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Monuments – Sands and Tiger Tours in Rajasthan

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Rajasthan is a superb tourist place in India. It’s the largest state of India and attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world with its several attractions. Drenched into royal splendor and rich history, this imperial and regal state is internationally noted for its rich culture, tradition, history, heritage, monuments and a lot of many other attractions. Wonderful monuments, rippling sand dunes and exotic wildlife sanctuaries & national parks are featured attraction of Rajasthan tourism . Monuments - Monuments are key Best attractions for tourism in Rajasthan showing rich cultural heritage of the state. Monuments here are architecturally beautiful and provide tourists a delight that is memorable. Almost all cities and towns in the state are scattered with some monuments. Rajasthan monuments feature forts, palaces, temples, museums, etc. Mehrangarh Fort, Golden Fort, Junagarh Fort, Albert Hall Museum, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Chittorgarh ...

India Tourism - Top Five Attractions

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India Tourism attracts a big crowd of tourists and vacationers from all over the world. There are a number of tourist attractions in the richly diverse country of India. The country has something for all tourists and never fails to lure them. From heritage monuments to religious monuments; from wildlife parks to hill stations; from desert landscapes in Rajasthan to green landscapes in Kerala, India has a lot to offer its visitors. In this article, I am attempting to give you brief introduction to top five attractions of India tours and travels. Golden Fort in Jaisalmer is one of the Seven Wonders of India sited in the heart of vast Thar Desert of Rajasthan . It is one of the most visited and oldest living forts in India. It attracts tourists through out the entire globe with its exquisite architecture. Interestingly, a quarter of Jaisalmer population still resides within the fort complex. The fort is also called Sonar Kila or Jaisalmer Durg . There are many ...

Tourist Attractions of Jaisalmer

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Jaisalmer popularly known as the golden city renowned across the globe for its sand dunes, camel safaris, impressive forts, beautiful temples and appealing havelies. It is one of the popular attractions Rajasthan Tour visited by scores of tourists from several parts of the globe. Some of the popular tourist attractions in Jaisalmer are: Jaisalmer Fort: It is one magnificent desert forts in India's built in 1156 AD by the Bhati Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal. The fort is located 250 feet high on the Trikuta Hill and protected by three strong walls. This fort is popularly known as Sonar Quila because it is made up of golden yellow sandstone. The magnificence of this fort lies in its narrow lanes, exquisite havelis, sculptured Jain temples and 99 towers. This fort is among the foremost attractions of Jaisalmer Tour visited by scores of tourists around the year. Jaisalmer Havelies: Havelis are the beautiful sandstone mansions of wealthy merchant...

Tiger Travel in Ranthambore National Park

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Tiger travel in Ranthambore National Park is often offered as an extension on tours to other parks and reserves, to give wildlife enthusiasts even more opportunities to see the majestic creature in the wild. It is an excellent destination to consider adding to the itinerary when planning a visit in search of the majestic creature, as it has a large population, as well as being a home to many other incredible animal species. It is a striking setting with forts scattered across the landscape of dry deciduous forests and grassy meadows. History of Ranthambore National Park Ranthambore Fort, sitting 700 feet above the surrounding plain and low hills, dominates the National Park. It was founded in the year 944 AD by the Nagil Jats and remained a focal point for events in Rajasthan over the following centuries. In the 17th century it fell to the ownership of the Maharajas of Jaipur, who held it until India's independence from the British when Jaipur became part of R...

Rajasthan Tour - India - Camping in Rajasthan

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Rajasthan is a one of the most colorful and vibrant states in India. It is the largest state in country. It has emerged as a globally famous destination in point of view of tourism and holiday . Travelers and vacationers from all over the world visit this historical and royal land of India quite in good number. The state has lots of tourist destination with numerous catchy tourist attractions . Magnificent forts & palaces, historical & religious monuments, wildlife sanctuaries & national parks, cultural wonders , colorful fairs & festivals, rippling sand dunes , traditional villages , remarkable cities etc are featured attractions of Rajasthan tourism . Though, Rajasthan is basically known for its cultural and heritage tourism with many magnificent forts & palaces and various fairs & festivals , it is also known for adventure tourism. One of the most adventure and thrilling activities to enjoy in the desert land of Rajasthan is cam...

How to Get Holiday Feels on a Home-Time Budget

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Is it just me or does your next holiday seem a long way in the distance! Now I have heard of a species of humans who ACCRUE annual leave and are even FORCED to take holidays because they have TOO MANY?!?!?! But this is a very strange and foreign concept to me. I’ve always been either in the negative when it comes to annual leave or I can be found on extend unpaid leave. My motto has always been: life is too short to accrue leave! But sometimes this mandate can place us avid adventurers in a bit of a puzzle. Yes there are years of our lives when we spend all our money gallivanting the globe but there are also, how do I put it… dry spells? You know the years when you undertake a renovation or perhaps you add to your brood or take some time off work and just don’t have the kind of cash flow required to jump on a plane to India. I still think, life is too short to accrue annual leave and so we need to think and plan creatively! One of the biggest challenges of be...

Chand Baori Step Well in Rajasthan, India

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Chand Baori in Abhaneri village in eastern Rajasthan, India, is one of the most overlooked landmarks in the country. It is one of the oldest stepwells in Rajasthan , and is considered to be among the biggest in the world. Chand Baori looks like anything but a well. This incredible square structure is 13 stories deep, and lined along the walls on three sides are double flight of steps. 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry descends to the bottom of the well 20 meters deep to a murky green puddle of water. Built during the 8th and 9th century by King Chanda of Nikumbha Dynasty, provided the surrounding areas with a dependable water source for centuries before modern water delivery systems were introduced. As the green water at the base attests, the well is no longer in use, but it makes for an interesting stop-over stopover to an architecturally impressive structure that is over 1000 years old. There's also a temple adjoining the well for visitors to explore....

Jaisalmer Fort Tour

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Jaisalmer Fort was built in 1156 and is the second oldest forts in the state of Rajasthan. This magnificent fort also known as Sonar Quila is a perfect example of Indian craftsmanship and military magnificence. It is one of the oldest existing forts of Rajasthan after Chittorgarh. The fort is situated atop of the Trikuta hill amidst the sandy terrain of the Great Thar Desert. Initially the fort was built in the 12th century by Raja Jaiswal who shifted his capital from Lodurva to protect it from foreign invasions. The 250 feet tall wall fortified this fort from all sides and can be accessed through 30 feet sandstone pathway. The fort is famous for its 99 bastions which were used as platforms for guns. Out of the 99 bastions 92 of them were built between 1633 and 1647. Inside the fort complex tourists can find several architectural buildings which include palaces, houses and temples made up of soft yellow sandstone. The fort has narrow winding ...

Rajasthan Tours – A Perfect Getaway for Tourists

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The lively land of Mughal, Rajasthan is one of the beautiful destinations of North India . Presenting majestic ambience to the travelers, the state is best known for its historical structures and sightseeing spots. This cultural, historic state has different things to offer every few miles. One gets to catch appealing monuments, mesmerizing forts, enchanting palaces, tranquil lakes, amazing wildlife destinations, deserts, sand dunes, museums, villages, heritage hotels and a lot more in Rajasthan. These attractions are outstanding and offer best architecture to the viewers. Further, the hospitality one receives in this wonderland is very traditional and simply great. Almost all the major attractions of Rajasthan lie in the beautiful pink city of the state, Jaipur. This mesmerizing capital city of Rajasthan is a famous travel destination of the world. Featuring attractions like Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Birla temple and Alber...

Rajasthan – A Perfect Holiday Destination

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Are you planning to visit some of the exotic destination in India this summer holidays? Then pack your bags and make a move to discover the vivacious magic of Rajasthan. With the tinge of tradition and the right mix of romance and heroism, it is a place enriched with beautiful heritage, vibrant culture and lively ethnicity, which you will find nowhere else. It is a perfect hotspot and the most holiday friendly destination where you not only get the chance to escape into the amazing varieties of forests but can also explore astonishing sand dunes, charming birds in wetland and tiger trails. The most exciting experience of Rajasthan is exploring diverse wildlife in desert safaris. Enjoying safari rides of horses, camels, and elephants or in a jeep is truly memorable forever. It offers a delightful treat in the form varied scenic beauty. On this land, you cannot stop yourself gazing the beauty of Aravalis, one of the oldest mountain ranges that will surely l...

Rajasthan Desert Tour Packages - Best Way to Feel the Glory

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Rajasthan, the desert state of India is renowned across the globe for its desert landscapes, forts, palaces, culture, cuisines, fairs and festivals. It is the pulsating destination of India tourism where tourists come in large number to enjoy the charm of natural glory and heritage culture. Rajasthan desert tour package is the best way to surf through leftover legacies of the royal kingdoms. This customized tour is of 17 nights and 18 days in which all the popular tourist destinations of this state are covered. The destinations which can be explored on this tour are Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bhuj, Zainabad and Ahemdabad. The tour begins from Delhi. This is one of the most vibrant cities of India where tourists can witness the perfect blend of modern and traditional culture. It is a wonderful city which enthrals tourists with its historic sites, beautiful monuments and vibrant cultural heritage. The popular tourist attractions o...

Enjoy Royal Stay with hotel and Camps in Jaisalmer

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There are a wide range of options for the traveler in the city of Jaisalmer to stay in . Jaisalmer is well known for the rich princely heritage and the opulence of the Maharajas has been transferred into the hotels of Jaisalmer as well. One can find that style of design of the Jaisalmer hotels is rich. There are a few distinct hotels in the city of Jaisalmer two of the main ones are Hotel Imperial. The Hotel Imperial is one of the hotels in Jaisalmer that has a laid back and cozy style that attracts travelers who wish to relax and unwind. The hotel provides a personalized service that is sure to fulfill all the needs of the traveler. Guests are treated like royalty and someone is always at hand to provide service. The catch phrase of the hotel is that a 'guest is God'. Jaisalmer hotels such as the Imperial are located very close to both the airport and the railway station. Tourists are provided with the option of arranging pick up and drop...

Places to Visit in Khajuraho, Sightseeing & Tourist Attractions

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The biggest tourist attractions in Khajuraho are undoubtedly the erotic sculptures on the temples. Perfectly carved figurines depict the scenes and postures straight from Kamasutra - the ancient Indian erotica. Khajuraho is also known for Yoga practices and Khajuraho Dance Festival. Khajuraho Festival grandly welcomes the summer season with the performances of Indian cultural dance forms. Here is the list of tourist attractions in Khajuraho .     Khajuraho Temples:-   Khajuraho temples are declared World Heritage Sites. The intricate work on the sculptures and the stunning architecture are beyond description. The erotic cravings are incredible. The famous temples in Khajuraho- Lakshmana TempleVishwanath templeKandariya Mahadev templeBrahma TempleVamana TempleChitragupta TempleDulhadev TempleJavari TempleNandi TempleAdinath TempleChausath Yogini TempleDevi Jagdamba TempleVaraha TempleShantinath TempleBeejamandal TempleParsvanath T...