Saheliyon-ki-Bari – Magnificent Garden in Udaipur, Rajasthan
Saheliyon-ki-Bari or Garden of the Maidens, is a magnificent garden and a prime tourist attraction of Udaipur, Rajasthan. Located in the northern part of Udaipur, on the banks of the Fateh Sagar Lake, the massive garden is known for its buildings, fountains and kiosks, as well as a lotus pool and marble elephants.
City Palace – The Cultural Heritage Landmark of Jaipur, Rajasthan, Part 2
Another palace inside the City Palace complex, is the Mubarak Mahal built by architect Lala Chiman Lal. Mubarak Mahal is famed for its hanging balcony and intricate carving in white marble and beige stone.
City Palace – The Cultural Heritage Landmark of Jaipur, Rajasthan, Part 1
The City Palace, Jaipur was established at the same time as the city of Jaipur, by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, who moved his court from Amber to Jaipur in 1727. The cultural heritage landmark of Jaipur was until 1949 the ceremonial and administrative seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur.
The Magnificent Birla Mandir in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The magnificent Birla Mandir in Jaipur, Rajasthan also called the Lakshmi Narayan Temple; is a Hindu temple built by the B.M. Birla Foundation in 1988. Located at the base of Moti Dungri Fort, Jaipur; the temple is a popular tourist spot and pilgrimage centre for Hindu devotees.
Nathmal Ji ki Haveli –Known for Distinct Architecture in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Jaisalmer city, is known for its massively decorative havelis. Nathmal ki Haveli is a major tourist attraction of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This haveli was built by Maharawal Bairisal, King of Jaisalmer in the end of 1885. The haveli was commissioned by him, to serve as the residence of his prime minister, Diwan Mohata Nathmal; who resided in this haveli, and thus the ornate haveli got its name.
Jaswant Thada – A Cenotaph Also Called Taj Mahal of Marwar
Jaswant Thada is a royal cenotaph or chhatri located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The cenotaph, was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh (1895-1911), of Jodhpur State in 1899 in memory of his father, Maharaja Jaswant Singh II (1873-1895); the 33rd Rathore ruler of Jodhpur state.
Haldighati – Scene of Epic Battle Between Maharana Pratap and Akbar
Haldighati is a mountain pass situated between the villages of Khamnore and Balicha in Rajsamand district of Rajasthan, India. The mountain pass located in the Aravalli range connects the 2 cities of Rajsamand and Udaipur.
Mehrangarh Fort is a Massive Hill Fort Overlooking Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort is a massive hill fort built by Rao Jodha, founder of Jodhpur in 12 May, 1459 AD when he shifted his capital from Mandore to Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Mehrangarh literally means ‘Fort of the Sun’, and is one of the largest forts of India and also the most visited place in Jodhpur.
Chittorgarh Fort That Epitomizes Rajput Bravery
The Chittorgarh Fort, also called the Chittod Fort, is one of the biggest forts’ in India. The fort was the seat of power of Mewar state in Rajputana. Located in the present-day city of Chittorgarh, 233 km from Ajmer, midway between Delhi and Mumbai on the National Highway No. 8; it is spread across a hill 180 mtrs (590.6 ft) high with expanse of 280 hectare. Strategically built above the plains of the valley drained by the Berach River,
Raniji Ki Baori – A Massive Stepwell in Bundi, Rajasthan
Stepwells are wells from which people used to fetch water by descending a set of steps. They are most commonly found in the arid states of Rajasthan, Gujarat and other arid regions of the Indian subcontinent. Stepwells were built for the purpose of water storage and irrigation; thereby cope with seasonal fluctuations in availability of water.
