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The first stop of the Palace-on-Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most
well planned cities of the world of its time. This capital city of
Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City,was founded by Maharaja
Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727 A.D.
To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal
or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five
storied building a one the main street of the old city
in pink splendor with semi-octagonal and delicate honey
combed sandstone windows.
This is followed by a visit
to Amber Fort where elephant ride is available to climb
up the hill. Lunch at a Five Star Hotel followed by
visit to City Palace Museum and Observatory. |
