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Jaipur
The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is not only the gateway to the
state, it is also the most natural place to begin a discovery of its multi-faceted
attractions.
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Bikaner
Binaker’s history dates back to 1488 A.D. when a Rathore Prince, Rao Bikaji-
a desendent of the founder of Jodhpur(1459 A.D.), Rao Jodhaji, established his
kingdom here. Rao Jodhaji had five sons but Rao Bikaji was the most enterprising
of them.
Jaisalmer
Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of
Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands with all its
awesome splendor, dominating the amber-hued city.
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Jodhpur
At best it is a doorway to the wonderland of sand dunes and shrubs, rocky terrain
and thorny trees. The home of the Rathroes - the awesome princely state of Rajasthan.
They conquered Marwar or Maroodesh, land of the sand after the fall of Delhi
and Kannauj.
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Udaipur
It's a city of hills, lakes, palaces, forts, temples and ornate private mansions.
It's rustic and romantic, luxurious and welcoming. It's a city that's receptive
to poets, painter, singers, actors, men and women nimble on their feet and skilled
with their hands.
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Mount abu
Mount Abu is Rajasthan's only hill resort and is very popular locally. Mt. Abu
is a green oasis in the barren desertscape thats Rajasthan. The hill station
stretches along a 22 km long and 6 km wide plateau.
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Mandawa
In the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan lies the beautiful small
town Mandawa, known throughout the state for its forts and havelis. The structures
of this place reminds one of the cultural and social hotspot this place used
to be in the bygone era.
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Kota
In the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan lies the beautiful small
town Mandawa, known throughout the state for its forts and havelis. The structures
of this place reminds one of the cultural and social hotspot this place used
to be in the bygone era.
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Bundi
A small town near Kota, Bundi is located at the footsteps of a large craggy
hill and was named after Bunda Meena. Surrounded by the Aravalli hills on three
sides, Bundi is circumscribed by a massive wall with four gateways.
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Sekhawati
The themes encompass traditional mythology, local legend and folklore, Rajput
lifestyle, personalities from the epics and historically traceable personelties.
Besides, one will also find a curious amalgamation of traditional Indian and
Europen styles and subjects.
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Samode
Samode is situated in the royal Indian state of Rajasthan around 42 km from
Jaipur is the splendid Samode Palace set amidst fairy tale surroundings.
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Pushkar
Surrounded by hills on three sides, pushkar abounds in temples. Of these the
most famous is the Brahma temple- the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in
the country.
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Nagaur
The town has an old fort, situated in the centre of the city occupying an extensive
area. It contains old palaces, water cisterns and other buildings, some of which
are in ruins. The mural paintings on the walls of some apartments in the palace
are of high order.
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Alwar
Alwar was once an important Rajput state. Alwar is located on the old highway
between Jaipur and Delhi. It has now been bypassed for its more popular hunting
lodge in Sariska, a protected tiger reserve.
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Ajmer
Ajmer was founded in 1100 AD by Aijpal Chauhan, Ajmer derives its name from
`Ajaya Meru' the invincible hill, at the foot of which the present city stands.
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Bharatpur
Bharatpur 55 km road journey from Agra.Bharatpur is also the eastern gateway
to Rajasthan. Bharatpur is popular for its bird sanctuary near the Keoladeo
Ghana National Park, which is the finest in Asia with a rich avian variety.
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Ranthambhore
Ranthambore is a small village near the township of Sawai Madhopur, in the state
of Rajasthan, Ranthambhore gets its name from the two hills, Ran and Thambor,
which are in close proximity.
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Sawai Madhopur
Lying on the main Delhi Mumbai railway line Sawai Madhopur is the gateway to
the world renowned Ranthambhar National Park-the famous tigers reserve, just
12 km away from here.
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