Mandawa is a town located in the district of Jhunjhunu, a part of the Shekhawati region. Situated at a distance of 190 km from the state capital of Jaipur, the town of Mandawa is known for its fort and Havelis.

History

The city of Mandawa was once the Thikana of the Bhojraj Ji Kasubsub clan of Shekhawat Rajputs in the 18th century. It is believed that the village of Mandawa was founded by Mandu Jat, who established the village and firstly dug up a well at the place which was completed on Savan Badi 5 Samvat 1797 around 1740. Initially, the place was known as ‘Mandu Ki Dhani’, ‘Mandu Ka Bas’ or ‘Manduwas’ which became ‘Mandawa’, ‘Mandwa’ and finally got its current name ‘Mandawa’.

Located at the center of the region of Shekhawati, Mandawa was an important trading outpost for the caravans from China and the Middle East. In 1755, the Rajput ruler of Nahargarh and Mandawa – Thakur Nawal Singh constructed a fort to protect the outpost. Soon, the outpost attracted a lot of traders who settled here.

Altitude:	316 mtrs.
Best Season:	The best time to visit Mandawa is during the winter season from the months of October to March.
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 45°’C Mean Min. 32°’C Winter: Mean Max. 28°’C Mean Min. 5°’C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Mandawa
Delhi 243 Kms	Agra 416 Kms	Ajmer 245 Kms
Alwar 207 Kms	Bharatpur 362 Kms	Jaipur 169 Kms
Jaisalmer 523 Kms	Jodhpur 351 Kms	Mt. Abu 599 Kms
Ranthambhore 334 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Jhunjhunwala Haveli: Built in the year 1859, the Jhunjhunwala Haveli is one of the most famous attractions of Mandawa. The haveli is made using traditional Rajasthani art featuring latticed windows and beautiful wooden doors. The haveli is visited by numerous art lovers, which offers them a glimpse into the style of architecture that prevailed during the Rajputana era.

Goenka Double Haveli: The Goenka Double Haveli was built in the 18th century by the Rajput Merchants. Decorated employing the Indian and European style, the haveli features paintings of camels and horses, Cings, motifs as well as paintings of European men wearing hats. The Goenka Double Haveli has established itself as one of the most illustrious attractions of Mandawa.

Goenka Chattri: The Goenka Chattri is an open art gallery cum monument which was constructed in the 18th century. The monument was named after the Goenkas, who lived at the mansion once. Spacious and magnificent, the mansion features arched doorways, walls adorned with paintings, and frescoes. The haveli also comprises many paintings of Lord Krishna, depicting the faith of the people of those times in the Lord.

Thakurji Temple: The Thakur Ji temple is a Lord Krishna temple worshipped as one of the most famous religious shrines in Mandawa. The temple is a beautiful infusion of art and spirituality and even scenes from depicts Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. The western end of the temple comprises staircase, and chattris featuring paintings and ornamental corners.

Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli: A magnificent architectural wonder, the Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli is one of the most famous attractions of Mandawa. One of the palatial mansions, the Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli is appreciated for its vintage charm and amazing ambiance.

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport to Mandawa is the Jaipur Airport, at a distance of 168 km.

By Rail: The nearest railhead to Mandawa is at Jhunjhunu.

By Road: Mandawa is well connected to Jaipur, Bikaner, and Udaipur via an active road network.

Situated along the banks of the River Chambal, Kota is one of the main cities of the state of Rajasthan. The city is popularly known as the trade center of millet, wheat, rice, pulses, coriander, and oilseeds. Moreover, the city is also famous for industries including cotton and oilseed milling, distilling, textile weaving, dairying, manufacture of metal handcrafts, chemicals, fertilizers, and engineering equipment. Moreover, the city is also home to the army headquarters. The city is also appreciated for its impressive forts, splendid temples, and opulent palaces.

History

The city of Kota was formed by Rao Madho Singh. Rattan Singh, the father of Madho Singh gave a large part of Bundi to his son, after the latter proved his skills at war. The region was later named as Kota. Much of the credit to the historic enrichment of the city of Kota goes to Maharao Bhim Singh, who created Mansabs of five thousand at the place.

Altitude:	271 mtrs.
Best Season:	September to March is the best time to visit Kota.
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 45°’C Mean Min. 32°’C Winter: Mean Max. 31°’C Mean Min. 14°’C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Kota
Delhi 513 Kms.	Agra 459 Kms.	Ajmer 209 Kms.
Alwar 381 Kms.	Bharatpur 405 Kms.	Jaipur 252 Kms.
Jaisalmer 667 Kms.	Jodhpur 389 Kms.	Mt. Abu 439 Kms
Ranthambhore 144 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

City Fort Palace: Located on the edges of the Chambal River, the City Fort palace is the largest fort complexes of the state. The Hathi Pol, or Elephant Gate, is the main entrance to the palace, which was constructed during the 17th century. The impressive structure comprises rugged walls and bastions decorated with handrails and domes, showcasing the interest and majesty of the king that reigned during those times.

Government Museum: The Government Museum is situated within the Brij Vilas Palace, in close proximity with the Kishore Sagar Lake. The museum houses a great collection of old coins, ancient Hadotio sculptures, manuscripts, etc. The most exceptional statue here is the one brought from Baroli. The museum houses statues and sculptures dating back to the 4th century, along with some costumes, and handicrafts.

Chambal Garden: The Chambal Garden situated on the banks of the River Chambal is a famous attraction in Kota. The lake situated at the center of the garden is home to gharials. A suspension bridge is built over the pond or visitors can also hire a boat to catch a glimpse of the reptiles. The garden also comprises a toy train, which gives a complete tour of the entire garden to its visitors.

Taragarh Fort: Popularly known as the ‘Star Fort’, the Taragarh Fort was constructed during the 1354 AD. The fort is one of the most illustrious and beautiful attractions of Kota. Located atop a hillside, the fort comprises three water tanks built employing an advanced construction method, owing to which it never dries up.

How to Reach

By Air: The Jaipur airport is the nearest airport to Kota, situated at a distance of 236 km from the city.

By Rail: The Kota railway station falls on the Delhi-Mumbai route and is the nearest railway station to Kota.

By Road: Kota is well connected to cities like Udaipur, Ajmer, Bikaner, and Jaipur via a well-built road network.

The village of Khimsar is located on the Jodhpur-Nagaur-Bikaner Highway. Located at a distance of 92 km from the district headquarter of Nagaur, Khimsar is known for its magnificent forts, palaces, temples, and magnificent architectural wonders.

Altitude:	286 mtrs.
Best Season:	The best time to visit the village of Khimsar is during the month of Octobers to March by the native and foreign tourist. The summer is very hot so those who can bear those heat conditions can visit this Thar Desert region. It is to be noted that the rainy season occurs during the month of June to September. Those who like rainy season can venture to this region in these months. According to the Rajasthan tourism department, Khimsar can be visited throughout the year by the native and foreign tourist.
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 42.2°’C Mean Min. 27.3°’C Winter: Mean Max. 27.5°’C Mean Min. 9.5°’C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Khimsar
Delhi 513 Kms.	Agra 529 Kms.	Ajmer 185 Kms.
Alwar 415 Kms.	Bharatpur 476 Kms.	Jaipur 289 Kms.
Jaisalmer 289 Kms.	Jodhpur 98 Kms.	Mt. Abu 365 Kms
Ranthambhore 447 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Khimsar Fort: The Khimsar Fort was constructed by the 8th son of Rao Jodhaji (the founder of the Jodhpur) – Rao Karamsiji, in the 16th century. The yellow-colored fort made in the Rajputana style of architecture is one of the most famous attractions of Khimsar, located at the edge of the Thar Desert.

Sand Dunes Village: The Sand Dunes Village located at a distance of 6 km from the Khimsar Fort. A popular heritage hotel, the sand dunes village is surrounded by artificial sand dunes, which offer the most exhilarating experience to its visitors. Accessible via a jeep, camel or horseback, the sand dunes village offers the tranquility of the Thar Desert before its visitors. Moreover, the mini-lake situated in the middle of the dunes gives the exact glimpse of a mirage.

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport to Khimsar is the Jodhpur airport located at a distance of 90 km from Khimsar.

By Rail: The Nagaur railway station (40 Kms) and Jodhpur Railway station (90 Kms) are the two nearest railway stations to Khimsar.

By Road: Khimsar is situated on the Jodhpur-Nagaur-Bikaner Highway on the NH65.

Located to the southeastern side of Rajasthan, the city of Bundi is known for its decorative mansions, magnificent palaces, and step wells. The origin of the city dates back to the 1193 AD to the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan. The city of Bundi is also described in some of the chapters by Rudyard Kipling.

History

Bundi was inhabited by numerous tribes, out of which the Parihar Meenas were the most noted ones. The city itself got its name from one of the Meenas, Bunda Meena. In the initial days, Bundi was also known as ‘Bunda-Ka-Nal’. In 1342, Rao Deva Hada won Bundi, made it the capital and named it as Haravati or Hadoti. It was under the reign of the HADA Rajputs that many magnificent forts and architectural wonders were constructed in Bundi. One of the HADA kings- Rao Surjan Hada defeated the Mughal army 13 times and stopped them from gaining control of the Ranthambore fort. Later, the Mughal emperor made an alliance with the Hada king.

From 1554-1585, hadoti was under the reign of Rao Surjan. It was in 1533 that Rao Surjan gifted the Ranthambore Fort to Akbar, who in turn gave the HADA King Gave the title ‘Rao Raja’ and gave him some additional territory. Later, when Emperor Jahangir was cheated by Mughal Prince Khurram, the then HADA king Rao Ratan Singh Hada stayed loyal to Jahangir, and defeated Prince Khurram at Burhanpur. Pleased by his loyalty, Jahangir honored Rattan Singh. Rattan Singh indeed was very happy by his 14 year old son’s bravery at the war and gave him a large part of Bundi in the year 1580, creating Kota for Madho Singh. Later, Kota and Bundi, were created on wither sides of the Chambal River. After the Indian independence, Bundi was made a part of Rajasthan.

Altitude:	268 mtrs.
Best Season:	The best time to visit Bundi is from October to March, when the weather is cool and best for vacationing. July to September, during monsoons is also the best time to visit Bundi for short trips.
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 44°’C Mean Min. 20°’C Winter: Mean Max. 10°’C Mean Min. 2°’C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Bundi
Delhi 479 Kms.	Agra 425 Kms.	Ajmer 189 Kms.
Alwar 348 Kms.	Bharatpur 372 Kms.	Jaipur 218 Kms.
Jaisalmer 634 Kms.	Jodhpur 356 Kms.	Mt. Abu 460 Kms.
Ranthambhore 129 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Nawal Sagar: Situated at the center of the Bundi, the Nawal Sagar is an artificial lake. The Lake can be clearly seen from over the Taragarh Fort. Built-in the shape of a square, the lake also houses a partly submerged small shrine made in honor of Lord Varuna. The placid and crystal clear water of the Lake offers the views of the entire Bundi city.

Step Wells: Bundi is very famous for its Stepwell, popularly known as Baori. The step wells were basically built as water reservoirs during summers when the region faced a shortage of water. There were around fifty Step Wells in Bundi, most of which were destroyed over the course of time. The most significant ones left today are Raniji-ki-Baori, Nawal Sagar, and Nagar Sagar Kund.

How to Reach

By Air: The Jaipur Airport is the nearest airport to Bundi, situated 210 km away from the city.

By Rail: The Bundi railway station is well connected to nearby cities and states.

By Road: Bundi has a well-built road network, which connects to Kota, Bhilwara, and Tonk.

The city of Chittorgarh, also called Chittaurgarh served as the capital of the Mewar from the 7th century till the 16th century. Chittaurgarh is the land of the Rajput rulers, the tales of whose heroism are still sung in the folklore of the state.

The ancient history of Chittorgarh dates back to the times of Mahabharata. It is believed that Bhim, one of the Pandavas visited this place to attain immortality and became a sage’s disciple. But, his impatience to perform all the rites deprived him of his goals, and out of sheer anger, he stomped on the ground, which led to the creation of a water reservoir, called Bhimtal.

According to beliefs it is stated that Bappa Rawal, the founder of Sisodia clan received the city of Chittorgarh in the middle of the 8th century after his marriage to a Solanki princess.

The land of Chittor is the homeland of brave men and women who laid down their lives for their land, and never bowed before the enemies and invaders who kept a bad eye on their land. The land has witnessed both the devastating wars, and the triumphs of the spirit. Besides its brave men, even the women of the state are known for their great heroism and spirit which refused to give up before enemies. When Alauddin Khilji invaded the city in 1303 A.D. and coveted Queen Padmini of Chittor. It was the brave spirit of the Queen and the other women that they sacrificed themselves in a pyre of fire rather than submitting to anybody.

Altitude:	3,946 mtrs.
Best Season:	Winter during the months of October to March and Monsoon during the months of July to September is the best time to visit Chittorgarh.
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 43.8° ‘C Mean Min. 23.8° ‘C Winter: Mean Max. 328.37° ‘C Mean Min. 711.6° ‘C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Chittorgarh
Delhi 573 Kms.	Agra 523 Kms.	Ajmer 197 Kms.
Alwar 197 Kms.	Bharatpur 457 Kms.	Jaipur 470 Kms.
Jaisalmer 310 Kms.	Jodhpur 321 Kms.	Mt. Abu 268 Kms
Ranthambhore 308 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Chittorgarh Fort: The Chittorgarh Fort is a famous World Heritage site and synonymous with Chittorgarh. Situated atop a 180-meter hill and spread across an area of 700 acres, the Chittorgarh Fort was constructed by the Mauryans in the 7th century AD. Moreover, it is also believed that the fort was constructed by Bhima-the second of the Pandavas. Ever since its construction, the fort has served as a citadel to many rulers and great Indian warriors like Gora, Rana Kumbha, Badal, Jaimal, Patta, Maharana Pratap, and others.

Kalika Mata Temple: The Kalika Mata Temple was initially built in honor of the Sun God in the 8th century. It was during the 14th century that the temple was converted into a temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. A famous religious attraction of Chittorgarh and one of the Great holy Shakti Peethas, the temple is visited by numerous pilgrims and visitors who wish to pay their offerings to the deity. The temple enshrines three images of goddesses- the central image of the Kalika Mata, with the image of Goddess kali on the right and Bahucharamata on the left. Every year on the Chitra Sud 8, a fair is held at the temple which attracts a lot of pilgrims.

Vijay Stambh: The Vijay Stambha is a famous nine-story tower built-in 1440, by Maharana Kumbha to immortalize his victory over the Muslim rulers of Malwa and Gujarat. The 122 ft (37 m) high towers with a 10 ft (3.0 m) high base comprise sculptures and clings on the exterior walls of the tower. The top of the tower is accessible via 157 steps and enjoy the nice views of the entire surroundings. The interior of the tower comprises images of Gods, and weapons, etc.

Kirti Stambh: The Kirti Stambh is a 7 storied pillar constructed in the 12 century AD by a merchant, Biherwal Mahajan Sanaya of Digambar Jain sect. The tower is made in honor of the first Tirthankara of Jainism, Rishabha. Decorated with figures from the Jain Patheon, the tower also comprises 1.5meters high engraved idols of Shri Adinathji in Digambar style in each of its four corners. Moreover, many other small idols are engraved within the Stambh dedicated to the Jain lineage of deities.

Rana Kumbha’s Palace: The Rana Kumbha’s Palace is the birthplace of Maharana Udai Singh, the founder of the city of Udaipur. It is a 15th-century palace, where Rana Kumbha spent his life and is one of the most popular attractions famed for its charismatic architecture. It is also the place where Rani Meera Bai lived.

How to Reach

By Air: The Dabok Airport at Udaipur is the nearest domestic airport, located at a distance of 70 kilometers from Chittorgarh, and is actively connected via daily flights from New Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai.

By Rail: The Chittorgarh railway station is actively linked to the other cities of the state like Udaipur, Ajmer, Jaipur, and Kota as well as Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Delhi.

By Road: Chittorgarh has an active and well-built road network that connects the city to Ajmer, Bundi, Kota, Udaipur, Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmadabad, and other major cities of the country. The Pink Line, Silver line and Gray Line of the Rajasthan Roadways offers easy access to Chittorgarh from the nearby cities.

Shekhawati is a semi-arid region with a great significance in the history of India. The region is bounded by the regions of Bikaner in the northwest, Haryana in the northeast, Mewat on the east, Dhundhar on the southeast, Ajmer on the south, and the region of Marwar on the southwest. Spread across a total area of 13,784 square kilometers, Shekhawati is known for its painted Havelis decorated with dazzling murals. The inhabitants of the region are brave, sacrificing and hard-working. The region of Shekhawati is named after the Rao Shekha Ji-the Rajput Kachwaha chieftain. The Shekhawat’s were the descendants of the chieftain who ruled on the land after him. The dialect of Shekhawati is spoken all over the state.

According to the Hindu mythology, Shekhawat was once a part of Virata kingdom, where the Pandavas from the epic Mahabharat spent a year of their exile. It was at the end of the 18th century that an overland caravan trade route was developed between Pali and Bhiwani. It was the exorbitant taxes of the state of Jaipur, and Bikaner that the trading community-the Banias turned towards Shekhawati owing to its low taxes. It was after the arrival of the Britishers that the local merchants worked with them to improve trade. And, while the traders out on far outposts of the colonial empire, they built the famous havelis of Shekhawati for their families back home. Most of the havelis in Shekhawati were built during the 18th century and early 20th century. Influenced by the Jaipur, Mughal and Persian school of paintings, the frescoes at Shekhawati depicts hunting, mythology, and everyday life.

Altitude:	196 mtrs.
Best Season:	October to March is the best time to visit Shekhawati, when the weather is pleasant.
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 45°’C Mean Min. 32°’C Winter: Mean Max. 28°’C Mean Min. 5°’C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Shekhawati
Delhi 177 Kms.	Agra 194 Kms.	Ajmer 269 Kms.
Alwar 17 Kms.	Bharatpur 140 Kms.	Jaipur 141 Kms.
Jaisalmer 677 Kms.	Jodhpur 465 Kms.	Mt. Abu 627 Kms
Ranthambhore 203 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Dundlod Fort: A part of Shekhawati, Dundlod is basically a small town in the Jhunjhunu district which is known for the forts and Havelis of 18th century. It is much recognized for the Fort constructed by Rawal King in the 16th century, called Dundlod Fort which serves as one of the key attractions in the region. Influenced by the Rajputana and Mughal style of architecture, the fort features flowers & foliage, mythological paintings, archaic furniture, and minarets. The fort has established itself as a famous heritage featuring opulent rooms, mouth-watering delicacies served in the most royal way, and numerous activities lined up for its visitors.

Sri Bihariji Temple: The Sri Bihariji Temple is a famous temple at Shekhawati founded in the year 1775. The Sri Bihariji Temple worships Lord Krishna as the prime deity. The famous temple is adorned with lovely murals and painted walls covered with splendid paintings from the epic Ramayana. The Sri Bihariji Temple worships Lord Krishna as the prime deity.

Bagar: Bagar is a famous town in the region of Shekhawati, known for its beautiful painted Havelis. The town attracts a lot of attention much owing to its numerous attractions including the Durgah of Miya Saheb, White Gate, the Havelis of Piramal Makharia and Rungtas, and Fatehsagar Water Tank, etc.,

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport is at Jaipur located 150 km away from the Shekhawati. It is well-connected to cities like Mumbai and Delhi. The New Delhi international airport is the nearest International airport to Shekhawati.

By Rail: Trains are available from Delhi and Jaipur. Access to Shekhawati is easiest from Jaipur or Bikaner. Sikar and Fatehpur are on Jaipur-Bikaner road. Churu is on the Delhi-Bikaner railway line, while Sikar, Nawalgarh, and Jhunjhunu are on Jaipur and Delhi.

By Road: Shekhawati is well connected to Delhi via an active bus service. Regular bus services can be availed from ISBT (Kashmiri Gate), Dhaula Kuan or Sarai Kale Khan or for Shekhawati. The cities of Shekhawati including Sikar, Churu, and Jhunjhunu are well connected to other cities of the state via regular bus services & ban active road network.

The city of Pushkar, popularly known as the ‘the City of Brahma’ is the sister city of Ajmer. The holiest city of the state of Rajasthan, Pushkar is one of the sacred attractions for Hindus. Located on the banks of the Pushkar Lake, the city is home to numerous ancient and holy temples.

History

According to Hindu mythology, it is stated that Brahma did Mahayagna here. In order to complete the Yagna, Brahma’s consort Saraswati was required to put an ahuti, so Brahma married a Gurjar Girl, Gayatri. This angered Devi Saraswati, and she cursed that Brahma would only be worshipped in Pushkar. From the past 700 years, the Chechi Gurjars had been taking care of the shrines and later some were occupied by the Kanphata Yogis.

Altitude:	510 mtrs.
Best Season:	The best time to visit Pushkar is during winters. During November, Pushkar attracts a lot of people for the annual Pushkar Fair.
Climate:	Summer Mean Max. 45’C Mean Min. 25°C Winter Mean Max. 22°C Mean Min. 8°C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Pushkar
Delhi 408 Kms.	Agra 385 Kms.	Ajmer 15 Kms.
Alwar 292 Kms.	Bharatpur 331 Kms.	Jaipur 145 Kms.
Jaisalmer 461 Kms.	Jodhpur 187 Kms.	Mt. Abu 381 Kms
Ranthambhore 303 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Brahma Temple: Located on the banks of the Pushkar Lake, the Brahma Temple is one of the most famous attractions of Pushkar. Made in honor of Lord Brahma, it is the only Brahma temple in the world. The Temple was constructed in the 14th century based on a raised platform, with marble steps, a hans (the carrier of Brahma) at the gateway with a red sapphire on its crown. Every year on Kartika Purnima, during October-November, a fair is held at the temple inviting many Lord Brahma devotees.

Savitri Temple: The Savitri Temple was constructed in the year 1687, in honor of Savitri- the desolated wife of Lord Wife. Situated atop the Ratnagiri hill, the Savitri temple offers the most magical views of the surrounding villages. It is believed that it was here that the goddess rested upon her arrival Pushkar. The temple worships both Devi Savitri and Gayatri within the complex.

Pushkar Lake: The Pushkar Lake is a sacred water body located in Pushkar. Also known as ‘TirthaRaj’, it is believed that the lake was created after a petal fell off from the lotus flower used by Lord Brahma to kill a demon named Vajra Nabh. Surrounded by 300 temples and has 52 ghats, the lake is considered very pious and it is believed that a dip at the lake cures one from all skin diseases. Every year on the eve of Kartik Purnima, people take bath at the Pushkar Lake and then offer their prayers to the deity at the Brahma Temple.

Pateshwar Temple: The Pateshwar Temple is a famous temple constructed in the 10th century AD honoring Lord Shiva. The temple enshrines a magnificent Shivling in the main temple hall. It is one of the temples, which was destroyed by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb – and was later restored to its current structure.

How to Reach

By Air: The Sanganer Airport at Jaipur is the nearest airport to Pushkar.

By Rail: The Pushkar railway station is the nearest railway station to Pushkar.

By Road: The nearest bus stand to Pushkar is the Ajmer Bus Stand, which is situated at a distance of 11 km from the city.

Mt. Abu is a green oasis set amidst the sandy landscape of Rajasthan. Situated to the south of the Aravali ranges, the rich flora and fauna are a sight for the soaring eyes. Known for its lush green surroundings, beautiful sunset views, and a great natural beauty, Mount Abu captures the hearts of visitors like no other destination. Packed with world-class facilities for tourists’, Mount Abu has become a major tourist hotspot for travelers from the domestic travel circuit as well as from the international sphere. Home to more than 15 Jungle trails, Mount Abu is a trekker’s delight and a trip for an adventure enthusiast who wishes to indulge in thrilling escapades like rock climbing & rappelling. Dotted with huge rocks and numerous natural trails namely- Tiger Path, Bayley’s Walk, Craig’s Path, Sakora trek, and Guru Shikhar, Mount Abu will capture your soul like no other destination.

The hilly paradise of Mount Abu is also dotted with many beautiful, laid back and perennial gardens and lawns including the Ashok Vatika, Municipal Park, Shaitan Singh Park, Gandhi Park, and Terrace Garden.

Altitude:	1219 mtrs.
Best Season:	The best time to visit Mount Abu is from March – June and Sept – December
Climate:	Summer Mean Max. 38.8 ‘C Mean Min. 23.3 ‘C Winter Mean Max. 28.3 ‘C Mean Min. 11.6 ‘C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Mount Abu (Mt. Abu)
Delhi 757 Kms.	Agra 734 Kms.	Ajmer 365 Kms.
Alwar 656 Kms.	Bharatpur 707 Kms.	Jaipur 505 Kms.
Jaisalmer 572 Kms.	Jodhpur 326 Kms.	Ranthambhore 663 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Gaumukh Temple: The Gaumukh Temple is a natural spring that originates from the head of a sculpted cow within the temple premises. As a result, the temple came to be known as Gaumukh Temple. It is believed that the sage Vashishtha lived here with his wife, who was gifted the wish-fulfilling cow by the Devas, which was.

Dilwara Jain Temple: Build in 1031 A.D. by Vimal Shah; the Dilwara Jain Temples are a perfect exemplar of elegance cede in marble. These Temples are made in honor of Jain Tirthankaras. The Vimal Vasahi temple is the oldest temple dedicated to the first Tirthankara.

Sunset Point: The sunset point is a famous location situated to the southwest side of the famous Nakki Lake. The sunset point provides the most magical views of the sunset and attracts numerous visitors especially during the evening. There are many food stalls, and souvenir shops located nearby, which are often flocked by buyers, and visitors. The pleasant climate and beautiful surroundings make s Sunset Point one of the most famous attractions of Mount Abu. The entire spot is adorned with cede marble statues, wooden toys, and sandalwood idols. Moreover, pony rides are also famous among toddlers at the sunset point.

Honeymoon Point: Also popularly known as the Andra Point, it is one of the famous attractions of Mount Abu, also referred to as Anadara Point. The spot derives its name from the love Rock situated here. The honeymoon point is the best place to visit if you are looking for a serene and tranquil place in Mount Abu.

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport is at Udaipur and Ahmedabad (Gujarat).

By Rail: The nearest railhead to Mount Abu is Abu Road, situated 27 km away from Mount Abu.

By Road: By road mount Abu to Ahmedabad 214 kms, Bombay 835 kms, Delhi 768 kms, Jaipur 515 kms, Udaipur 182 kms, Jodhpur 291 kms, and Ranakpur 168 kms.

By Bus: Mount Abu is easily accessible from Ahmedabad (214 kms), Bombay (835 kms), Delhi (768 kms), Jaipur (515 kms), Udaipur (182 kms), Jodhpur (291 kms), and Ranakpur (168 kms).

Popular for the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the city of Bharatpur is located in the region of Mewat. Also known as the “Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan” and “Lohagarh”, Bharatpur is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Bharatpur was ruled by an indo-sythian tribe from the Sinsinwar clan, who migrated to India during AD 100. One of the most famous destinations of the Golden Triangle Circuit, Bharatpur attracts a lot of national and international tourists.

The people of Bharatpur hail from different communities, and the main communities found here are the Jats, Bhramans, Vaishya, Gujjars, and the Rajputs. The region was ruled by the Sinsinwar Jats, and Britishers were never able to ruler this region, owing to which this region was known as ‘Lohagarh’. Due to its proximity with the region of Mathura, the people of Bharatpur mostly speak and understand brij dialect.

Altitude:	183 mtrs.
Best Season:	August to February and Sept – December
Climate:	Summer: Mean Max. 45.0 ‘C Mean Min. 37.0 ‘C Winter: Mean Max. 31.0 ‘C Mean Min. 7.0 ‘C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Bharatpur
Delhi 251 Kms.	Agra 056 Kms.	Ajmer 313 Kms.
Alwar 116 Kms.	Bharatpur 70.	Jaipur 176 Kms.
Jaisalmer 828 Kms.	Jodhpur 478 Kms.	Mt. Abu 707 Kms
Ranthambhore 302 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary: The Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, also known as the Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary is a famous bird sanctuary spread over an area of 29 sq. km. The marshy land is home a great variety of bird species like egrets, cormorants, darters, sarus crane, grey herons, rosy headed pelican, Siberian crane, and others. Moreover, some of the other fauna species including spotted deer, sambar, nilgai, wild boar, python and porcupine. The sanctuary is a listed World Heritage site with a great appeal to its name.

Lohagarh Fort: Constructed by one of the Jat rulers of Bharatpur, Maharaja Suraj Mal, the Lohagarh fort is one of the strongest forts in Indian history. Being inaccessible, the fort withstood the repeated attacks of the Britishers, who were never able to siege the fort; hence it was given the name Lohagarh fort- meaning Iron Fort. Their fort can be accessed via two gates-Ashtdhaatu (eight Metalled) in the north and Chowburja (four-pillared) in the south. The fort complex comprises many monuments including the Kishori Mahal, Kothi Khas, and Mahal Khas. Moreover, the like Fateh Burj and Jawahar Burj and Moti Mahal were erected to honor the victory of the Mughal and British army. The gateway of at the fort is adorned with beautiful paintings of huge elephants in various postures. The fort creates an aura of strength and magnificence and is a prime attraction of Bharatpur.

Bharatpur Palace: The Bharatpur Palace is an intricate fusion of the Rajput and Mughal style of architecture. The wonderful palace with magnificent apartments decorated with patterned floor tiles and intricate designs exhibits the amazing legacy of the history of Rajasthan. The central wing of the palace houses a museum showcasing an amazing collection of the ancient inscriptions, beautiful sculptures, and other amazing works of Rajasthani art.

Government Museum Bharatpur: Located within the hearts of the Lohagarh Fort, the Government Museum Bharatpur is a famous attraction to visit in Bharatpur. Transformed into a museum in the year 1944 AD, the museum houses an art gallery featuring the miniature paintings on peepal leaves, mica and old litho papers. The museum also showcases stone sculptures, terracotta items, inscriptions, coins, metallic objects, weapons, and local art and craft of the state. A look at the collection will give you an idea of the state’s rich heritage and art and craft.

Laxman Mandir: The Laxman Mandir at Bharatpur is dedicated to Laxman-the brother of Hindu Lord Ram. It is believed that the temple was built around 400 years ago by a Naaga baba for humanitarian cause and is now being maintained by the descendants of the saint. The temple enshrines the idols of Lord Laxman and his consort Urmila. The other idols worshipped here comprise Hanuman, Shatrughan, Bharat, and Lord Ram.

Ganga Mandir: The Ganga Mandir was established in the year 1845 by Maharaja Balwant Singh. It is believed that the construction of the temple was unique, which saw contributions from the state employees as well as the locals. Built-in a total of 9 decades, the temple worships goddess Ganga as the prime deity and hence got its name from the same.

Deeg: Deeg is a town in Bharatpur, which is described in the Hindu mythology. It is believed to be the land where Lord Krishna stopped when the Lord started his parikrama from Goverdhan. The city of Deeg served as the capital of the city of Bharatpur under the reign of Badan Singh in the year 1722. It was during the rule of Maharaja Suraj Mal that Bharatpur was declared the new capital and Deeg became the second capital. The Deeg fort comprising the Deeg Palace is an important attraction of the region.

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest domestic airport is at Agra, located 54 km from Bharatpur, the nearest international airport is at New Delhi.

By Rail: The Bharatpur Junction Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Bharatpur. The railway line falls on the Bombay-Delhi route of the Western Railway line.

By Road: Bharatpur has a well-built road network that connects it to Agra, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Mathura, and Sariska.

Far-famed as the land of the shrine of the Muslim Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, Ajmer is a famous attraction in the state of Rajasthan. Founded by Raja Ajpal Chauhan in the 7th century, Ajmer has served as the Bastion of the Chauhan kings. Annexed by Akbar, the Mughal Ruler, surrounded by the Aravalli Mountains, Ajmer is a famous pilgrim destination.

Founded at the end of the 7th century A.D. by Ajayraj Singh Chauhan, earlier known as ‘Ajayameru’, Ajmer is surrounded by the Aravalli Mountains. Situated on the lower slopes of the Taragarh hill, the Nagpathar range separates Ajmer from the Thar Desert. The city has the famous artificial lake called Anasagar to its north, and is protected by the rocky Nagpathar range from the Thar Desert.

Altitude:	486 mtrs.
Best Season:	The best time to visit Ajmer is during October and March.
Climate:	Summer Mean Max. 38.1 ‘C Mean Min. 28.8 ‘C Winter Mean Max. 23.3 ‘C Mean Min. 5.3 ‘C
Clothing:	Summer light tropical or light Winter Woolen.

Distances from Ajmer
Delhi 392 Kms.	Agra 388 Kms.	Ranthambhore 286 Kms.
Alwar 288 Kms.	Bharatpur 313 Kms.	Jaipur 132 Kms.
Jaisalmer 513 Kms.	Jodhpur 208 Kms.	Mt. Abu 375 Kms.

Tourist Attractions

Dargah Ajmer Sharif: The Ajmer Sharif Dargah is the prime attraction of Ajmer. It is the shrine of the prominent Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. One of the highly revered shrines in Rajasthan, Ajmer Sharif is visited by people from various parts of the country & globe irrespective of their caste, creed, and religion. Every year on the 6th & 7th of Rajab (the 7th month of the Islamic calendar) the Urs for the Sufi saint is celebrated. During this time the holy attraction is flocked with numerous devotees who visit the shrine to seek blessings from the saint. The highlight of the Urs is the Kalanders from Delhi, believed to be the friends of the saint, who travel all the way from Delhi to offer colorful Chadders embellished with gold threads to the Khwaja.

Lake Foy Sagar: The Lake Foy Sagar is an artificial lake situated near Ajmer. Named after its creator, an English engineer, Mr. Foy, the lake was created to provide relief from famine. The lake comprises an original capacity of 15 million cubic feet, but the water covers an area of 1,300,000 meter square. The lake appears flat and offers the most amazing views of the Aravalli Mountains.

Ana Sagar Lake: Built by the grandfather of Prithviraj Chauhan, Anaji Tomar in between 1135 -1150 AD, the Ana Sagar Lake is an artificial Lake in Ajmer. Spread across an area of 13 km, the pavilions at the lake were built later in 1637 by Shahjahan, and it was under the reign of Jehangir that the Daulat Bagh Gardens were constructed. The circuit house situated atop a hill near the lake served as a British Residency. Moreover, there is also an island in the middle of the lake, which can be accessed via a boat ride. One of the biggest lakes of the city, Ana Sagar is one of the must-see attractions in Ajmer.

How to Reach

By Air: Nearest Airport Jaipur is Jaipur (138 kms).

By Rail: Ajmer is connected by rail to Delhi, Agra, Ahmedabad, Barmer, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Mount Abu and to Bombay via Ahmedabad.

By Road: Ajmer is well connected by road with Agra (370 km), Bharatpur (312 km), Bikaner (234 km), Bundi (139 km), Chittorgarh (182 km), Delhi (444 km), Jaipur (138 km), Jaisalmer (458 km), Jodhpur (205 km), Kota (178 km), Mount Abu (371 km) and Udaipur (269 km).

By Bus: Rajasthan State Transport. Corporation-run various buses to connect Ajmer with the above places.