Profile
of some important travel cities of Rajasthan.
Ajmer
120 km (78 miles) west of Jaipur, was founded by great Raja Prithviraj
Chauhan in 7th century. Ajmer is known for Dargah of Khwaja Mu'in-ud-din
Chisti (1142-1236) and Ana Sagar Lake. Also known for the famous
boarding schools Sophia college (Girls) and Mayo college (Boys).
Alwar
143 km from Jaipur and 164 km from Delhi, Alwar is a beautiful city.
Banswara
527 km from Jaipur & 160 kms from Udaipur, Banswara is a small town
famous for Baneshwar Festival.
Bharatpur
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.
Bikaner
In route on your way from Jaipur (330 km) to Jaisalmer (320 km) was
founded in 15th century by Rao Bika. Known for durries, carpets, hand
painted lamp shades, and mojari slippers. Also for the camel safari and
Junagarh Fort.
Bundi
206 km from Jaipur and 40 km from Kota, Bundi is surrounded by the
Aravalli hills on the three sides and is circumscribed by a massive wall
with four gateways.
Chittaurgarh
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. Also known fro
Vijaystambha, Kirtistambha (Tower of Victory), and Rani Padmini.
Dungarpur
Situated about 110 km south of Udaipur, Dungarpur, or the City of
Hills, was founded in the 13ht century. You can visit the Juna Mahal
which is adorned with beautiful frescoes, paintings, mirror work and
glass inlays; the well maintained Government run Rajmata Devendra Kanwar
Museum and the beautiful Deo Somnath Temple.
Jaipur
Capital city of Rajasthan also known as "Pink City" is about
250 km from Delhi, and your starting point for Rajasthan. Founded by
Raja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727 is famous for Amber Fort, jantar mantar,
hawa mahal, city palace & Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh. Also for the textile
block prints, semi precious jewelry, handicraft items and Raj Mandhir
(Movie theater).
Jodhpur
250 km from Jaipur, also called "Blue City" is second city of
Rajasthan. Founded by Rao Jodha is famous for Mehrangarh Fort, Umed
Bhawan Palace, museum and handicrafts.
Jaisalmer
275 Kms from Jodhpur, also called "Golden City" was founded
by Rao Jaisal. Famous for the Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon-ki-haveli, sand
dunes, and ideal for camel rides and safaris.
Jhalawar
335 km from Jaipur, 87 km from Kota, the princely state of the Jhalas,
Jhalawar was created in 1838 A.D.
Kota
240 km from Jaipur, 131 km from Ajmer, Kota is famous for Dussehra
Mela.
Kumbalgarh
85 km from Udaipur, Kumbhalgarh is famous for Kumbhalgarh Wildlife
Sanctuary.
Mount Abu
190 Kms from Udaipur & 27 Km from Abu, is the only hill resort of
Rajasthan. Famous for Dilwara Temples, Guru Shikar, and Nakki Lake.
Nathdwara
48 km from Udaipur in Rajasthan lies the popular relegious place,
Nathdwara.
Pushkar
14 km from Ajmer, is famous for the Pushkar Fair and Brahma Temple and
beautiful view of desert at sunset.
Ranakpur
Ranakpur is amongst the five most important pilgrimage sites of
Jainism. It is home to an exceptionally beautiful temple complex in the
Aravali ranges and a must visit for the tourists coming to this region.
Rohet
160 km from Udaipur,212 km from Indore, Rohet is famous for its local
cultures and traditions.
Sariska
110 km from Jaipur and 35 km from Alwar is famous for the Tiger Reserve
Sanctuary.
Ranthambore
135 km from Jaipur and 11 km from Sawai Madhopur, Ranthambhore, is
famous for the Ranthambore National Park, Tiger Reserve Project.
Shekhawati
Shekhawati region lies north of Jaipur. This was the land where Marwari
businessmen started constructing their mansions or havelis in the 18th
and 19th Centuries.
Udaipur
420 km from Jaipur on Jaipur-Mumbai highway also called "City of
Lakes" was founded by Maharana Udai Sigh II in 1568. Also called "Venice
of East" is famous for lakes, palaces (Lake Palace Hotel), city
palace, puppet museum, miniature paintings, and temples (Nathadwara 50
km and Eklangji 20 km from Udaipur).