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 is a well known 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: Junagarh Fort, Lallgarh Palace, Karni Mata Temple, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary & Camel Breeding Farm.

Reach: By Air: No direct  flights. By Rail: Well connected with all cities of Rajasthan as well as to Major cities like Calcutta, Delhi and Bombay. By Road: Jaipur- 336 kms. Jodhpur- 243 kms. Jaisalmer- 333 kms.

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 and Fatta's palaces. 



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.  

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: Bikaner- 336 kms. Jodhpur- 340 kms. Jaisalmer- 621 kms. Udaipur- 405 kms. Jaipur is connected 2 national highways linked with Delhi, Bombay and Agra.  

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 & Khuri 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.  

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- 28 kms, from here trains to Bombay, Jaipur, Delhi, Ahmedabad. By Road: Udaipur- 185 kms. Ahmedabad- 222 kms and  Jodhpur- 326 kms.  

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 Sawai Madho Singh I of Jaipur in 1754 A.D. Sprawling over a undulating terrain of Aravali and Vindhachal 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.  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.  

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 A.D. 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. 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- 112 kms. Jaipur- 405 kms. Jodhpur- 260 kms.

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