KOTA ( The Industrial City)

General information:

Famous as         :     The Industrial City
Location            :      South of Rajasthan (240 km from Jaipur)
Temperature    :   Summer : 42.6°C – 27.3°C,
                                  Winter- 29.7°C – 9.7°C,
                                   Rainy Season : July – mid September
                                  (very humid)
Clothing             :   Summer – Light cotton clothes,
                                 Winter – Woolens
Language          :     Rajasthani, Hindi, English
Spoken
Best Season       :   September to March
to Visit

Access:
By air                      :   No Airport of it’s own.
                                      Nearest airport is Jaipur (240 km)
By Train                :   Railway station is at the extreme northern                                       end of the town. Jaipur is 5 hours and
                                      Delhi is at 10 hours distance.
By road                  :   Well connected. Main bus station on Bundi                                       road. Good service to main cities as                                       Ajmer, Chittorgarh,Jaipur, Udaipur,
                                      Jodhpur and Bikaner.
Local                :          Taxis, Auto-Rickshaws and tongas.

Visit:
Places to see:
         Chambal Garden, Kota Barrage, Kishore Sagar,
         Govt.Museum, Maharao Madho Singh Museum,
         Kota Fort, Jag Mandir, Nahargarh Fort,
         Rock Painting of Alaniya.

Excursion :
        Darrah Wildlife Sanc. , Rana Pratap Sagar Dam,
        Fort of Bhainsrodgarh , Haveli of Devataji ,
        Haveli of Devataji , Bhanddeora Temple,
       Remains of Garhgachh , Ishwari Niwas Haveli,
       Baroli, Sitabari , Shergarh
       Remains of Shahbad and Mosque.

Others :
        Kansua temple, Bhitria Kund,
        Adhar Shila, Yatayat Park.

Shopping:
  Famous articles-
              -   Kota Doria Sari (finely weaved with cotton and
              -   silk threads), art and craft items,
              -   Potteries and stone craft, handicraft items
              -   (miniature paintings), Kota Stone

  Shopping Place
                Local Bazaars ( the Government Emporia,
                departmental store)

Fairs and Festivals:
         Dussehra Fair ( Oct-Nov)
         Gangaur (March-April)

Accomodation:
Welcome-group :
         : Hotel Umed Bhawan Palace.

Heritage hotels and resorts :
         Hotel Brijraj Bhawan Palace,.
         Sukhdham Kothi, Palkiya Haveli ,
         Bhainsrorgarh Fort Hotel,
         Brijraj Bhawan Palace.

Other :
         Hotel Navrang, Hotel Everest,
         Hotel Meghdoot, Hotel Payal,
         Hotel Surya Royal,
         Gayatri Hotel,
         Khajanchi Hotel,
         Hotel Phul Plaza.

RTDC :
         Chambal Hotel, Payal Hotel,
         Hotel Vrandavan, Madras Hotel
         Hotel Panihari, Palace View Garden.

Restaurants :
         Hotel Phul Plaza : Vegetarian restaurant
         Flavour Restaurant ( Indian, continental, fast food),
         Barkha Restaurant,
         Treat Restaurant,
         Eatos Restaurant.

JAISALMER ( The Golden City )

General information:

Famous as         :   The Land of Sand, The Golden City
Location            :   West Rajasthan ( 26.92° N and 70.9°E) near the
                                 border of India and Pakistan 285 km from
                                 Jodhpur
Temperature    :  Summer -25°C – 45.6°C,
                                 Winter- 23.6° C- 4.9°C ,
                                 Rainy Season – very humid (July-                                  mid September) , 15 cm per year
Clothing             :  Summer – Light cotton clothes,
                                 Winter – Woolens
Language          :   Rajasthani, Hindi, English
Spoken
Best Season       :   October to February
to Visit

Access:
By air                      :   Connected by air to Aurangabad (via Jodhpur
                                     and Jaipur)
By Train                :   Connected by train service to Jodhpur and
                                     Delhi
By road                  :   Jaisalmer is well connected by road with major
                                     cities of India (as Jodhpur, Jaipur, Bikaner,
                                     Barmer, Anhmedabad etc.)
Private companies also operate the tour through road.

Visit:
Places to see:
         Sonar Killa famous as Golden Fort (Jaisalmer Fort),
        Tazia Tower, Jain Temples,
         Rishabdevji temple, Gyan Bhandar(Library), Manak
        chowk, Havelies, Patwon Ki Haveli, Gadsisar Lake,
         Museums (Government museum and folk museum)
         Ramdevra, Pokaran, Barmer.

Excursion:
        Badabag (Garden), Amar Sagar, Khuri Sand Dunes, Lodurva
             Wood Fossil Park
        Kuldhara - Here the remains of hundreds of year old town
                           could be seen.
        Sam Sand Dunes – The sunset and Camal Safari are special
                                    features
        Sudhasari – It’s a Desert National Park where the wild life                            including famous Great Indian Bustard
                           can be seen.
        Akal Wood Fossils Park - about 180 years old wood fossils.


Shopping:
  Famous articles-
              -   Silver Jewellery, Rajasthani mirror work, hand woven
                  blankets/shawls,
              -   antique articles, oil lamps,
              -   Embroidery work, traditional rugs.
  Shopping Places
                Sadar Bazar, Manak Chowk, Sonaron Ka Bass,
                Rajasthani Government shop, Khadi Gramuddyog,
               Moti Seema Gram,

Fairs and Festivals:
Desert Festival -(late January – Mid February according to
                         lunar calender)

This festival is the major attraction of Jaisalmer. Tourists from all over the world are lured towards the golden city to enjoy this colourful spectacle of music and festivity. The desert city rejoices along with the Rhythmic dances-Ghoomar, Gangaur, Gair Dhap, Moria, Chari,Terahtal. This festival coincides with the full moon in February. The grand finale is a trip to Sam Sand Dunes where one can enjoy the music and dance performances on the dunes.
               Special ‘Tourist Village’ is set up at this time by the Rajasthan Tourist Development.

    -: Gangaur ( March- April)

Accomodation:

Resort :       Rajwansh Resorts

Luxury :
         Gorband palace Sam Road
         Heritage Inn. Sam Road
         Narayan Niwas , Himmat Garh Palace Hotel,
         Deoki Niwas, Fort Rajawada
         Hotel Rang Mahal,
         Hotel Mahadev Palace.
         Jawahar Niwas Palace (Bada Bagh Road)

Moderate :
         Hotel Rawat Kot,
         Hotel Nachana Haveli.
         Hotel Mandir Palace,.
         Narayan Niwas Palace Hotel

Budget :
         Hotel Dhola Maru, Hotel Sona,
         Gangaur, Hotel Deoki Niwas Palace
         Rawal, Hotel Jaisal Castle, Rd
         Hotel Panihari, Swastika.

RTDC Hotels :

         Moomal Tourist Bungalow,
         Moomal Tourist Bungalow,
         Godawan Midwa (Pokaran)

Restaurants :
         Bikaner(Only Veg.)
         Chandan Shri(Veg.)
         Natraj(Veg.)
         Kalpana ( Veg. & Non Veg.)
         Sky Room ( Veg. Non Veg.)
         Top Deck ( Veg & Non Veg)

Recreation:
Camel Safari/ Desert Trekking:
       Camels are available for short joy rides at Sand dunes.
        Camel Safari and desert trekking (1-10 days) programs
        are also organized by travel agents.

Jaisalmer is the world famous city of Rajasthan. A number of tourists arrive here every year to view the golden beauty. Jaisalmer still retains the medieval mystic and charm; the narrow bazaar lanes offer a unique shopping experience.

JODHPUR - The Sun City

General information:
Founded by      :   Rao Jodha (1459)
Famous as         :   The Blue City , The Sun City
Location            :   Western Rajasthan (26.29°N and 73.03°E)
Temperature    :  Summer -36.6°C - 42.2°C,
                                 Winter- 15.5°C - 27.5°,
                                 Rainy Season – very humid (July –
                                 September)
Clothing             :  Summer – Light cotton clothes,
                                 Winter – Woolens
Language          :   Rajasthani, Hindi, English
Spoken
Best Season       :   October to March
to Visit

Access:
By air                      :   Connected with Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur &
                                     Udaipur
By Train                :   Well connected with main cities (as Delhi,
                                      Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata) of India.
By road                  :   Well connected with Major cities (as Agra,
                                     Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Delhi, Jaipur, Jaisalmer,                                       Udaipur) of India.
Local                :   Taxis, Auto-Rickshaws and tongas.
Transport

Visit:
Places to see:
         Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace,
         Girdikot & Sardarpura Market,
         Kailana Lake (8 km west of Jodhpur),
         Machiya Safari Park, Balsamand Lake,
         Sarder Samand Lake, Public Park, Zoo, Museum.
         Mandore Garden (former capital of Maharajas of Marwar)

Forest Area:      Dhawa-Doli

Worship:
        Kunj-Behari, Achal Nathji, Ganesh temple,
        Panchmukha Hanumanji Temple, Bheru Bag,
        Jain temple, Chamunda temple (Inside fort),
        Gurudwara, Ek Minar, Masjid, St. Patrick’s Church

Excursion:
        Nakoda, Phalodi-Khichan
        Osian Temple, Pali, Sojat

Shopping:
  Famous articles-
              -  Jodhpuri coat (world famous), Jodhpuri Footwear
              -  (mojaris),
              -   Embroided mojaris (footwear), Mathaniya’s Red Chilli,
              -   Bandhani and Lehariya (hand-dyed) fabrics, Rajasthani
              -   dresses, Yardages for turbans
Antique Items   -   furniture, chest, windows, doors, cabinets,
        carved lintels, sculptures, old pictures and many more.

  Shopping Place
                Station Road, Nai Sarak, Sojati gate, Tripolia Bazar,
               Sarafa Bazar, Lakhera Bazar, Kapra Bazar,
               Moti Chowk, Sardarpura, Clock Tower.
  Famous eatables-
               Spicy Mirchi Bada, Shahi Samosa, Mawa Kachori,
                Panchkuta, sweets and many more.

Fairs and Festivals:
        Gangaur(March-April)
         Teej (July- Aug), Makar Sankranti,
         Nag Panchmi Fair (Aug- Sept)
         Nagaur fair, Marwar festival,
         Jodhpur International Desert Kite Festival.

Accomodation:
Luxury :
         Umaid Bhawan Palace,
         The Umaid, Banar Road
         The Abhay Day’s(Paota )
         Apex International (Sardarpura )
         Quality Inn Chandra (Panch Batti)
         City Palace (Nai Sarak)
         Rajputana Palace (Airport Road)
         Beniwal Palace(Circuit House Road).

Heritage hotels and resorts :
         Ajit Bhawan Palace, Circuit House Rd.
         Balsamand Palace, Balsamand
         Karni Bhawan, Defence Lab Rd.
         Ran Banka, Circuit House Rd.

Moderate :
         RTDC Ghoomer, High court Rd.
         Hotel Akshay, Rai Ka Bag
         Amenity Inter Continental,Airforce Rd
         Durjan Niwas, Jodhana,Marudhar,
         Priya Hotel, Pokar Hotel,
         Hotel Arun (Sojati Gate),
         Rawat (Garden View, Public Park).
         Regent(Residency Rd)
         Sandhu Palace (Circuit House Rd.),
         Sita Palace (Nr. Jodhpur Hospital).

Budget :
         Hotel Arun, Sojati Gate,
         Bachchan Niwas, City View, Galaxy,
         Suncity Youth Hostel, Circuit House.

Restaurants :
         Gypsy (Sardarpura)
         Jodhpur coffee House(Highcourt Rd.)
         Lake View (Near Kailana)
         Priya (Nai Sarak)
         Mangalam, On the Rocks,
         Sukh Sagar,
         Tandoori Nights, (Ajeet Colony)
         Janta Sweet Home (Jalori – Gate),

Jodhpur is famous all over the world for its warm and welcoming attiude of the people. The fabrics (bandhani) and the handicraft items of the city have got the international fame due to the beautiful look. As in the interior of the city most the houses are coloured in blue so Jodhpur is known as 'The Blue City' also.

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JAIPUR (Capital of Rajasthan)

General information:
Founder of the city : Sawai Jai Singh Ji (1727)
Well- Known as : Pink City (first planned city of India)
Location : North – East of Rajasthan, about 255 km from Delhi
Climate : Summer : .45°C (Max) - 25° C (min.)
Winter : 22 °C (Max) - 8° C (min.)
Rainfall : 64 cm (July – Mid Sept)
Clothing : Summer : Light cotton.
Winter : Woolens
Languages Spoken : Hindi, English, Rajasthani (Jaipuri)
Best season : September – March
To Visit
Access -
By air : Jaipur airport is 15 Km from city and is connected to through regular flights from all
Major Indian Cities.
By road : Jaipur is well connected by road. A network of comfortable tourist buses connect Jaipur with many important towns
By rail : Jaipur is well connected by rail with important cities of the country
Shopping -
Famous Articles : Precious & semi-precious stones
Grimacing Puppets, Handicraft items,
Highly glazed enamel work, blue pottery & paintings
Major shopping : Johari Bazar (for gems, jewellery & metals wire and colorful Indian saris)
Bapu bazaar (for textiles, perfumes & leather ware)
M.I. Road (for Emporium, Boutiques & Jewellery shops)
Tripolia Bazar ( for textile, utensils, ironware, brassware, carpets, rugs, furniture, trinkets etc.)
Jawaharlal Nehru Road (for plants, woolens and beautiful objects made of clay, Handicraft)
Accommodation : Jai Mahal Palace, Jacob Rd. Civil lines
Five Star Deluxe : Rajputana Palace Sheraton, Palace Road
Rambagh Palace, Bhawani Singh Road
Rajvilas(oberoi), Goner Road
Five Star : Clerk Amer, Holiday Inn, Jaipur Palace, Mansingh &
Tower
Heritage : Chokhi Dhani Village Resorts, Diggi Palace
Khasa Kothi, Laxmi Niwas Palace, Diggi Palace
Samode Haveli
4 STAR : Jaipur Ashok, Meru Palace
3 STAR : Hawa Mahal, Kanchandeep
LMB- Johari Bazar
Great Value Kohinoor, Nr. Bus Stand
2 STAR : Jai Mangal Palace, Broadway, Khetri House,
Sweet Dream
RTDC & RSNC
Units : Gangaur, Teej, Jheel Tourist Village
Durga Cafetaria, Swagatam- Near Rly Station
STANDARD : Aditya Hotel, 2 Bhawani Singh Road
Golden Inn, Nr. Sindhi Camp M.I. Road
Maharani Palace, Station Road
Maurya Palace Arvind Marg M.I.Road
Natraj, Moti Lal Atal Road
Laxmivilas Sawai Ramsingh Road
OTHERS : Achrol Kothi, Jaipur Green, Swagat, Vikram, Pinkcity
Polo Victory, Imperial.
Conducted tours
& Guide Service : Rajasthan Tourism Development Corportation
Conducts daily local sight seeing tour, the tour
Starts from Tourist information Bureau, Jaipur
Railway station and the pick up points is Hotel
Gangaur, Hotel Teej and Tourist Hotel
Travel Agents : Amber Tours at Rambagh Palace,
Aravali Safari & Tours, opp Rajputana
Palace Sheraton
Jetair Tours, M.I.RoaD
Rajasthan Toura, Rambagh Palace
Sita World Travels Station Road
Tourist Guide Service Private Ltd.
Travel Corporation of India, Gopal Bari
Tourist Information Office:
Tourist Reception Centre, Govt,Hostel M,.I.Road
Tourist Information Bureau, Amber
Information Centre, Ram Singh Road
RTDC Nr. Rly Station
Eating Out Annapurna Nr. Panchbatti
Natraj , M.I. Road
Niros, M.I. Road
Pizza Hut, Ganpati Plaza M.I. Road
Suvarna Mahal, Rambagh Palace
Ming, Hotel Gangaur Nera AIR
McDonald’s Gaurav Twrs, Malviya Nagar
Gaurbandh, Hotel Gangaur Nr. AIR.
Places to See :
City Palace Complex
Jantar Mantar, Swargasuli or lsar lat,
Ram Niwas Garden, Govt.Central Museum (Albert Hall)
Ravinder Manch, Dolls Museum, Jawahar Circle,
Jawahar Kala Kendra, Shilpgram or Craft Village,
Statue circle, Birla Planetarium, Auditorium &
Convention Centre, Galtaji, Birla Mandir,
Ganesh Mandir, Moti Doongri, Haharani Ki Chhatri,
Gaitorm, Kanak Vrindavan arden Complex,
Sisodia Rani Garden, Jal Mahal , Ramgarh Lake.
Excursion:
Karauli
Ranthambore National Park
Ramgarh Lake, Sambhar, Sanganer,
Sariska National Park
Tonk
Fair & Festivals Gangaur (March- April)
Teej (July- Aug)
Elephant Festival (March- April)
Dussehra (Sept- Oct)
Kite Festival (14 January)
Jaipur the Pink City of India is the land of Superlatives where breathtaking beauty and rich art and culture blend superbly. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan

Bikaner (The Desert Bastion of Culture & Camels)

General information -
Founder : Rao Bhikaji (1488 AD)
Famous as : The Desert Bastion of Culture & Camels
Location : North Indian State of Rajasthan
Temperature : Summer : 41.8° C
Winter : 23.2 °C
Rainfall : 44 cm
Clothing : Summer : Light tropical or cotton
Winter : Woolen
Languages spoken : Hindi, Rajasthani, English
Best season : October to March
to visit
Access -
By Air : Nearest airport, Jodhpur
By Rail : Well connected With Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur
By road : Regular bus services are available from main cities as Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Ajmer, Jaipur,
Udaipur, Agra, Delhi.
Camel Safari : Desert Tours
Rajasthan Safaris & Treks
Vino Desert Safari
Camel man, Jaipur Road
Shopping -
Area : Bikaner is famous for wollen items
Kote gate KEM Road
Trust shop at Junagarh Fort
Articles : Bikaneri Bhujia and sweets like Rasgulla are famous
Places to see :
Junagarh Fort
Lalgarh, Rajasthan State Archives,
Ganga Govt. Museum
Bhandeshwar Jain Temple, Havelis, Devi Kund,
Camel Research Farm, Deshnok, Kolayatji (This ancient pilgrim Centre), Kalibanga (The ancient discovery, river Valleys like Nile), Fort Museum, Gajner Palace,
Shri Sadul Museum, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary, Camel research and Breeding Farm
Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh
Fair & Festivals :
Gangaur (March/April), Camel Festival (Jan.)
Karni Mata Fair, Desghnoke (April, May)
Kapil Muni Fair, Kolayat (November)
Accommodation -
Heritage\Palace : Basant Vihar, Sriganganagar Rd.
Bhanwar Niwas (Rampuria St.)
Gajner Bhawan Palace
Karani Palace
Laigarh Palace
Standard : RTDC Dhola Maru
Joshi, Station Road
Sagar
Moderate : Palace View, Sri Ram, Kishana Palace (Gajner Rd.)
Jaswant Bhawan, Marudhar, Bharat Niwas, Bikaner,
Budget : Amit Station Road, Deluxe (Station Rd)
Evergreen, Indra lodge Shanti Niwas(Near Rly.St.,)
Best Activity : Camel Ride
Nearby Tourist : Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Jaipur
Places

The Luxurious Lake Palace (UDAIPUR)

Explore the royal wonder of Udaipur in the form of the Luxurious Lake palace. It is one of the most beautiful palaces in the world. The palace is famous by the name of Jag Niwas. This white palace set in the turquoise waters of Lake Pichola and surrounded by hills is famous as one of the most romantic places. It provides an awe inspiring view. It was built by Maharana Jagat Singhji II, in 1754 and named after its founder’s name. The magnificent palace is a marvel in stone and is the fine example of the Mughal- Rajput architecture. This cool heaven was used as a summer resort by the successive rulers but now it has been converted into a luxury hotel and provides the world class amenities.
This luxurious palace explores the architectural beauty with carved columns, pillared terraces, and beautiful courtyard. Fountains, swimming pool, internet facility, Fitness center, delicious mouth watering cuisine and service etc in addition to other exceptional facilities are provided here. This hotel is easily reachable from the airport and is open throughout the year. Visitors can feel and enjoy the beauty of heavenly view while visiting this palace. Rooms here are decorated with paintings, crystal work, painted mirrors and inland stones of pink and green lotus leaves. It gives an impression of being a magical palace when is image is seen in the water of the Pichola Lake.

UDAIPUR (The city of Lakes)

General information -
Location : Southern of Rajasthan, New Delhi (670 km), Jaipur (420 km)
Known for : the beautiful lakes
Weather -
Summer : 39°C- 28° C
Winter : 28°°C- 8°C
Rainfall : Normal (July- Mid September), very humid

Wear-
Summer : Light tropical
Winter : Light Woollen
Access:
Airport Dabok : Well connected to major cities as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata,
(25 Kms.) Jaipur, Jodhpur.
Roads : well connected (deluxe and air conditioned buses) to major cities
Train : well connected with major cities
Taxi service : available
Best time to visit : September –March
Places to See:
City Palace, Lake Pichola, Jag Mahal, Jagdish Temple, Pratap Memorial, Fateh Sagar, GulabBag, Sajjangarh, Shilpgram, Haldighati Rajsamand Lake, Jaisamand Lake, Rishabhdeoji, Raisamand Wildlife Sanctuary, Kumbhalgarh Fort ( Sanctuary), Rankapur( Sadri, Desuri, Ghanerao), Nagada, Nathdwara.
Shopping areas : Chetak Circle, Bapu Bazar,
City Market, Hati Pol, Lake Palace Rd.
Accomodation : Lake Palace, (Pichola)
Heritage : JagNiwas, Laxmi Vilas, Shiv Niwas, Rang Niwas palace,
Caravanseral, Feteh Prakesh Palace
Others : Ajanta, Anand,Apsara, Badi Haveli,Chetna,
City Centre, Gangaur Palace, Mayur, Paras,
Padmini, Moti Mahal, Radhika, Payal,
Paras, Mewar GH, Rajdeep, Samrat, VIP
Paying Guest Accommodation is also available in the city.

Restaurants : Chetak (chetak Circle)
Chirag (Gulag Bag Rd.)
Gangaur ( Chetak Circle) Kwality,
Park View (Town Hall Rd.)
Fair & : Gangaur ( March-April)
Festivals Teej (July-Aug.)
Mewar Festival (March-April)