Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Humayun's Tomb

Delhi - FORTS & MONUMENTS - Humayun's Tomb

Built by the wife of Humayun, Haji Begum in the mid 16th century, this red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor of Taj Mahal. The structure is one of the best example of Mughal Architecture. Humayun's wife is also buried in the red and white sandstone, black and yellow marble tomb. The entry in the complex is free on Fridays.


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Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE

Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE

It is advisable not to pack too many things, as it is impossible not to buy things in India. In fact the most reluctant and miserly shoppers succumb within the first few days unless they are held back. Just carry things that can be used up and thrown out at the end (creams, shampoos etc.) Though a lot of variety is available in the big cities.


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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Insurance

Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Insurance

Is a good idea to make a small payment to cover against theft, loss and medical problems.

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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Documents

Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Travel Documents

It is safe to keep all the travel documents, consisting of your passport, tickets, confirmations of bookings, insurance policies , traveller`s cheques, permits, visas etc. and of course money in your hand luggage. In cloths, essentials are loose cotton cloths as man made fibres are extremely uncomfortable and sweaty during summer months. Hotel laundries are fast and good. European Designs are cheaper in India and are sold in the hotel shopping arcades.

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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Sightseeing Packing

Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Sightseeing Packing

For daily travelling, must consist of a hand towel, a small bar of soap, a toilet roll, face tissue or handkerchiefs and a bottle for water. A camera, with ample roll of films (good quality films are available in the big cities), a pair of binoculars, which can help with looking closer at birds, wildlife and detailed carving on buildings. Electrical gadgets work on "220 V". Sealed Mineral Water is available freely.
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Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - The Ghats

Delhi - PLACES OF DELHI - The Ghats

Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places were the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated. The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948. To North of Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of Jawaharlal Nehru named as Shanti Van. The cremation ground of Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi are also in the vicinity. The cremation ground of Lal Bahadur Shastri is nearby.
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Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Clothes

Delhi - Travel - BAGGAGE - Clothes

Can also be stitched and copied in one day, using fabric bought by the meter, which is readily available. Socks are essential if you plan to visit temples or places of worship as you are not allowed to wear shoes inside these places . There is an inexhaustible choice of comfortable, good looking cheap sandals in Delhi.



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