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Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Route Map helps you know the exact route that the super luxury train follows. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels covers destinations that include Delhi, Jaipur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Bharatpur, and the city of the Taj – Agra before returning to Delhi. For Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Destinations read on ...
Delhi is the capital of India. It has a long history of more than 3000 years during when many dynasties and rulers have flourished on its soil. There are many monuments and forts that represent the glorious past of Delhi that vary from mausoleum of the Lodi Kings, built in the thirteenth century, to the buildings of British India's imperial past like the Parliament House and the Presidential Estate, constructed in the twentieth century.
Constructed by Raja Jai Singh in the 18th century, Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is also know as the Pink City. The pink color signifies hospitality in Rajput culture. Hills topped with rugged fortresses and dotted with fairy tale palaces surround Jaipur.
Formerly the capital of the princely state of Bikaner, Bikaner was founded by Rao Bika in 1486. The city is famous for its handicrafts and leather articles, for its palaces and for having Asia's biggest camel farm. Bikaner is also famous for its intricately carved Jharoka and Bikaneri Bhujia.
Founded by Maharana Udai Singh following the final sacking of Chittorgarh by the Mughal Emperor, Akbar in 1568, Udaipur is Rajasthan's city of romance. Udaipur is located in the lap of the Aravali Hills. The city is also known as the “Venice of the East”.
A typical example of Rajput pride, romance and spirit, Chittorgarh echoes with history of heroism and sacrifice. Chittorgarh has a massive hilltop fort, which depicts Rajput culture and values.
Founded by Rao Jodha in 1459, Jodhpur was the capital of the state of Marwar during the rule of the Rathor clan. Jodhpur is located right at the edge of Thar Desert. Grandeur by the sand dunes, the city is strewn with forts and palaces that were built in the fifteenth century.
Jaisalmer is a city of Rajasthan, which, it seems, rises from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage. A fort, built with yellow sandstone, stands tall with its awesome splendors and dominates the amber-city.
Founded by Maharaja Suraj Mal in 1733, Bharatpur is located in Mewat region. It was once a secure, well-fortified city, and the capital of a kingdom ruled by Jat Maharajas. Bharatpur is popular destination for Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, aka Keoladeo Ghana National Park. You can spot a number of colorful varieties of birds including the Siberian Cranes.
The ancient city of Agra was once the capital of the Mughal empire in the sixteenth and seventeenth century. The city is a symbol of a gorgeous panorama of majestic architectural creations and a rich tradition of art and culture. The quintessential Mughal City, Agra is known for one of seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal.
The route covered by the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels are shown in the route map below.
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