Lake Palace Udaipur

The construction of Lake Palace of Udaipur was started in 1743 and it took about three years to complete this beautiful Palace. The palace was initially called as Jag Niwas as the founder of this architectural marvel was Maharan Jagat Singh II of Mewar Dynasty. The palace was used as summer resort for the rulers of Udaipur.

The Lake Palace is situated amidst of Lake Pichola giving it a beautiful view. The Palace is now converted into a Luxury Hotel of Taj Group. One can enjoy a royal stay in this palace converted hotel during his/her Rajasthan Tour.

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Amber Fort of Amer in Jaipur Rajasthan

Also known as Amer Fort, is situated in Amer about 11 KMs from Jaipur. The fort was built by Maharaja Man Singh I in 1592. The Kachchawahas ruled here for about Six centuries. The fort is a live example of Hindu as well as Muslim architecture.

The Fort is situated atop the hill and the entrance is on the foot. The artwork done on the walls of the fort will leave you stunned and speechless. The entire complex is built with white marble along with red sandstone.

The fort complex can be visited during 09:00 AM and 04:00 PM on all days (except public holidays).

An Elephant ride from the Grand Entrance Gate to the top of the Main building would be a real delight of visit to this marvelous Amber Fort.

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Oscar Awards 2009 : India Grabs 9 Oscar Wards

It was 22nd of Februrary when Indian Film Industry broke all records and grabbed not only 1 or 2 but altogether 9 Oscar awards. Congratulation India !
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE grabs 8 Oscar awards and Smile Pinki grabs 1

Movie: SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Music (Song): Jai Ho A.R Rahman for SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Music (Score): A.R. Rahman for SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Film Editing: Chris Dickens for SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Sound Mixing: Ian Tapp, Richard Pryke and Resul Pookutty for SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Cinematography: Anthony Dod Mantle for SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Writing Adapted Screenplay: Simon Beaufoy for SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Direction: Danny Boyle for SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE

Documentry Short: Megan Mylan for Smile Pinki

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Kanha National Park

Kanha national park is located in Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh. It extends over 122 sq mi (316 sq km) of the central highlands, at an elevation of from 2,000 ft (600 m) to 3,000 ft. Kanha National Park was originally established as the Banjar Valley Sanctuary in 1935, it became a national park in 1955 and was enlarged in 1964.


The main attractions of Kanha national park are Tiger, Gaur, Sambar, Chital, Barasingha, Barking Deer, Chousihgha, Nilgai, Mouse Deer, Sloth Bear, Jackal, Fox, Porcupine, Hyaena, Jungle Cat, Python, Hare, Monkey, Mongoose, etc. can also be seen here.Birds species in the park Storks, Teals, Pintails, Pond Herons, Egrets, Peacock, Pea Fowl, Jungle Fowl, Spur Fowl, Patridges, Quails, Ring Doves, Green Pigeons, Rock Pigeons, Cuckoos, Rollers, Bee Eater, Hoopes, Drongos, Warblers, King Fishers, Wood Peckers, Finches, Orioles, Owls, Fly Catchers in Kanha Kisli.

On a mission to find a tiger, one can easily catch glimpses of southern Barasingha as well as herds of Chital. On the slopes of grasslands you can spot the Sambar, Gaur and Sloth Bear coupled with the wild predators-the Leopard and Jackal and herds of Blackbuck and the wild Pig that come to the central parkland of the valley.

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Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

Keoladeo Ghana National Park is popularly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. It is situated at Bharatpur in Rajasthan. It is one of the finest bird sanctuaries of India. The reserve was declared as a national park in 1982. In the year 1985, it came in the list of UNESCO's World Heritage Site. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary covers an area of approximately 29 Km² and is just 2 km away from Bharatpur township.

The sanctuary nurtures more than 375 species of birds including numerous migratory birds. A huge number of migratory birds include several species of cranes, pelicans, geese, ducks, eagles, larks and hawks to name a few. The migrants are generally come from the Siberia and Central Asia.

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Sariska National Park

Sariska National Park lies in the Aravalli hills in Rajasthan. It is spread across an area of 492 km² in the forest of Sariska. Sariska wildlife sanctuary is established in the year 1955 and declared as a national Park in 1979. Once the Sariska forests were the hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Alwar. Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary in one of the protected wildlife areas of the country, where Project Tiger remained successful. Besides tigers, you can spot a number of other wild animals such as leopard, wild dog, sambar, chital, wild boar, hare, nilgai, civet, four-horned antelope, gaur (Indian bison) and porcupine.

Some Pictures of Sariska National Park:

Sariska Palace now converted into a Heritage Hotel

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Palace on Wheels - Luxury Train of India

An epitome of excellence of royalty on wheels the luxury train Palace on Wheels is an experience to be on. This train tour was first introduced in 1984 on Metre Gauge Tracks. A ride on this train will remain etched on your mind for a long long time. This train will take you through the capital city Delhi, royal Rajasthan and amazing Agra. On the Luxurious Palace on Wheels you can get pampered and enjoy the royal treatment that is provided on the train.


The accommodation on Palace on Wheels boasts of elegantly done up cabins with Rajasthani decor and have every possible facility on board. The two dining cars on the luxury train has beautiful sitting area where you can enjoy the sumptuous cuisines prepared by the chefs. The train also features a lounge and a library. A bar in the train with a nice ambiance completes the look of the India's luxury train.


The royal journey starts on Wednesday from the Delhi Cantt. railway station and ends after a week of travel to Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Bharatpur, Agra at the same station. This train is rated in the top ten most luxurious trains of the world. The luxurious train Palace on Wheels will take you on a voyage through the most interesting parts of the destinations. Chugging along in the night the train reaches its destination early in the morning.

The Palace On Wheels Train operates from First Wednesday of September till Last Wednesday of April, every Year. With effect from September 2008 only full 7 days reservation will be entertained. As per today this royal luxurious train is already booked till 2010, so you will have to wait for a year to travel in this train if you have not taken a reservation.

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