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PLACES
TO SEE/VISIT - RAJASTHAN
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Ajmer/
Pushkar: Ajmer
is one of the most significant pilgrimate destination equally
important for Hindus as well as Muslims. Especially famous
is the Dargah Sharif-tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin
Chisti.
Ajmer is very close to Pushkar (11 kms) which is significant
for the famous fair held normally in the month of October/November.Pushkar,
the abode of Lord Brahma,lying to its west with a temple
and a picturesque lake.The Pushkar lake is a sacred spot
for Hindus. During the month of Kartik(Oct./Nov.),devotes
throng in large numbers here to take a dip in the sacred
lake.
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Place
to see in and around Ajmer:-
Bikaner
: The royal fortified city with a timeless appeal.
Lying in the north of the desert state, the city is dotted
with many sand dunes. Bikaner retains the medieval splendor
that pervades the city's lifestyle. More popularly called
the camel country , the city is renowned for the best riding
camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable
part of life here. Be it pulling heavy carts , transporting
grains or working on wells, camels are the prime helpers.The
wells of Bikaner: an important source of water are other attractions
of the city. These are built on high plinths with slender
minareted towers on each of the four corners and can be noticed
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The
strategic location of Bikaner on the ancient carvan routes that
came from West/Central Asia, made it a prime trade centre in the
times of the yore. Bikaner stands on a slightly raised ground and
is cirucmscribed by a seven km long embattled wall with five gates.
The magnificent forts and palaces, created with delicacy in redding-pink
sandstone, bear testimony to its rich historical and architectural
legacy. Undulating lanes, colorful bazaars and bright and cheerful
folks make Bikaner and interesting experience.
Place
to see in and around Bikaner:-
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Lal
Garh Palace
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The
Suraj Pol or Sun Gate
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Ganga
Golden Jubilee Museum
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Gardens
and Parks
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Bhandasar
Jain Temple (5 km)
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Camel
Research Farm (8 km)
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Devi
Kund (8 km)
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Gajner
Wildlife Sanctuary (32 km)
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Shiv
Bari Temple(6 km)
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Lal
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Devi
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Jodhpur
: Amidst the sand dunes and thorny vegetation
of Thar desert towers a fort, 120 metres above the plain.
The fort overlooks the imperial city of Jodhpur, which is
a part of the Desert Tourist Triangle. The old Jodhpur city
is surrounded by a 10 km long wall with eight gates serving
as entrances. The new city is settled around this walled
area. The Maruthal or 'land of death' , came into life when
the Rathores of Kanauj moved in. But the city of Jodhpur
was founded by Rao Jodhaji in 1459 AD. This city was on
the silk route of the 16th century and hence was host to
a number of travellers.
In
Jodhpur, the genius of its sculptors comes to life in its
exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis, which stand
testimony to the imperial grandeur. The most alluring part
of Jodhpur is the traditional lifestyle, festivity and the
smiling people who treasure this former princely state.
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Place
to see in and around Jodhpur:-
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| Mehrangarh
Fort |
Umaid
Bhawan Palace |
Balsamand
Lake |
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Mount
Abu : The only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount
Abu is more than just a summer retreat. Its stunning array
of exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples, dating back 11th- 13th
centuries, make it a popular pilgrimage centre. 'Abu'
according to a legend.stands for the son of Himalayan,
deriving its name from Arbuada,the powerful serpent who
rescued Nandi, the sacred bull of Lord Shiva, from a chasm.
Situated
at the southern tip of the Aravali range the hill retreat
owes its cool climate to its rich flora covering the entire
hillside that includes coniferous trees and flowering
shrubs. The road leading to Mount Abu is a curved one
characterized by arid region dotted with huge rocks in
weird shapes and high velocity winds.
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Place
to see in and around Mount Abu:-
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| Delwara
Jain Temple |
Sunset
Point |
Guru
Shikhar |
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Sawai
Madhopur : Lying on the main Delhi - Mumbai railway
line, Sawai Madhopur is the gateway to the world renowned
Ranthambhore National Park - the famous Tiger Reserve, just
12 kms away from here. Ranthambhore has been a witness to
the rise and fall of many rulers and a series of battle
scenes.
In
the 13th century A.D., Govinda, the grandson of Prithviraj
Chauhan took over the reign of the land. Later his successor
Vagbhatta beautified the city and built a noteworthy temple
at Jhain.
In
the middle of 15th century A.D., Rana Kumbha captured the
fort and gifted it to his son to be occupied later by the
Hada Rajputs of Bundi and Mughal Emperors Akbar and Aurangazeb.
Mughal emperor Shah Alam gifted it to Maharaja Sawai Madho
Singh 1 of Jaipur in 1754 and since then it was mainted
as the hunting preserve of the Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh.
Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh were part of
the royal hunting parties who stayed here.
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to see in and around Sawai Madhopur:-
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| Ranthambore
National Park |
Ranthambore
Fort |
Jogi
Mahal |
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Bharatpur
: Bharatpur is considered as the Eastern Gateway
to Rajasthan. Bharatpur is popular for its bird sanctuary-the
Keoladeo Ghana National Park - finest in Asia rich avian
variety. Every year the rare Siberian cranes come to spend
the winter in the warmer climate of Bharatpur.
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the remnants of the royal past remains the marvellous Bharatpur
Palace housing a rich repository of a large number of ancient
exhibit that date back to the early 15th century.
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Place
to see in and around Bharatpur:-
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| Keoladeo
National Park |
Deeg |
Government
Museum |
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Chittorgarh : Chittaurgarh exhibits the pride and glory of Rajasthan
in the form of its various forts and monuments. It is a
ruined citadel where the royal past lives in the imposing
forts, graceful palaces and spectacular chhatris. The entire
city echoes with the tales of romance and valor unique to
the Rajput tradition.
The
antiquity of Chittaurgarh is difficult to trace, but it
is believed that Bhim the legendary figure of the Mahabharta,
visited this place to learn the secrets of immortality and
became the disciple of a sage, but his impatience to perform
all the rites deprived him of his goal, and out of sheer
anger he stamped on ground creating water reservoir, this
reservoir is called as Bhim Lat. Later on, it came under
the Mauryas or Muri Rajputs, there are different opinions
as to when ilt came under the Mewar ruler, but it remained
the capital of Mewar till 1568, when it was shifted to Udaipur.
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Place
to see in and around Chittaurgarh :-
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The
Fort
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Vijay
Stambh or 'Victory Tower'
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Kirti
Stambh or 'Tower of Fame'
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Rana
Kumbha's Palace
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Padmini
Palace
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Meera
Bai Temple
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Kumbha
Shyam Temple
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Kalika
Mata Temple
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Jaimal
and Patta's Palace
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Government
Museum
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Gaumukh
(Cow's mouth Reservoir)
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Mohar
Magri (Hill of Gold Coins)
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Fateh
Prakash Museum
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Bassi
Wildlife Sanctuary
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Stambh |
Padmini
Palace |
Meera
Bai Temple |
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Jaisalmer
: The city has an interesting legend associated
with it, according to which, Lord Krishna- the head of Yadav
clan foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent of the Yadav
clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill, His prophecy
was fulfilled in 1156AD. When Rawal Jaisal, a Bhatti Rajput
abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital Jaisalmer,
perched on the Trikuta Hill. Bhatti Rajputs of Jaisalmer were
fedual chief who lived off the forced levy on the caravans
laden with precious silks and spices that crossed the territory
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Place
to see in and around Jaisalmer:-
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| The
Fort |
Nathmalji-ki-Haveli |
Sam
Sand Dunes |
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Udaipur
: The city was founded in 1567 AD by Maharana
Udai Singh on the advice of a sage. Udaipur was last
of the numerous Mewar capitals. It was in Udaipur that
legendary Maharana Pratap was born. He was obsessed
with Chittaur and the past glories of the Sisodia clan
possessed his mind. Maharana Pratap left Udaipur to
win back Chittaur from the Mughals. But he failed in
his attempts and Udaipur remained the capital of Mewar
till India got her independence.The memory of the failure
of noble Pratap gives Udaipur its pervading mood of
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city acquires its scenic beauty from the Aravallis. Three
lakes- Pichola, Fateh Sagar and Udai Sagar make it an
oasis in the desert. |
Udaipur
is known as the ' City of Lakes'. The two most scenic
and famous lakes of the city are Lake Pichola and Lake Fateh
Sagar. Lake Pichola is surrounded by hills, palaces, temples,
bathing ghats and has two island palaces- Jag Niwas and Jag
Mandir. Lake Fateh sagar lies to north of Pichola and was
built by Maharana Jai Singh but it got the name of Fateh Singh
who rebuilt its dam. Both the lakes are breathtakingly beautiful
and one can take a cruise on their waters. The sunset over
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Place
to see in and around Udaipur:-
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City
Palace
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Jagdish
Temple
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Saheliyon-ki-Bari
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Pratap
Memorial/Moti Magri
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Pichhola
Lake
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Sajjan
Garh
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Fateh
Sagar
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The
Suraj Gokhada
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Bharatiya
Lok Kala Mandir
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Ahar
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Gulab
Bagh
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Eklingji
(22 km)
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Ranakpur
(90 km)
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Nagda
(23 km)
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Haldighati
(40 km)
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Nathdwara
(48 km)
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Kankroli
(65 km)
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Rajsamand
Lake (66 km)
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Kumbhalgarh
Fort ( 84 km)
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Jagat
(58 km)
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Jaisamand
Lake (48 km)
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City
Palace |
Pratap
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| Eklingji |
Nathdwara |
Jaisamand
Lake |
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Festivals
in Rajasthan |
- Desert
Festival
- Nagaur
Fair
- Pushkar
Mela
- Baneshwar
Fair
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- Holi
- Camel
Festival
- Gangaur
Festival
- Teej
Fair
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