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Why Visit Rajasthan Tour in India ?
Architecturally stunning, the numerous of forts and palaces here are best to bewitch you. Roam through the arid golden sand land while sitting on camel’s back leading you to discover traditional villages of Rajasthan. Witnessing popular fairs and festivals like Pushkar fair, Urs fair, Nagaur festival and Brij festival are no less than exciting feast to attend. Don’t forget to indulge into some tough bargaining at colourful and vibrant local shopping streets selling textiles and jewellery. Visit to some of its world famous national parks add adventurous taste to your vacation.We are sure you won’t like to miss the vibrant magic of Rajasthan !
Rajasthan is a land of forts and palaces. Built on high hilltops, in the middle of enormous deserts, and on islands in lakes, the forts and palaces of Rajasthan India, showcase the architectural heritage of Rajasthan. Many of these Rajasthan forts and palaces look rugged and rough from their exteriors, the interiors take you to an altogether different world. Surprises are the second name of these architectural marvels, which are the Rajasthan forts and palaces spread throughout Rajasthan India.
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Jaisalmer Fort
The forts and palaces of Rajasthan captivate and catch the eyes of everyone.
Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest forts of the world. Built on trikuta hill in the city of Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, the fort is the glimpse of life, activity and human determination to conquer nature in the middle of desert. This fort though surrounded by sand has still faced its fare share of battles and wars. A magical honey-gold shade is camouflaged as the sun goes to bed when the yellow sandstone walls merge with the background of the sand. This camouflages the fort making it appear a part of the yellow desert. This phenomenal sight led this fort to its other name ‘Sonar Quila’, or the "Golden Fort".
Built in 1156 AD, Jaisalmer fort is the second oldest of fort in Rajasthan after the fort of Chittorgarh. It has ninety nine bastions, ninety two of which are around 350 years old, built between 1633 and 1647, to be used as gun platforms. These bastions enclose whole townships that consist of the havelis of merchants, temples and the residential complexes. This city was built strategically along the trade route from where the ancient caravans passed. Hence the city prospered and flourished being an important centre for trade and commerce.
The view of the bastions of this sandstone fort and the desert citadel of Raja Jaisal, is spectacular. The palaces of the Maharawals lie in front of the Chauhata Square. A flight of marble steps which is topped by Maharawal’s throne leads up to them. This artisanship piece of Muslim traditional craftsmen is a five storied structure. A high wall fortifies the outer defenses of the citadel as a pathway runs parallel to the first rampart. The rich merchants expressed their wealth by building these sandstone mansions. Huge number craftsmen were engaged who filled up facades with screen windows, sculptural filigree, beautiful balconies and delicate pavilions.
An entire living area, along with its huge ramparts is enclosed within the periphery of the fort. The walk to the fort, through these narrow lanes is a heart breaking experience. The fort is a residential area for almost one fourth of the town’s population. The four gates lead to the Jaisalmer fort and these heavily built gates are: Ganesh Pol, Bhoot Pol and Suraj Pol. Another gate exists for the entrance named as hawa pol or ‘The Gateway for the wind’. The Jaisalmer fort of Rajasthan encloses a group of Jain temples that date back to the twelfth century.
Installation of a unique device
The Jaisalmer fort has a unique weather reporting gadget on its rampart’s top. Meteorological departments were primitive in seventeenth century days; the device was used to foresee the rain. Every year in April a flag would be placed in its centre and, based on the direction in which it blew, the weather for the entire year was forecast. The famine indication was inferred from the northward blowing of the flag while its westward blowing indicated a heavy monsoon.
The forts and palaces of Rajasthan captivate and catch the eyes of everyone.
Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest forts of the world. Built on trikuta hill in the city of Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, the fort is the glimpse of life, activity and human determination to conquer nature in the middle of desert. This fort though surrounded by sand has still faced its fare share of battles and wars. A magical honey-gold shade is camouflaged as the sun goes to bed when the yellow sandstone walls merge with the background of the sand. This camouflages the fort making it appear a part of the yellow desert. This phenomenal sight led this fort to its other name ‘Sonar Quila’, or the "Golden Fort".
Built in 1156 AD, Jaisalmer fort is the second oldest of fort in Rajasthan after the fort of Chittorgarh. It has ninety nine bastions, ninety two of which are around 350 years old, built between 1633 and 1647, to be used as gun platforms. These bastions enclose whole townships that consist of the havelis of merchants, temples and the residential complexes. This city was built strategically along the trade route from where the ancient caravans passed. Hence the city prospered and flourished being an important centre for trade and commerce.
The view of the bastions of this sandstone fort and the desert citadel of Raja Jaisal, is spectacular. The palaces of the Maharawals lie in front of the Chauhata Square. A flight of marble steps which is topped by Maharawal’s throne leads up to them. This artisanship piece of Muslim traditional craftsmen is a five storied structure. A high wall fortifies the outer defenses of the citadel as a pathway runs parallel to the first rampart. The rich merchants expressed their wealth by building these sandstone mansions. Huge number craftsmen were engaged who filled up facades with screen windows, sculptural filigree, beautiful balconies and delicate pavilions.
An entire living area, along with its huge ramparts is enclosed within the periphery of the fort. The walk to the fort, through these narrow lanes is a heart breaking experience. The fort is a residential area for almost one fourth of the town’s population. The four gates lead to the Jaisalmer fort and these heavily built gates are: Ganesh Pol, Bhoot Pol and Suraj Pol. Another gate exists for the entrance named as hawa pol or ‘The Gateway for the wind’. The Jaisalmer fort of Rajasthan encloses a group of Jain temples that date back to the twelfth century.
Installation of a unique device
The Jaisalmer fort has a unique weather reporting gadget on its rampart’s top. Meteorological departments were primitive in seventeenth century days; the device was used to foresee the rain. Every year in April a flag would be placed in its centre and, based on the direction in which it blew, the weather for the entire year was forecast. The famine indication was inferred from the northward blowing of the flag while its westward blowing indicated a heavy monsoon.
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