India is spread across vast expanse of land and the
cities of India exhibit a vast difference in their culture and
lifestyle. All these cities have their own legends, historical and
architectural legacy that is almost inexhaustible. We have attempted to
present a bird eye's view of the kaleidoscopic range of the major Indian
cities. Delhi is the political and the commercial capital of India while
Mumbai is the city where dreams come true. Mumbai is best known for
being the seat of Bollywood, the Indian film industry. All the major
Rajasthani cities such as Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur recreate the days
of Kings and Queens for use with the extravagant palaces and massive
forts. Elephant rides add to this regal experience. The camel rides and
the rugged looks of the desert cities of Jaisalmer and Bikaner opens up
the whole new world to use where we can enjoy the mesmerizing dexterous
steps of folk dancers that are accompanied by the unique haunting folk
music of the natives.
Varanasi, Pushkar and Rameshwaram are just some of the holiest cities
of Hindus that have their own legends, significance in Indian mythology
and scores of temples and religious places. To the South, the cities
have more natural beauty to them with vast expance of lush green
tropical forests and vast expanse of seashores. The history of Deccan
India is important too and legends there might be different from North
India but are not less interesting. Besides the rich past, the
development in the technological and software sector here is important
too. The Sun Temple of Konark, the sensuous temples of Khajuraho, the
hill resort of Udhagamandalam or Ooty and the temples of Kanchipuram and
Mahabalipuram are just few of the wonders of the South. The cities of
India are full of endless treasures and each of them is as interesting
as the pearls of the necklace.
