood — and marble palaces bedecked with exquisite Pietra Dura. Opposite the Red Fort stands the Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque.

For a gallant traveller Delhi has more... Chandni Chowk, where one can shop possibly everything the city has, is the place, where dwells the moonlit square - adjacent to the mosque, which leads you to the heart of the walled city. This was once a tree-lined bazaar with a canal flowing through its centre. Today, it is one of the largest trading centres in northern India - thriving, congested and chaotic. Chandni Chowk is replete with historical landmarks and each of its by-lanes leads into a world of spices or silver or perfumes or textiles.....

Arrival of Red Brigade

And the eighth city – the very city of Delhi, upon which all these had happened, is rather known as New Delhi, which was built in 1911, as the capital of British India was shifted from Calcutta to New Delhi. With all its past, the ancient city became the new imperial capital of British, a sprawling metropolis that remained to be the political centre of India, New Delhi. It was to be conceived with spaciousness and care so that the new creation would be in every way worthy of this ancient and beautiful city. Lutyens and Baker planned a city with wide, tree-lined avenues.

And with all its grand buildings, one still have a place of pride, the 340-roomed Viceroy’s Palace, now the Rashtrapati Bhawan, raised on Raisina Hill, facing the first city of Delhi – Indraprastha and to the North, the last city by the Mughals - Shajahanabad. It will be a feast to your senses to visit this palace of the then Viceroy of India, but on whose retreat, less than 17 years of its completion, the symbol of an Empire metamorphosed to Government House. This house reflects the dedication of Lutyen’s entire life, which he kept on devoted, until he became bankrupt. Architecturally, you can view the beauty of all of India in this single engineering marvel.

India unlimited

Nearby the Rashtrapati Bhawan are India Gate, a World War I memorial, Parliament House, the prestigious National Museum and the National Gallery of Modern Art. On Republic Day, Rajpath witnesses a display of pomp and heritage of the nation’s strength and dedication to its sovereignty. It would be an experience of a lifetime, if you be there on 26^th of January. The classy commercial centre of Connaught Place was planned as part of New Delhi.

Along with stalls on Janpath, and Emporia on Baba Kharak Singh Marg, it is a shopper's paradise. Rather characteristically, an 18th century masonry observatory, the Jantar Mantar, lies amidst the commercial area. Nevertheless, there is still more to Delhi. Its art galleries and theatres and a variety of museums, memorials to leaders, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain and Bahai temples, folk dancers, discotheques, urban villages, and even bird watching along the ridge. Discover the spirit of the country, in the city of Delhi, the city of seven cities.

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