1000 Awesome Things About India

Once renowned as the Land of Kings - Rajasthan is a place of glory and splendor welcomes its visitors to unfurl its awe-inspiring monuments, vibrant traditions and vigorous customs. The state has gained its identity in 1949 with Jaipur as its capital. The state was known as the place of Rajputana, very much popular among the global tourist as a place of valor, courage and heroism. Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Ajmer and several other historically loaded cities of Rajasthan are majestically contributing in making the place a major travel destination in the world.

To talk about the treasures of Rajastan is to elaborate its royal palaces, rocky forts, dazzling deserts, woody hills, relaxing lakes, busy towns, silent villages, amazing forests and its vibrant inhabitants. In your travel across the popular tourist destinations, don’t forget to make a visit to its local fair or the bustling bazaar and the awesome architectural wonders. As far as the handicrafts are concerned, Rajasthan is the richest state in India. Here the mood and rhythm of the countryside alters from one region to another. An exotic land, Rajasthan, the home of Rajputs, is characterized among the worldwide travelers as a land of art, architecture, bravery and chivalry.

 

The Palace on wheels has been designed to suit modern needs with central air conditioning, shooting four channel music, interconnected telephone system in the train, a separate pantry and lounge in each coach, comfortable coupes with the privacy of attached bathrooms, two special bathrooms, two special restaurant - Maharaja and Maharani, serving exotic Indian, continental and Rajasthani cuisine, a well stocked bar, a reading and relaxing coach and friendly smiling attendants serving you round the clock.

 

With 'Palace on Wheels', Your journey will be nothing short of a Royal Caravan! I have been to Jaipur a few times (My Dad was posted there for 5-6 years) but never got a chance to board 'Palace On wheels' ,However, Its on my list and make sure its on your's too. Just to remind you 'Palace on wheels' is already booked for next 2 years!!