Alluring Alwar, set in the lap of Aravalli ranges, presents a perfect picture postcard settings and seems to be carved out of jagged, craggy rocky outcrops. The ancient city is one of the oldest in the State and its numerous prehistoric and historic sites are archaeologists delight. It is also a paradise for nature lovers
Bharatpur, the ‘Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan’ was founded in 1733, by Maharaja Suraj Mal. It was once an impregnable fortified city of the Mewat region. According to a legend, the city is named after Bharat, the brother of Lord Rama, whose other Siberian Cranes brother Laxman was worshipped as the family deity of the Bharatpur
Bikaner, a beacon of rich culture and heritage amidst the harsh desert surroundings was founded in 1488, by the Rathore prince, Bika, the son of Rao Jodha of Marwar. It was located 1! directly on the ancient caravan Lalgarh Palace routes, which linked West / Central Asia and North India with the seaports of Gujarat.
Chivalrous Chittaurgarh, the citadel of the brave, reverberates with tales of valor and romance. The massive fort atop a hill is perhaps the best in the country and could be singled out for its glorious past. It is said that Bappa Rawal, the legendary founder of the Sisodia clan, conquered Chittaur from Mauryas in the
Jaisalmer, the golden citadel of the Thar desert has emerged as one of the most popular tourist destinations in this part of the world. Few places can match the magnificence and grace of this museum city’. The Fort or Sonar Killa: The golden-hued fort perched atop the Jaisalmer Fort 76 meter high Trikuta Hill was
A valiant sentinel in the desert, on the eastern fringe of the Thar desert, was founded in 1459, by Rao Jodha, the chief of Rathore clan of Rajputs, who claimed descent from Rama, the epic hero of the Ramayana. A high stone wall nearly 10 kms. in length and eight gates once protected the city.
Colorful Kota, a treasure house of history is set on the eastern bank of river Chambal. It is said to be named after a Bhil chieftain Koteya, who was defeated by Jait Singh of Bundi. It is believed that Jait Singh raised the first battlement or the “Garh’ (Fort of Kota) over the severed head
Mount Abu, nestled amidst lush forested hills of Aravalli’s is the only hill station of Rajasthan and is equally important for pleasure seekers and devoted pilgrims. It is said to be named after serpent Arbuda (Abu in short), the son of the Himalayas, who came here to rescue Nandi, the wahan Dilwara Temple (Mount) of
The historic town nestling amidst Vindhyas and Aravali ranges is more popular as the ‘gateway’ to the famous Ranthambhor Fort and National Park. Ranthambhor National Park (14 kms.): The famous park is named after the Ranthambhor fort, set within its precincts. The park sprawls over an area of 392 sq. kms. of dry deciduous and
The Shekhawati region comprises Jhunjhunun, Sikar and Churu districts of Rajasthan. This unique semi-arid region is also known as the open-air art gallery’, as no-where else one may come across such a profusion of exquisite wall paintings. The entire region teems with magnificent Havelis, temples, cenotaphs, wells and forts adorned with fine frescoes. Until the