5 Best monsoon places to explore in India
Rains have magical charm in India. Monsoon is one of the best times of the year to experience the beauty of nature when it’s fully on peak. Gushing waterfalls, green meadows, refreshing lakes and rivers all are treating your eyes. Here are 5 spectacular monsoon places which offers heavenly experience when explored during monsoon. 1. […]
Gajner Lake & Palace – A Beautiful Spot in Bikaner, Rajasthan
Gajner lake and palace is a beautiful location that offers a spectacular sight to tourists, and also one of the top places to visit in Bikaner. Huge towers located at the lake entrance make it one of landmarks of Bikaner. The palace was once a summer holiday home and hunting lodge of the Bikaner royal family, it is now a luxury hotel. Located at a distance of 34 km from Bikaner, Gajner Palace and Lake is situated in the middle of Thar Desert. Gajner Palace and Lake was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh.
Bhangarh Fort in Alwar, Rajasthan – India’s Most Haunted Fort
The Bhangarh Fort is a 16th-century fort built in the Alwar, Rajasthan. The fort was built by Bhagwant Das, as residence for his second son, Raja Madho Singh. The well-preserved fort is located on the border of Sariska Tiger Reserve. The fort built by Kachwaha Rajput kings is located at the foothills of Aravali ranges on a sloping terrain.
Gadisar Lake – Beautiful Attraction of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Gadisar Lake also called Gadaria Lake is located in Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India. The nearly 1000-year-old artificial lake was built by the founder of city of Jaisalmer, King Rawal Jaisal in 1156 AD. The lake was later rebuilt by Maharwal Gadsi Singh in 1367 AD, after whom the lake was renamed as Gadisar Lake.
Bhandasar Temple – A Beautiful Jain Temple in Bikaner, Rajasthan
Bhandasar Temple is a Jain temple in Bikaner, Rajasthan. The three-storey temple dedicated to Sumatinatha, the 5th tirthankara; is also called Bhanda Shah Jain temple. The white marble statue of Lord Sumatinath placed on top of a 2 feet high pavilion, is placed in the ground floor of the temple. It is famed for its beautiful wall paintings, yellow-stone carvings on walls and pillars of the sanctum sanctorum and exquisite art sculpture work. An architectural masterpiece, the temple currently protected by the Archaeological Survey of India or ASI, was constructed by a Jain merchant Bhanda Shah Jain in the 15th century.
Pushkar Lake and Brahma Temple – A Revered Holy Site for Hindus
Pushkar Lake is a semi-circular shaped water body and one of the most revered holy sites for Hindus located in Pushkar, Rajasthan. The lake is most well-known for its ghats and temples, most importantly the Brahma temple. Also called Pushkar Sarovar, it is located 14 kms northwest of Ajmer city. Pushkar Lake is described in Hindu scriptures as “Tirtha-Guru” as it is related to the creator-God Brahma. The massive artificial lake spread across 54 acres, originally dates back over 2500 years, is surrounded by over 500 Hindu temples in the lake precincts.
Ajmer famous for Ajmer sharif
Ajmer is a city in Rajasthan, India. The city is famous for AjmerSharif Dargah, located south of the artificial Ana Sagar Lake. The domed shrine of Muslim Sufi saint Khwaja Garib Nawaz is visited by lakhs of Muslims throughout the year. Nearby, a 16th-century palace Akbari Fort & Museum was built by Mughal emperor Akbar. […]
Lake Pichola, Its Islands and Palaces – The Crown Jewel of Udaipur, Rajasthan
Lake Pichola is the crown jewel of city of Udaipur in Rajasthan, India. An artificial fresh water lake, it was built in 1362 AD to solve the perennial drinking water problem of the city and meet irrigation needs of its neighbouring villages. Legend goes it was built by a banjara (gypsy) tribesman, Pichhu Banjara who used to transport grain and named it after the nearby Picholi village, during Maharana Lakha’s reign.
Achrol Fort – A Forgotten Fort Near Jaipur, Rajasthan
The Achrol fort is actually named the Achalgarh fort. It should not be confused with the Achalgarh fort located near Mount Abu, the only hill station of Rajasthan. ‘Pink City’ Jaipur, as the capital of Rajasthan is full of forts and palaces located in and around its vicinity.
Laungewala War Memorial in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Longewala War Memorial is the place of the historic ‘Battle of Longewala’ in 1971 fought between Pakistan and India. Longewala War Museum was established to honour the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers of the Indian Army. It was inaugurated and opened for public viewing on 24 August 2015, on the Golden Jubilee of India-Pakistan war in 1965.
