Alwar
Tourism
Once an ancient Rajput state, formerly known as Mewat, Alwar
was nearest to the imperial Delhi. The people of the state did not accept any
external interference’s and daringly resisted against foreign invasions.
In the 12th and 13th centuries, they formed a group and raded Delhi. But finally
Sultan Bulban (1267 A.D - 1287 A.D) suppressed them, bringing the area under the
Muslims rule
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Chittorgarh
Tourism
The pride and glory of Rajasthan,Chittaur echoes with the tales
of romance and vlour unique to the Rajput tradition. A ruined citadel, where the
royal past lives in its imposing forts, graceful palaces and spectacular chattris.
This fortified settlement has been ravaged thrice and each time the outcome was
‘Jauhar’-when women and children immolated themselves on a huge funeral
pyre while men donned in saffron robes of martyrdom rode out of the fort towards
a certain death.
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Ajmer
Tourism
Nestling in the foothills of `Ajaya Meru', Ajmer was founded
by Aijpal Chauhan in the year 1100 AD, dominated and ruled by Chauhan dynasty
till 1193 AD.Ajmer is a world renowned pilgrimage center for both Hindus as well
as Muslims. It is a celestial home to most holy Dragon Sharif a tomb of the Sufi
saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which is equally worshiped by all religions specially
the Hindus and Muslims.
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Delhi
Tourism
One of the most fascinating aspects of Delhi is the "visibility"
of its historic past. Were it not for the demands of urbanization, large portions
of the city could well be earmarked as archaeological parks. This is because the
rulers of successive dynasties between the 13th and the 17th centuries established
seven cities in different parts of Delhi.
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Agra
Tourism
Agra is the one of the prominent destinations of the World
Tourism map with three heritage monuments-The Taj Mahal, Red Fort & Fatehpur
Sikri. It is more just a dacadent city of graveyards and stones, but it is a vibrant
centre of Culture, Art and Religious philosphies that have enriched mankind and
shaped humen thought over centuries.
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Jaipur
Tourism
Jaipur is the capital of the colorful state of Rajasthan and
is almost 260 kilometers from New Delhi. It is very conveniently connected by
road, rail and air from the country's capital.
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Udaipur
Tourism
Travel to Udaipur, the abode that imbibes incredible legacies
of the bygone era. Tour Udaipur and explore the various contours of the landscapes.
Saheliyon ki Bari, Maharana Pratap Memorial, Shilpgram or the Crafts Bazaar, City
palace, Lake Palace, Jagdish Temple, Gulab Niwas Gardens, Jag Mahal Palace, Sajjangarh,
Eklingji Temple, Government Museum, Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake and the Jaisamand
Lake are few of the tourists attractions of Udaipur. The best time to visit Udaipur
is during September-March.
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Jodhpur
Tourism
Jodhpur was founded in the year 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha, who
was part of the Rathore clan and is claimed to be a descendent of Lord Rama. He
chose Mandore, a place nine kilometers away from the city, as the capital of Jodhpur.
To strengthen his foothold he built a fortress to which additions were done by
his successors over the centuries.
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Bikaner
Tourism
City, north-central Rajasthan state, northwestern India. It
lies 240 miles (386 km) west of Delhi.The city was the capital of the former princely
state of Bikaner. About 1465 Bika, a Rajput chieftain of the Rathor clan, began
to conquer the area from other Rajput clans.
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Jaisalmer
Tourism
The golden beauty, etched in yellow sandstone. Perched atop
the Trikuta Hill, it stands tall against miles of gleaming sand. Epitomising the
desolate, awesome charm of the desert. Jaisalmer, the city of the golden fort
is a fantasy in yellow sandstone in the heart of the Thar Desert.
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Varanasi
Tourism
Varanasi is one of the ancient seats of learning in India and
situated between Delhi and Kolkata at a bend in the sacred Ganges River. Home
to some of the most ancient and revered monasteries in the world, Varanasi is
the place where scholars still come to learn the ancient knowledge of the Vedas
and debate on nature of God.
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Khajuraho
Tourism
Khajuraho derives its name from the Khajur tree (the date palm
tree) found in abundance in the area. The temples are superb examples of Indo-Aryan
architecture, built in the short span of a hundred years, under the generous and
artistic patronage of the Chandela Rajput kings of Central India in a truly inspired
burst of creativity.
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Chandigarh
Tourism
Serenity and a city are two diametrically opposite concepts,
which however, get belied in the 'City Beautiful'. Chandigarh is a rare epitome
of modernization co-existing with nature's preservation. It is here that the trees
and plants are as much a part of the construction plans as the buildings and the
roads.
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Corbett
Tourism
The Corbett National Park is a primal jungle as Rudyard Kipling
put it. Despite extensive tourism, the park has managed to retain its primeval
ambience, where man must walk timorously, in awe and with a strong sense of his
own insignificance.
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Pushkar
Tourism
Pushkar,a holy city devoted to Hindu God Brahma. is a small
tourist town surrounding a small lake which the Hindus consider Holy and come
to bathe in. Pushkar is only a short bus ride from the city Ajmer, but seems a
world away with only small roads with limited traffic and surrounded by desert.
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Mussoorie
Tourism
Mussoorie offers a wonderful view of the Himalayan snow ranges
to the north-east and the Doon Valley., Roorkee, Saharanpur and Haridwar to the
South, creating an almost serene atmosphere for the tourists. Mussoorie was discovered
by Captain Young, an adventurous military officer in 1827.
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Dharamshala
Tourism
Dharamshala is the district hqr. of Kangra district. This is
a hill station lying on the spur of the Dhauladhar range about 18kms. north east
of Kangra town. Hill station is wooded with oak and conifer trees and snow capped
mountains enfold three sides of the town while the valley stretches in front.
The snow line is perhaps more easily accessible at Dharamshala than at any other
hill resort and it is possible to trek to snow point after an early morning's
start.
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Mt.Abu
Tourism
Welcome to the only hill resort in the desert land of Rajasthan,
Mount Abu. The lushness of Mount Abu makes the hill resort being referred to as
the paradise of Rajasthan The natural and the man made beauty come together to
make Mount Abu a place worth more than a visit. At the hill station you may enjoy
the scenic beauty, the amazing architectural wonders and the archaeology too.
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