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Hinduism and the Religions of India Presents Hinduism and the Religions of India Prepared for: Jean Lawson, Study Abroad Coordinator and Professor Nancy Brink Code: zchijan2017 Version: Proposal #2, Dated August 4, 2016 Tour Resource Consultants “Enrich Your Life – Expand Your Word” Chapman University Hinduism and the Religions of India January 7-23, 2017 (Revised August 4, 2016) ITINERARY: DAY 1: 07 JANUARY, SAT DEPART LOS ANGELES By International Flight Transfer on own this morning to Los Angeles International Airport for flights on own to Delhi. Suggested flights on Cathay Pacific depart this morning, change planes in Hong Kong and arrive in the evening of January 8. DAY 2: 08 JANUARY, SUN ARRIVE DELHI By International Flight Namaste! You arrive late today into Delhi International Airport. Once you are done with customs, immigration, and baggage collection you will notice our representative waiting for you with a placard when you are just about to exit the arrival terminal. On arrival, assisted private transfer to the hotel and check in for your stay. Delhi is India’s capital and a major gateway to the country. Perhaps there is no other capital city in the world so steeped in history and legend as the Indian capital Delhi. It was the magnet, which drew the Mongols, Turks, Persians, Afghans, Mughals and the British, all of whom contributed to its glorious but turbulent past. The fascination with Delhi was such that even though it was abandoned many times, its rulers returned to it again and again rebuilding it at least seven times. Today, the twin cities of Old and New Delhi still intrigue tourists alike as the cultural and political capital of the largest democracy in the world. MEAL PLAN: No Meal DAY 3: 09 JANUARY, MON DELHI Meet in the morning at the lobby and your guide will run through the day’s program. Later, drive to Old Delhi and experience rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk, explore the narrow alleys and its colorful markets. Visit the "Jama masjid" (Friday mosque), which is one of the largest ancient mosque complex of Asia. Then drive past Red Fort built in the year 1648 by Shah Jehan and visit Raj Ghat, memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon explore New Delhi which includes Humayun's Tomb, built in the year 1562, this monument is an outstanding monument in the Indo-Persian style, a precursor of the Taj Mahal. Further drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars and President's House, the official residence of the President of India, built in the year 1931. In the evening visit the Birla Temple. It was built in Orissan styled was erected by industrialist B.D.Birla in 1938 and was inaugurated by Mahatma 2 | P a g e Chapman University Hinduism and the Religions of India January 7-23, 2017 (Revised August 4, 2016) Gandhi on the condition that people of all castes especially untouchables would be allowed in. The temple enshrines almost all the deities of the Hindu Pantheon, the presiding deity being Narayan (Vishnu, the preserver in Hindu trinity) and his consort Lakshmi, the Goddess of prosperity and good fortune. MEAL PLAN: Breakfast DAY 4: 10 JANUARY, TUE DELHI - AMRITSAR By 9W 740 (1705/ 1815 hour) Morning visit the Lotus Temple, a Bahai house of worship designed in the shape of a lotus flower. Built in 1986, the stunning white marble ‘flower’ sits within 26 acres (10.5 hectares) of landscaped gardens, pools and red sandstone walkways. The central prayer hall accommodates about 2,500 people and looks as if it's open to the sky. Next visit the Sikh Temple, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, the biggest Gurudwara in Delhi was at one time the bungalow of Raja Jai Singh Amber of Jaipur. In 1664, the eighth Sikh Guru Harkishan Dev resided here during his visit to Delhi. The Samovar situated in the compound is believed to be blessed by the guru and hence, it is held sacred by the sikhs. The gurudwara also has an art gallery and a hospital is situated in the building. In time, transfer to the airport and fly to Amritsar. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Amritsar means 'Pool of the Nectar of Immortality', so named after the pool within the Golden Temple. Deep in the Punjab, it is the holy city of the Sikhs and as such is intimately linked with the history of the Sikh peoples. All Sikhs endeavour to visit the Golden Temple at some point in their lives and bathe in the holy water. A prosperous city, Amritsar’s income is mainly from agriculture, commerce and industry. MEAL PLAN: Breakfast & Lunch DAY 5: 11 JANUARY, WED AMRITSAR Morning, walk through some narrow streets to the temple - on the way keep an eye out above you as there are some very old buildings with very intricate wood carvings. The original Sikh temple in Amritsar was built here at the end of the 16th century. The temple was rebuilt in 1764 by Maharaja Ranjit Singh and 100kg of gold was added in 1830 giving rise to its name 'The Golden Temple'. Your guide will show you around the main area of the temple and explain the history and layout including the vast dining halls where all visitors, regardless of their religion, are invited to eat together. Perhaps the most incredible part are the kitchens run by volunteers, you will see vast cauldrons full of dhal, groups of ladies rolling out chapattis, meanwhile 3 | P a g e Chapman University Hinduism and the Religions of India January 7-23, 2017 (Revised August 4, 2016) the noise in the background is the endless washing of plates, sweets are also available and a non-stop supply of Chai all free for anyone who wants. You will get an opportunity to volunteer in the community kitchen. Next 15-minute walk will take you to Jalianwala bagh, the site of a massacre in 1919 when the British opened fire on a peaceful gathering of protestors. Mahatma Gandhi subsequently called for a nationwide strike and formed the Non-Cooperation Movement, which became a key event in India’s struggle for independence. The area is now a park with a memorial to the men, women, and children who died. Also visit Shri Durgiana Temple, also known by other names of Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Durga Tirath and Sitla Mandir, is a premier Hindu temple of Punjab. Though a Hindu temple, its architecture is similar to the Golden Temple of Sikh religion. Evening, visit the temple to witness the ceremony. The temple is home to the Adi Granth or Original Holy, book which is a collection of hymns of the great saints. The book is a focus of devotion and during the day is kept in the Hari Madhir Sahib and is returned to the Akal Takhat every evening at around 9.15pm in winter and 10.15pm in the summer. This daily ritual is a sight not to be missed on a visit to The Golden Temple, it is advisable for both men and women to take scarfs with you, hats are not permitted. Also as you enter the temple you will have to dip your feet in water, be careful not to slip on the other side as the marble is wet. MEAL PLAN: Breakfast DAY 6: 12 JANUARY, THU IN AMRITSAR Morning visit, Gurdwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib is a gurdwara established by the fifth guru, Guru Arjan Dev, in the city of Tarn Taran Sahib, Punjab, India. The site has the distinction of having the largest sarovar (water pond) of all the gurdwaras. Afternoon drive to Wagah border to attend one of the world’s oddest spectator activity involving a pompous display of military bravado at the Flag Ceremony. The “Retreat,” a high-kicking, tow-stepping, quick-marching ceremony wherein the Indian and Pakistani flags are lowered on either side of the only border that remains open between the two hostile countries provides a rare look at relations between the two countries. MEAL PLAN: Breakfast DAY 7: 13 JANUARY, FRI AMRITSAR – BODHGAYA By AI 113 (1030/ 1515 hour) Morning, transfer to the airport and fly to Bodhgaya via Delhi. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. 4 | P a g e Chapman University Hinduism and the Religions of India January 7-23, 2017 (Revised August 4, 2016) Bodhgaya: It is here where the quest of Prince Siddhartha was fulfilled after years of seeking the truth and the saga of Buddha began. He attained the supreme enlightenment and became 'The Buddha', the enlightened one. Thus Buddhism was born here under the Peepal Tree. The Prince had been wandering in search of supreme peace for long six years hither and thither. But it was at Bodhgaya only where his holy mission was achieved. Bodhgaya has naturally developed into the most sacred spot for Buddhists from all over the world, especially the affluent south East Asia. Rest of the day is of own choosing. MEAL PLAN: Breakfast & Dinner DAY 8: 14 JANUARY, SAT BODHGAYA In the morning proceed to visit to Mahabodhi Temple to offer prayers. This temple is an architectural amalgamation of many centuries and cultures – architectures of the Gupta and later ages, inscriptions describing visits of pilgrims from Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and China are some examples. The highlights of the temple include tall stone lotuses, figures of Buddha sitting in different postures on the walls, his footprints on stone, and a colossal golden Buddha in the sanctum sanctorum. The Bodhi Tree is situated inside the temple premises, under which Buddha attained illumination.
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