Jaipur famous for ranthambore national park
Jaipur is known for its diverse #wildlife that is found in areas near the city including #wildlife #sanctuaries and #Nationalpark. Jaipur is perfect destination to travel for nature lovers and wild life lovers with #Jhalana wildlife sanctuary very near to Jaipur. The world famous #ranthambore national park is a full one day trip from Jaipur. […]
Balsamand Lake and Palace in Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Balsamand Lake is an artificial lake situated 5 kms from Jodhpur on Jodhpur-Mandore Road. A popular picnic spot, the lake was built by Balak Rao Pratihar in 1159 AD who belongs to the kshatriya community. The man-made lake is recorded as India’s first artificial lake; was created to serve the purpose of water reservoir for the people of Mandore. The lake with a length of 1 kms, breadth of 50 metres and a depth of 15 metres is noted for the huge Balsamand Lake Palace that was added later as a summer palace on its shore, and has now been converted into a Heritage 5-star hotel.
Jaipur replete with historic buildings
Any #tourist visiting a city is always on the lookout for ways to have fun, especially at night. #Jaipur the #pinkcity is a place replete with historic #palaces, #forts, grand #buildings, and many a #architectural marvels. Yet the capital of #Rajasthan has a lot to offer to tourists on the lookout for fun activities at […]
The World Famous Pushkar Camel Fair
Pushkar Lake and its precincts are world famous for the annual Pushkar Fair or Pushkar mela. The fair, which is both a religious and economic event in Rajasthan is a huge tourist attraction. It coincides with a very large gathering of pilgrims during Kartik Purnima, when huge number of pilgrims throng to Pushkar lake to take a holy dip in the lake. The Pushkar Fair; also, Asia’s largest camel fair, starts on Prabodhini Ekadashi, it is the 11th lunar day in the bright fortnight and ends 7 days later. The original intention of the British for organizing the Pushkar Camel Fair was to attract animal tradesmen and collect taxes from commercial activities.
Bala Quila or Alwar Fort in Alwar, Rajasthan
Bala Quila also known Alwar Fort is a fort in Alwar district of Rajasthan. The fort located on a hill of Aravalli Range, is 5 kms long and 1.5 kms wide at an elevation of 1000 feet. The fort situated above the town of Alwar was originally constructed by Nikumbh Rajputs in 928 AD. In 1492 AD Khanzada Alawal Khan won Bala Quila from Nikumbh Rajputs to stop practice of human sacrifice, but the fort was completely destroyed. The fort was re-constructed in 1521 AD by Hasan Khan Mewati, and later it was taken control by the Mughal rulers.
Ana Sagar Lake – 1000-Year-Old Lake in Ajmer, Rajasthan
Ana Sagar Lake is a massive artificial lake built in the city of Ajmer, Rajasthan. The lake is named after Arnoraja or Anaji Chauhan; the grandfather of Prithviraj Chauhan, who built it sometime between 1135 -1150 AD. The catchment area of the lake is spread over 13 kms or over 70 sq.kms, that were built with the help of local populace.
Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra – A Beautifully Designed Mosque in Ajmer, Rajasthan
‘Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra’ or “shed of 2½ days” is a large and imposing mosque in Ajmer, Rajasthan. One of the oldest mosques in India, and the oldest surviving monument in the city of Ajmer, it was commissioned by Sultan Qutb-ud-Din-Aibak in 1192 AD and completed in 1199 AD.
Albert Hall Museum -Oldest Museum of Rajasthan
Albert Hall Museum in Jaipur is the oldest museum of Rajasthan, India. Located in Ram Niwas Gardens outside the city wall opposite New Gate, it is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Today what It is also called the Government Central Museum, original building construction was started in 1876.
Hawa Mahal – The Palace of Wind in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur in Rajasthan, India. The massive palace built using red and pink sandstone, on the edge of City Palace as an extension, is part of the Zenana quarters or women’s chambers and is famed for its massive Jharokha or windows.
Chand Baori in Abhaneri, Rajasthan – The Largest Stepwell in India
Chand Baori at Abhaneri village which is located 94 kms away from the capital of Jaipur; is the most famous ancient stepwell of Rajasthan and is most visited stepwell in Rajasthan.
