India has always enchanted travellers with exotic tales of its Maharajas and their grand palaces, yogis and breathtaking temples, and its breathtaking  landscapes. It is impossible to visit the country and not fall in love with it. For anyone who is looking to dive into this land of mystical tales, planning a tour through The Golden Triangle is the best way to start.

Consisting of three of the country’s most celebrated tourist destinations, namely Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, The Golden Triangle is an indulgent tourist experience where you get to unfurl through the pages of the country’s abundant cultural heritage and history.

Why is it called “The Golden Triangle”?

Geographically, The Golden Triangle is formed by Delhi, Agra and Jaipur in the heart of Northern   India. Each of these cities receive high tourist footfalls from both national and  foreign visitors, making them “golden” tourist destinations.

They are home to monuments showcasing some of the world’s best architecture. Having been home to  some of the greatest rulers of the continent, these cities have glorious monuments like Lal Qila (Red Fort) in Delhi, the peerless Taj Mahal, and the very unique Hawa Mahal of Jaipur, amongst many, many others.

Explore The Golden Triangle with FlippAR Go.

Just like everyone fascinated by the rich history and impressive architecture of Northern India, the team of FlippAR Go took the road for a tour of the The Golden Triangle. The complete circuit is 720 km by road, however, you do have the option of railways for all the three cities.

Like most travellers, we kick-started our tour at the Capital itself. Delhi’s magnificent history spreads across aeons, having seen the rule of the Mughals, the fall of the British, and the celebrations of the country’s first night of independence. Ever since, the city has served as the as the capital of the country. When in Delhi, head to the listed places for the most authentic experience of Delhi’s history and its lively spirit:

1. Qutub Minar
2. Lal Qila (Red Fort)
3. Jama Masjid
4. Humayun’s Tomb
5. Lotus Temple
6. Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
7. Purana Qila (Old Fort)
8. India Gate
9. Rashtrapati Bhavan
10. Lakshmi Narayan Temple

Pro-tip: unravel more than just history while in Delhi. Binge on some local delicacies or shop till you drop. Read about these and many more experiences in Delhi here.

Moving on from the Capital, we headed straight to Agra. While the city is famous for the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal, there are so many more interesting monuments and stories that this city holds within itself.

During our stay here, our research helped us explore so much and took us back in time of the Mughals. We have tried to bring alive the same experience for you today. Learn about these places using our app.

1. Taj Mahal
2. Agra Fort
3. Akbar’s Tomb
4. Fatehpur Sikri
5. Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah

The next and final stop in our The Golden Triangle tour was the ‘Pink City’ itself. Other than its iconic Hawa Mahal, the City Palace, and intriguing observatory of Jantar Mantar, , the city is an ideal destination to shop for authentic Rajasthani handicraft, jewellery, and semi-precious stones. But if you want to step into the world of the Maharajas  we suggest you keep in mind the following tourist attractions across the city:

1. Amer Fort
2. Hawa Mahal
3. City Palace
4. Nahargarh Fort
5. Jantar Mantar

Taking on the trail for The Golden Triangle tour is one of the best ways to bite into the decadent cultural history of Northern India. On an average, the tour takes 8-10 days. Being a very famous travel trail the route offers several transportation options for you to choose from.

Through this entire journey, you can count on FlippAR to be your AR travel companion offering you a list of experiences in these cities along with verified and curated information on the listed monuments.