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Built back in the 10th century, the incredible well of Chand Baori was a practical solution to the water problem in the area. The arid climate forced the locals to dig deep for a dependable water source, one that would last throughout an entire year. Chand Baori well is 30m deep, it has 13 floors an... |
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Jaisalmer has the ONLY sand desert of India. A hill of sand created by the eolien (wind related) processes, that's what Sand Dunes actually are. The Sand Dunes of Rajasthan have a compelling charm that has the capability of overshadowing the state's extremely famous forts and palaces. The ... |
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Chokni Dhani Resort literally means the "Fine Hamlet". This ethnic village resort in Jaipur is a perfect place to have a glimpse at the culture of the region. Entering the premises of Chokhi Dhani Resort which is rated amongst the Five Star Hotels in Jaipur, you would be greeted by an atmo... |
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Sheesh Mahal of the Mehrangarh Fort is a typical example of a Rajput Sheesh Mahal. It has beautiful mirror-work. It is a fine example of a typical Rajput Sheesh Mahal. The mirror-work includes large, regular pieces, rather than an intricate mosaic of tiny fragments; another thing is the superimposit... |
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Dholpur (Dhaulpur) is the administrative headquarters of Dholpur District and was formerly seat of the Dholpur princely state, before Independence. Raja Dholan Deo Tonwar was a ruler of Dholpur and most likely the name of city was changed to Dholpur after him. The Dholpur fort was built by Dharampal... |
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Located in the foothills of Nahargarh hills on the way towards Amer, Kanak Vrindavan is in a valley situated below the Nahargarh hills adjoining the Amber Fort, on Jaipur-Amber highway. Nearly 280 years back, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, liked the place as it reminded him of the mythological Vrindavan ... |
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Embraced in the Nahargarh Hills, the Nahargarh Fort of Jaipur was erected by Sawai Raja Jai Singh in 1734. Jaipur was the capital of Raja Jai Singh II and Nahargarh was an appropriate stand guard, rightly called the Tiger Fort. It offers some out-of-this-world views of the Man Sagar Lake and the cit... |
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The fort of Balunda dates back to 1570 A.D & was founded by Rao Chanda, son of Rao Viramdev of Merta and brother of the famous saint poetress Meerabai. Rao Chanda was the founder of the dynasty at Balunda which is group of 54 villages. Rao Chanda established a new town called Balunda and made hi... |
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Built during the reign of Maharawal Jawahir Singh, Mandir Palace, Jaisalmer is a 2-centuries old heritage haveli festooned by exquisite stone carvings - in fact some of the best found in Jaisalmer. A perfect blend of medieval classiness and modern amenities, Mandir Palace features as one of the fine... |
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Bikaner is a district located in the northwestern part of the State of Rajasthan in India and is surrounded by the Thar Desert. The city has immense cultural as well as historical importance and is the fourth largest city in Rajasthan. This city is also called the "Camel City" because it i... |
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The Karnimata’s temple at Deshnok, 30 km from Bikaner, is situated in the center of a beautiful courtyard, the outer boundary wall of which has been constructed like a beautifull wall fort. The boundaries are built very high with four ornamented pillars and the provision of a huge platform for th... |
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‘Devi Kund Sagar’ or the cenotaphs (chhatris) of the Royal Families in Bikaner are situated 8 km away from Bikaner on Delhi-Jaipur highway. There are numerous arched domes built in the memory of the rulers of Bikaner and their queens and children. The members of ruling family of Bikaner subseque... |
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The erstwhile home of his highness Bhairon Singhji, heritage hotel Bhairon Vilas overlooks the majestic Junagarh Fort in Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. The most attractive feature about heritage hotel Bhairon Vilas is the fact that there is a Bhairon temple located within the palace. It was found while ... |
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“Built on a hilltop 1900 metres in altitude, Kumbhalgarh fort has perimeter walls that extend 36 km in length, claimed to be the longest in the world after the Great Wall of China.” Kumbhalgarh Fort is the second most important fort of Rajasthan after Chittorgarh. Located at a distance of 64 kms... |
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Situated in the heart of the Pink City of Jaipur, the Samode Haveli is a classic reminder of the royal past. The haveli was originally built by Rawal Sheo Singhji who belonged to the Samode clan of Rajasthan. This clan claimed lineage with Prithviraj Singhji, the famous Kachhawaha ruler. Rawal Sheo ... |
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Stepwells, also called bawdi or baoli, are wells in which the water can be reached by descending a set of steps. They may be covered and protected and are often of architectural significance. It can be multi-storied also in which a bullock turns the water wheel ("Rehant") to raise the wate... |
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About four miles outside of Jaisalmer in the desert is Bara Bagh. Here, clusters of beautiful cupolaed marble cenotaphs of the maharawals of Jaisalmer sit on a small hill. A small shrine to women who have committed 'sati' here can be found within the complex. But Jouhar tombs at Jaisalmer ... |
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Jaisalmer has been dubbed the `Golden City` because of the honey colour imparted to its stone ramparts by the setting sun. Made of sand stone and locally known as Sonar Quila, the Jaisalmer Fort is a dominating structure amidst sands. The city is said to be founded by one Raja Rawal Jaisal, a Bhatti... |
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The settlements in this region consist of a collection of huts that are circular and have thatched roofs. The walls are covered with a plaster of clay, cow dung, and hay, making a termite-free (antiseptic) facade that blends in with the sand of the countryside around it.... |
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Gadisar Lake is a manmade reservoir in Jaisalmer built in the 1700s. This ghat is painstakingly modelled after the one at Benares. The lake has the Raja's personal island. This tank outside the city walls, once held the town's water supply, and befitting its importance in providing preciou... |
