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Delhi
Delhi's history goes much further back in time than the 13th century. In
1955, excavations at the Purana Qila revealed that the site was inhabited
3000 years ago. Ware pottery known as Painted Gray Ware and dated to 1000
BC confirmed this as being yet another site associated with the epic Mahabharata.
The excavations also cut through houses and streets of the Sultanate, Rajput,
post-Gupta, Gupta, Saka-Kushan and Sunga periods, reaching down to the Mauryan
era (300 BC), thus revealing almost continuous habitaion. The association
of Emperor Ashoka (273-36 BC) with Delhi has come to light with the discovery
of a Minor Rock Edict in the locality known as Srinivaspuri.
Rajasthan
The history of India dates back almost five thousand years, and Rajasthan
plays a crucial and unique role, especially with regard to the development
of Indian culture. Its impressive story reaches through a heroic past. Its
extravagant splashes of bright hues against the desert landscape and the
purity of its dry and sandy reaches, the miniature elegance of its small
villages and impeccably maintained forts brings alive the story of the yore.
The appearance of its grand forts perched on rocky hills still tell the
story of the bravery of its men and the stoic sacrifice of its women, and
the chivalrous old world manners of all.
Jammu
& Kashmir
Tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayas, with the picturesque river
Tawi flowing alongside, stands the land that Raja Jambu Lochan discovered
one day while he was hunting. Legend has it that he suddenly came upon a
clearing where he saw a sight that left him speechless.
Uttar
Pradesh
The wealth of its monuments, mystical call of its mountains and lakes, and
the religious fervour that it evokes, have rendered Uttar Pradesh, one of
the most fascinating states of the Indian Union. Whether one is on a spiritual
quest, or in search of adventure, or just on a curiosity trip, Uttar Pradesh
has something to offer to everyone. Situated in the northern part of India,
it has the distinction of being the most populous state of India. In terms
of area, it is the fourth largest, among all the states.
Uttaranchal
Uttaranchal blessed with magnificent glaciers , majestic snow-clad mountains,
gigantic and ecstatic peaks, valley of flowers, skiing slopes and dense
forests, this Abode of Gods includes many shrines and places of pilgrimage.
Char-dhams, the four most sacred and revered Hindu temples: Badrinath, Kedarnath,
Gangotri and Yamunotri are nestled in the Mighty Mountains.
Himachal
Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is a tiny hill state whose pleasant summers make it a popular
holiday resort. The Raj still lingers in Shimla, the state capital and former
summer capital during British rule. Kullu-Manali are neighbouring resorts,
surrounded by pine covered hills and lush meadows. Himachal has, in addition
to popular resort towns, a series of secluded hill retreats ideal for interested
anglers, trekkers and those wanting a quiet getaway.