Rajasthan On Wheels

Ajmer offers a unique blend of Hindu and Muslim harmony that makes it a distinct place in Rajasthan. Since the time immemorial, Ajmer has been an important place for Rajput warriors, Muslim rulers and the Marathas.
Major Attractions:
1. The Dargah
2. Ana Sagar Lake
3. The Museum
4. Pushkar
How to reach:
Buses and taxis are available from Jaipur, Kishangarh, Pushkar and all the other major cities of Rajasthan.

Alwar with its historic fort, palaces & beautiful gardens offers an unforgettable experience. The medieval fort crowning a scarped hill. Over looks the town below. Alwar was founded by Rao Pratap Singh in 1775 A.D. Sariska National Park is situated only 200 km from Delhi and 107 kms from Jaipur. Although larger than Ranthambor, it is less commercialised and has less tigers but a similar topography.
Major Attractions
1. Sariska National Park:
2. Sariska Palace
3. Siliserh
4. The Kankwari Fort

How to reach:
The nearest airport is Jaipur (143 km). Alwar is connected by rail with all the major cities of India. Good motorable roads connect Alwar with all the major cities of India.

175 km from Jaipur & 185 km from Delhi, is know for the Keoladeo Ghana National Park (Bird Sanctuary) and also a halting place on the way from Agra (55 km). The only city that was ruled by Jats. And you can also see the old fort and museum.
Major Attractions:
1. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
2. Keoladeo Ghana National Park
3. Bharatpur Govenment Museum
4. Bharatpur Palace
5. Lohagarh Fort
6. Deeg Palace

How to reach:
The nearest airport, Agra is 54 kms. However, convenient airports from Bombay are Jaipur (174 km) and Delhi (182 km) since there are no direct flights to Agra from Mumbay. Bharatpur is on Bombay-Delhi sector of Western Rly. Good motorable roads connect Alwar with all the major cities of India.

This city lies on the northern point of the triangle of desert cities. Bikaner is another royal walled city dating back to 1486 AD. It was, however, a major trade centre as it stood on the ancient caravan route which linked central Asia and North India with the Gujarat seaports.
Major Attractions:
1. Junagarh Fort
2. Lalgadh Palace
3. The Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum
4. Deshnoke Temple
5. The Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary
6. Camel Breeding Farm
How to reach:
Buses and taxis are available from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Delhi, Mumbai and all the other major cities of Rajasthan

110 km from Udaipur and 300 km from Jaipur was founded by Bappa Rawal in 8th century. Known for the massive fort 3 mile long and 495 feet high. Mirabai, 16th century poet and saint was from here.
Major Attractions:
1. The Fort
2. Vijay Stambh(Victory Tower)
3. Padmini Palace
4. Kirti Stambh(Tower of Fame)
5. Meera & Kumbha Shyam Temple
6. Kalika Mata Mandir

How to reach:
Chittorgarh has buses and train links with Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Udaipur, Jaipur, Kota and Delhi.

The Pink City of Jaipur enjoys a distinct place among the tourists interested in exploring the cultural and architectural heritage of Rajasthan. Reputed as the third corner of India's "Golden Triangle", it is a flamboyant showcase of Rajput architecture.

Major Attractions:
1. Amber Palace
2. City Palace
3. Hawa Mahal
4. Jantar Mantar
5. Jaigarh Fort
6. Nahargarh Fort
7. Jal Mahal
8. Birla Mandir
How to reach:
Regular flights and trains are available from all the major Indian cities. Buses and coaches are also available from Delhi, Agra, Jodhpur and other nearby cities.

The deserted town of Jaisalmer has a distinct charm associated that makes. Its sand-yellow ramparts rising out of the arid Thar present a mesmerizing picture.
Major Attractions:
1. Jaisalmer Fort
2. Gadi Sagar Tank and the Folklore Museum
3. Tazia Tower
4. Gadsisar Lake
5. Jain Temples
6. Havelis
7. Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli
8. Patwon-Ki-Haveli
9. Nathmalji-Ki-Haveli
How to reach:
Jaisalmer is well connected by air and rail to all the major Indian cities.

Jodhpur is at the edge of the Thar desert and is the largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur. The city is dominated by a massive fort, topping a sheer rocky ridge right in the middle of the town. Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, a chief of the Rajput clan known as the Rathores.

Major Attractions:
1. Mehrangarh Fort
2. Umaid Bhawan Palace
3. Jaswant Thada
4. Clock Tower & Sadar Market
5. Government Museum
6. Mahamandir Temple
7. Kailana Lake

How to reach:
Jodhpur is well connected by air, buses and rail from Jodhpur to Udaipur, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Ahmedabad and Delhi.

Kota serves as an army headquarters. It is also Rajasthan's industrial centre (mainly chemicals), powered by the hydroelectric plants on the Chambal river - the only permanent river in the state - and the nearby nuclear plant. Kota is strung out along the east bank of the Chambal river. The train station is well to the north.
Major Attractions:
1. Brijraj Bhawan Palace
2. Umed Bhawan Palace
3. Chambel Garden
4. Maharao Madho Singh Museum
How to reach:
There are many trains and buses operating from Kota to Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Jodhpur.

135 km from Jaipur and 27 km from Sawai Madhopur is famous for the Ranthambore National Park, Tiger Reserve Project. Ranthambore National Park in Sawai Madhopur attracts tourists in plenty who come from different parts of the world to witness the incredible beauty of wildlife in its natural habitat. Situated at a distance of 11 km from Sawai Madhopur, Ranthambore National Park is famous the world over for its ferocious tiger besides being home to nearly 300 different species of birds and animals.

The city of dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure water lake, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravallis. Udaipur is better known as the city of lakes. It was founded in 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh II.
Major Attractions:
1. Lake Pichola
2. Lake Fateh Sagar
3. City Palace
4. Lake Palace
5. Shaelion-Ki-Bari
6. Moti Magri
7. Shilpgram
8. Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal
9. Jagdish Temple
10. Sajjan Garh
How to reach:
Udaipur is well connected by air, land and rail to all the major Indian cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Delhi