Day 01, Arrive at Kolkata (Calcutta)
Company representative will receive you at the international airport and transfer to the hotel.
Kolkata was the first capital of the British in India. The city was established in 1686 when the British moved to the small villages of Sutanati, Govindpur, and Kalikata from their trading port of Hooghly. It progressed well until 1756 when Siraj-Ud-Daula (Nawab of Bengal) attacked the town and drove away the British. Lord Clive retook Kolkata and until 1911, it remained the capital of the British government in India. Being the centre of power for so long created a unique culture and heritage, totally unlike any other city in India.
Overnight will be at Kolkata.
Day 02, Kolkata
Breakfast will be at the resort. Proceed for the sightseeing of Kolkata.
Howrah Railway Station: Visiting Howrah, Kolkata means paying a thorough glance at the Howrah Railway Station for which the city is famous. This station is one of the largest railway stations in the world. The railway terminal provides services to the suburbs as well other important cities. From here you can have an access to any other parts of India. The railway station is one interesting place in Howrah.
Kolkata High Court: "The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. It was established on 1st July, 1862 under the High Court’s Act, 1861. It has jurisdiction over the state of West Bengal and the Union Territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Mr Walter Granville, Government Architect, designed the High Court building on the model of the ‘Stadt-Haus’ or Cloth Hall at Ypres in Belgium.
Raj Bhavan: Raj Bhavan used to be 'Government House' in the Raj era, the seat of British imperial power. The structure was built in 1799–1803 to the designs of Captain Charles Wyatt of the Bengal Engineers, during the tenure of the Marquess Wellesley, the Governor-General of India. It now serves as the residence of the Governor of the Indian state of West Bengal, and is referred to by its Hindi name: 'Raj Bhavan'.
Eden Gardens: Named after Lord Auckland’s sister, this picturesque garden has a tiny Burmese pagoda set in a small lake. It also houses Calcutta’s Cricket Stadium.
Visit the MOTHER TERESA MISSION and spend time there.
Welcome dinner will be at a local restaurant to enjoy the Eastern cuisne.
Overnight will be at Kolkata.
Day 03, Kolkata – Katmandu: By Flight
Breakfast will be at the hotel.
Our representative will transfer you to the international airport for the flight to Katmandu. Reach Katmandu and get transferred to the hotel.
The Katmandu Valley, the political, commercial and cultural hub of Nepal, is the first for the majority of visitors to Nepal. Once a separate kingdom in itself, it contains three fabled cities – Katmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Each is an artistic exposition of graceful temples, elegant palaces, brick paved courtyards and quaint streets. There are seven UNESCO World Heritage sites in the valley.
In the afternoon visit the DURBAR SQUARE. It is the historic seat of royalty. The Durbar Square, with its old temples and palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people. It is here that kings of Nepal are crowned and their coronations solemnized. Interesting things to see here are: Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra Malla in 1549 AD, the temple of Kal Bhairav, the God of destruction, Nautalle Durbar, Coronation Nasal Chowk, the Gaddi Baithak, the statue of King Pratap Malla, the Big Drum and the Jagannath Temple.
On the right hand corner, a large wooden lattice screen hides an enormous gilded face of Sweta Bhairav. The screen is removed only during the Indra Jatra festival. There are also the Numismatic Museum and Tribhuvan Museum inside the Hanuman Dhoka Palace building. Photography is prohibited inside the museum. Both the museums remain closed on Sundays, Mondays and government holidays.
In the evening enjoy a local dance program with an authentic NEPALI DINNER at the cultural centre.
Overnight will be at Katmandu.
Day 04, Katmandu:
Breakfast will be at hotel.
Proceed for visits to PASUPATINATH, SWAMBHUNATH & BOUDHNATH.
The temple of Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath, with two tiered golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindu. It is Top Hindu temple of the world. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river.
The Buddhist temple of Swayambhunath situated on the top of a hill west of the city is on the most popular and instantly recognisable symbols of Nepal. The temple is colloquially know as the 'monkey templ' after the large tribe of handsome monkeys which guards the hill and amuses visitors and devotees with tricks, including slinding gracefully down the double banisters of the main stairway to the temple. The roving monkeys quickly snatch up any offerings of food made by devotes and will just as quickly grab anything you may be carrying.
Proceed to visit BOUDDHANATH. The Stupa of Bouddhanath lies 8 km east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in the world, and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world.
Dinner will be served in the hotel. Overnight will be at Kathmandu.
Day 5, Katmandu:
Proceed for a full day visit of PATAN & BHAKTAPUR after breakfast.
Patan, the second-largest city in the valley, lies just across the Bagmati River from Kathmandu, but it's a much quieter and less frenetic place to visit. The city is justly proud of its temples and artisans and it is their handiwork that provides the focus of the stunning Durbar Square - choc-a-block with the largest display of Newari architecture in Nepal. It includes the Royal Palace, which contains a richly decorated bathtub, and the two-tiered brick Jagannarayan Temple.
Look up to the roof struts to see carvings of figures engaged in quite athletic acts of intercourse. A few minutes' walk north of the square is the Golden Temple, a Buddhist monastery guarded by sacred tortoises that potter around the courtyard; and the Kumbeshawar, reputedly the oldest (1392) temple in Patan. South of the square is an area of charming streets lined with metal smiths and Brassware shops. Patan's other attractions are flung further. Among them is a collection of four stupas, thought to have been built over 2500 years ago, and Nepal's only zoo, which features a reasonable assortment of rhinos, tigers, leopards and bird life. Palm readers gather in the park outside - they may be able to point out which animal you'll be reincarnated as.
Situated at an altitude of 1,401m, Bhaktapur covers an area of four square miles. Bhaktapur or the city of Devotees still retains a medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated to myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. The past glory of the Malla rulers continues to be reflected at the Durbar Square. Pottery and weaving are its traditional industries. Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving, the Bhadgaolen topi (cap) and curd. The city lies about 14 km east of Kathmandu.
Dinner will be served in the hotel. Overnight will be at Kathmandu.
Day 06, Kathmandu – Delhi – Amritsar: By Flight
Breakfast will be at the hotel.
Proceed to the airport for the flight to Delhi to take a connecting flight to Amritsar.
Reach Amritsar and get transferred to the hotel.
Amritsar, home to the Golden Temple is one of the most ancient and fascinating cities of India. It is an important seat of Sikh history and culture. Being the gateway for travelers coming to India on the overland route from central Asia it soon became the centre of various commercial activities. There are various historical and religious sites - see Amritsar City Map. The most famous of them all in the Golden Temple which was founded by the fourth Guru of Sikhs, Guru Ramdas and completed by his successor Guru Arjan Dev. There are a number of cotton, woolen and art silk textile factories besides other industries dealing with electric goods, sewing machines, auto parts, carpets. The milk processing plant at Verka about 6 Kms from the center is the second biggest project of its kind in the country. Amritsar is India’s leading exporter of goods to the Middle-East, leading distribution centre of dry fruits, tea and condiments. It is also a shopper’s paradise and a gourmet’s delight. Amritsar is the world’s leading centre of Punjabi publications.
Dinner will be served on board. Overnight stay will be at hotel.
Day 07, Amritsar
Breakfast will be at hotel.
Proceed to visit the temple.
Golden Temple: Sri Harmandir Sahib, also know as the Golden Temple in Amritsar is the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion. Also known as the Shri Darbar Shaib, it is in the center of the old part of Amritsar. The Golden Temple sits on a rectangular platform, surrounded by a pool of water called the Amrit Sarovar from which the City is named. The entrance to the Golden Temple complex is through an ornate archway with intricate inlay work. Verses from the Granth Sahib are inscribed on the doorway. The main north entrance is under a Victorian clock tower. Known as the Darshani Deori, the entrance is up a flight of steps and down again to the temple and holy tank. The temple is a two storey marble structure reached by a causeway known as Guru’s Bridge. The lower storey is in white marble with the walls decorated with inlaid flower and animal motifs in the pietradura style of the Taj Mahal. The architecture of the golden temple is a blend of the Hindu and Muslim styles. The temple building has four entrances instead of the usual single entry. This is symbolic of the openness of Sikhism and indicates that followers of all faiths are allowed inside. The walls within are decorated with carved wooden panels and elaborate inlay work in silver and gold. The Adi Granth, compiled by Guru Arjan Dev, rests on a throne beneath a jewel-encrusted canopy. Priests conduct continuous recitation of verses from the holy book in 3-hour shifts. A complete reading of the text stakes 48 hours. The original copy of the Guru Granth Sahib is kept under pink shroud in the, Golden Temple during the day and at around 10 p.m. each day is ceremoniously returned to the Akal Takht (Sikh Parliament) building. The morning processional ceremony takes place at 4 a.m. in summer and at 5 a.m. in winter, when Sri Guru Granth Sahib is bought from Akal takhat Sahib in a procession to the Sanctum Sanctorum, which is washed with milk. The Akal Takht, next to the Golden Temple, is the seat of the Shiromani Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee, the religious governing body of the Sikhs. The building of the Akal Takht was begun by Guru Arjan Dev and completed in 1609 by Guru Hargobind. If you miss the early morning or evening processions, the palanquin that bears the Adi Granth can be seen in the treasury room on the first floor of the Akal Takht. The palanquin is set with precious stones and has silver poles and a gold canopy.
Later proceed for the sightseeing.
Summer place of Maharaja Ranjit Singh: Is situated in the middle of a beautiful garden called Ram Bagh. This garden is laid out on the pattern of Shalimar Bagh at Lahore. Only its architecturally unique ´Darshani Deori´ has remained intact. A museum after the name of the Maharaja is set up here displaying oil paintings, miniatures, coins, and weapons relating to the Sikh period.
JALIAN WALA BAGH: This place noted for its most notorious massacre under British rule. It is 400 meters north of the Golden Temple. The British General Dyer was the Lieutenant Governor of the province in 1919. He banned all meetings and demonstrations led by Indians against the economical set back by World War I. On 13 April 1919, pilgrims poured into Amritsar to celebrate the Baisakhi festival, a holiday in the Sikh calendar. In the afternoon thousands of people gathered at Jallian Wala Bagh to celebrate the Baisakhi. This ground surrounded by high walls on all sides has only a narrow alley for access. General Dyer personally led the troops to the sight and ordered his men to open fire without any warning. It resulted in the death of 379 and injured more than 1200. India was outraged by Dyer’s massacre. Gandhiji called for a nation wide strike and started the Non-cooperation Movement, which became an important mile stone in the struggle for India’s Independence. Today this ground has been changed to a park and it has a pleasant garden. There is a narrow path between the houses which leads to the lawn of the park. At the entrance there is a memorial plaque which recounts the history. There is a well on the north side in which many people who tried to escape from the bullets were drowned, and remnants of walls have been preserved to show the bullet holes. At the east end of the garden there is a large memorial built in memory of those who died here.
Wagha Border: The international border between India and Pakistan. The pomp and pageantry of the Beating Retreat and the Change of Guard within handshaking distance of the Indian and Pakistani forces makes for a most charming spectacle.
Dinner will be served in the hotel. Overnight will be at Amritsar.
Day 08, Amritsar – Shmila: By Road in 7-8 hrs
Breakfast will be at Hotel.
Proceed to Shimla. Reach and check in at hotel.
Shimla: – the capital of Himachal Pradesh and former summer capital of British India, Shimla is the state’s most important centre. Bulging at its seams with unprecedented expansion, Shimla retains a colonial aura, with its grand old buildings.
Dinner will be served in the hotel. Overnight stay will be at hotel.
Day 09, Shmila:
Breakfast would be at Hotel.
Proceed for the sightseeing.
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES – About 4 km from the city lies the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, This magnificent English renaissance structure was the former Viceregal Lodge. Its lawns and woodland are added attractions. Entry by ticket.
SUMMER HILL – About (7 Km) 1983 m: A picturesque superb on Shimla-Kalka Railway line. Offers shady walks in quiet surroundings. The Father of Nation, Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to Shimla lived in the elegant Georgian House of Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur. HP University is situated here.
CHADWICK FALLS – Surrounded by thick forests. About 45 minutes’ walk from Summer Hill Chowk.
JAKHOO TEMPLE – The Temple is located (2.5 Km) from Shimla's highest peak offers a panoramic view of the town. An ancient "Lord Hanuman" temple. Way from Ridge near Church (on foot) One can also hire pony or taxi to visit the temple.
Dinner will be served in the hotel. Overnight will be at Shimla.
Day 10, Shmila:
Breakfast will be at Hotel. Day will be free to explore on your own.
Dinner will be served in the hotel. Overnight stay will be at hotel.
Day 11, Shimla - Kalka: By road in 5-6 hrs Kalka – Delhi: By evening shatabdi express Dep at 1823 hr and reaches Delhi at 2155 hrs
Breakfast will be at hotel. Enjoy the toy train ride and later proceed to the railway station for the train to Delhi.
Dinner will be on board.
Reach Delhi and get transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay will be at hotel.
Day 12, Delhi – Srinagar: By Flight
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to the airport for the flight to Srinagar.
Reach Srinagar and get transferred to the houseboat.
Srinagar is located in the heart of the Kashmir valley at an altitude of 1,730 m above sea level, spread on both sides of the river Jhelum. The Dal and Nagin lakes enhance its picturesque setting, while the changing play of the seasons and the salubrious climate ensures that the city is equally attractive to visitors around the year. Its waterways with their own quaint lifestyle, the unique Houseboat, the blossoming gardens, water sports activities, shopping for lovingly hand-crafted souvenirs and the nearby resorts make it a cherished spot among those looking for a memorable holiday.
Lunch will be in the Houseboat.
Enjoy a boat ride to visit Hazratbal shrine with a walk in the local market.
Dinner will be on the houseboat. Overnight stay will be in the houseboat.
Day 13, Srinagar:
Breakfast will be at hotel.
Proceed to enjoy the sightseeing tour of Srinagar City visiting the Hari Parbat Fort, Jama Masjid (the Great Mosque built in 1313 AD) the old bazaar on the banks of the Jhelum and the Shah Hamdan Shrine.
Dinner will be in the houseboat. Overnight stay will be in the houseboat.
Day 14, Srinagar:
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for a beautiful country side excursion to Naranag - scenic, exquisite archaeological site of Shiva temple, less touristy and peaceful.
Lunch will be in the local restaurant in Sonmarg & dinner will be in the Houseboat.
Overnight stay will be in the houseboat.
Day 15, Srinagar – Delhi: By Flight, Delhi – Ranthambhore (Sawai Madhopur): By superfast evening train Dep at 1650 hr and Arr at 2036 hr
Breakfast will be at hotel.
Proceed to the airport for the flight to Delhi. Reach and get transferred to the railway station for the train to Ranthambhore.
Reach Sawai Madhopur and get transferred to the hotel.
It spreads over a highly undulating topography varying from gentle to steep slopes; from flat topped hills of the Vindhyas to the conical hillocks and sharp ridges of the Aravalis, from wide and flat valleys to narrow rocky gorges. An important geological feature the ‘Great Boundary Fault’ where the Vindhya plateaus meet the Aravali Hill range meanders through the Reserve. The National Park is bound by the rivers Chambal in the south and Banas in the north.
Tiger, at the apex of the food chain, lord over the kingdom in a subtle way. Solitary by nature, it operates in stealth. Therefore tiger sightings, frequent as they are, are always a matter of chance. However, even evidences of tiger's activities are very exciting.
Dinner will be served in the hotel. Overnight stay will be at hotel.
Day 16, Ranthambhore:
Wake up early morning and leave for your safari into the National Park. Track the tigers and other wildlife through the morning. Return to the resort / lodge by 1000 in the morning and have breakfast.
Freshen up and either spend time at the pool or visit the town. You could also go for a nice visit to the temple on top of the fort.
In the afternoon have lunch and then leave again for you afternoon safari. The safariwill be till evening 1700 – 1800 hr and then return to the resort / lodge.
Dinner will be at the resort and retire early for the night. Overnight will be at Ranthambhore.
Day 17, Ranthambhore – Jaipur By Road in 4.5 -5 hr
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to Jaipur. Reach by afternoon and GO SHOPPING.
Dinner will be in the hotel. Overnight stay will be at hotel.
Day 18, Jaipur – Ahmedabad: By Flight
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel.
Proceed to the airport for the flight to Ahmedabad. Reach and check in at hotel.
Ahmedabad or Ahmedabad is the largest city in Gujarat and the sixth largest city in India with a population of almost 5 million. The city is also sometimes called Karnavati, an older name and as Amdavad in colloquial Gujarati. Ahmedabad is the administrative center of Ahmedabad District, and was the former capital of Gujarat State from 1960 to 1970, when Gandhi Nagar replaced it.
King Karandev 1, the Solanki Ruler, had waged a war against the Bhil king of Ashapall or Ashaval. After his victory Karandev established the city called "Karnavati". This Hindu kingdom of Karnavati retained its importance till early 15th century when Gujarat fell to the Muslim Sultanate.
The city was built in open and spacious plane to the East of Sabarmati. It compromised of smaller known Fort as Bhadra Fort. The city fort wall was enclosed containing 12 Gates. The city of Ahmedabad went on expanding in every direction by the addition of new areas on both the sides of the river and with the well laid out beautiful buildings, lakes and mosques.
In 1753 combined armies of Raghunath Rao and Damaji Gaekwad took the fort, which resulted into end of Mughal Rule in Ahmedabad. In 64 years during the rule of Gaekwad and Peshwa, city became worse. In 1818 British took over the administration of Ahmedabad. During this period Ahmedabad developed, Municipality Committee was founded, Railway link was established.
In 1915 Mahatma Gandhi came from South Africa and established Ashram on the banks of Sabarmati.
The historic center of Ahmedabad is presently a thriving business district. Ahmedabad is mainly divided in two parts, the old city, and new city. The old city has developed rather haphazardly, and most of the roads are narrow and crowded during business hours. The new city has well-structured, wide roads. A wide variety of shops and businesses exist in the city. In addition to its role as a commercial center, Ahmedabad is also an important industrial center, with chemical and textile industries. Ahmedabad is often described as the Manchester of the East, because of its once-booming textile industry.
Proceed for the sightseeing.
Visit the famous CALICO TEXTILE MUSEUM which is one of the finest textile museums in the world displaying an impressive collection of rare textiles and costumes that date back to the early 17th century. At the UTENSILS MUSEUM more than 2000 varieties of traditional Indian utensils in curious shapes and sizes are on display. And finally the crown jewel, SABARMATI ASHRAM. Mahatma Gandhi’s home from 1918-1930, the Ashram is tucked away in a quiet corner by the river Sabarmati. It served as Mahatma Gandhi’s base for his Dandi Satyagraha that triggered the nonviolent agitation against the British.
Evening visit Jamatkhana.
Dinner (Thali Dinner experience) will be in the local restaurant. Overnight stay will be in Ahmedabad.
Day 19, Ahmedabad
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel.
Proceed for the sightseeing of the city.
Step Wells – In era of the Sultanate, the authorities use to develop wells for travelers as a place to rest or to drink water. The finest example is Dada Hari Ni Vav and the Adalaj Ni Vav. The interiors of these caves are paved with beautiful carvings in stone.
The Palace of Shahibaugh – Shahibaugh Palace was built in 1622 A.D. by Shahjehan as a royal residence. Currently same has been converted into Sardar Patel Memorial. It is also associated with Shri Ravindranath Tagore.
Sabarmati Gandhi Ashram – After the return of Gandhiji from Africa, after some time Gandhiji started living in Ahmedabad. He built on the banks of the river Sabarmati, the famous Gandhi Ashram. In today's modern Ahmedabad this particular place stands high on tourist map. Still various things of Gandhiji can be seen and there are few Khadi shops around, which Gandhiji promoted.
Jain Temples (Derasars) – Ahmedabad has been famous for its Derasars or Jain Temples like Chintamani Temple, Hutheesingh Temple and various other are situated in the old city. There are approximately hundred plus Derasars in the old city. Many of them were built in Moghul times, many are situated in the houses of people and many are underground.
Evening enjoy shopping.
Return to the hotel and enjoy the dinner. Overnight stay will be in Ahmedabad.
Day 20, Ahmedabad –Mumbai: By flight
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to the airport for the flight to Mumbai.
Reach Mumbai and day will be free to enjoy shopping.
Its young, its lively and a confluence of varied cultural currents and cross currents have given Mumbai a unique position of the most multi-ethnic city of India. The capital city of Maharashtra State formerly known as Bombay lies in the southwestern part of India and occupies a peninsular site originally composed of seven islets lying off the KONKAN COAST of western India. Oozing with the cocksure self-confidence of a maverick moneymaker and "Bindass" (carefree) attitude, Mumbai is also country's financial and commercial hub and has a principal port on the Arabian Sea.
Yet, there's another face of Mumbai too that is of the most densely populated cities in the world. Mumbai is located on a site of ancient settlement and took its name from the local Goddess "Mumba" - a form of Parvati, the consort of Shiva, one of the principal Gods of Hinduism - whose temple once stood in what is now the southeastern section of the Mumbai city.
Dinner will be in Hotel. Overnight stay will be in Mumbai.
Day 21, Mumbai
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel.
Enjoy the sightseeing tour of the city.
Gateway of India: Mumbai’s most famous monument, this is the starting point for most tourists who want to explore the city. It was built as a triumphal arch to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary, complete with four turrets and intricate latticework carved into the yellow basalt stone. Ironically, when the Raj ended in 1947, this colonial symbol also became a sort of epitaph: the last of the British ships that set sail for England left from the Gateway. Today this symbol of colonialism has got Indianised, drawing droves of local tourists and citizens. Behind the arch, there are steps leading down to the water. Here, you can get onto one of the bobbing little motor launches, for a short cruise through Mumbai's splendid natural harbor.
Marine Drive: Marine Drive is possibly the best way to discover Mumbai. This is a windswept promenade, flanked by the sea and a row of buildings. Looped between the concrete jungle of Nariman Point, Mumbai's Manhattan, and the leafy green slopes of Malabar hill, Marine Drive was once called the queen's Necklace, strung with glittering street lights like an enormous strand of imperious jewels.
Hanging Gardens: Built on top of Malabar Hill, the gardens are picturesque though often quite crowded. You get splendid views of the city and see sunset over the Arabian Sea from here.
The Prince of Wales Museum: This museum stands not too far from the Gateway of India. It has a priceless collection of art, sculpture, china and other antics. Carefully preserved, this mid-Victorian Gothic style building built in 1904 with beautiful gardens surrounding it, is worth visiting in Mumbai.
Queen Victoria Terminus: No photograph collection of Mumbai is complete without a photo of the Queen Victoria Terminus station in the "Fort Area" of Mumbai. Belovedly referred to as VT station. It was acknowledged as a 'World Heritage Site' by UNESCO in 2004. And “Slumdog Millionaire " famous song was shot here on these platform.
The most famous of these Dhobi Ghats is at Saat Rasta near Mahalaxmi Station where almost two hundred dhobis and their families work together in what has always been a hereditary occupation.
Bombay University: Next to the High Court on Bhaurao Patil Road, the Venetian Gothic Bombay University has a Gothic clock tower 260 feet high, that is curiously adorned with oriental figures.
Evening visit JAMATKHANA in Jogeshwari.
Dinner will be in Hotel. Overnight stay will be in Mumbai.
Day 22, Mumbai: Excursion to ELEPHANTA CAVES
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel. Enjoy the excursion to Elephanta caves.
The Elephanta Island is the site of the magnificent Elephanta caves, containing beautiful carvings, sculptures, and a temple to the Hindu God, Lord Shiva. These caves are located at a distance of 11 km from Mumbai and are now designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The island of Elephanta, being a commercial, military and religions centre for centuries has traces of early Buddhist culture.
The Elephanta caves are thought to date back to the Silhara kings belonging to the period between 9th - 12th centuries. With the Brahminical resurgence during the reign of Gupta dynasty in 3rd century AD, these great cave dedicated to Lord Shiva exploded into existence at Elephanta. Legends and history suggest that the great warrior prince of Chalukya dynasty Pulkesin ll raised the shrine to celebrate his victory. Some historians also suggest that these caves were built by the Kalchuri King Krishnaraja in 6th century AD.
As the worship of the figure of the Buddha began to be encouraged with rise of the Mahayana sect of Buddhism, a shrine was introduced to house Buddha's image, replacing the cells at the centre of the back wall. The Monasteries of Ajanta lead us directly to Elephanta.
Evening visit JAMATKHANA in Hasanabad.
Dinner will be in Hotel. Overnight will be in Mumbai.
Day 23, Departure from Mumbai:
Breakfast will be at hotel. Day will be free for shopping. Evening proceed to the international airport for the flight departure to London with the memories of the tour…….
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