Rajasthan Darshan.

Royal Rajasthan


A quintessential experience of Rajasthan. Get enchanted as you travel through, magnificent forts, vibrant bazaars, wildlife safaris and ethnic beauty.

Spirit of Rajasthan

                                   
Travel through an epic journey of Rajasthan, where ancient forts and palaces emerge out of timeless desert sands.


Mumbai to Rajasthan distance is 1,082km one way and 2,164 km roundtrip, approximate time is 18H 20 MIN one way. Kilometre and travel time from Mumbai to Rajasthan displaying in Google map is approximate, actual kilometre and travel time will be little difference.
JAIPUR CITY OF RAJASTHAN

Jaipur is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. It evokes the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, founded what is now called the Old City, or “Pink City” for its trademark building color. At the center of its stately street grid (notable in India) stands the opulent, colonnaded City Palace complex. With gardens, courtyards and museums, part of it is still a royal residence.
Across from the City Palace is Jantar Mantar, an open-air astronomical observatory from the early 18th century. Also nearby is the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), a former cloister for royal women fronted by a rippling 5-story screen of pink sandstone. Several kilometers outside the city center, elephants carry visitors uphill to the imposing Amer Fort, which features elaborate wall carvings and paintings. On the way to the fort, many visitors stop on the banks of Man Sagar Lake to photograph Jal Mahal, a partially submerged palace that famously reflects in the water.

1. Jaipur.

2. Pink City.
Jaipur is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. It evokes the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, founded what is now called the Old City, or “Pink City” for its trademark building color. At the center of its stately street grid (notable in India) stands the opulent, colonnaded City Palace complex. With gardens, courtyards and museums, part of it is still a royal residence.



3. Famous Jaipur Albert Hall Museum.
Albert Hall Museum is the oldest museum of the state and functions as the state museum of Rajasthan. The building is situated in Ram Niwas garden outside the city wall opposite New gate and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. It is also called the Government Central Museum.

4. Royal Residency of Jaipur.
Hotel Royal Residency is located near Vivekanand Park in Sector 5 in Malviya Nagar inn JaipurJaipur International Airport, Sector 7 Bus stop and Durgapura train station are all located in the vicinity of this hotel. Albert Hall Museum, Dolls Museum and Amar Jawan jyoti are the tourist attractions near this hotel. Royal residency in Malviya Nagar, Jaipur Celebrated as one of the city's best is, Royal residency in Jaipur. The hotel is strategically located in Malviya Nagar. This hospitality destination has grown to become the ideal place for travelers and those on business to feel at home when in the city.

5. Jantar Manter Jaipur.
The Jantar Mantar is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments built by the Kachwaha Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of JaipurRajasthan. The monument was completed in 1734.[1][2] It features the world's largest stone sundial, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.[1][3] It is located near City Palace and Hawa Mahal.[4] The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye.[1] The observatory is an example of the Ptolemaic positional astronomy which was shared by many civilizations.[1][2]
The monument features instruments operating in each of the three main classical celestial coordinate systems: the horizon-zenith local system, the equatorial system, and the ecliptic system.[2] The Kapala Yantraprakara is one that works in two systems and allows transformation of the coordinates directly from one system to the other.[5]
The monument was damaged in the 19th century. Early restoration work was undertaken under the supervision of Major Arthur Garrett, a keen amateur astronomer, during his appointment as Assistant State Engineer for the Jaipur District.[6]


6. Hawaii Mahal Jaipur.
Hawa Mahal (English translation: "The Palace of Winds" or "The Palace of Breeze") is a palace in Jaipur, India. Made with the red and pink sandstone, the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends to the Zenana, or women's chambers.
The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, the grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, who was the founder of Jaipur.[1] He was so inspired by the unique structure of Khetri Mahal that he built this grand and historical palace. It was designed by Lal Chand Ustad. Its unique five floors exterior is akin to the honeycomb of a beehive with its 953 small windows called Jharokhas decorated with intricate latticework.[2] The original intent of the lattice design was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life and festivals celebrated in the street below without being seen, since they had to obey the strict rules of "purdah", which forbade them from appearing in public without face coverings. This architectural feature also allowed cool air from the Venturi effect to pass through, thus making the whole area more pleasant during the high temperatures in summer.[2][3][4] Many people see the Hawa Mahal from the street view and think it is the front of the palace, but in reality it is the back of that structure.[5]



7. Man Sagar Lake & Jal Mahal.
Man Sagar Lake is an artificial lake, situated in Jaipur, the capital of the state of Rajasthan in India. It is named after Raja Man Singh, the then ruler of Amer, who constructed it in c. 1610 by damming the Dravyavati river. The Jal Mahal is situated in the middle of the lake.


Udaipur City in Rajasthan

Udaipur, formerly the capital of the Mewar Kingdom, is a city in the western Indian state of Rajasthan. Founded by Maharana Udai Singh II in 1559, it’s set around a series of artificial lakes and is known for its lavish royal residences. City Palace, overlooking Lake Pichola, is a monumental complex of 11 palaces, courtyards and gardens, famed for its intricate peacock mosaics.
Lake Pichola boat tours take visitors past the 18th-century, white-marble Lake Palace, which covers an entire island and is now a hotel. Another island contains the domed Jagmandir Palace, former summer resort of the Maharanas, mostly constructed in the 17th century. Elsewhere, in Udaipur’s sprawling old city, is towering Jagdish Temple, completed in 1651 and dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. The Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum of regional folk art is known for its traditional puppet shows, while the hilltop Monsoon Palace offers sweeping views of the city and the surrounding ridges





1. Mewar Kingdom.
Mewar or Mewad is a region in the south-central part of Rajasthan state of India. It includes the present-day districts of Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Udaipur, Pirawa Tehsil of Jhalawar District of Rajasthan, ... of India[edit]. The last ruler of Udaipur Kingdom signed the accession to Independent India on 7 April 1949.





2. Artificial Lakes.
Lake Pichola, Udai Sagar Lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, Rajsamand Lake and Jaisamand Lake are the five prominent lakes of Udaipur. Apart from these lakes, Doodh Talai, Badi Ka Talab and Kumharia Talab are other small lakes that form the part of watercourses in Udaipur.



3. Pichola Lake.
Lake Pichola, situated in Udaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362 AD, named after the nearby Picholi village.[1][2] It is one of the several contiguous lakes, and developed over the last few centuries in and around the famous Udaipur city. The lakes around Udaipur were primarily created by building dams to meet the drinking water and irrigation needs of the city and its neighborhood. Two islands, Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir are located within Pichola Lake, and have been developed with several palaces to provide views of the lake.





3. Monumental Complex of 11 palaces.
Who built City Palace Udaipur?
Maharana Udai Singh
Its construction began in 1553, started by Maharana Udai Singh II of the Sisodia Rajput family as he shifted his capital from the erstwhile Chittor to the new found city of Udaipur. The palace is located on the east bank of Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex.
When was Udaipur palace built?
1559
Settled on the east bank of Lake Pichola, the City Palace in Udaipur was built around 400 years back. It is regarded to be the largest royal complex in the state of Rajasthan. The palace was put up during the time when the city of Udaipur was established, by Maharana Uday Singh and his successors in 1559.
At 20 years old, Padmanabh Singh controls a fortune of between $697 million and $855 million and is called a "king." Padmanabh Singh, full title Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur, is the young monarch of Jaipur, a city in northwestern India famous for its pink architecture and imperial palaces.



4. Peacock Mosaics'.
Technical details. Structural system, Marble and masonry. Full view of the City Palace complex. Part of Badi Mahal in City Palace, Udaipur. City Palace, Udaipur is a palace complex situated in the city of Udaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan. ... Mor Chowk or Peacock square is integral to the inner courts of the palace.



5. Taj Lake Palace.
The ethereal Taj Lake Palace affords guests the pleasures of India's bygone princely era. Over the centuries, it has played host to royalty, poets and writers and the Maharana's guests. Trappings like a welcoming vintage car ride to the charming city of Udaipur, the Jiva Spa boat, royal butlers, recipes from traditional Mewari cuisine and arrival by boat - all little facets that make this former pleasure palace the celebrated luxury hotel it is today.



 6. Jagmandir Isla.
    Jag Mandir is a palace built on an island in the Lake Pichola. It is also called the "Lake Garden Palace". The palace is located in Udaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Its construction is credited to three Maharanas of the Sisodia Rajputs of Mewar kingdom.



7. Lok Kala Museum.
Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum was set up by Mihir Chaudhary in the year 1952 to propagate and popularize folk culture found in arts, dances and the literature of the particular region. The enthralling collection is about 44 years old, reflecting its age-old charm and inspiring people to switch to a new form of artistic pleasures.



8. Monsoon Palace.
The Monsoon Palace, also known as the Sajjan Garh Palace, is a hilltop palatial residence in the city of Udaipur, Rajasthan in India, overlooking the Fateh Sagar Lake. It is named Sajjangarh after Maharana Sajjan Singh (1874–1884) of the Mewar Dynasty, who it was built for in 1884. The palace offers a panoramic view of the city's lakes, palaces and surrounding countryside. It was built chiefly to watch the monsoon clouds; hence, appropriately, it is popularly known as Monsoon Palace. It is said that the Maharana built it at the top of the hill to get a view of his ancestral home, Chittaurgarh. Previously owned by the Mewar royal family, it is now under the control of the Forest Department of the Government of Rajasthan and has recently been opened to the public. The palace provides a beautiful view of the sunset.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7]
Its builder, Maharana Sajjan Singh, originally planned to make it a five-storey astronomical centre. The plan was cancelled with Maharana Sajjan Singh's premature death. It was then turned into a monsoon palace and hunting lodge.[8]






9. Hill Top Palace Hotel.
Set 1.9 km from The City Palace Museum, this relaxed, 3-story hotel is also 1.8 km from Fateh Sagar Lake and 7 km from Monsoon Palace.

The straightforward rooms provide free Wi-Fi, desks and satellite TV, along with sitting areas, and terraces with panoramic views.

The hotel offers free parking and breakfast. There's also an international restaurant, a chic bar and a casual rooftop cafe, along with an outdoor pool. Other amenities include banquet and conference rooms, a business centre and an on-site doctor.



10. Sahiliyon Ki Bari.
Saheliyon-ki-Bari is a major garden and a popular tourist space in Udaipur in Indian state                of Rajasthan. It lies in northern part of the city and has fountains and kiosks, a lotus pool and  marble elephants. It was built by Rana Sangram Singh. There is also a small museum here.



11. Fateh Sagar Lake.












Ajmer Sharif Dargah.

Dargah Sharif is the tomb of the great Sufi saint - Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti. It is located very close to the Ajmer Railway station. He was a Sufi saint who dedicated his entire life in the service of the poor and the downtrodden. The place is regarded as one of the holiest places in Islam and one of the most sacred pilgrim sites by people of all religions. The shrine is visited by millions of pilgrims every year. The best time to visit Ajmer would be between the months of October and March. Ajmer's beautiful winter enriches your travelling experiences.  It is a shrine of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti which is situated at the foot of the Taragarh hill, and consists of several white marble buildings arranged around two courtyards, including a massive gate donated by the Nizam of Hyderabad, and the Akbari Mosque, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.




1. Adeh Din ki Chopri.
It was commissioned by QUTB UD DIN AIBAK in 1192. It is oldest mosque in India. Adhai din ka jhopra is an early example of INDO ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE. The reason behind name is as the task was completed in 2 and half day.



2. Taragarh Fort.
Taragarh Fort or Star Fort is a structure in the city of Ajmer in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It was constructed in 1113AD upon a steep hillside and built under the reign of King Ajaypal Chauhan. In the fort are water reservoirs. These reservoirs were built to store water and supply the residents during times of crisis. The reservoirs have been carved out of the rocky base of the fort. Rani Mahal is a small palace within the fort complex, built for the wives and concubines of the rulers. The fort also holds a shrine dedicated to Miran Saheb ki Dargah, who lost hist life in 1202AD during a Rajput attack.[1][2]




3. Mystery of Ajmer Flying Stone.
 हजारों सालों से बस एक छोटी सी चट्टान पर रुका है यह चमकता जादुई पत्थर. ऐसा ही दिलचस्प नजारा .



4. Pushkar Camel Riding for Sunset & Market.
Pushkar Camel Safari Provide the best Overnight camel safari with tented ... Pushkar Camel Safari Provides sunset/Sunrise Camel Safari in pushkar, Jeep ... are certainly the ideal way to spend time exploring the rustic and royal Rajasthan.



Jaisalmer (जैसलमेर)
City in Rajasthan

Description

Jaisalmer is a former medieval trading center and a princely state in the western Indian state of Rajasthan, in the heart of the Thar Desert. Known as the "Golden City," it's distinguished by its yellow sandstone architecture. Dominating the skyline is Jaisalmer Fort, a sprawling hilltop citadel buttressed by 99 bastions. Behind its massive walls stand the ornate Maharaja's Palace and intricately carved Jain temples.
1. Thar Desert.

It is a desert area towards the edge of Jaisalmer Desert National Park and is a popular tourist destination in Rajasthan. The dunes, located at a distance of 42-45 km from the city, boast of a well maintained, non-bumpy road that is maintained by the Indian Army.

2. Golden City of Jaisalmer.
In reality, 'Jaisalmer' means “the Hill Fort of Jaisal”. Jaisalmer is sometimes called the   Golden City of India” because the yellow sand and the yellow sandstone used in every     architecture of the city gives a yellowish-golden tinge to the city and its surrounding area


3. Yellow Sandstone Architecture. (Salim ji ki Haveli Jaisalmer)
Salim Singh-ki Haveli: Intricate art work on sand stone, a rajasthan style. - See 321 traveler reviews, 168 candid photos, and great deals for Jaisalmer, ... All reviews prime minister stone work jaisalmer fort beautiful architecture balconies salam guide stories mansion era sandstone insight century ... Made by yellow stones.

4. Skyline Jaisalmer Fort.
Jaisalmer Fort is situated in the city of Jaisalmer, in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is believed to be one of the very few "living forts" in the world, as nearly one fourth of the old city's population still resides within the fort. For the better part of its 800-year history, the fort was the city of Jaisalmer.





5. Maharaja Palace Jaisalmer Rajasthan.
Head to Maharaja's Palace to see part of one of the world's largest foritifications and a World Heritage Site. Built in 1156 CE, it stands tall in the center of city, rising out of the sands of the Thar Desert. The palace's yellow sandstone facade turns from tawny to golden as the sun sets. Measuring 460 m (1,500 ft) long, 230 m (750 ft) wide, and 76 m (250 ft) high, it also features a daunting defensive wall. Tour the inside of the massive building to see period furniture, clothing, weapons, and more. Plan a Jaisalmer trip in moments using our itinerary builder.




6. Jain Temple Jaisalmer Rajasthan.
Find detailed information on Jain TemplesJaisalmer and know location, timings, entry fee, ... Dating back to the 12th and 15th century, these temples have intricate designs on it. ... Parshvanath temple has a beautifully carved entrancecrowning in an image of the Jain Tirthankara at its apex. ... Rajasthan Desert Safari.




Jodhpur the Blue City

Jodhpur is a city in the Thar Desert of the northwest Indian state of Rajasthan. Its 15th-century Mehrangarh Fort is a former palace that’s now a museum, displaying weapons, paintings and elaborate royal palanquins (sedan chairs). Set on on a rocky outcrop, the fort overlooks the walled city, where many buildings are painted the city’s iconic shade of blue.

1. Thar Desert Rajasthan Camel Safari.
The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, is a large arid region in the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent that covers an area of 200,000 km² and forms a natural boundary between India and Pakistan. It is the world's 17th largest desert, and the world's 9th largest subtropical desert



2. Jodhpur Blue City.
Jodhpur is also known as 'Blue City' as the houses are blue-painted in the old area of the city. ... It's also said that as it's called as the Sun City because the weather remains bright and sunny all around the year, and to keep the houses cool Blue colour is used on the Houses.



3. Mehrangarh Fort.
Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur dominates the skyline of the "Blue City" from its lofty central position on a rugged cliff, where it seems to have sprouted up out of the rock. The fort is one of the most impressive and best preserved forts in India. It has been thoughtfully turned into a superb tourist destination that will delight everyone from photographers to history buffs. The illustrious fort has also featured in the writings of Rudyard Kipling and Aldous Huxley, and was named Best Fortress in Asia by Time magazine in 2007. However, it wasn't always in such great condition. Prior to being restored, it was lying vacant and inhabited by bats. Find out all you need to know about Mehrangarh Fort in this complete guide.
Location :- Mehrangarh Fort is located in the center of Jodhpur, the second largest city in Rajasthan. Jodhpur can readily be reached by air, road or rail. By road, Jodhpur is four and half hours from Udaipur, five hours from Jaisalmer, and about six hours from Jaipur.



4. The Sardar Government Museum
The Sardar Government Museum is located in Public Park, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India. The museum is named after Sardar Singh, a maharaja of Jodhpur, and was constructed under the reign of his son, Maharaja Umed Singh. It was built by Henry Vaughan Lanchester in 1909 and formally opened to public on 17 March 1936.