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–» Agra
The city of Taj was established in 1475 by Badal Singh. Agra finds mention in the Mahabharata as Agraban. This city in those days was considered to be the sister city of Mathura which was more prominent than Agraban. Agra came into its own when the Lodhi Kings chose this place beside the Yamuna to be their capital city. Sikander Lodhi made Agra his capital but Babur defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also laid the foundation of the Mughal empire.

The coming of Babur heralded a new era which was to see Agra at its zenith during the reign of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. It was during Akbar's period that Agra became the center of art, culture and commerce and learning. This trend reached its height when Shah Jahan became the ruler.

In the mid 16th century and earlier 17th century Agra witnessed a frenzied building activity and it was during this time when the symbol of love Taj Mahal was built. The buildings made during this era were purely in the contemporary Mughal style and of very high quality which is still reflected in what ever monuments remain in.

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–» Jaipur
Jaipur - The Heritage Pink City has been the capital of erstwhile Jaipur state since its inception in 1727 AD, it gets the name from its founder Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. He was not only a great ruler but also a renowned mathematician and astrologer, his various talents are clearly exhibited in the city. Vidhydhar Bhattacharya designed Jaipur as per the Hindu treatise, Shilp Shastra. The city was laid with great precision, it could also be called as the first planned city of the country. The roads were quite wide and intersected at right angles, the entire city being divided into rectangular blocks and surrounded by a peripheral wall with huge gates guarding it. The market places were named after the commodity, which was supposed to be predominantly sold or manufactured there.

The capital city of the state Rajasthan, very nearly exemplifies the character of the state and its people. Surrounded by rugged hills on three sides, each crowned by formidable fort and beautiful palaces, mansions and gardens dotted throughout its precincts.

In 1876 A.D. Jaipur dressed itself in pink to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria and earned the epitaph PINK CITY', it is also a home of excellent handicrafts especially known for the exquisite gold jewellery enamelled or inlaid with precious stones, blue pottery, carving on wood, stone & ivory, block print, tie & dye textiles, hand made paper, miniature painting etc.

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–» Kasauli
Kasauli 77-km from Shimla and 35-km from Kalka, at 1,927m, Kasauli is a quaint little town that seems to exist in a time wrap of an era that reminds one of the 19th century. Its colonial ambience is reinforced by cobbled paths, quaint shops, gabled houses with charming facades and scores of neat little gardens and orchards. Mixed forests of chir-pine, Himalayan oak and huge horse chestnuts surround Kasauli. Its narrow road slither up and down the hillsides and offer some magnificent vistas.
Kasauli is one of the small towns developed by the British during the 'hey day' of the empire, and reached by a branch road from the Kalka-Shimla road. The quite beautiful hill-station of Kasauli has a Pastur Institute that produces the anti-rabies vaccine against mad dog-bite and, at the same time, treats victims who have fallen prey to the dead disease, Hydrophobia. The institute in Kasauli set up in 1900, is the oldest in India, taking care of pet, police and army dogs as well as their masters.
Side by side another institute produces other vaccines, this is the Central Research Institute affording immunity from Typhoid, small-pox, cholera and snake-bite. The Shimla Hills stand on water - parting between the Sutlej and the Giri, a tributary of the Yamuna. South of Shimla is the Panchmunda ridge, which is crossed by a railway through a tunnel, the longest in the Kalka-Shimla run at Barog, where a series of fissure to springs occur at its flank. The first ridge above Kalka rises abruptly to pine-clad Kasauli at a height of 1,927m and is joined by a 12-km bridle path. The distance by road, however, from Kalka is 36.5-km.

Prime Attractions of Kasauli
Monkey Point
The highest point in Kasauli called Monkey point is just 4-km from the Kasauli bus stand. The Monkey Point commands an excellent view of the distant plains of Chandigarh region and the river Satluj, tracing a silvery trail through the scene. A small temple is also situated on the top of the hill, which is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. According to a legend, at the end of Ramayana when Lord Hanuman was returning from the Himalayas after obtaining Sanjivany Booty or the Magical Herb, his foot touched the hill and thus the top of hill is in a foot shape. On a clear and starry night the gorgeous view of Chandigarh can be seen from the Monkey Point.

Sanawar
Just 6-km from Kasauli, Sanawar houses one of the best schools in the country. The Lawrence school is almost one hundred-years-old and a major attraction of the town.

The Christ Church
Still unspoiled and very much as the British left it fifty years ago, Kasauli has a fine old church. The Christ Church, is a typically Anglican structure of the period and its foundation stone laid in 1844.
Excursions from Kasauli Dagshai (19Km.)
Another little cantonment at an altitude of 1,925m just 19-km from Kasauli, it is accessible by a link road, which diverts from Dhrampur. Dagshai is perched on a small hill and comprisse of a military public school and numerous military barracks
Dharampur, Shimla (15Km.)
Just 15-km from Kasauli on the National Highway No.22, Dharampur is situated. Amidst the healthy air of the fragrant pines, Dharampur has one of the best hospitals in India for the cure of tuberculosis. It is also connected by Kalka-Shimla railway line.

How To Get There - Kasauli
By Air
From Kasauli the nearest airport is Chandigarh. Shimla is nearest airport for Solan.
By Rail
Nearest railhead is Kalka in Haryana, which is 40-km from Kasauli and 44-km from Solan. Solan is also connected with narrow gauge railway line from Kalka.
By Road
Solan and Kasauli are well connected by road buses, coaches and taxis are also easily available from Chandigarh and Delhi.
Places To Stay - Kasauli
Hotel Ros Common

Climate - Kasauli
In winter, temperature can lower just above freezing point when heavy woollens are required. During summer, the climate is mild and light woolens or cottons are recommended.
General Information - Kasauli
Location : Himachal Pradesh
Altitude 1,927m

Best Time
April To September
Useful Information - Kasauli

Recreation Centers
Monkey Point, Sanawar, Dharampur

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–» Udaipur
The city was founded in 1559 AD by Maharana Udai Singh - father of the legendary hero Maharana Pratap. Udaipur, the erstwhile royal house of Mewar has a profusion of palaces, lakes, temples and cenotaphs. The places to visit in and around Udaipur are the City Palace, Pichola Lake, Jag Niwas, Jagdish Temple, Eklingji Temple, Nathdwara, Rajsamand and Jaisamand. Chittor, Kumbalgarh and Mandalgarh also lie near Udaipur, and are famous for their almost impregnable forts. Yes, Udaipur is a beautiful and romantic city complete with fantastic hilltop fortresses, exotic fairy-tale palaces and gripping tales of medieval chivalry and heroism, and not forgetting the legendary Rajasthani hospitality.

The balmy climate and lakes make the city a welcome respite from the harsh climate of Rajasthan. From lakes in the midst of the sandy terrain to the green forested hills, the city offers many surprises that will leave you spellbound.

The Mewar Festival is celebrated to welcome the advent of spring. It coincides with the festival of Gangaur (March - April). The festival of Gangaur is very important for the women of Rajasthan. This is the time they get to dress up and really enjoy themselves. Ceremonial processions (usually all female) with the regular bride-n-groom theme, complete with brass band, Images of deities (Isar and Gangaur), horses etc., throng through the different parts of the city. The procession leisurely winds it's way to the Gangaur Ghat at Lake Pichola. Here, the images are transferred to special boats amidst much singing and festivity. The day then culminates with cultural programs and fireworks display.

Located on a high hill, the royal City Palace is surrounded by a fortified wall. Inside the palace there is a series of balconies, overlapping pavilions, terraces, corridors and hanging gardens that add to its attraction.

Lake Palace : The palace dates back to the ancient time. Today it is more reputed as one of the most luxurious hotels in India.

Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal : The museum offers a breathtaking collection of folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and pain.

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