| |
| Rajasthan,
an ancient land of princes, palaces and preening peacocks, is renowned
for its great monuments, exquisite art and culture, that date back
to several centuries. There is a haunting air of romance, about
the state, which is palpable in its every nook and corner. The shimmering,
mysterious Thar desert simply mesmerises the onlooker. One visit
is not enough to capture the real essence of this magical land.
You will, we assure you, keep coming back for more. The state represents
an unusual diversity in all its forms - people, culture, customs,
costumes, cuisine, dialects and music. Rajasthanis are a handsome
people, known for their brilliant costumes. They express themselves
in colour and sound, not easily seen or heard anywhere else, in
the country. Rajasthan overwhelms with colour found in bustling
bazaars; in the exotic attire of its people; and in the winding
streets, where elephants and camels vie with buses and cars. |
| |
| A brief…….
about places of interest - (In Alphabetical Order) |
ABU (MOUNT
ABU) - Visit to Dilwara Temples consisting of five Jain
Temples built by beginning of the 11th century onwards with intricate
ornamental carvings represent the climax in the art of decoration
in stone. Visit also the Achalgarh Fort famous for its Shiva Temple.
Before returning to your hotel,enjoy a boat-ride on the placid
water of Nakki Lake studded with little islets. |
|
|
| |
|
AJMER - Visit the Tomb of the Sufi Saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the
Dargah Sharif. The city was founded by the Chauhan ruler, Aiaipal,
during the 11th century and is dominated by the Taragarh Fort
built by Prithiviraj Chauhan. Some 800 years ago, a splendid embarkment
was built by Anjali by the lovely lake, Ana Sagar and some 500
years later Shah jehan erected 5 beautiful marble pavilions. |
|
| |
BHARATPUR - Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur -one of the most
spectacular water birds sanctuary features nesting indigenous
water- birds as well as migratory water birds and water side birds.
It is inhabited by sambar, chital, nilgai and boar. From October
to December the indigenous water birds nest in the acacia trees,
sarus cranes nest around the lake. From December on, the migratory
geese, duck and cranes are the main feature of the sanctuary. |
|
|
| |
|
BIKANER - The city is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th
century fort housing old palaces, temples and a mosque. Founded
by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range
of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying
designs. An enormous arched doorway leads to the Joramal Temple.
The royal chapel is Har Mandir where royal weddings and births
were once celebrated. |
|
| |
BIKANER-GAJNER - Gajner Lake is surrounded by Palaces. Drive through the famous
Gajner Wild Life Game Sanctuary where you can see & photograph
Black Bucks, Chinkaras, Wild Boars, Blue Bulls and other animals
in large herds. It is a unique place for watching and photographing
the famous Siberian Imperial Sand Grouse in the mornings, in the
winter months, when they come to the lake for drinking water. |
|
|
| |
|
BUNDI - This city rises from a narrow gorge in rows of terraced gardens
and arched Rajput houseslike a two dimensional miniature painting
imposed on the landscape. Visit the palace with its intricate
spy- holes, secret trap doors and under ground passages. Also
see the spectacularly ingenious water supply system. |
|
| |
CHITTORGARH - 113 kms. from Udaipur, the Fort of Chittor was originally built
by mighty Bhim, one of the Pandava heroes of Mahabharata. Also
visit the Vijay Stambh with nine storeys and 37 mts high built
by Maharana Kumbha to commemorate his victory over the muslim
rulers of Malwa and Gujarat in 1440. Kirti Stambh, the Tower of
fame 22 meters high is covered with figures from Jain Pantheo
DEEG - 32 kms from Bharatpur, Deeg is an 18th century stronghold,
whose massive fortifications are surrounded by luxuriant gardens,
woods and pools. It is renowned for its palaces surrounded by
gardens, tanks and fountains of artificially coloured water. See
the richly carved columns, cornices and eaves of the palaces.
Gopal Bhavan, contains a marble swing which was carried from Oudh
to Deeg by a jat warrior. |
|
|
| |
|
JAIPUR - The capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century
ago in honour of a visiting Prince and ever since, it has retained
this colour. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer,
this city is 260 years old. Visit Maharaja's City Palace, the
Observatory & Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past & through
the pink rose residential & business areas. |
|
| |
JAIPUR-AMBER
FORT - Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State.
Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with
mirrors. Ascend the Fort on Elephant back. |
|
|
| |
|
JAIPUR - NAHARGARH & JAIGARH - The Nahargarh or Tiger fort 15 kms
to the north-west of the city provides a breathtaking view of
the city. It used to be the royal retreat for maharanis &
was also a treasury. Jaigarh - the fort of victory has the world's
largest cannon on wheels. Its impressive water supply & storage
system as well as the museum are worth seeing. |
|
| |
JAIPUR-
SANGANER - Sanganer is known for its Jain Temples and
carvings, besides being famous for its hand made paper and block-printed
fabrics. |
|
|
| |
|
JAISALMER - Throbbing in the heart of the Thar, in burnished sandstone,
is an intricately molded wonderland - a city of gilded magic.
As the sun sets, the sky goes up in flames and night descends
softly, creating a new monument every evening. People still live
in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Every
house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work. Visit the different
Havelis. |
|
| |
JAISALMER - NATIONAL PARK - The Desert National Park is a vast stretch of
protected Bio-sphere Reserve with an area of over 3000 square
kms. See the awe inspiring Sam Sand Dunes, within the park. There
is also the Great Indian Bustard's breeding site and exotic wildlife,
where you can see the Indian Gazel, Chinkara, Eagles and many
such birds and animals. |
|
|
| |
|
JAISALMER - SAM SAND DUNES - Visit Sam Sand Dunes near Jaisalmer. On the
way, visit the ruins of some villages. Take a camel ride in the
desert. |
|
| |
JODHPUR - Visit the Meharangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone Hill,
including Moti-Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada,
an imposing Marble Memoriam built in 1899.
BISHNOI VILLAGES
AROUND JODHPUR----------a brief note about the excursion
MANDORE - Mandore,
the ancient capital of Marwar (8 kms from Jodhpur) was abandoned
for strategic reasons. At the foot of the hills amidst gardens,
commemorative cenotaphs line the silent city. A shrine reputedly
of 300 million Gods, contains the life size statues of local deities
and heroes.
OSIAN - This former
temple city has 8th century Surya or Sun temple with carved pillars
which support a conical roof. The temple also has an image of
Durga. The 12th century Sachiya Mata temple has a large assembly
hall with an elaborately carved ceiling & exquisitely sculptured
figures of several Gods. The Mahavir Jain temple stands on a wide
terrace with a three-tiered roof and a `torana' gateway.
|
|
|
| |
|
MANDAWA - Mandawa Town was founded in 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh and is
still the home of his descendants. Mandawa houses a collection
of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820, ancient
coins, numismatic, collection and many other interesting items
preserved in a museum. Mandawa castle, one of the finest castles
of Rajasthan is now a beautiful hotel. Mandawa has beautiful frescoes,
havelis & mansions. |
|
| |
RAMGARH - 32 kms is north-east of Jaipur is a favorite spot of the locals
when the huge artificial lake is filled in the rainy season. The
ruins of the old fort and the temple of Jambwa Mata bear testimony
to the first settlement of Kachhawahas before they moved to Amer. |
|
|
| |
|
RANAKPUR TEMPLES - 98 kms from Udaipur, the Jain
Temples built in the 15th century are situated in the lovely valley
of the Aravali. Its surrounding is quiet and picturesque. Ranakpur
has grand structures and beautiful sculpture. There are 1444 pillars
in the temple and none of them are similar. The magic of light
and shade is really awe inspiring. Surya Temple and other Jain
Temples are side attractions. |
|
| |
RANTHAMBORE
NATIONAL PARK - This is Rajasthan's first Project Tiger
reserve & named after a 1000 year old fort which stands in
the park.It has an congenial habitat for the stately sambar, the
largest of all Asiatic deer. Tigers, cital, wild boar and other
animals are also found here. Woodland, ground and water-birds
abound the park including the uncommon red jungle fowl & varieties
of eagles. Water tank harbours marsh crocodile and python. |
|
|
| |
|
SAMODE - 40 Kms north-west of Jaipur, now converted to a hotel, the old
Palace of Samode surrounded by hills present a fairy tale picture.
It has a most exotic hall embellished with paintings and mirror
work. |
|
| |
SARISKA
NATIONAL PARK - The second tiger reserve of Rajasthan
with 27,300 hectares holds dry deciduous forest. Its dense forests
makes its terrain an ideal one for the tiger, leopard, porcupine,
chowsingha, rhesus and langur. |
|
|
| |
|
UDAIPUR - Visit the city palace, Jagdish Temple, drive around Fatehsagar
Lake, Sahelion ki bari ( Queen's resort for her friends ) and
Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir ( Folk art museum ). |
|
| |
UDAIPUR
- BOAT RIDE ON LAKE PICHOLA - Boat cruise on Pichola
Lake 4 km long and 3 km broad, surrounded by splendid hills, palaces,
temples,bathing ghats and embankments. Also visit the island palace
Jag Niwas in the lake. |
|
|
| |
|
UDAIPUR
- FULL DAY EKLINGJI & RANAKPUR - Visit the famous
temple of Eklingji built of sand stone and marble during 734 A.D.
Its complex of 108 temples are enclosed by high wall. Later visit
the Ranakpur temple of the Jains, built in the 15th century in
the lovely valley of the Aravalis. It has grand structure and
beautiful sculpture. The 1444 pillars in the temple are different
from each other. The magic of light and shade is awe-inspiring. |
|
| |
UDAIPUR
- EKLINJI & NAGDA - Visit the celebrated temple of
Eklingji which was built for the tutelary deity of the Maharanas
of Mewar, of sand stone and marble in 734 A.D. Its 108 temples
are enclosed by high walls and has a pyramidical roof composed
of hundreds of knobs. Later, visit Nagda, one of the ancient palaces
of Mewar dating back to the 6th century AD The Sas Bahu Temples
are among the most exquisitely carved temples. A theme for a dream.
Indulge your whims and fancies, tell us the way you want to spend
your holiday, we will deliver a package, tailormade for you. |
|
|
| |
| |