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VARANASI-The
sacred city
To
the Hindus,
Varanasi,
Sprawling along the left bank of the
river ganga, is the holiest city. With its
array of shrines Temples and Palaces rising
in several tiers from the water's edge,
Varanasi is one of the most facinating
cities in the east. It is also a city of
fairs and festivals, celebrating about four
hundred of them during the year. Since time
immemorable, Varanasi has been a centre of
learning and the tradition is kept alive
today by the
Banaras
Hindu University
founded in 1916.
Sightseeing
of Varanasi includes visiting
Bharat
Mata Temple, Durga Temple, Emperor Aurangzeb
Mosque, the sacred bull, the well of
knowledge
vishwanath
Temple, Banaras Hindu University
with its marble shiva temple, brocade
and saree shops and drive through the Bazaar.
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JHANSI-
The City of Chivalry
The
gateway to Bundelkhand, Jhansi is linked
with the legend of its fiery queen, Rani
Laxmi Bai. In the 1857 war of independence
against the British, she led her troops into
battle, striking a blow for Indian
independence and laying her life down for
her cause
ORCHA-
The town frozen in history
Orchha
is the erstwhile capital city of the Bundela
rulers. The town is steeped in history and
is famous for its palaces and temples built
in the 16th and 17th centuries. The
architectural splendor of the monuments in
Orchha reflects the glory of its rulers. The
Betwa River, on whose banks Orchha lies, and
the forests around it attract tourist to
this place.
The remains of old fort and palaces here,
speak eloquently of Orchha’s time of
glory, of its splendid legacy of art and
culture.
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KHAJURAHO-
The temple city
Khajuraho
is
known for its magnificient temples which are
among the most creative examples of the
indian architecture. Built between 950 and
1050 A.D., only 22 temples out of 85 now
survive,
Khajuraho
sclupture
is
sublime and sensuous, the centre of new
imagery in art. The popular theme is woman:
Reflective, Playful Amorous. The carving
also depict
Griffins,
Nymphs, Beasts, Demons
in
revolt, Gods in cosmic evolution, fear,
doubt, jealousy, ardent love and consummate
passion. The temples of Khajuraho can be
devided into three geographical groups -
western, eastern and southern.
Sightseeing
of Khajuraho:
visit
the temples of Khajuraho: visit the temples
of Khajuraho which are world famous not only
for their symmetry and design, but also for
intricate and erotic carvings on their
walls. The main temples are
Kandariya
Mahadeo, Chitragupta, Parsvanth and the
Ghantai.
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