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| The True Colour Of India
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 Rajasthan...
The golden glow of desert landscape, the shimmering
emerald water surrounding the medieval lakes, grand palaces,
bustling bazaars, endless desert sands, teeming wild &
bird life are as much a part of Rajasthan. As the ships of
the desert who sail majestically amidst the tranquility, colour
and warmth all around.
Rajasthan, the land of
Prince and Princess the most amazing legends of devotion,
romance and heroism come alive. Come and discover with culture
heritage with a treasure of history, picturesque architecture
and bewitching landscape is unparalleled destination of India.
Rajasthan offers the visitors
both quiet moments of relaxation and adventure in the desert
state. Welcome to the land of Golden Memories and preserve
a unique and unforgettable experience |
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| Ajmer & Pushkar: Unique
Blend Of Composite Culture |
 'Ajmer'
owes its composite culture to the reign of many dynasties
that came, ruled and left, leaving behind indelible marks
of their culture and traditions culture. Ajmer is situated
in a valley surrounded by the Aravali hills, 131 Kms West
of Jaipur. It is also associated with remarkable historical
events. 'Dargah Khwaja Sahib' the landmark of Ajmer.
One of the holiest Muslim shrines in the country. The city
has some splendid master pieces of Indo-Islamic architecture.
'Pushkar', 11 Kms West of Ajmer, along the picturesque Pushkar
Lake lies the tranquil town with deep religious significance.
An important pilgrimage centre of Hindus, flourishing with
400 temples and a lake encircles by 52 ghats. The biggest
attraction being the temple of Lord Brahma. Pushkar
is also the site for one of the largest and most colorful
cattle fairs in the world.
Places Of Interest: Taragarh Fort, Khwaja
Moinuddin - Chisti Dargah, Brahma Temple, Man Mahal, Bathing
Ghats and the Lake.
Reach: By Air- No flights nearest
airport is Jaipur - 131Kms.
By Rail- Well connected with Jodhpur, Jaipur, Jaiselmer,
Delhi, Bombay, and Ahmedabad.
By Road- Jodhpur - 205 Kms. Udaipur 274 Kms. |
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| Alwar: The Land Of Wildlife
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 Alwar
is nestled between a cluster of small hills of the Aravali range.
It is the gateway tone of the finest wildlife sanctuaries- Sariska
(37 kms) which is an excellent home of tigers, birds and variety
of animals. 'Bala Kila Fort' perched on the most prominent hill
is massive medieval fort with 51 small towers, 446 openings
for musketry and 8 huge towers. Perched on the most
prominent of these hills is a massive ancient fort that whispers
tales of the rich history of the city. Apart from its long history,
the city has a rich heritage with some beautiful lakes and picturesque
valleys thickly wooded in parts.
Places Of Interest: Purjan Vihar, Vinay
Vilas Mahal, Siliserh Lake, Sariska Palace & the Sariska
Tiger Reserve
Reach: By Air- Nearest Airport is
Jaipur-141 kms.
By Rail- Well connected with Jaipur, Udaipur,
Jodhpur and Delhi.
By Road- Jaipur 141 Kms. Bharatpur 116 Kms. Agra 171
Kms. Delhi: 163 Kms |
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| Bharatpur: Exotic Migratory
Birds Sanctuary |
 The
55 Kms journey By Road from Agra drives to the town
of Bharatpur, the eastern gateway to Rajasthan. Bharatpur
is popular for its bird sanctuary- 'Keoladeo Ghana National
Park' - one of the finest in Asia rich for its avian variety.
Every year the rare Siberian cranes come to spend the winter
in the warmer climate of Bharatpur.
Places Of Interest: Bharatpur Fort, Deeg Palace
& Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
Reach: By Air- Nearest Airport Agra - 55
Kms, Jaipur - 176 Kms & Delhi - 250 Kms ,
By Rail - well connected link with Delhi, Agra,
Jaipur all the major cities of Rajasthan.
By Road- from Agra - 55 Kms, Jaipur - 176 Kms from
Delhi - 250 Kms |
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| Bikaner: Outpost On Caravan
Route |
 This
is 500-year-old town standing still in time. A true
desert city. The rulers here built beautiful forts that
echo of opulence and images of monsoon clouds in this dry
land. The wealth of its architectural heritage lies in its
forts, palaces and temples. Here is a temple ( Karni Mata
) where rats are held sacred, the Gajner Wild Life sanctuary
and former hunting lodge by the lake. Today the city is known
for flourishing industries of food, wool, and camel breeding.
Places Of Interest: Junagargh Fort, Lallgarh
Palace, Karni Mata Temple, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary &
Camel Breeding Farm.
Reach: By Air- No flights.
By Rail- Well connected with all cities of Rajasthan
as well as to Major cities like Calcutta, Delhi and Bombay.
By Road- Jaipur-336Kms, Jodhpur- 243 Kms. Jaiselmer-333Kms. |
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| Chittaurgarh: The Pride Of
Rajput Warriors |
 'Chittaurgarh',
the town known for its massive fort atop a hill, crowned on
a 6 kms. long hill, covering an area of 280 hectares with fortifications,
temples, towers and palaces. The city can be single out for
its glorious past and valor, unique to the Rajput tradition.
Chittaurgarh is fortified settlement, where history witnessed
a number of siege but refused to bow before foreign invaders.
Tales are told here of princess Padmini who was known for her
chivalry and beauty. A ruined citadel, where the royal
past lives in its imposing forts and majestic palaces.
Places of interest: Chittaurgarh Fort,
Padmini's Palace, Meera & Kumbha Shyam Temple, Victory tower,
Govt. Museum, Jaimal and Fatta's places.
Reach: By Air-The nearest airport
is Udaipur : 98 kms.
By Rail- There are
trains from Ajmer, Jaipur, Delhi, Udaipur, Alwar, Kota, and
Ahmedabad. (Meter Gauge).
By Road- Well connected to all major cities of Rajasthan |
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| Jaipur: The Capital Way To
Desert Journey |
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 Widely
known as ' Pink City', Jaipur is colour washed pink to welcome
Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria of England visited
India in 1883 A.D. The city
was founded in 1727 AD by one of the greatest ruler - Jai
Singh II. Jaipur is surrounded by hills on three sides, crowned
by formidable forts and majestic palaces, mansions and gardens.
Jaipur is the only city in the world, which is subdivided
in to nine rectangular sectors symbolizing nine division of
universe. Jaipur is the first planned city designed in accordance
with 'Shilpa Shastra'- epochal treatise of Hindu architecture.
Places of interest: Hawa Mahal, City
Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort, Birla Mandir, Jaigarh Fort,
Nahargargh Fort, Sisodia Garden, Birla Planetarium.
Reach: By Air- Well connected with Bombay-Delhi-Jodhpur-Udaipur
& all business and tourist centers.
By Rail- Excellent connection to Delhi, Calcutta,
Ahmedabad & Bombay.
By Road-Jaipur is with 2 national highways linked
with Delhi, Bombay and Agra. |
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| Jaisalmer: The Magic Of Golden
Fortress |
 This
golden city rising from the heart of 'Thar' desert was
founded in 1155 Ad. The rulers of Jaisalmer were feared bandits
chiefs who lived off the forced levies on the great caravans
that crossed their area en route to Delhi. One of the
last princely bastions, this settlement is known for the aesthetic
sense represented by its palaces and havelis. Even today
these palaces are inhabited. Jaisalmer is known for its colorful
celebrations and festivals. Biggest draw of tourist
from over the all over the world.
Places of interest: The Golden Fort with
99 bastions, Havelis, Gadisar Lake, Royal Cenotaphs at Bada
Bagh, Lodurva Jain Temples, Sand Dunes at Sam & Khudi
and Fossil Park-Aakal.
Reach: By Air- There are flights from Bombay
to Jodhpur-Jaisalmer & from Jaisalmer to Jaipur-Delhi.
(During season period i.e. Oct onwards.)
By Rail- An over night journey from Jodhpur
By Road- Connected with important towns like Jaipur
621 Kms Bikaner 333 Kms, Jodhpur 285 Kms. |
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| Jodhpur: The Sun City Of India |
 The
home of Rathors - The awesome princely city of Rajasthan
founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha ji today one of largest city
of Rajasthan. Once the capital city of Marwar state.
Crowning it is the imposing Mehrangarh fort. The old city
is situated at foothill of a hillock. The city built
in a high wall 10 kms. long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions.
Umaid Bhavan Palace could be defined as Taj Mahal of North
India. The city carries rich heritage and culture and
flourishing industry of wood, cattle, camels, salt and agricultural
crops.
Places of interest- Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant
Thada, Girdikot, Mandore Garden, Umaid Bhavan, Mahamandir
Temple and Bishnoi Tribal Village where deer's are held sacred.
Reach: By Air- Well connected with Udaipur,
Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Delhi Bombay.
By Rail- Linked to Delhi, Agra, Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Udaipur, and Ahmedabad.
By Road- Jaipur 340 Kms., Mt. Abu 326 Kms. Bikaner
243 Kms, Udaipur 260 Kms, Agra 568 Kms, Delhi 597 Kms. Bombay
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| Kota: The
Magic Along The Mighty Chambal |
 Rao
Madho Singh, who was nominated as the ruler by the Mughal
emperor Shahjahan, formed Kota in 1631 A.D. The city is known
for impressive forts, opulent palaces and splendid temples
dating back over several centuries retain the past glory with
an exciting contrast to the modern edifices and industries.
Standing over the river Chambal is commanding 'Garh-fort Palace',
dating back to the time when Kota was a part of Hada Rajput
kingdom.
Places of interest: City Palace, The Fort
overlooking Chamba River, Jagmandir - artificial water
reservoir, Brig Vilas Palace Museum, Rao Madho Singh Museum
and Darrah Wild Life Sanctuary - 50 Kms away from Kota.
Reach: By Air- Nearest Jaipur - 245 Kms,
By Rail- Well connected with Delhi - Jaipur - Bombay
By Road- Jaipur - 245 Kms, Udaipur-270 Kms.
Chittaurgarh -158 kms. |
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| Kumbhalgarh: The Mountain Fortress
In The Wilderness |
 The
formidable medieval citadel- Kumbhalgarh stands a wary sentinel
to the past glory. Rising from a prominent ridge, 1914 meters
high from the sea level, the fort was built in 15th century
AD by Maharana Kumbha (1419-63 AD) and is the principal fortification
after Chittaurgarh, lying 90 Kms northwest of Udaipur.
The massive fort, encompassed by a 36 Kms long wall (2nd longest
wall after the great wall of China) has seven majestic gates
and seven ramparts, one within the other. Rounded bastions
and soaring watch towers strengthening the crenellated
walls of the fort making it an impregnable structure.
Places of interest: Kumbhalgarh Fort
& Kumbhalgarh Wild Life Sanctuary.
Reach: - By Air- Nearest airport Udaipur
90 Kms,
By Rail- Marwar - 25 Kms.
By Road- Jodhpur - 170 Kms, Abu Road - 200 Kms. |
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| Mount Abu: A Plateau Atop Aravali
Hills |
 The
only hill resort of Rajasthan, crowning at the highest peak
of the Aravali hills at altitude of 1220 meters. It is not
the only one of the prettiest hill stations in the country,
but also a major Rajput centre. Mt. Abu was dedicated to Lord
Shiva before it became Jain pilgrimage center. The biggest
draws for Mt. Abu are Dilwara Temples. The hill boasts of
a rich vegetation and thick forest. It stands out like an
oasis in arid environs.
Places of interest: Dilwara Temple,
Adhar Devi Temple, Guru Shikhar, Sunset point, Nakki Lake,
etc.
Reach: By Air-The nearest airport is Udaipur,
185 Kms.
By Rail- Nearest station is Abu Road, from here trains
to Bombay, Jaipur, Delhi, Ahmedabad.
By Road- Udaipur 185 Kms, Ahmedabad 222 Kms, Jodhpur
326 Kms. |
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| Sawai Madhopur:
Gateway To The Tiger's Den |
 The
town is experience of royal past and encounter with majestic
tiger. The great Ranthambhor Fort perched atop a creek
200 mts. High. The area became a hunting preserve of
Maharaja Swai Madho Singh I of Jaipur in 1754 A.D. Sprawling
over a undulating terrain of Aravali and Vindhyan ranges is
wilderness of Ranthambhor National Park, 392 sq. kms in area.
The park is one of the finest Tiger Reserve of India.
A system of three artificial lakes enhances beauty of the
park.
Places of interest: Ranthambhor
tiger reserve, Ranthambhor fort, Mansarovar Lake, Jogi Mahal
and Ganeshji temple.
Reach: By Air- The nearest airport is Jaipur-182
Kms.
By Rail- Easily available trains to Bombay, Jaipur,
Delhi, Ahmedabad.
By Road- Jaipur- 182 Kms, Udaipur - 326 Kms, Delhi
- 500 Kms, Jodhpur 500 Kms. |
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| Udaipur: The Venice Of India |
 Udaipur
is the city of lake. It is perhaps one of the most romantic
and beautiful city of India. Maharana Uday Singh founded Udaipur
in 1599. The city has very scientific structure and is secured
on all sides with 11 gates for entrance. The city stands out
with enchanting image of white marble palaces, blue lakes,
temple surrounded by hills and mountains.
Places Of Interest: City Palace Complex,
Crystal Gallery, Sajjan Garh Fort, Jagdish Temple, Fateh Sagar,
Sahelion Ki Bari, Lake Pichola, Bharatiya Lok kala Mandal,
Shilp Gram.
Reach: By Air- There are connecting flights to Delhi,
Bombay and other places.
By Rail- Meter gauge rail network exist which connects
Udaipur to Delhi and rest of the cities.
By Road- Agra 637 Kms, Ahmedabad 252 Kms, Ajmer 274
Kms, Chittaurgarh, Jaipur 405 Kms, Jodhpur-260 Kms. |
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