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RAJASTHAN
The Heritage Trail

Rajasthan’s maharajas and their tales of romance, velour and chivalry have passed into history, but their imposing edifices remain even today. Be it a fort on a hilltop, an isolated hunting lodge, a grand palace or a lake palace, each monument in Rajasthan speaks volumes of a rich heritage. which lures tourists from all.

If you are looking for adventure, leave behind the concrete jungles and enter the real ones... where wild children of nature roam free. Rajasthan’s varied topography, which includes semiarid desert - like conditions, the Aravali mountain range and lush water - filled valleys, supports teeming wildlife and exotic bird life.

Adorned by the majestic Aravalli mountain range, this is the land of the legendary Rajput rulers whose tales of velour, loyalty and love have been waver into ballets and folklore. Rajasthan is the ultimate destination of most tourist as it offers glimpses into its rich heritage and friendly people.

 

UDAIPUR : The “City Of Lakes” is perhaps one of the most romantic and beautiful cities of India. City Palace, Lake Palace or Jag Niwas, Jag Mandir, Jagdish Temple, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Pratap Memorial, Fateh Sagar, Lake Pichhola, Sajjan Garh, Shilpgram, Eklingji Temple, Haldighati, Kankroli, Kesariyaji Temple, etc. are worth seeing.

RANTHAMBHOR : Ringed by the Vindhyas and the Aravlis, amid vast arid traces of the desert, lies the Ranthambhor National Park sprawling over an area of 392 sq. kms. The wildlife here includes the chital, sambar, blue bull, deer, wild boar and crocodiles. The Tiger is the biggest attraction of the Park. Other carnivores include leopard, hyena, jackal, fox, ratel and sloth bear. The Park has more than 300 species of birds.

Keoladeo Ghana National Park - Bharatpur Today the park is India’s best water-bird sanctuary and offers unlimited opportunities to bird life photographers, bird watchers and painters alike.

SHEKHAWATI : Shekhawati is today known as the “ Open-air Art Gallery” of Rajasthan. Here, a profusion of frescoes painted on the walls and ceilings of palaces and the havelis of Marwari merchants demonstrate a wonderful fusion of art and life. Sikar,Nawalgarh, Parasrampura, Lachhmangarh, Churi Ajitgarh, Chirawa, Dundlod, Khetri, Jhunjhunu, Mandawa, Fatehpur, Churu,Malsisar, Mehansar are connected as Shekhawati Circuit.

JAIPUR : Jaipur - The “Pink City”, is the capital of Rajasthan. Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, City Palace Museum, Central Museum, Dolls Museum. Jal Mahal, Jaigarh, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh, Kanak Vrindavan, Amer Fort, are places of interest.

JODHPUR : Jodhpur, once the capital of the former princely state of Marwar, is now the second largest city of Rajasthan. Mehrangadh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Mandore, Mahamandir temple, Kailana Lake, Shopping for market dye textiles, embroidered leather shoes, lacquerware, antiques, carpets and puppets, etc. are worth seeing.


JAISALMER : Jaisalmer is a marvel of beautiful culture and harsh climatic conditions, together amounting to a memorable experience. Jaisalmer Fort, Gadsisar Lake, Tazia Tower, Salim Singh Ki-Haveli, Patwon-Ki-Haveli, Nathmalji-Ki-Havelli, Jain Temple, Wood Fossil Park, Aakal, The Desert Safari is memorable here.

BIKANER : On the northern tip of the desert triangle, stands the royal walled city of Bikaner. Bikaner has retained its medieval aura. Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace, Bhandeshwar & Sandeshwar, National Research Centre, Devi Kund, Karni Mata Temple - Deshnok, etc. are important places to visit.

MOUNT ABU : Mount Abu - A hill station and piligrimage centre. Nestling in the bosom of the picturesque Aravali mountains, Achalgarh, Guru Shikhar, Sunset Point, Adhar Devi Temple, Delwara Jain Temples, etc. are tourist places..

RANAKPUR : Ranakpur is known for its superbly carved Jain Temples. An enormous basement covers 48000 sq. feet area. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty four pillared halls and eighty domes supported by over four hundred columns. The total number of columns is 1,444, all of which are intricately carved no two being alike.

SRINATHJI : It is a popular Hindu Pilgrimage site. The important 18th century shrine of Shri Nathji or Lord Krishna has a black marble statue. It is more than 600 years old, and was brought from Mathura.

PUSHKAR : It is a most sacred place for the Hindus and referred to as “Tirth Raj” or the king of all pilgrimage centers. Brahma Temple,Varaha Temple, Apteshwar Mahadeo Temple, Savitri Temple, Temple of Rangji or Shri Vaikunthnath, Pushkar Palace, Pushkar Lake, Sambar Sal Lake, must be visited.

AJMER : The landmark of Ajmer revered by all the sects is regarded as one of the holiest Muslim Shrines in the country. It is the final resting palace of the great Sufi saint, Khwaja Muin-ud-din Chishti. Adhai-din-ka-Jhonpra, Khorba Bheroon, Magazine, Rajputana Museum, Nasiyan (Jain Temple), Taragarh Fort, are worth seeing.

CHITTAURGARH : Chittaurgarh - The town of brave, known for its massive fort atop a hill, which can be singled out for its glorious past. The Fort, Bhairon Pol, Atram Pol, Vijay Stambh , Kirti Sambh, Rana Kumbh’s Palace, Padmini Palace, Meera Temple, Kalika Mata Temple, Jaimal And Patta’s Palace, Govt. Museum, Gaumukh Reservoir, & Mohar Magri, are important places.

 
 
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