top 5 UNESCO world heritage sites to visit during the golden triangle tour India

1. Top 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit during the Golden Triangle Tour

2. Index • Introduction • Red Fort in Delhi • Qutub Minar In Delhi • Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi • Taj Mahal in Agra • Amber Fort In Jaipur • Conclusion

3. Introduction • The Golden Triangle Tour is a blend of some splendid tour attractions to be explored at Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Those who are first-timers in India or have limited time for a trip should explore this tour to catch the glimpses of vibrant culture, rich heritage and historical monuments of India. During this tour, one can also get an opportunity to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here is a list of those UNESCO monuments:

4. Red Fort in Delhi The Red Fort was built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in the 17th century and it took around 10 years to complete the construction. Initially, the fort was constructed on the banks of river Yamuna and later the river moved away with passage of time. Shah Jahan could never enjoy staying in this fort since it was taken over by other rulers. You can also experience the Lights and Sounds Show in the evening. Entrance fees: Indians – INR 30 for fort and INR 35 for fort with museum Foreigners – INR 500 per person Video camera fee – INR 25 per equipment Audio guide in Hindi – INR 69 Audio guide in English or other international languages – INR 115

5. Qutub Minar, Delhi Qutub Minar is a tower of victory which was built by Qutub-Ud-din in the 12thcentury. Qutub-Ud-din built this monument to acknowledge his victory over the Indian rulers. The tower is 73 meter tall with 5-storeys. This is the tallest tower in India. Entrance fees Indians – INR 35 per person Foreigners – INR 550 per person

6. Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi This monument was built with a blend of Mughal and Persian style of architecture. The tomb was built by Humayun’s wife after 14 years of his death. The tomb has geometrical shapes and designs which showcase its elegant beauty. Some important landmarks to see within a complex are- Tomb of emperor’s wife, Khan Tomb, Tomb of emperor’s favorite barber and Khan-i-Khanan tomb. Entrance fees Indians – INR 30 per person Foreigners – INR 500 per person Video camera fee – INR 25 per equipment Child below 15 years – free

7. Taj Mahal, Agra The most awaited and iconic attraction of Delhi Agra Jaipur Touris the Taj Mahal which entices tourists across the globe to witness its majestic beauty and charm. The Taj Mahal is one of the former Seven Wonders of the World. This white mausoleum was built by Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife, Mumtaz. Visit the Taj Mahal during the sunset or sunrise to witness the splendid views and capture the amazing shots. Almost 20,000 labors contributed in the construction of this monument. Please note that Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays. Though, if you are in Agra on Friday then you can catch the views of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Garden. Entrance fees Indians – INR 50 per person Foreigners – INR 1100 per person Night entry – INR 1000 per head (on full moon night, two nights before and after full-moon night).

8. Amber Fort, Jaipur Amber Fort stands with pride in Jaipur. Enjoy the Elephant Ride while climbing upon the fort and witness the beautiful panoramas and scenic views. There are various palaces, courtyards, temples, entrance gates, temples and mosques within the fort complex. The iconic palace of the Amber Fort is Sheesh Mahal. In the evening, Sounds and Lights Show can be watched where a history is narrated in Hindi and English languages. Entrance Fees: Indians – INR 100 per person for morning /night entry Foreigners – INR 500 per person for morning and INR 100 for night entry Guide fee – INR 200 per guide Audio guide – INR 250

9. Conclusion • These were the top heritage sites. Some other UNESCO Sites can be visited if time permits- Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. So, visit the Golden Triangle tour 7 Daysto explore all the UNESCO sites in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, and admire the beauty of these monuments.