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GHAZIABAD CITY ATTRACTIONS |
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| Hastinapur Wildlfe Sanctuary |
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Founded in 1986, the Hastinapur sanctuary spreads over Muzaffarnagar, Meerut, Ghaziabad, Bijnore and Jyotiba Phule Nagar. The Ganges flows through the sanctuary. Besides swamp deer and blue bull, one can spot various other species including antelope, sambhar, cheetal, leopard and wild cat. The marshy land along the river Ganges makes this sanctuary a haven for migratory birds. Over 350 species of birds are found here such as painted stork, black and white necked stork, sarus crane, as well as night birds of prey, ranging from the great Indian horned owl to the jungle owlet, colourful woodpecker, barbet, kingfisher, minivet, bee eater and bulbul. |
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| Red Fort |
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Emperor Shah Jahan built Delhi's most magnificent monument, the Red Fort and above is the red fort picture . In 1638 Shah Jahan shifted the Mughal Empire's capital from Agra to Delhi. A new royal palace known as Red Fort or Red Fort Delhi (Lal Qila) was constructed. It was begun in 1639 and completed in 1648. The name Red Fort comes from the massive red sandstone walls that surround it.
The Red Fort has walls extending up to 2 kms. in length with the height varying from 18 mts. on the river side to 33 mts. on the city side. The Red Fort Delhi has two main entrances, the Delhi Gate and the Lahori Gate. The latter faces Chandni Chowk, the city's most crowded but diverse market. The Red Fort also houses the Diwan-i-Aam or the Hall of Public Audiences, where the Emperor would sit on a marbled paneled alcove, studded with gems, and hear complaints of the common people. The Diwan-i-Khas or the Hall of Private Audience, where private audiences were granted. |
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| IMT |
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IMT Ghaziabad, one of the top ten B-Schools in India, is known for academic excellence, quality research and strong industry interface. IMT offers a learning environment unparallel in terms of academic ambience backed with state-of-the-art educational infrastructure.
In its silver jubilee year, IMT functions in a fully-networked campus, contributing to a growing body of knowledge cultivated by a strong team of faculty and leading industry experts.The Institute has enjoyed an outstanding 100% placement record in top companies since its inception.The Nagpur campus, spread over 25 acres lush green environment, is already functioning and is equipped with ultra modern infrastructure, well equipped hostel and excellent faculty.
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| Shipra Mall |
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Shipra Group, launched its largest mall in NCR inspired by classical Roman-style architecture. Situated at Indirapuram with 4.5 lakh sq. ft of total area, Shipra Mall commits to offer a unique shopping experience with over 100 national & international brands and entertainment. The mall has been designed as a one-stop-destination for entertainment and leisure. Its state-of-the-art 3 Screen Multiplex, ‘Just About Movies’ (JAM) has one of the widest and the largest screens in India.
The new Shipra Mall has taken retail to a mega scale. With a total area of 4,50,000 sq ft comprising of 3,60,000 sq ft of retail space, Three New Generation of Cinemas, 17,000 sq ft of Kids Zone, 15,000 sq ft of Food Court, Amphi Theatre & parking for 1000 cars. 80 percent of mall space has already been leased out to retailers like Shoppers Stop, Globus, Food Bazaar, Fashion Station etc. The mall has been designed with twin atriums for better space and visibility for the retailers and free flow for shoppers. |
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| Entertainment City |
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Entertainment City - India’s largest theme-based amusement park is spread over an area of 145 acres. The 1200 crore park is coming up in Sector 38A just across the road from the Centrestage mall. It includes a Teen Zone and the huge shopping mall called ‘The Great India Place’. Besides a few rides, the Teen Zone will comprise large set stages and concert lighting for live dances and performances. The Great India Place is the name given to the huge shopping mall boasting of close to 1 million sq feet commercial space. A five-star hotel, with a capacity of 250 rooms, is also on the anvil and so is an elevated monorail system to take visitors to the four corners of the park. The park also promises adequate parking facility for those who wish to come in their own vehicles. |
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| Garhmukhteshwar |
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Garhmukteshwar is situated on the National Highways 24 joining New Delhi with Kolkata. The town is situated 100 odd kilometers from the New Delhi and is the closest point from the capital where river Ganges flow.
Garhmukteshwa is a place of hoary antiquity. The place has been mentioned generously in Bhagvat Purana and the Mahabharata. Garhmukteshwar is believed to be the part of the then city of Hastinapur, the capital city of Kaurvas. Kaurvas were one of the protagonists of the famous Indian Epic Mahabharata.
The place once boasted off a very ancient fort that is said to be built by later Pandavas, brothers of Kaurvas. A Maratha general Mir Bhawan repaired this fort during the Anglo-Maratha war. It is said that the Fort was in so good a condition when the British took possession of the place that it was found possible to locate the District Administration in it without incurring much expense on alteration. Sadly, not much remains of that Fort now and one can only trace some ruins that hardly signify the much-talked glory. |
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| Neemrana |
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Situated 122 km from New Delhi, on a rocky outcrop just above an unspoilt village, lies Neemrana, the site of a majestic fort built in 1100% by Prithviraj Chauhan III. The Neemrana Fort, as it is known, has now been converted into a heritage resort. |
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| Mud Fort |
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Barely 80 km from the din and bustle of New Delhi stands the Mud Fort of Kuchesar, which was built in the mid-18th century by the Jat rulers. The fort has bravely withstood the onslaught of the Marathas, Sikhs, Rohillas, and Rajputs, as well as the French and East India Company. The fort was built with seven turrets so as to withstand the cannons of the British. |
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| Agra |
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The city of Agra is 200 kms from Delhi. Agra was the capital of Mughals and the city has retained the Mughal fever in its buildings and social life. Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved ueen Mumtaz Mahal. Taj is one of the most extravagant monument ever built for love. The whole structure is built with white marble and is surrounded by fountains & gardens. Agra also has the imposing Red fort built by Akbar. Near Agra is the Fatehpur Sikri, which is also known as Red sandstone capital of Emperor Akbar. This city is built in Red sandstone and has some of the best examples of Rajputana architecture in combination with Moghul architecture. To reach Agra there are conducted tours from Delhi as well as state transport buses ply from Delhi. Today, modern convenience and luxury exist side-by-side - modern shopping malls and plazas, luxury hotels, wide avenues and a splendid choice of venues for amusement, business, sports activities, joy, education and the arts. |
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| Mathura |
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Widely known as birth place of lord Krishna, Mathura is located on the western bank of river Yamuna. It is 145 Km southeast of Delhi and 58 Km north west of Agra in the State of Uttar Pradesh. For about 3000 Year it was the hub of culture and civilization. widely known as birth place of lord Krishna is located on the western bank of river Yamuna A city of great anti uity, it was also an important political center in historical period. Its strategic position contributed a lot to its emergence of a great center of trade and commerce also. A major city during the Buddha period (5th century BC) it served as the eastern capital of the great Kushan emperor Kanishka. Today, Mathura is replete with many temples and fine ghats along the river Yamuna and is a lively pilgrimage town. Located halfway in between Delhi and Agra, Mathura is easily accessible. |
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RELIGIOUS PLACES IN GHAZIABAD |
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| Shiva Temple |
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This beautiful Shiva temple is a marvel to watch. Devotees visit in hundreds everyday to chant mantras and offer prayers to Lord Shiva.
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| Sai Baba Temple |
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The Sai Baba temple is located in Sector 16A in Faridabad.
A replica of Shridi Sai Baba's Idol Shridi has been established in this temple. Thousands of devotees visit this huge mandir and obtain blessings of Lord Sainath. There are separate places allocated for Dhuni and Dwaraka Mayee inside the mandir. For the needy, tailoring classes are conducted so as to enable the women to earn a good livelihood. Similarly, medical facilities are also provided. |
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| Akshardham Temple |
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As you will move south from ITO, after a kilometre or so, you will find a grand monument rising elegantly to your right, the ambrosial Akshardham Temple. Nestling on the banks of river Yamuna over 100 acres of land, the temple is a modern signature of exquisite beauty. Akshardham means the eternal, divine abode of the supreme God, the haunt of eternal values and virtues of 'Akshar' as defined in the Hindu texts where a heart of devotion, purity and peace forever perches. Portraying an impeccable blend of breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss, the temple is a desired fruit of 5 years of non-stop, round-the-clock construction and blessings of HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), which now manages this pristine architecture. The temple affords a beautiful matrix of marble and red sandstone, with many alluring sculptures that embellish its periphery. Come, experience divinity rising before your peeled eyes at Akshardham, where a religious poetry is offered to every individual heart. |
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| Lotus Temple |
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Long before you savour the spiritual aroma of this peerless architecture, you will see a white chaste lotus soaring high from amidst the lush hills of Kalkaji in New Delhi. Lying to the east of Hauz Khas is the last of seven major Bahai temples build all over the world, the famous Bahá'í Mashriqu'l-Adhkar or Lotus Temple, as it is commonly known. The lotus-shaped shrine, since its arousal as a spiritual haven in December 1986, has carved itself on the consciousness of the city's inhabitants, awning their imagination, fuelling their curiosity, and remodelling the definition of worship. The lotus shape of this architectural marvel signifies secularity of all faith and creeds, a collective dream of all religion. Walk on the cobbled pathway towards the opulent edifice, and believe us, you will be overwhelmed with each step you take towards the melting pot of all religions. Twentieth-century architecture has been characterised by a high degree of technological prowess; by and large, peerless in aesthetic value. |
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The one thing that dominates the urbane skyline of Central Delhi is apparently the soaring spire of the Lakshmi Narayan Temple. About 1.5 km due west of Connaught Place, this garish, modern, Orissan styled temple was erected by industrialist B.D.Birla in 1938 and was inaugrated by Mahatma Gandhi on the condition that people of all castes especially untouchables would be allowed in. The temple enshrines almost all the deities of the Hindu Pantheon, the presiding deity being Narayan (Vishnu, the preserver in Hindu trinity) and his consort Lakshmi, the Goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The revered shrine, nestling in the heart of the city, is as famous for its sanctity as for its architecture. Portraying an alluring blend of cream and red, the sacred shrine also affords a curious medley of Hindu mythology and ancient Indian architecture. Enjoy a visit to the temple to savour spirituality and legends, served in a different flavour. |
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