G OLDEN T EMPLE, A MOROUS G ODS Delhi, Amritsar, Varanasi & Doha

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1 T HE M ETROPOLITAN M USEUM OF A RT G OLDEN T EMPLE, A MOROUS G ODS Delhi, Amritsar, Varanasi & Doha With Olivier Bernier January 12 to 29, 2015

2 T HE M ETROPOLITAN M USEUM OF A RT Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, India, in the splendid course of its long history, has given birth to many different cultures. Hinduism is still the majority religion; but the Mughal Emperors were Muslims, and the Sikhs created their own religion in the 16th and 17th centuries. We will sample all of these as well as some of the best 20th-century architecture, and conclude with a visit, in Doha, to see a spectacular collection of Shah Jahan s jewelry. Traveling with us, Olivier Bernier, who has designed this trip, will share his deep knowledge of India s history and culture as well as his extensive travel experience. Mr. Bernier, whose passion for India has illuminated many lectures at the Met, will also be describing and analyzing museums and monuments as we visit them. We will begin in Delhi and go through many centuries: from the Qtub Minar, built in the 11th century, to Humayun s Tomb, designed in the 1570s; and on to Shah Jahan s majestic 17th-century mosque. Then, as we move on to Amritsar and its ever-busy Golden Temple, we will experience the most sacred site of the Sikhs. From there leap into the 20th century, as we tour Chandigarh, the city designed by Le Corbusier as the new capital of Punjab. Then, east of Delhi, we will move into the heart of Hinduism. Varanasi is the Hindu s most sacred city, and an early morning cruise on the Ganges will show us the city s fervent religious activities. The city s ancient Buddhist past will also be rediscovered as we visit the museum in Sarnath. In Khajuraho, we will visit a group of temples that ranks among India s most beautiful and most erotic. A drive will take us to Gwalior and its 15th-century fort, and then in Agra, we will discover Amritsar Chandigarh that jewel of Indian architecture, the Taj Mahal. PAKISTAN Delhi Agra Gwalior Orchha INDIA NEPAL Varanasi Khajuraho What, after that, could make more sense than to follow some of Shah Jahan s most cherished possessions? On the way home, in Doha, as we visit the Museum of Islamic Art designed by I.M. Pei, we will also be dazzled by the jewels Shah Jahan owned, which are among the most beautiful ever created. I hope you will join us on this special trip. Arabian Sea Bay of Bengal Sincerely, Emily K. Rafferty President SRI LANKA T HE M ETROPOLITAN M USEUM OF A RT 1000 F IFTH A VENUE N EW Y ORK, N EW Y ORK 10028

3 G OLDEN T EMPLE, A MOROUS G ODS Delhi, Amritsar, Varanasi & Doha January 12 to 29, 2015 MasterLu The Golden Temple complex, Amritsar. NEW YORK DOHA, QATAR Monday & Tuesday, January 12 & 13 Depart New York s JFK Airport on an overnight flight to Doha and connect with the flight to Delhi. DELHI, INDIA Wednesday, January 14 Arrive in Delhi in the early morning and transfer to the luxurious Leela Palace Hotel, where rooms have been reserved for early arrival. The balance of the day is at leisure. Gather this evening for welcome remarks by Olivier Bernier, followed by dinner at the hotel. DELHI Thursday, January 15 Over the last thousand years, Delhi has been the capital of seven empires, and there are traces of its Hindu, Muslim, and British builders throughout the city. Today, Delhi consists of the 17th- to 19th-century Old Delhi and the newer sections constructed from 1913 to 1931 under the supervision of British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker. We will explore Old Delhi, including the impressive Jama Masjid, built by Emperor Shah Jahan. After lunch, see Humayun s Tomb, the first of the great Mughal imperial tombs and the 12th-century Qtub Minar, the world s tallest minaret. DELHI Friday, January 16 Begin the day at the National Museum, housing an excellent collection of Indian art. Lunch is in the famed Lodi Gardens, prior to a visit to the National Crafts Museum, showcasing India s varied arts and crafts traditions. View its fine collections then continue to the museum courtyard, where a group of artisans will demonstrate their skills. DELHI AMRITSAR, INDIA Saturday, January 17 Transfer to the airport in the late morning for the flight to Amritsar. Continue to the Hyatt Amritsar for lunch and check-in. Spend the afternoon at the Golden Temple where the Holy Book of the Sikhs, the Granth Sahib, was installed in Standing in the middle of a sacred pool, this is the most sacred of the Sikh temples, and a symbol of strength and magnificence. Nearby is the Jalianwala, 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. Following dinner, return to the Golden Temple to witness the evening ceremony. G OLDEN TEMPLE, A MOROUS G ODS

4 AMRITSAR CHANDIGARH, INDIA Sunday, January 18 This morning drive to Chandigarh, stopping en route for a picnic lunch. India s first planned city, Chandigarh was designed by Le Corbusier in the 1950s. The harmony of its open spaces, proportions of its buildings, and daring volume of the Hall of Legislature are among the world s great architectural achievements. Afternoon visits include the unusual Rock Gardens, created with no plants but instead with rocks and discarded objects which, together, create an original and poetic environment. Conclude at the new JW Marriott for check-in and dinner. CHANDIGARH Monday, January 19 This morning visit Corbusier s Open Hand Monument, official emblem of Chandigarh, and a symbol of peace and unity. We will also see the Assembly Hall of Punjab and Haryana. Although Chandigarh serves as the capital of both Punjab and Haryana, the city is its own union territory, administered directly by the Government of India. After lunch, the afternoon is at leisure. Dinner is at the hotel, followed by a private Bhangra dance performance. VARANASI Wednesday, January 21 An important place of pilgrimage, Varanasi regularly draws Hindus for whom a morning dip in the sacred Ganges is a daily ritual. Rise early for a boat ride on the river at dawn. After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Bharat Kala Bhawan and its collection of medieval sculptures and Mughal jewelry. Following lunch, the early afternoon is at leisure. Gather for a lecture prior to dinner at the hotel. VARANASI KHAJURAHO, INDIA Thursday, January 22 A morning flight takes us to Khajuraho, famous for the artistry of its temple carvings and sculptures which celebrate, often erotically, the joys of daily life in India 1,000 years ago. Following check-in and lunch at the Taj Chandela Hotel, tour the temples built between 950 and 1050 C.E. during the Chandela Dynasty. A highlight is Kandariya Mahadev temple, a near-perfect representation of Chandela art. Dinner is at the hotel. CHANDIGARH DELHI VARANASI, INDIA Tuesday, January 20 Depart on a morning flight to Delhi and connect with the flight to Varanasi, India s holy city on the Ganges. Following lunch, check in at the Hotel Taj Gateway Ganges Hotel. This afternoon visit the Archaeological Museum in Sarnath to see the sandstone sculpture collection, including the famous Ashoka Lion and one of the most beautiful Gupta period sculptures in existence. Conclude with an optional visit to a silk factory. Dinner is at the hotel. rchphoto Palace complex, Orchha. KHAJURAHO GWALIOR, INDIA Friday, January 23 Morning on the Ganges, Varanasi. Drive to Orchha for lunch and a visit to its complex of 16th- and 17th-century palaces, set on an island in the Betwa River. Many of the palaces have been abandoned, but we can still marvel at the intriguing architecture, including hanging balconies, beautiful murals, and gardens. Conclude the day in Gwalior, at the Taj Usha Kiran Palace, formerly the guest palace of the Maharaja. Dinner is at the hotel. DELHI, AMRITSAR, VARANASI & DOHA

5 GWALIOR Saturday, January 24 Spend the morning at Gwalior Fort to see Man Mandir Palace and its faience tiles. Stop at the nearby museum to see one of India s finest sculptures. After lunch, visit the Jai Vilas Palace, built in the 19th century by a British architect. A silver electric train, which travels around the huge dining room table, carried liquors to the palace guests. Conclude at the tomb of 16th-century Afghan prince Ghaus Mohammad with its exquisite stone carved screens. Before dinner return to Gwalior Fort for an excellent sound and light show. GWALIOR AGRA, INDIA Sunday, January 25 Drive to Agra, arriving at the elegant Oberoi Amarvilas Hotel in time for lunch and check-in. Then visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, begun in 1622 for the Emperor Jahangir s father-in-law. The model for the Taj Mahal, its many-colored marbles make it one of the most sumptuous buildings in India. AGRA DELHI Tuesday, January 27 Depart for Delhi, arriving in the late morning at The Trident Gurgaon. Lunch at leisure is followed by an optional afternoon shopping excursion. Dinner is at the hotel. DELHI DOHA Wednesday, January 28 Transfer to the airport for the morning flight to Doha, capital of Qatar. Upon arrival, transfer to the Four Seasons Hotel for lunch and check-in. This afternoon a stop will be made at Souq Waqif for an opportunity to learn about the traditions of falconry. Then visit the Museum of Islamic Art, where we will focus on Shah Jahan s jewels. Gather for our farewell dinner in the museum s elegant rooftop restaurant. AGRA Monday, January 26 The consummate symbol of India, the Taj Mahal was built between 1632 and 1648 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife. Early risers may wish to experience the Taj Mahal at sunrise, followed by breakfast at the hotel. Continue to nearby Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar s glorious and deserted 16th-century city of red sandstone. After lunch in Bharatpur, return to Agra, where the balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy the amenities of our hotel or perhaps discover the many crafts of the area. The Museum of Islamic Art, Doha. DOHA NEW YORK Thursday, January 29 Depart Doha this morning, arriving at JFK in the afternoon. To reserve a place, please return this form along with your deposit of $2,500 per person (of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees) payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, 1040 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY Names in Full as on Passports. Please Print. Address City State Zip Telephone (Home) (Business) Fax ACCOMMODATIONS I wish to share a room with Hotel Room Preference Double Twin Single (with a supplement of $3,575) T HE M ETROPOLITAN M USEUM OF A RT Delhi, Amritsar, Varanasi & Doha January 12 to 29, 2015 RESERVATION APPLICATION OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN DOHA I/We wish to join the optional postlude in Doha. Hotel Room Preference Double Twin Single FORM OF PAYMENT Enclosed is my check (payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad) Credit card (may be used for deposit only) Name on Credit Card Credit Card Number 3- or 4-Digit Security Code Expiration Date Each participant must sign below. I/We confirm that I/we have carefully read and agree to the Terms & Conditions of this Program. I/We agree to full payment by check 120 days prior to departure. Signature (Required) Date Signature (Required) Date For additional information, please contact Academic Arrangements Abroad Telephone: or Fax: met@arrangementsabroad.com

6 OPTIONAL DOHA POSTLUDE January 29 to 31, 2015 Spend two days in Doha, a former pearl-diving village that has burgeoned into a dizzyingly modern city that rivals Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Admire the unique collections at MATHAF, the Arab Museum of Modern Art; and tour the Royal Stables of Al Shaqab (pending permission), established in 1993 and devoted to the heritage, traditions, and breeding of Arabian horses. At the Msheireb Enrichment Centre on Doha s picturesque corniche, trace the city s trajectory from its modest past to its ambitious vision for the future. Conclude the day with a visit to Katara Cultural Village. A final highlight of our stay is a Jeep safari tour across towering sand dunes to the sparkling waters of the Inland Sea separating Qatar from Saudi Arabia. OPTIONAL DOHA POSTLUDE $1,775 per person. $425 single supplement. Includes two nights at the Four Seasons Doha, breakfast daily, one lunch, and one dinner; touring as per the itinerary. Credit Doha market stall. RATE INCLUDES PROGRAM RATE $13,995 (per person, double occupancy) SINGLE SUPPLEMENT $3,575 Sixteen nights hotel accommodations, as per the itinerary Buffet breakfast daily, thirteen lunches, and thirteen dinners; bottled water and coffee / tea with all meals; beer / wine at dinners Program of lectures by Olivier Bernier Escorted sightseeing and entrance fees for all included visits Economy Class airfare for four flights within India: Delhi / Amritsar Chandigarh / Delhi / Varanasi / Khajuraho Airport / hotel group transfers Taxes, service, and porterage for one suitcase per person Gratuities to local guides and drivers NOT INCLUDED IN RATE International airfare, including Qatar Airways flight Delhi/Doha; passport and visa fees; alcoholic beverages other than wine/ beer at dinners (when possible); personal items and expenses; trip insurance; excess baggage charges; meals not specified; transfers for those not on suggested flights; any other items not specifically included.

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CST Front cover: Shah Jahan on a Terrace, Holding a Pendant Set With His Portrait, Folio from the Shah Jahan Album. Painting by Chitarman (active ca ). India, Islamic, recto: ; verso: ca Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Purchase, Rogers Fund and The Kevorkian Foundation Gift, 1955 ( ). Back cover: Taj Mahal (top) and Rosette Bearing the Names and Titles of Shah Jahan, Folio from the Shah Jahan Album. India, Islamic, recto: ca. 1645; verso: ca Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Purchase, Rogers Fund and The Kevorkian Foundation Gift, 1955 ( ) (bottom).

8 T HE M ETROPOLITAN M USEUM OF A RT 1000 Fifth Avenue New York, NY PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID ACADEMIC ARRANGEMENTS ABROAD G OLDEN T EMPLE, A MOROUS G ODS Delhi, Amritsar, Varanasi & Doha January 12 to 29,