Rajasthan is the land of kings and their great palaces; of great warriors and their chivalry, romance, glory and tragedy in fairy tale proportions.
Amazing legends of heroism and romance still resound from its equally amazing architecture that still stands to narrate its tale of a bygone era. The magic of Rajasthan is unequaled in the world for its heritage, culture, safaris, sand dunes and lush green forests with its wildlife. Rajasthan is often expressed as huge open-air museum with relics so well preserved for the travellers and the curious of the day. It is action-packed with outdoors too; take a safari on horses, camels, elephants or even jeeps with the Aravalis - India's oldest mountain range in the backdrop, or caress your eyes on the sloppy sand dunes, or trail a tiger or just watch birds on wetland. Or you can choose to pamper yourself in the lavish heritage properties. Rajasthan has something for everyone, just make your choice for a Royal Escape.
The Royal Escape takes you through :
Udaipur Better known as the 'city of lakes'. One of the most romantic places in India, it is situated around the shimmering clear blue water lakes, which whisper the mood of a bygone era. The city also has beautiful palaces the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appears to rise as if from the blue waters of the lake Pichola. Must see is Eklingji, a temple dedicated to the diety of the rulers of Mewar and Nagda, one of the most ancient places in Mewar, having temples dating from the 11th century.
Ranakpur is located in the mountain ranges of Pali district and is reached after pasSIGN lush green valleys and streams, such heart capturing views that they drive away any fatigue of the journey. Ranakpur has a famous Jain temple, nestled in a lovely glen. The Ranakpur Jain Temple was built during the reign of the liberal and gifted monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. An enormous basement covers 48,000 sq. feet area.
Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. The massive 15th century Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, while the graceful palaces, forts and temples strewn throughout the city bring alive the historic grandeur, exquisite handicrafts, folk dances, music and the brightly attired people lend a romantic aura to the city.
Samode The Palace here is by far the best you could ever experience. It still maintains an immutable majestic presence and is a touching reminder of the vision of its creators. Afternoon walk to the Samode Bagh. An actual Oasis in the Desert you can see flowers of all kind in full bloom and the greenery is amazing.
Apart from the above, the Royal Escape also covers Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri and Agra.