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Jaipur
Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan
of rulers whose three hill forts and series of palaces in the city
are important attractions. Known as the Pink City because of the
colour of the stone used exclusively in the walled city, Jaipur's
bazaars sell embroidered leather shoes, blue pottery, tie and dye
scarves and other exotic wares. Western Rajasthan itself forms a
convenient circuit, in the heart of the Thar desert which has shaped
its history, lifestyles and architecture.
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Jodhpur
Jodhpur, once the capital of the former princely state of Marwar, is
now the second largest city of Rajasthan. Flanked on its western
side by the Mehrangarh Fort, and on the eastern side by the stately
sandstone Palace of Umaid Bhawan; the monuments temples and gardens
of Jodhpur depict a multi-faceted grandeur.
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Jaisalmer
The name Jaisalmer evokes a vivid picture of sheer magic and
brilliance of the desert. Legend has it that Rawal Jaisal laid the
foundation of the city in 1156 AD. after consulting a local hermit
by the name of Eesul. Tricuta was the hill chosen and Jaisal
abandoned his old fort at Lodurva to establish this new capital.
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Udaipur
A famous city of Rajasthan state, standing on the banks of lake
Pichola with white marble palaces. Udaipur is one of the most
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Bikaner
Founded in 1488, Bikaner is a desert built on an elevation and
surrounded by a long embattled wall pierced by five gates. A
magnificent fort built between 1588 & 1593 by Raja Raj Singh
dominates the city. Season : October to March.
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Ajmer
Founded in 1100 AD by Aijpal Chauhan, Ajmer derives its name from `Ajaya
Meru' the invincible hill, at the foot of which the present city
stands.
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Mount Abu
Famous for its exquisitively carved marble temples, Mount Abu (1219
meters) is a pretty hill resort in the State of Rajasthan.
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Bharatpur
Bharatpur, an impregnable fortified city is today famous for the
nearby Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary. Once the shooting preserve of
royalty, it is perhaps the most spectacular water-bird sanctuary in
India.
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Ranthambhore
Nestling at the foot of Aravalli Hills is Ranthambor National Park,
a famous tiger reserve under Project Tiger. Ranthambor blends
history of Rajput valour with scenic natural beauty and is an ideal
gateway for a quiet holiday.
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