The cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur form the three main points of a route often referred to as ‘the Golden Triangle’ in India – as much for its wealth of historic monuments as its enduring popularity with visitors. The region holds the country’s most splendid forts, palaces and tombs, including the Taj Mahal, and offers a broad spectrum of different cultural experiences, reflecting India’s complex mix of religious and ethnic traditions.
If this is your first trip to India, the Golden Triangle will probably form the backbone of your journey, although numerous extensions are well worth considering – notably into the forests of Rajasthan to see a tiger in the wild.
Where is the Golden Triangle?
The Golden Triangle connects the rich cluster of sights in, and lying within easy reach of, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. The eastern leg of the route tracks the Yamuna River as it winds across the northern plains through the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, while the eastern side skirts the arid fringes of the Thar Desert of Rajasthan.
