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| Palace on Wheels - Jaipur |
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The first point on the Palace on Wheels tour, Jaipur is a joyous destination and an absolute must on the itinerary of any tourist to India. Experience the royal holiday at India with the best of forts and palaces around. The city in pink is symbolic of the hospitality that reigned in the Rajput culture. A heart-warming reception by the garlanding in a traditional manner by the caparisoned elephants will entice you at the onset of the trip to the city itself.
While approaching the land of the sand, forts and palaces-jaipur, the Palace of Jodha Bai/Birbal Bhawan & Panch Mahal make excellent stoppages. The trip through the wonderful city will take you to the most marvelous of forts and palaces. At the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds located at the main street of the old city the five-story building is a pink splendor with carved trelliswork. The structure meant to be a window for the royal ladies to view the activities on the street including the daily life and the processions. You will relish each moment of the royal retreat. At Jaipur you will visit one of the major attractions the Amber fort besides the Nawab Sahab ki haveli. The breathtakingly beautiful complex of the Amber Fort comprises of palaces, halls, pavilions, gardens and temples. It is astounding that it took more than two centuries for its construction. The elegance exuded by the fort is simply awesome. You may either walk or ride an elephant to unfold the magic of the fort. The ride of the majestic animal is an experience in itself.
The combination of the golden glowing sand, the festive spirit in the air and the colorful people with make your tour unforgettable. Later while on the trip to the bustling bazaars of Jaipur, you may pick up the renowned jewelry, handicrafts, carpet, handlooms and blue pottery. The entire shopping spree promises to be an exhilarating experience in the colorful city. The sizzling soveniours will add spice to the royal experience. 
Another landmark worth visiting is the abode of the erstwhile royal family, the City palace. The charming palace reveals a combination of the Rajasthan and Mughal styles of architecture. The next nearby stop will be across the road of the palace at the Jantar Mantar. This royal observatory at Jaipur is the largest of the five observatories built by Maharaja Jai Singh.
You must unravel the magic of the majestic city with the Palace on Wheels Tour. If you want to feel the magic of the royal architecture, gems, jewelry, crafts and culture of Jaipur pack your bags for the royal holiday in India and cherish the princely and priceless golden memories of the Palace on Wheels for the many years to come!
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