A tourist circuit which connects the National Capital Delhi, Agra and Jaipur forms the India’s Golden Triangle. It is so called because of the triangular shape formed by the locations of New Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan on a map.

Appealing Tourist Spot In This Route:

1) Humayun’s Tomb: The tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi. Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum (also known as Haji Begum) authorize the production of this tomb in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects chosen by her. The tomb was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.

2) Lotus Temple: Inspired by the lotus flower, this temple is a prominent attraction in the city. It is the last of seven Major Bahai's temples built around the world. The structure is made up of pure white marble. The temple was completed in 1986 and surrounded by the lush green landscape gardens. 

3) India Gate: At the centre of New Delhi stands the 42 m high India Gate, an "Arc-de-Triomphe" like archway in the middle of a crossroad. Almost similar to its French counterpart, it commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during the World War I. The memorial bears the names of more than 13,516 British and Indian soldiers killed in the Northwestern Frontier in the Afghan war of 1919.

4) Taj Mahal: This monument needs no introduction. India claim it in the seven wonders of the world. A symbol of love which makes your heart carried away.

5) Hawa Mahal: The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. Constructed with red and pink stones this palace is a five-storey pyramidal shaped monument that rises 50 feet (15 m). 

6) Amber Fort: Amber Fort is built using the red as well as white stone marbles. The fort is built in with a mix of Hindu- Muslim style which takes us back to the 17th century. It is set in the Aravallis, and was built by Raja Man Singh in 1592.

7) Akshardham Temple: Officially opened on 6 November 2005 by Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam this temple attracts approximately 70 percent of all tourists who visit Delhi. It rises 141-foot (43 m) high, spans 316-foot (96 m) wide, and extends 356-foot (109 m) long. It is intricately carved with flora, fauna, dancers, musicians, and deities.

8) Jama Masjid: One of the largest mosques in India, it was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656 at a cost of 1 million rupees, and was inaugurated by an Imam from Bukhara, present-day Uzbekistan. It was constructed by more than 5000 workers.

9) City Palace: The palace complex lies in the heart of Jaipur city, to the northeast of the very centre. Interesting thing is this palace was once home to Royals of Rajasthan.

 

10) Fatehpur Sikri: Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. Extremely well crafted but it sees lesser tourists. Amazing spot for photography.