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Cities of Rajasthan
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The
city of Ajmer was founded in the 7th century by Raja Ajaipal Chauhan
who named it Ajaimeru or The Invincible Hill.
Close by the king built Taragarh, the very first hill fort in India.
It remained an important Chauhan stronghold till 1193, when the
Afghan Mohammed Ghori defeated the last Hindu ruler, Prithviraj
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The
city of Alwar is referred to as the gateway to the historic and
colorful state of Rajasthan, which is located in the northwestern
part of India. However, it is more than a mere gateway to the rich
cultural treasure that lies beyond: Alwar has its own heritage,
which goes back to the mythological legends of the Mahabharata.
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The
Keoladeo Ghana National Park or-as many people prefer to call it-the
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary lies between two of India's most historic
cities, Agra and Jaipur. This north Indian sanctuary is situated in
the country's northwestern state of Rajasthan, about 190 km from the
national capital of Delhi. |
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Bikaner,
situated in the northern part of Rajasthan, was founded in 1488 by a
descendant of the founder of Jodhpur named Rao Bhikaji. Like
Jaisalmer, this town was an important city on the great caravan
trade route during the medieval period. |
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The
story of Chittorgarh is a saga of valor, tenacity and sacrifice.
Chittorgarh (also Chittaurgarh) was sacked three times and its
defenders had to make the supreme sacrifice. |
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Jaipur
the capital city of the northern Indian state of Rajasthan is one of
the most vibrant and colourful cities of India. Famous for its
colourful culture, forts, palaces, and lakes the city basks in the
glory of a rich and eventful past. |
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Jaisalmer
stands tall in the desolate beauty of the desert, proudly welcoming
visitors to an enchanting world of fable, color, and history. The
view of Jaisalmer Fort, first seen from a distance of 15 km is
stunning. In the early morning the ramparts, bastions and the long
stretching walls dazzle gloriously. |
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Jaisalmer
stands tall in the desolate beauty of the desert, proudly welcoming
visitors to an enchanting world of fable, color, and history. The
view of Jaisalmer Fort, first seen from a distance of 15 km is
stunning. In the early morning the ramparts, bastions and the long
stretching walls dazzle gloriously. |
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The
town of Kota was once the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of
Bundi. It became a separate princely state in the 17th century.
Apart from the several monuments that reflect the erstwhile glory of
the town, Kota is also known for its palaces and gardens. |
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The
town of Kota was once the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of
Bundi. It became a separate princely state in the 17th century.
Apart from the several monuments that reflect the erstwhile glory of
the town, Kota is also known for its palaces and gardens. |
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Mount
Abu is one of the popular jain pilgrimage sites. The road to
paradise has never been easy and this one is no exception. Bumping
along an uneven road, hitting your head against the smooth roof of a
deluxe bus you need to close your eyes and revive the temptations of
your destination. |
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A
desert kingdom tucked away in the midst of hills, an impregnable
citadel, an impressive royal lineage stretching back 26 generations,
a do or die attitude and a fierce sense of independence characterise
Udaipur. |
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the
heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan lies the beautiful small
town Mandawa, known throughout the state for its forts and havelis.
The structures of this place reminds one of the cultural and social
hotspot this place used to be in the bygone era. |
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Barmer
is a small town, engulfed by the desert. From the literary and
epigraphical sources, it appears that the early name of the town was
?Vagbhatameru?. It is said to have been founded in the 13th century
A.D. |
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Fifty
one kilometer south of Udaipur lies JAISAMAND Lake, one of the
largest artificial lakes of the world. Fourteen kilometers in length
& nine kilometers in width, the lake has a circumference of
nearly eighty eight kilometers. |
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Kumbhalgarh
is a small fort town located some 84 km from Udaipur in the state of
Rajasthan. It is well connected to other important places in the
region by all weather roads. Generally, it is perceived that
Kumbhalgarh (also written as Kumbhalgadh) is a virtually
inaccessible 15th century fort. |
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Samode
is situated in the royal Indian state of Rajasthan around 42 km from
capital city Jaipur. This small village is famous for its haveli and
fort. Samode was one of the princely place of Jaipur. It was built
in the 19th century. |
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The
Shekhawati, known as the open-air art gallery of Rajasthan, lies in
the roughly triangular area between Delhi, Jaipur, and Bikaner, and
encompasses the districts of Jhunjhunun, Sikar, and Churu. Its
largely semi-desert, wide-open (uninhabited) spaces offer a peaceful
respite from the cities. |
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Nathdwara
is one of the prominent pilgrimage shrines of India. The name
Nathdwara means 'Gate of the Lord'. The town is situated just 48 km
north east of Udaipur in Rajasthan, on the banks of the Banas River.
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