Dargah Hazrat Nizamuddin

Hazrat Nizamuddin Basti

Hazrat Nizamuddin basti is one of Delhi’s oldest areas which has evolved around the 14th century dargah of the great Sufi saint, Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya. The dargah is synonymous with the Sufi philosophy espoused by the saint that embraces people of all religions and all walks of life. It was due to the presence of the saint’s khankah and his dargah that the area around developed as a major necropolis where both rulers and commoners chose to be buried. The area showcases some of the most outstanding Islamic architectural heritage in India ranging from the tomb of the second Mughal emperor Humayun to the more modest grave of the Mughal princess Jahanara located within the precinct of the dargah.

Humayun's Tomb

This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal.

Colours of Nature

Flowers reflect the splendour that mankind has been blessed with and it is appropriate that they make for one of the best gifts too. The colourful demeanour of nature is demonstrated best with all the fresh flowers that can be found in the neighbourhood that represent the bigger scheme of things existing out there. Though trees are an idyllic representation of how green nature is, it is flowers and their multi coloured existence that act as testimony to the brightness and versatility that nature offers. Flowers bring joy and happiness into life and give us a sense of ecstasy.

The Golden Temple

The Golden Temple is situated in Amritsar, located in Northern Punjab, India, which is close to the border of Pakistan. It is the central gurdwara, or worship place, for all Sikhs in the world. Its proper name is Harmandir, which means "Temple of God". It is known as the Golden Temple because of its unique features. The gurdwara is constructed of white marble overlaid with gold leaf and stands in the center of a sarovar, or pool of fresh, clear, reflective water which is fed by the Ganges River. Pilgrims bath and perform ablution in the sacred waters of the tank which is known for its healing properties.

Adalaj ni Vav

Adalaj Stepwell is a unique Hindu 'water building' in Adalaj village, close to Ahmedabad town in Gandhinagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat.The well was built in 1499 A.D. by Queen Rudabai. The step well or Vav, as it is called in Gujarati, is intricately carved and is several stories in depth. The designs on its walls and pillars include, leaves, flowers, birds, fish and other breathtaking ornamental designs. In the past, these step wells were frequented by travellers and caravans as stopovers along trade routes.