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The ultimate symbol of Mughal achievement is the Taj Mahal, unquestionably
the world's most magnificent monument to Love. A colossal, perfectly
proportioned mass of white marble, it is literally a jewel, fashioned
over 17 years by hundreds of skilled craftsmen and over 20,000 labourers,
to float like some fantastic mirage upon the Yamuna. Agra also boasts
of other magnificent monuments from these builder kings.
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| Amritsar |
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 Known
for its golden temple, the most sacred shrine of the sikhs with
its holy tank called " the pool of immortality". Nearby is the Jallianwala
Bagh, where during the British rule in India, General Dyer opened
fire on innocent people causing a massacre. The place is now a national
monument. Its walls bears the bullet marks of this tragedy.
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Aurangabad
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 Ellora
Caves --- consist of temples and monasteries hewn from rock by Buddhist,
Hindu and Jain monks and craftsmen. They tell the story of the evolution
of these Religions. Over 2000 years old, they have been compared
to the pyramids for truer amazing constructions, sculptures and
frescoes.
Ajanta Caves --- consist of 24 Monastries and 5 temples, again carved
out from solid rock. The wall paintings and frescoes of these caves
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Andaman
& Nicobar Islands
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 A
string of about 300 islands whose tropical beauty has been preserved
by its inaccessibility. Once a British penal settlement, today
it is a favoured holiday destination. With silvery beaches, clearly
observable coral reefs and marine life coupled with unlimited
watersport fun.
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Alleppey
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 A
market town built around a lifeline of canals. A major centre
of backwater cruises and the famed snakeboat races. The colourful
Nehru Cup boat race is held here on the second satyrday of every
August.
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