The term ‘royalty’ is synonymous with the land of Rajasthan
wherein the royal lineage of Rajputana rulers can be witnessed in the form of
forts and palaces. A journey aboard Palace on Wheels train brings you face to
face with several forts and palaces housed within the erstwhile princely states
of Rajasthan.
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| Palace On Wheels Dining |
A joint initiative of Rajasthan Tourism and Development
Corporation (RTDC) and the Indian Railways, Palace on Wheels traverses the
course of Rajasthan along with a halt in Agra. The destinations of Rajasthan
covered by this luxury tourist train include Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur,
Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bharatpur. The 8 days and 7 nights
journey on board is a perfect opportunity for tourists looking forward to
glimpse the bygone splendor of Rajputana.
The first destination of Rajasthan covered by Palace on
Wheels is Jaipur. Fondly known as ‘Pink City’, Jaipur was the erstwhile domain
of Kacchawa Rajputs. The major attractions that you will visit in Jaipur
include Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Jantar Mantar.
The very fact
that a person still requires an elephant ride to enter the gateway of this fort
will make you feel pomp of bygone era.
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| Palace On Wheels Sitting and Bar |
Next on the cards is Chittorgarh. The Chittorgarh Fort is one
of the largest forts in Rajasthan and stands as a testimony to important
historic events such as ‘Jauhar’ committed by Rani Padmavati and Karnavati and the
rebellion of Meera Bai. A spectacular son-et-lumiere within the fort premises
will mark the crescendo of the evening. The light and sound show highlights the
important events that took place in Chittorgarh fort over the course of
history.
Palace on Wheels
encompasses the erstwhile princely states of Rajputana during the course of 8
days and 7 nights. Plush cabins, gourmet dining, gracious services and
exclusive insider experiences add to the refinement of this luxury rail
journey.
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