Showing posts with label Rajasthan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rajasthan. Show all posts

Sunday, 13 May 2012

Umaid Bhavan Palace




It is located at Jodhpur in Rajasthan, India. The monument has 347 rooms and serves as the principal residence of the Jodhpur Royal family. A part of the palace is managed by Taj Hotels. The palace is a blend of eastern and western architectural influences. The lavish interiors with gilt furniture and elegant artwork are fantastic. 

It is one of the world’s largest private residences. The place is well maintained and neat. Tourists are more attracted to this place. Don’t miss visiting this place when you are in Rajasthan. The best time to visit is 10am in the morning. It is the best place to visit with family and friends. The climate is hot and it is advisable to wear cotton clothes.









You should seek the help of travel counselors before visiting this place. For accomodation advance booking of the room is necessary. Food is well provided and you can spend momentable time visiting this place.






Keywords :Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Royal family, accommodation.

Explore the camel ride in Rajasthan




When you are in Rajasthan don’t forget to experience the camel safari as it will leave some unforgettable moments in your life. Thardesert in Rajasthan spread across the western extreme part of the state. Camels are the main source of safari on this sand zone. You will come closer to the real culture and tradition of Rajasthan. The camel safari is the best way to explore the desert state of Rajasthan



The camel safaris are arranged in the winters. You will also need to carry beds, sleeping bags and blankets. During day time you may require sun hat, a pair of sun glasses and sun lotion. It is good to carry a first aid kit.

A large number of travel agents and tour operators in Rajasthan organize camel safaris. The camel safari may end up in 1 or 2 days. The shortest safari is a day long which just gives you a glimpse of the desert. The majority of camel safaris start from the desert fort town of Jaisalmer.



Keywords – Rajasthan, Thardesert, camel safari, Jaisalmer.

Friday, 11 May 2012

The historical Hawa Mahal in Jaipur



The Hawa Mahal is in Jaipur Rajasthan India. It is an important landmark in the city. It is built in Rajputana architecture. The splendid five storey “Palace of the Winds” is a blend of beauty and splendor.

Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh built Hawa Mahal in 1779. This ancient monument is a tourist attraction having 953 small windows. You can reach there in rickshaws, local buses and autos.

The windows in the Mahal are called jharokas. You can peep in from them to see the beautiful city of Jaipur. The main attraction in Hawa Mahal is the cooling chambers.

Tourists come to this place throughout the day. The fun is in climbing up to view Jaipur through the multiple small windows. It is wonderful to enjoy the true charm of this place. 

The Mahal is a pyramid-shaped façade with five stories. The air circulation keeps the palace always cool.




It is believed that the palace was built for the women in royal families. The palace has to be visited to experience the true beauty. The best time to visit is in early morning.

Don’t miss visiting Hawa Mahal in Jaipur.

Keywords – Hawa Mahal, Rajasthan, Palace of the Winds, jharokas, cooling chambers, royal

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