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Around the City Taj Mahal | Agra Fort | Mathura | Fatehpur Sikri | Ranthambhore National Park | Keoladeo Ghana National Park | Corbett National Park |Haridwar | Rishikesh | Dehradun | Mussoorie  Haridwar  (214 km from Delhi) Imagine several saffron clad tourists chanting and praying, imagine the pilgrim thronged Ghats and the Ganges, flowing from her source. That's Haridwar, the holy land of the Hindus. Haridwar is famous for its temples, bathing ghats and tanks. The Ganges, considered as the holiest river in India, is the star attraction of Haridwar. Pilgrims carry back the water from the Ganges, which they believe will remain fresh forever. The Har ki Paori, is one of the most sacred ghats in India and hundreds gather at this ghat. Haridwar is a must visit even for the not-so-religiously inclined. It is a place, whose every corner breathes with mysticism.  Rishikesh    The city that co-exists along with Haridwar, with the latter's spiritual quality. Rishikesh, is the starting point of the holy Char Dham pilgrimage. The city is not only thronged by Indians but also by foreigners wanting to know more about Hinduism. Lakshamn Jula, a suspended iron bridge is worth a visit. It connects either banks of the Ganges. Triveni Ghat is considered as auspicious among the pilgrims and you can find them every morning bathing in the Ghat.   Dehradun     (255 kilometres from Delhi) For an ideal summer getaway or to spend a relaxing weekend, Dehradun is the answer. Beautiful rolling hills of green, misty mornings and fresh air. Dehradun has it all. Nestled in the Shivaliks, the hill station is 640 metres above sea level. Once ruled by the Garhwal kings, it later became a British residential town. Dehradun is famous for its several public schools and institutions. The Tapkeshwar Temple is Dehradun's most famous temple. Dedicated to Shiva, the temple has a stream flowing directly over the lingam. The other star attractions are the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology and Robber's Cave. Mussoorie   The famed 'Queen of the Hills', Mussoorie is one of the most famous hill stations of India. With over 350 hotels, Mussoorie has the largest number of hotels among the hill stations in India. Mussoorie had its birth when Captain Young laid its foundations in 1823. It was initially called 'The Mullingar', but it was later named after the widely grown in the hill station, dal called 'Masur'. Mussoorie has several places to visit such as the Gun Hill, Muncipal Lodge, Childers Lodge, Camel's Back Road and Cloud's End. Gun Hill has a very interesting story behind it. Before Independence, everyday, a gun mounted on this hill, used to fire at noon. And people on hearing it would adjust their watches! Childer's Lodge is the highest peak, about five kilometres from the city. Garden enthusiasts can visit the Municipal Garden. Mussoorie is a great place to visit especially since there is so much to see and feel. No wonder she is called the 'Queen of the Hills'.					Golden Temple From the famed Taj Mahal to, Dehradun, there are several places of visit around Delhi.Click Here My Journey to the Kumbh... Read about the exciting experiences of a lonely pilgrim.Click Here All about the National Gallery of Modern Art and the Triveni Kala Sangam.Click Here Evenings at India Gate The Red Fort, Qutb Minar...all the famous monuments of Delhi under one section! Click Here The International Dolls Museum, the Sulabh International Museum of Toilets...Delhi Museums... Click Here Deer Park Wonderful place for nature lovers The Mughal Gardens, Shalimar Garden, Lodi Gardens...for a cool day read on...Click Here The National Zoological Park It is one of the most serene places in the city of Delhi...Click here For the spiritaully inclined and the not-so-spiritually inclined the places of worship in Delhi... Click Here Lotus Temple This towering ensemble of pure magnificence is a centre of universal faith Click Here Everything you need to keep in mind while visiting the capital. Click Here
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