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Ajmer
Ajmer is a popular pilgrimage centre for the Hindus as well as Muslims.
Especially famous is the Dargah Sharif-tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja
Moinuddin Chisti, which is equally revered by the
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Dargah has a secular appeal and revered by people of all sect. Khwaja
Moin-ud-din Chisti, a Sufi
saint from Persia made this place his abode from 1192 till he died in 1236
AD. Mughal King Humayun
completed the construction of the shrine. The Dargah is approached through a
massive gate with
silver doors built in several stages. Emperor Akbar made an annual
pilgrimage to Ajmer.
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Shekhawati
The towns of Shekhawati are eminent for their amazing painted havelis. Such
is the appeal of the havelis that this region is dubbed as "open art gallery
of Rajasthan". The plethora of painted Havelis in rich artistic
tradition makes it commendable and fascinating. Most of the buildings are
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The Shekhawati landscape is dotted with
so many havelis that tracking them is something like a treasure hunt.
Various forms of fine art adorn the
walls and the ceilings of these structures, complimenting the otherwise flat
and barren land. The havelis are noted for their frescos depicting
mythological themes and that of huge animals. Some later day frescos shows
the arrival of the British and highlighting steam locomotives and train
doubtlessly for the benefit of those members of the household who did not
travel to distance places by train or see this newly introduced mode of
transport.
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Sariska
This park is situated 107 kms from Jaipur. It covers an area of 800 sq km in
total, with a core area of approximately 500 sq km. The Northern Aravali
Hills dominate the skyline with their mixture of sharp cliffs and long
narrow valleys. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955 and became a
National Park in 1979. |
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The landscape of Sariska comprises of hills and narrow valleys of the
Aravali hill range. The
broad range of wildlife here is a wonderful example of ecological adoption
and tolerance, for the
climate here is variable as well as erratic.
Pavilions and Temples within Sariska are ruins that hint at past riches and
glory. The nearby
Kankwadi Fort has a long and turbulent history.
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Tonk
Tonk is a small town, located at a distance of 96 kms from Jaipur. Tonk is
popular among tourists for its magnificent mosques, mansions and havelis. In
the ancient times, Tonk was ruled by the tribes of 'Pathans' from
Afghanistan. The old town boasts of the architecture prevalent in Mughal
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The highlight of Tonk is the Sunehri Kothi, the Golden Mansion.
The exteriors of Golden Mansion, is like any other ordinary monument, but
inside, the fort is
stunning with lavish interiors. The walls of the mansion are golden
polished. The mansion has a
big hall, which is known as 'Shishmahal'. The walls of the hall are
decorated with glass work,
flower paintings, mother-of-pearl and the exquisite work of 'Pachhikari' & 'Meenakari'.
The Golden Mansion is declared to be a Historical Place, by the Government
of Rajasthan.
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Samode
Samode is a great place of tourist interest, located at a distance of 42kms
from Jaipur, on the way to Shekhawati in Rajasthan. Samode is renowned for
its stunning havelis and forts. Samode is a place of immense interest for
people who value heritage and local arts. |
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Out of all other, Samode Palace captures the attention of people with its
magnificent architecture.
The Samode Palace is about four hundred years old. The present form of the
Palace is
the outcome of much restoration work. This old Palace is now converted in a
Heritage Hotel after
making several additions to it. The interiors of the Palace are harmonized
with warm colored
walls, delicate marble work, colorful patterns and traditional art objects.
The Durbar Hall is the
highlight of this Palaceshowcasing mirror work and enamel work of "Minakari".
Samode Fort is the other attraction, which lies above Samode Palace on the
hill. The Royal Fort
exhibits luxury, elegance, taste and sophistication worthy of the former
Prime Ministers of the
Jaipur Royal Court. |
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