Jaipur : Rajasthan
Jaipur, the magical city carved out of the desert, still blushes pinh even 273 years later after it was founded by Maharajah Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727. It is the only city in the world symbolising the nine divisions of the universe through nine rectangular sectors subdividing it according to the principles laid down in the ‘Shilpa Shastra’, the ancient Indian treatise on architecture. The city is today a unique synthesis of the traditional sinel the modern. Apart from being the state capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is also a bustling trading centre with colourful bazaars and people and a land dominated by festivals and fairs. Jaipur is also a city of contrasts - the new city has spacious roads alotted with upmaricet luxury showrooms and the old city abounds with narrow congested streets, bazaars and artisan’s quarters. This part of town is a fascinating place to wander around, especially at sunset- ProvidŽing a stunning backdrop to the city are the ancient forts and palaces which create a dramatic picture of a bygone era.
Related Travel Information
Alwar : Rajasthan
STD Code: 0144
Tourist Reception Centre, near Hotel Aravali: 21868 Excursions on the Jaipur-Delhi National Highway No. 8 include Alwar, known as the Tiger Gate of Rajasthan, 1 50 km from Jaipur. Alwar's highlights are the museum, Sagar, Bala Fort, Moosi Rani ki-Chhatri, Shimla, Fatehjang Tomb, with the Sariska wildlife sanctuary 35 km away where one can spot tigers, leopards, hyenas, sambhars, blue bulls, chinkaras, wild boars and many other animals.
Jhalawar : Rajasthan
Jhalawar lies in the south-eastern region of Rajasthan, at the edge of the Malwa plateau. This region, rich in forests has exotic flora and fauna and is a haven for numerous species of birds which can be spotted on the roads as one drives along the lush-green fields. In the winter fields of white and pink poppy add colour to the countryside. The area around Bhawani Mandi has the distinction of being an important place on the citrus fruit map. The region abounds in forts and there are some unique Buddhist caves. Definitely worth a visit for those
Ajmer : Rajasthan
STD Code: 0145
Nestling in the folds of the Aravalis and situated practically in the centre of Rajasthan is the sleepy town of Ajmer located picturesequely along the shore of the Anasagar Lake. South-west of Jaipur, Ajmer is a major religious centre for both Muslims as well as Hindus, and boasts of some unique architechtural styles. Famous for the mosque or the Dargah of the venerated sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, each year an 'urs' or fair is held when millions throng to the holy shrine to seek a boon. Ajmer is also well-known due to its proximity to
Bundi : Rajasthan
Hit town's medieval character, Taragarh I Fort and the palace below are captivating. I He chitrashala in the palace has rooms I mend with miniature paintings depict-I iij scenes from the life of Lord Krishna I ml his consort Radha.
Bundi is connected by state highway. I Regular buses operate from Bundi to Kota j 38 km, laipur 156 km, Ajmer 167 km, Chittaur 1156km via Bijolia, Menal, Udaipur 310 km Ira Chittaur, Delhi 465 km via Jaipur, Sawai-I madhopur 127 km, Jodhpur 414 km via Ajmer, Indore 365 km via Kota, Jhalawar,.
Jaipur By Rail
An excellent connection to Delhi is by the Shatabdi Express (four and a half-hour run). Other connections to Jaipur are from Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Secunderabad and Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai. Trains originating from Jaipur link the city with Mumbai, Calcutta, Sawai Madhopur and Kota. The Jaipur Railway Station is in the heart of town and has computerised reservaŽtion facilities.
The reservation office is open Monday to Saturday, from 8 am to 2 pm and 2.15 to 8 pm on Sunday from 8 am to 2 pm is for advance reservations only. Reservations for freedom fighters
