The palace is a part of national heritage and a thing to be taken pride of. The carvings in stone and detailing in the palaces are just extraordinary, The city is famous for its beautiful embroidery and the gem stones.

Climate: The best months to visit Jaisalmer are between October to March. The maximum temperature during summer is 42° C and the minimum is 25° C, while in winters the maximum is 24° C and the minimum temperature is 7° C.

How to reach:
Distance: Jaisalmer is 897 km from Delhi and 638 km from Jaipur and 285 km from Jodhpur.
By Train: It is connected with the major cities through railways via Jodhpur.
By Air: The most convenient airport to approach Jaisalmer is in Jodhpur that is 285km.
By Bus: A good road service connects Jaisalmer with many destinations in and around Rajasthan. The Rang Mahal has some exquisite murals painted on arches and spandrels.

What to see and what to do:

• Jaisalmer Fort: It is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan after the palace of Chittaur. The fort has five palaces called Sarvottam Vilas, Akhai Vilas, Gaj Mahal, Rang Mahal and Moti Mahal. Jali or latticework screens of excellent craftsmanship shade interiors from the fierce heat and desert winds The Rang Mahal has some exquisite murals painted on arches and spandrels.
• The Jain Temples: Jain temples dedicated to Rishabhdevji, Sambhavanathiji and the Ashthapadi temple. Each temple is exquisitely carved. The ornamentation of the temples resembles the Dilwara temples in Mt. Abu. The emerald icon of Mahavira is an added beauty.
• Salim-Singh-ki-Haveli: The haveli is a magnificent edifice and although the upper storeys have been demolished yet the structure exudes beauty.  Rows of peacocks below the arched balconies add the grace to its beauty.
• Patwon-ki-Haveli: It is located near the city centre.It was built between 1800 and 1860 AD. They are the evidence of the architectural wealth of Jaisalmer. It is the grandest mansion with delicately chiseled balconies.
• Nathmal-ki-Haveli: Another magnificent mansion with stone carvings.
• Lodurva: The ancient capital of the Bhattis, is 16 km from Jaisalmer. Its ruins are visited for the great Jain temple and the Kalpataru, a mythical tree of wish fulfilment. Amar Sagar which is an artificial water reservoir with a temple on the bank that is a lovely place for a picnic.
• Akal Wood Fossil Park: It is a wood fossil park spread over a area of 21 hectare area and brings back the Jurassic period before you. Fossilized logs of trees trunks are exposed for view.
• Sam Sand Dunes.
• Desert Culture Centre and Museum: It has number of old coins, different textiles, traditional Rajasthani instruments and even fossils discovered in deserts on display. It’s an insight into the history of Rajasthan.
• Desert National Park.

The city mainly consists of two parts old city and the new city. The old city has a 10 km wall surrounding it with 8 gates leading to it. Jodhpur has many magnificent forts and palaces which are a delight to eyes.

Climate: The best period to visit Jodhpur is between the months of September to March. The maximum temperature during summers is about 42.2 C and the minimum remains around 27.3 C while during winters the maximum temperature is 27.5 C and the minimum is 9.5 C

How to reach:
By Train: It is connected with many major cities like Jaisalmer,Jaipur, Kota, Ahmedabad and Delhi. The railway station is located within the city itself.
By Air: The airport is located at a distance of abot 5 kms from the city towards the southern end. Regular flights from Udaipur, Jaipur and Delhi keep Jodhpur connected with air.
By Bus: Regular and frequent bus service is available from Udaipur, Jaipur, Ajmer, Jaisalmer, Ahmedabad, and Delhi.

What to see and what to do:

• Mehrangarh Fort: This is one of the finest forts of Rajasthan and is located on the top of a hill at an altitude of 125 metres.
  Jaswant Thada: This is a memorial dedicated to Maharaja Jaswant built in 1899 and has red sandstone stairs which led their way to a chessboard checked courtyard.
• Umaid Bhawan: Umaid Bhavan is one of the most beautiful and magnificent palace built by Maharaja Umaid Singh in 1928. The palace is made of beige colored sandstone and was designed by the President of British Royal Institute of Architects. The palace signifies the life of the royal family pre independence. Huge dinning rooms, ballrooms, royal furniture , crystal chandeliers, swimming pool in the basement all these add to the glory of Umaid.
• Mandore: Mandore was the capital of Marwar kingdom, long before Jodhpur came into existence. It is located at a distance of abut 9 kms from Jodhpur. Mandore is a fascinating place with beautiful temples, huge gardens, cenotaphs carved in the memory of Brave Jodhpur Maharajas, ruins and lots more. . The largest and most noteworthy cenotaph is dedicated to Maharaja Ajit Singh.
• Museum: The Jodhpur museum hoists a rich collection of armory, textiles, arts and crafts, miniature paintings, manuscripts and images of Jain Tirthankaras.
• Mahamandir Temple: It is situated on Mandore Road and is an artistic temple with 84 pillars and detailed carvings.
• Kailana Lake: It is one of the famous and popular picnic spots. It gives you a splendid view of the sunset.The lake is at a distance of 11 kms from the city.
• Balsamand Palace and Lake: It is located 7 kms from the city. The palace is embanked on serene and calm lake and served as a summer get away for the royals.
• Sardar Samand Lake: A beautiful lake situated on the countryside after a calm long drive of 55 kms from the city.
  Osian: This place is famous for its temples.The temples that stand here today were built in the 8th and 11th centuries. It is located 65 kms from Jodhpur.
• Nagaur: It is located 135 kms away from the city. The old yet beautiful fort and palace has murals of lore’s and legends. It also plays a host to the best annual cattle fair in Asia.

Declared as a wildlife sanctuary in 1957, Ranthambore National Park gained the status of a National Park in 1981 due to the “Project Tiger” initiated by the Indian govt. This national park covers an area of 400 sq Km and 500 sq km if combined with Sawai Mann Singh sanctuary.

The park is named after a huge fort in its vicinity. Not just the fort there are many other ruins within this park that remind of the bygone era.

The many water bodies in this park provide relief to the forest inhabitants. The tigers of this park hunt in the view of human visitors due to their lack of fear of human presence, thus enhancing the wildlife experience and satisfying the dream of any photographer.

The frequent tiger sightings of this sanctuary have been recorded in several places. Not just tigers, the presence of 272 species of birds has also been documented in this sanctuary, the most important among them being the Graylag Goose, Cormorants, etc to name a few. The flora of this park consists of over 300 documented species of trees with the Dhok tree forming a majority of the tree cover.

There are excellent lodging and boarding facilities as well as internal transportation facilities which makes this a tourist’s delight, The park remains open every year from October to May.

How to reach:
Sawai Madhopur is the nearest Town and as it is situated on the Delhi-Bombay Highway, it is linked with Jaipur and Agra by rail.
By Rail: It is situated 362 km from Delhi, 1027 km from Bombay, 227 km from Agra, 132 km from Jaipur and 108 km from Kota.
By Air: The nearest airports are Jaipur and Kota.
By Road: Ranthambore is 180 km from Jaipur (via Tonk) and 480 km from Delhi (via Dausa).

What to see:

• Bakaula: It is the most thickly forested regions of this park. The dense forests here provide good cover and watering holes due to which there is frequent sighting of tigresses and cubs here. Water holes and thick vegetation keep this region moist and cool due to which other animals are also frequently spotted.
• Kachida valley: It is the outskirt of this park consisting of low hills and rocky outcrops. Panthers are abundantly found here as they avoid entering the park to avoid confrontations with the dominant tigers There is also a sizable population of beers here.
• Lakarda Anantpura: It is in the North-Western and Northern regions of the park. This area has sloth bears and ant hills, which are favoured by the beers. Indian striped hyenas are also sometimes sighted.
• Malik Talao: It is the smallest lake which houses the Indian Marsh crocodiles. It is the most happening place in the entire park. Seeing a kingfisher bird hunting for small fishes is the most common sight here.
• Padam Talao: It is the largest lake of this park which has the Jogi Mahal at its edge. For those lucky enough, Chinkaras are sometimes sighted here. In the early hours as well as the late hours of the day, animal sightings are very common here.
• Rajbagh ruins: These are located between the Raj Bagh Talao and Padam Talao. Stone structures of Palace outhouses, domes and arches give a regal aura to this place. For those lucky enough the resident tigers are also sometimes spotted here.
• Rajbagh Talao: It is the most picturesque of all the lakes. This lake always has a large population of birds and animals feeding in it. The sambhar deer and the birds such as egrets are common sightings here. This is a prime area for spotting tigers due to the forest environs here and the accessibility to the water sources.
• Ranthambore Fort: This is a majestic fort atop a hill from where the entire park can be visualized. The only mode of transport to reach this fort is by walking. Tigers are commonly spotted on this route. It is a very refreshing walk but to enjoy this walk a pair of powerful binoculars and a camera is a must!!

Vultures and Serpent eagles are observed at eye level. Not only birds but many animals are also sometimes observed along the edges of the water bodies. The fort in itself offers interesting architectural and historical sights worth photographing and viewing.

Gold Palace Resort is situated on Delhi – Jaipur Express Highway NH-8 near at Kukas village. It takes only 12 minutes drive from Jaipur and 8 minutes drive from the famous Amer Fort, If you are reaching that palace from Delhi then the resort is on the left hand side before 8 miles Amer Fort.

The resort is just 26 Kms away from the International Airport. Gold palace is surrounded by the Hill of Arravali. The resort offers 24 deluxe rooms, 4deluxe suit rooms and 2 Gold suite rooms. The Gold Suite rooms are most comfortable and beautiful rooms with ethnic decor.

For Meetings and Conferences:

• The Board room: For meetings Gold place has idle place for meeting up 35 people in U shape, 65 in class room style and 80 people for general functions. Best place for partying and meeting at swimming pool side later.
• Conference Hall: In the Conference hall 100 Pax can site in U shape, 350 in class room style and 500-600 for receptions and other functions.

Facilities At The Resort:

1. Bar.
2. Coffee Shop.
3. 24 Hours room Services.
4. Currency Exchange.
5. Well equipped Business center.
6. Doctor on Call.
7. Massage facilities for Man & Women.
8. Swimming Pool.
9. Games Room.
10. Sauna and Steam Room.
11. Ample Space for Parking.
12. Games Room.
13. Nature Walk.
14. Health Club.
15. Jogging Track.
16. Yoga and Meditation Outdoor Place.
17. Billiard Room.
18. 24-Hours Front Desk and Concierge Desk.
19. State of the art Gym.

Package: Rs 10,000/- for a couple with breakfast and Dinner for 2nites/3days.

Rajasthan is a colorful state located in north western part of the Indian sub continent. Rajasthan is famous for its majestic forts, lakes, desert, camel and people dressed in bright colored costumes. This state is a major tourist destination. Rajputana now known as Rajasthan was under the rule of Rajputs for over more than 1000 years.

Rajasthan attracts tourist from all over the world mainly to the cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur for its forts and majestic palaces. Lake cities of Udaipur and Pushkar.Jaislmer and the national park of Ranthambore are among the famous places that tourists visit.

The ideal time to visit Rajasthan is between October and February.

The pushkar fair, camel festival and the desert festival are the some of the well known festivals of rajasthan which are incomplete without their traidional folk music and dance.

Rajasthan is a desert region hence the climate does not allow many crops to grow.

Dal Bati Churma, Gatta Ki Sabzi, Mangodi, Bajra Ki Roti, Mirch Pakodi are some of the delicacies that belong to Rajsathan. Some of the dishes are city specific like Mawa Kachori from Jodhpur, Malpuas from Pushkar, Rasogullas from Bikaner, Ghevar from Jaipur.

In general the food here is rich in spices and is served along with lots of masala.

Rajasthan rejoices with fun and gaiety. Women dancers wear the traditional Ghaghras which are of bright and various colors and they flare out in a blaze of movement. Ghoomar, Bhavai, Kachhi Ghodi, Chari, Kalbeliya, Gair, Kathputli  are the traditional dances that belong to Rajasthan.

Rajasthan boats of fascinating and beautiful handicrafts, art work , cravings in stone, wood, ivory, lac, silver, copper and gold, meenakari and kundan jewellery. Colorful bandhani print is yet another addition to the color of Rajasthan.

Rajasthan is indeed an inresisable tourist place. After all who can resist discovering more about the colorful Rajasthan!!

Hotels and Resorts at Rajasthan:

• Sariska Palace.
• Bharatpur Kadam Kunj Jungle Resort.

Jaipur famously known as the Pink City.It was founded by the astronomer King Sawai Jai Singh who belonged to the Kachhawaha clan. The city got its name as the pink city from its various buildings which are pink in color giving an impression of red sandstone buildings and creating an impression of the Mugal cities.

Temp:

• Winter max 27 C min 7 C.
• Summer max 46 C min 30 C.

Climate: Moderate to hot climate through out the year.

How to reach Jaipur: Distance: Jaipur is 262 kms from delhi, Agra: 230km Udaipur: 374km.

By Train: There are special trains like Shatabdi Express and Intercity express which regularly run between Delhi and Jaipur.Also it well connected with other cities like Agra, Mumbai ,Chennai, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ahmedabad.

By Air: Sanganer Airport connectes jaipur with other cities of India mainly Delhi, Mumbai,Kolkata Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur and Udaipur.

By Bus: Convenient mode of transport as regular bus service is available from Delhi

What to see and What to do:
Just about 11kms from Jaipur is the Ajmer fort built by Raja Man Singh. Jaipur boasts of  rich Rajput  architecture.

Other famous places are:

• Jaigarh Fort – a military structure belonging to the medieval period.
• Jantar Mantar – one of the 5 observatories of Raja Jai Singh.
• Hawa Mahal- built by poet king Sawai Pratap Singh.The Mahal provided position behind the delicately carved jali  and it acted as a  screen to the palace women for watching the royal processions passing through the bazaar below.
• Nahargarh Fort-  built by Raja Sawai Jain Singh.
• City Palace – Encases the cultural and tradition of Rajasthan and its architecture.

A Must Visit:

• Govind Devji Temple – A Krishna temple which attracts devotees from all over India.
• Moti Doongrari & Lakshmi Narayan Temple – A Ganesh temple at the foot of a hill and Lakshmi Narayan temple are another tourist attraction.
• Also one can shop for various handicrafts, antiques, portraits and various marble carvings.The main shopping areas are Aauhari Bazar, Bapu Bazar, Nehru Bazar, Chaura Rasta, Tripolia Bazar and M.I. Road.

Where to stay:

Choki Dhani: Chokhi Dhani has 31 Village Huts, 34 Executive Huts, The huts are spacious and well equipped with all the modern amenities.

Gold Palace: Situated in the Kukas village amidst the Aravalli hills. A perfect blend of the modern amenities  and ethnic interiors.

Alsisar Haveli: Popular heritage hotel right in the heart of the pink city Jaipur. 12 kms from airport and 2kms from the railway station.

Clarks Amer: unique blend of traditions and modern comfort. It is 10 km from the city, 18 km from the airport and 18 km from Amer Fort.

How about staying in an ethnic village resort in a state that prides itself on its cultural heritage. Well if your answer is yes, Choki Dhani, a 5 star ethnic village resort is the place for you to be. Spread over about 18 acres of land.

Festivity here at Choki Dani is an ongoing process, complimented with traditional Rajasthani cuisine as one experiences the rustic village life of colourful Rajasthan at the Choki Dani resort. There are different themes for different days. Folk dances and Puppet shows are some of the events that you can look forward to as the evening approaches to lighten your spirits.

Accomodation:

• Offers 31 village huts and 34 executive village huts that compliment the colourful Rajasthani village life.
• 8 royal suites in the Shekhavati Haveli for those wanting to indulge in the grandeur of royal life.

Special Attractions:

• Bindola – a grand dining hall with sprawling lawns that can accommodate more than 2000 people at a go.
• Mandani & Sajjan Goth – Conference halls ideal for board room meetings of more than 100 people.
• Sangri Restaurant – Serves exquisite Rajasthani food.
• Chandi Mahal Bar with a ceiling having 1,00,000 mirrors to revive the memories only observed in period films.
• Kund – To indulge yourself in swimming, jaccuzzi, sauna and steam massages.
• Recreational Room – Enjoy billiards, table tennis and chess to while away the lazy evening.
• Special traditional village welcome followed by everyday Village Fair.

Accessibiltiy:

• By Air: Jaipur is an international airport that is linked with daily flights from Delhi & Mumbai.
• By Road: 4.5 hours from Delhi on NH 8.
• By Rail: Ajmer Shatabdi from New Delhi at 6:10am reaches Jaipur at 10:40am. The same train departs from Jaipur at 5:45 pm & touches Delhi at 10:20 pm. A journey of not more than 5 hours.

It is the most popular heritage hotel right in the heart of the pink city Jaipur. It is a reconstruction of an old renowned Rajput haveli (mansion) with all the modern amenities. Puppet shows and folk dances in the central large elevated platform enthrall the children while they remind the grown ups of the grandeur of the Rajputs as they enjoy their snacks and drinks.

The spacious lobby in the haveli can be used for various purposes since it too has been opened to the public. An unforgettable experience for those wanting to have a feel of staying in a grand Rajput haveli.

Accomodation: 47 full deluxe air conditioned rooms and suites each having antique Rajasthani furnitures and exquisite Rajput paintings. Each room has attached bath tubs where hot and cold water are readily available.

Attractions/Facilities Available:

• A swimming pool that lies between a varied type of plants.
• A dining room with real gold inlay that enhances its beauty and transports you to those days of royal grandeur.
• A bar that serves all modern drinks as you relax in this grand haveli.
• “Sheesh Mahal” within the haveli which is reminiscent of the Amer fort.
• Jeep and Camel safaries too can be arranged on demand.

Accessibility:

• 12 kms from airport.
• 2 kms from the railway station.

Welcome to one of the finest and an environmentally friendly hotel in Jaipur city. Having recently been awarded the ISO 14001:2004, it is also situated in a pollution free residential area of Jaipur making it an ideal getaway for you and your family as you plan to enjoy your holidays far away from the polluting and maddening crowds.

The unique blend of modern comforts and tradition are the USP of this finest hotel in Jaipur.

Accomodation:

• It has 197 rooms and 14 pent houses.
• Each room is equipped with hot and cold water, direct dialing telephone services and multi channel T.V. as well as wi-fi connection for accessing emails.
• 24 hour room services are available too.

Attractions/Facilities Available:

• Pool side barbeque with puppet shows and folk dances for family entertainment.
• Dhola Maru – the roof top restaurant.
• Durbar – the dining hall.
• Jharokha – the 24 hour coffee shop.
• Surahi bar.
• Conference and meeting rooms having a seating capacity for upto 500 people.
• Golf course.
• Swimming Pool.
• Billiards.
• Croquet.
• Shopping Arcade.
• Safe deposit locker.
• Beauty Parlor.
• Doctor on call.
• Sight seeing tours and local excursions too can be arranged.

Accessibility:

• 2.5 kms from airport.
• 12 kms from the nearest railway station.

Ajmer was founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th century. The city is a unique mix of Hinduism and Islam. Ajmer is now synonymous with the Dargah of the sufi saint Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chisti. Ajmer lies at the base of Pushkar.

Climate: The best time to visit Ajmer is between the months of July to March.

How to reach:
By Train: Regular and frequent train service from major cities from Delhi, Mumbai and Ahmedabad connect Ajmer.
By Air: The nearest airport is at a distance of 132 kms located in Jaipur.
By Bus: Ajmer is easily accessible by road from Jaipur and Delhi.

What to see and what to do:

• Dargah of Moin-ud-din-Chisti: The tomb is located at the base of a barren hill and is known as Khawaja sharif locally. The shrine has been built with donations and contributions from various Kings and Emperors. The shrine is famous both among Hindus and Muslims equally.
• The Adhai-din-ka-jhonpra: It is located near the Dargah and is an exemplary example of Hindu and Islamic architecture.
• Taragarh Fort: This fort is located on the top of a hill, which can be reached after a further climb from Adhai-din-ka-jhopra. This fort served as a military depot during the Mughal period.
• Pushkar Fair: The Fair is held every year on the Kartik Purnima.The fair is famous for its bazaar particularly of camels. Traditional folk dancers and folk musicians add the much needed color and pomp to the fair.

Shopping In Ajmer

• Ajmer is well known for its antiques, enchanting gold and silver jewelry with ancient and contemporary designs.
• Bandhini that is tie and dye saris and materials.
• Embroidered jutis, Ittar – a variety of perfume available in small and large packs.
• Minitiature paintings and wood crafted products are also among the sought after things by the tourists.

Hotels and Resorts in Ajmer:

• Roopangarh Fort Ajmer.
• Hotel Ambassador, Ajmer.
• Hotel Chitvan, Ajmer.
• Phool Mahal Palace, Ajmer.
• Hotel Sahil, Ajmer.
• Hotel Embassy, Ajmer.
• Hotel Regency, Ajmer.
• Mansingh Palace, Ajmer.