Agra is a medieval city on the banks of Yamuna River was founded by 'Sultan Sikandar Lodi' in 1504. It achieved fame as the capital city of the Mughal Emperors from 1526 to 1658 and remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-Era buildings, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, also known as 'Keoladeo Ghana National Park' is a reserve that offers protection to faunal species as well nesting indigenous water-birds and migratory water-birds, this sanctuary is also inhabited by Sambar, Chital, Nilgai and Boar. Migratory birds at Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary include, several species of Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks and Pipits, etc.
Jaipur, the picturesque capital of Rajasthan also known as the 'Pink City' was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. It was the first planned city in India, beautifully laid out gardens and parks, attractive monuments and marvelous heritage hotels, which were once the residence of Maharajas, are worthy of admiration. Visit to Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar-Mantar, Hawa Mahal and Chowki Dhani. The ambling camels and cheerful people in multi-hued costumes will make your trip to the 'Pink City' a memorable one.
Programme Details
Agra
Taj Mahal, A glimpse at the Seventh Wonder of the World and know about the Art and Architecture of the Mughal Era.
Agra Fort, due to its strategic location Emperor Akbar made this place as his capital. Students learn how Emperor Akbar ruled during his period.
Marble Factory, students learn and see how intricate inlay work is done on marble for which the Taj Mahal is famous.
Fatehpur Sikri, a beautifully planned place where Emperor Akbar decided to shift his capital to honour the great Sufi Saint Saleem Chisti.
Bharatpur
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, students get to learn and identify different species of birds and their migratory pattern.
Hands on Experience of the Bird Sanctuary Wildlife.
Cycling A guided tour with the Ornithologists.
Project Feather, an opportunity to collect and identify dropped feathers of birds.
Government Museum, a glimpse of past splendour of Rajput Kings.
Lohagarh Fort , one of the strongest fort built in Indian history with an excellent blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture.
Jaipur
Chowki Dhani, students learn about rural Rajasthani lifestyle.
Amber Fort, students learn about the royal lifestyle of the Rajputs and visit Sheesh Mahal.
A glimpse of
Hawa Mahal and a Visit to
The City Palace and Museum is also on the cards.
Jantar Mantar, students see the architectural astronomical instruments used in the past to observe astronomical events.
Key learnings
Through this learning program students learn about the Mughal and Indian Lifestyle and Culture, students also learn to live as a team, be patient and closely experience the birds in their natural habitat.