Tourist Places in Haryana Panchkula

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Panchkula district has the Morni Hills - the only hill station of Haryana; a charming and Gurgaon peaceful place. During the monsoon season, Faridabad a carpet of lush green grass covers the hillside which makes them excellent grazing Chandigarh ground for the black buck and Neelgai. Other attractions Tigers and panthers can also be spotted, while foxes, mongooses, jackals and wild dogs are to be found aplenty. Click here for more Panipat The district is situated at a distance of 85 kms from New Delhi. The place is very important from historic point of view. The great battle of Panipat was held in this place which changed the fate of Indian history. The Mughal Empire was established in 15th century AD. Now the place is a flat dusty plain consisting of interesting havelis and a 14th century tomb dedicated to the Sufi saint Qalandar Shah. Today Panipat is a busy town and it is famous for its furnishing fabrics and carpets. Click here for more Jyotisar

Jyotisar is believed to be the site where Lord Krishna had delivered the Holy Scripture Bhagwad Gita to Arjun. The site lies some 12 km from Kurukshetra on the Pehowa road. Jyotisar has fine water bodies, bathing ghats and small temples. The marble image of Lord Sri Krishna and Arjun is carved in such a way that Lord Krishna explaining to Arjun, the doctrine of Karma through the Gita Updesh. A banyan (believed to be an off-shoot of the original tree under which the Lord gave His Sermon) gives shade to the area. Thanesar Thanesar is one of the most important pilgrimages of Haryana famous for its temples. The city derives its name from Sthan-esvar or the abode of God (Shiva). Temples of Maa Bhadra Kali and Sthanesvar Mahadev are situated near the town and attract thousands of devotees during Navratra festival. The presiding deity of Sthan-esvar temple is Lord Shiva. A gurudwara is present opposite to the temple and was visited by Guru Teg Bahadur.

Pehowa Pehowa is 27 km west of Thaneswar. It is on the left bank of the river Saraswati and is famous for various temples. The town derives its name from king Prithu. There is a legend that after the demise of his father, king Prithu sat on the side of river Saraswati and offered water to the visitors. Hence the site came to be known as Prithudaka or Prithu's pool. By the passage of time the place got the name Pehowa from Prithudaka. Pehowa is famous for temple of Lord Shiva. Unlike other Shiva temples of India it has no linga inside. Rather the temple has a Panch Mukhi (five faced) idol of Lord Shiva which is said to be one of its kinds in the country. Adventure Tourism Adventure Tourism is very popular in Haryana. Adventure Sports like Rock Climbing, Trekking, River Rafting, and Parasailing are such events held in different places in the state. The enthralling ride in the air under Parasailing and Para Gliding may stop your breathe before you land. Pinjore Aviation Club is a famous name for Parasailing rides for years. The rock climbing at Damdama is an unforgettable experience for any one going for the same. Canoeing or kayaking in the river Yamuna from Panota Sahib to Hathnikund is really enthralling.

Delhi Temples

Delhi Mosques

Lotus Temple, Hanuman Temple, Kalka Devi Temple, Lakshmi Narayan Temple are some of the famous worship shrines in Delhi. Besides their religious sanctity these temples are also famous for their architecture spledor. .. Birla .. MandirKalkaji .. Kali Temple Bari .. Lotus MandirTemple

Mosques in Delhi are the best specimen of Mughal architecture, giving the elegance and grace to the centers of Islamic worship in India. .. Gumbad .. Jama Masjid Masjid .. .. BegumpuriKhirkee Masjid Masjid .. .. Fatehpuri QuwwatMasjid ul Islam

Delhi Monuments Delhi Forts Delhi Forts are the sheer reminders of the glorious era of city's successive dynasties. Visit the colossal Red Fort and Old Fort two major attractions of the city capital. .. .. Delhi Tughlaqabad Red Fort Fort .. Nai-ka.. Kot Ruins Purana Qila Monumental heritage of Delhi is well preserved in its forts, palaces, temples and mosques. Visit the magnificent Qutub Minar that holds lot of surprises in its colossal minaret. mmy text .. Jantar .. Alai Mantar Minar .. Alai ..

DarwazaQutub Minar Delhi Churches Besides other holy shrines churches also equally flourished in India. Delhi house the churches of diverse Christian faith, there are Catholic Churches, Protestant Churches and various other churches scattered all over Delhi. .. Cathedral Church .. Roman Catholic Church

Delhi Tombs A special feature caters to the structure of tombs, all tombs crown the onion shaped domes and Delhi is no exceptional to it. Safdarjang's tomb and Humayun tomb are the superb specimen of typical Mughal style of tomb architecture. .. .. Sultan HumayunsGharis Tomb Tomb .. Jamali .. Tomb of Kamali Altamash Tomb .. .. Ala-ud- Ghiyasuddin dins Tomb Tomb

Colonial Architecture

Museums

Colonial architecture is well depicted in some of the masterwork done during the British Rule. Delhi is no exception to it. Visit the world famous India Gate, Parliament House, St. James's Church and awe at these gothic structures. .. India .. Gate Parliament .. House Supreme .. Regal Court Building .. .. Northern Rashtrapati Ridge Bhavan .. George V Memorial

Delhi's treasure house has extraordinary collections, representing the entire span of Indian civilization from prehistoric times. These museums include finds from the Indus Valley Civilization, the largest collection of miniature paintings and much more. .. Dolls Museum .. Craft Museum .. National Rail Museum