DEL-Kanha-Bandhavgarh-Khajuraho-Agra-Bharatpur-Ranthambhore
-Jaipur -DELDay 01
Europe / Delhi On arrival you be met & welcomed and then
escorted to your hotel.
Afternoon:
Half-day city tour of Old Delhi. The tour of Old Delhi starts with the
visit of Red Fort. This palace citadel was built Shah Jehan in 1648 and was
a veritable city within a city. When Shah Jehan transferred his capital from
Agra to Delhi he built the Red Fort as his residential palace as well as his
military fortress. The fort is a complex of marble buildings with balconies,
filigreed windows, massive red sandstone walls, ramparts and gateways. The
most elegant building is the DIWAN I KHAS or the Hall of Private Audience.
From the Red Fort you will take a cycle rickshaw to Chandni Chowk or the
Moonlit Square. It is a medieval area in which you will recognize not just
Cairo or Istanbul, but also Chester and Heidelberg. This is perhaps one of
the Delhi’s most populated areas and the largest marketplace -
jewelers, spice merchants, food vendors, money lenders, shopping arcades,
workshops as well as residences, are crammed here. Within this area is the
British built Town Hall, the St. James Church built by colonel Skinner in
the early 19th century, the old St. Stephen’s college and the office of
the state department of Archeology with a colonnaded facade going back to
the 19th century when it was the British Residency.
Overnight
at hotel Day 02 Delhi / Jabalpur Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel. Later Half-Day tour of New Delhi.
The tour
starts with a drive to Raisina Hill. Visit the Viceroy’s House (Now the
Rashtarpati Bhavan, the residence of Indian President) and Lutyen’s
magnum opus. It is larger than Versailles and architecturally is a fusion of
Indian and Western design. Within the courtyard is the 145 feet high Jaipur
Columns, a symbol of victory designed by Luyten. He created another
masterpiece - 250 acre Mughal Garden on the grounds of the Rastrapati Bhavan
which at one time required the care of 418 men. The great Vice Regal Palace
required a staff of 2000. At the foot of Raisina Hill is the India Gate, a
war memorial arch which Luyten built in honor of 60000 soldiers who died in
World War -I. It is also inscribed with the name s of some 13000 Indian and
British soldiers missing presumed dead. Next to it is Lutyen’s last
imperial monument he built a stone Canopy in which he placed the marble
statue of the King George - V after his death in 1936. Proceed to the
Parliament House which Luyten built in a circular colossus design. It was
here that the constitution of independent India was drafted. Drive to
Humayuns Tomb which is perhaps the finest Mughal building in Delhi. The tomb
stands on a raised platform and is built of red sandstone. The construction
of the Tomb was completed in 1565.
The tomb stands in well laid out
Mughal garden. Proceed to the Qutub Minar complex, which is Delhi’s
Eiffel Tower. Visit the mosques, mausoleums and ruins of the forts that lie
around it including the Iron Pillar which is Delhi totem pole 24 feet high,
made of 99% steel and which has stood for 1600 years without a speck of rust
on it.
Afternoon transfer to Railway station to board overnight train
to Jabalpur.
Overnight in the trainDay
03 Jabalpur / Kanha Morning arrive Jabalpur. Drive to Kanha
National Park.
Kanha National Park in the Mandla District
spreads over 1,945 sq. km of dense Sal forests, interspersed with extensive
meadows and trees and clumps of wild bamboo. This area known as Kipling
Country, this is where all the jungle books of Rudyard Kipling were
conceived. The Kanha National Park forms the core of the Kanha Tiger Reserve
created in 1974 under Project Tiger. The forests of the Banjar valley and
Halon valley, respectively forming Kanha's western and eastern halves, had
even, at the turn of the century, been famous for their deer and tiger
population. By a special statute in 1955, Kanha National Park came into
being. Since then, a string of stringent conservation programs have been
launched, for the overall protection of the park's flora and fauna. It is
one of the most well maintained National Parks in Asia and the sole habitat
of the rare hard ground barasingha (antelope). There is also a museum in the
park that depicts attributes and activities of the park and tribal culture.
Some of the inhabitants of this park are the gaur, sambar, barking deer,
chausingha (the only four-horned antelope in the world) etc. Other frequent
visitors include nilgai (blue bull), sloth bear, dhole, (Indian wild dog),
and an occasional panther. A wide variety of bird species also inhabits the
park like cattle egret, black ibis, hawk eagle, red-wattled lapwing and a
number of waterfowl. The barasingha is undoubtedly, the jewel of Kanha, and
drastic steps have been taken to rescue it from complete extinction. A
small, but significant number of black bucks also inhabit the central Kanha
meadow. But for all the astonishing diversity in its wildlife population,
Kanha is best known as the habitat of the Tiger. Sighting and photographing
this magnificent animal from elephant back is an unforgettable experience.
It was here that the first ever-scientific study of the tiger was undertaken
by the great zoologist George Schaller. Afternoon: Enjoy Jungle Safari into
the Park.
Evening: Dinner at the lodge / hotel.
Overnight at
the Hotel. Day 04 In Kanha Enjoy
Morning & Afternoon safaris to the Park to view & appreciate
wildlife in its natural habitat.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at
the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.Day 05
In Kanha Enjoy Morning & Afternoon safaris to the Park to view &
appreciate wildlife in its natural habitat.
Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Day
06 Kanha / Bandhavgarh Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.
Later drive to Bandhavgarh.
BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK -
Set amongst the Vindhya mountain range, Bandhavgarh is a small national
park, but with the highest known density of tiger population in India. This
is also known as White Tiger territory. These have been found in the old
state of Rewa for many years. The Park is spread over an area of 448 sq. km.
Its setting is impressive. It's named after the ancient fort built on 800m
high cliffs. There is a temple in the fort and numerous rock-cut cave
shrines below it. The terrain is made of rocky hills, sal forests and
grazing areas, and formerly agricultural land. The finest of these hills is
the Bandhavgarh hill, and on its highest point stands the Fort.
Though
no records remain to show when the fort was constructed, it is believed to
be about 2000-years-old with several dynasties ruling the fort - the Maghas
from the 1st century AD, Vakatakas from the 3rd century; the Sengars from
the 5th century and the Kalachuris from the 10th century. The oldest signs
of habitation are the caves dug into the sandstone, near the fort. Several
of these contain Brahmi inscriptions dating from the 1st century BC. Prior
to becoming a National Park, the forest range around the region had been
maintained as a Shikargarh or game preserve of the Maharajahs of Rewa. It
was only in 1968, that the area was declared as a National Park. Since then,
stringent steps have been taken to retain it as an unspoiled natural
habitat.
The core area of the park has a fragile ecology, but it
supports a variety of wildlife such as nilgai (blue bull), wild boar,
jackals, gaur, sambar and porcupines as well as many species of birds. The
ramparts of the fort provide a home for vultures, blue rock thrushes and
crag martins. Some other inhabitants of the park are the rhesus macaque, the
black-faced langur, jungle cats, chinkara, black buck and the chital. The
park also attracts many migratory birds in the winter months that include
the steppe eagle and a variety of wildfowl. Reptilian fauna includes cobra,
krat, python, turtle and a variety of lizards. There is also a good chance
of spotting the Tiger. The village of Tala is the access point for the park.
There is also a museum here, the Bhaghela Museum, which is part of the
private collection of the Maharaja of Rewa. Apart from the famed stuffed
white tiger, Mohan, other exhibits include military and hunting
paraphernalia, a carved ivory and silver chess set and an extravagant swing
bench made of Belgian cut glass and silver. The park can be explored on
elephant back as well apart from the jeep safaris. Evening enjoy the Jungle
Safari into the Park to view wildlife.
Evening: Dinner at the
hotel.
Overnight at hotel.Day 07 In
Bandhavgarh Enjoy Morning & Afternoon safaris to the Park to
view & appreciate wildlife in its natural habitat.
Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Day
08 Bandhavgarh / Khajuraho Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.
Later drive to Khajuraho.
Afternoon visit the famous Khajuraho Temples.
The erstwhile capital of the Chandela Kings, Khajuraho is famous for its
magnificent temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and the Jain
tirthankars. These temples were built between 950 and 1050 AD and represent
some of the most exquisite specimens in medieval India that has made
Khajuraho one of the most beautiful religious centers of that time. Today
Khajuraho is a little village in a lonely corner of the state of Madhya
Pradesh. None of the palaces or dwellings of the former city remain and
there is no sign of the golden date palms that once graced the entrance of
the city and gave it the name "Khajurvahika" or bearer of the date
palms. With the wane of the Chandela Empire, these magnificent temples lay
neglected and vulnerable to the ravages of Nature. It was only in the last
century that they were rediscovered, restored and granted the recognition
that they justly deserve.
Originally
there were 85 temples, of which only 22 still exist. Despite the fact that
they were dedicated to different Hindu gods Shiva, Vishnu and Jain saints,
they followed the same architectural style. Each structure stands on a high
masonry platform with a distinct upward direction to their build, further
enhanced by several vertical projections to simulate the effect of an
overall lightness. The temples are almost all aligned east to west, with the
entrance facing east. Some of the earliest were made of granite, but all
the ones from the classic period of Khajuraho's history are made of
sandstone. The three main compartments of the temple are the entrance
(ardhamandapa), assembly hall (mandapa), and the actual sanctum (garbha
griha). The decorations, the exquisitely carved sculptures, with which the
temples are so liberally embellished have made Khajuraho famous. The divine
sculptures in these temples are a tribute to Life itself, embodying
everything that is sublime and spontaneous about it. There is an astonishing
profusion of individual figures of gods, goddesses, and voluptuous women,
mythical beasts, couples in erotic poses and elaborate friezes carved in
minute detail.
The murals depict the life and times of the Chandelas
and celebrate the erotic state of being. They not only testify to the
mastery of the craftsman, but also to the extraordinary breadth of vision of
the Chandelas.
The temples are grouped into three geographical
divisions: western, eastern and southern.
The Western Group -
comprise of the following temples:
Kandariya Mahadeo - is not only the
largest but also artistically and architecturally the most perfect of
Khajuraho's temples. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it soars 31m high. The sanctum
enshrines a lingam while the main shrine is ornately carved and depicts
various gods, goddesses, apsaras (heavenly maidens) in elaborate detail. The
entrance arch, the massive pillars and ceilings are adorned with exquisite
carvings that leave the visitor spellbound.
Lakshmana Temple -
is one of the earliest of this group and also one of the best preserved. It
has a full five-part floor plan and four subsidiary shrines. The lintel over
the entrance of this temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, shows the holy trinity
of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva with Goddess Lakshmi, Vishnu's consort. The
sanctum is adorned with a three-headed idol of Vishnu's incarnations,
Narasimha and Varaha. Around the base of the temple is a continuous frieze
with scenes of battles, hunting and processions.
Varaha Temple
- dating to the 10th century, is dedicated to the Varaha avatar or boar
incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Inside this small open shrine is a huge solid
and intricately carved figure of the boar incarnation.
Chausath
Yogini - is the oldest surviving temple in the group dating to 900 AD.
It is the sole granite temple dedicated to Goddess Kali and the only one not
aligned east to west. Chausath means 64 and the temple once had 64 cells for
figures of the 64 yoginis who attended Goddess Kali.
Overnight at
hotel. Day 9 Khajuraho / Orchha / Jhansi /
Agra Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Jhansi
railway via Orchha. Today Orchha is just a village set amongst a complex of
well preserved palaces and temples but nevertheless a wonderful relaxing
place. Its impressive temples dating back to the 17th century are still in
use today and are visited by thousands of devotees. The area is peppered
with fascinating little shrines and memorials, all of which add to the
overwhelming feeling of nostalgia, the city evokes in the visitor
Fort
Complex & its Palaces - approached by a multi arched bridge over the
Betwa River the complex is set on an island in the River and is surrounded
by fortified walls. The complex has three palaces set in an open quadrangle.
The most spectacular of these is the Jahangir Mahal, built by Raja Bir Singh
Deo to commemorate the visit of Mughal Emperor Jahangir to Orchha in 1606.
It is a tiered palace crowned by graceful chhatris. There is also a small
Archaeological Museum inside this palace.
The Raj Mahal palace nearby is
situated to the right of the quadrangle. Its interiors have exquisite
murals, boldly colourful and on a variety of religious themes. The third
palace is the Rai Praveen Mahal, built for the poetess and musician Rai
Praveen, the paramour of Raja Indramani (1672-76). This palace is a low two
storeyed brick structure designed to match the height of the trees in the
surrounding gardens.
The Temples - Orchha's impressive
temples date back to the 16th century. They are still in use today and are
visited regularly by thousands of devotees. At Jhansi board evening train to
Agra. On arrival you be met and escorted to your hotel.
Overnight
at the hotel. Day 10
Agra / Bharatpur 
Morning:
Breakfast at the Hotel. Later visit of Agra City. The City of the Taj is an
educational and business centre known for its craftsmen and handicrafts. In
the great epic Mahabharata the region of Agra is described as 'Agraban' and
it was an integral part of 'Braj Bhoomi' or the land of Lord Krishna.
Concrete history outlines the origins of Agra to 1475 AD when it was under
the reign of Raja Badal Singh. However, Agra came into limelight during the
rule of the Afghan King Sikandar Lodhi, who had made it the capital of his
empire. Later in 1526 AD the Mughal Emperor Babar took upon himself the task
for rendering Agra, a unique character and beauty of its own. The visionary
that he was and a great patron of the arts, he brought in a change in the
culture and lifestyle among the people of Agra, which then brought forth
some of the finest craftsmen, artists, statesmen, warriors and nobility,
this part of India had ever witnessed. The golden age of Agra's history thus
began to set in. The next few hundred years witnessed the rise of the pomp
and pageantry of three great Mughal monarchs, Akbar, Jahangir and Shahjahan,
all of whom lavished on this city, their love and riches to transform the
land into one of the great centers of art, culture, learning and commerce.
Marble and soft-stone inlay work, carpet and leather goods are some
important traditional crafts of the city.
Taj
Mahal - situated on the banks of the Yamuna River, this masterpiece in
marble built on a sandstone base is a monument to love and beauty. Shahjahan
built it in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Begum. There are tombs of
Mumtaz and Shahjahan within the mausoleum. The construction started in 1631
a year after Mumtaz's death, it took 22 years in the making and an estimated
20,000 people worked to complete this enchanting mausoleum.
Agra
Fort - is situated by the side of Yamuna River. The great Mughal Emperor
Akbar commissioned the construction of the Agra Fort in 1565 AD although
additions were made till the time of his grandson Shahjahan. The forbidding
exteriors of this fort hide an inner paradise. There are a number of
exquisite buildings like the Moti Masjid, a white marble mosque akin to a
perfect pearl, Diwan-i-Am (Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of
Private Audience), Musamman Burj, where Shahjahan died in 1666 AD, and
Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). Jahangir's Palace within the fort complex
contains evidence of Bengali and Gujarati architecture. Afternoon drive to
Bharatpur bird sanctuary.
Keoladeo Ghana National Park - Bharatpur
is now renowned for its World Heritage listed Bird Sanctuary, the Keoladeo
Ghana National Park. The sanctuary was formerly a vast semi-arid region
filling with water during the monsoon only to dry up afterwards.
To
prevent this the Maharaja of Bharatpur diverted water from a nearby
irrigation canal and within a few years birds began to settle in vast
numbers. It is now one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world inundated
with over 400 species of water birds. Exotic migratory birds from
Afghanistan, Central Asia, Tibet as well as Siberian cranes, and bareheaded
geese from China, come here in July/August to spend the winters in warmer
climate and they breed till October/November. Other common bird life to be
seen are cormorants, spoonbills, storks, egrets, herons, pelicans, ibis and
herons can be spotted all over the park. The raised paths camouflaged by
babul trees make their viewing easier. The best time to visit the park is
from October to late February when many migratory birds can be spotted.
Overnight
at hotel. Day 11 Bharatpur / Ranthambhore
Morning: Breakfast at the Hotel. Later drive to
Ranthambhore.
Nestling at the foot of the Aravalli Hills 10km from the
town of Sawai Madhopur, Ranthambhore National Park is one of the prime
examples of Project Tiger's conservation efforts. Though Sawai Madhopur is
an important town with its own historicity, but it is Ranthambhore, which is
known the world over. Ranthambhore blends history of Rajput valour with
scenic natural beauty and is an ideal getaway for an adventurous holiday.
Ranthambhore has been a witness to the rise and fall of many rulers and a
series of battle scenes. In the 13th century AD Govind, the grandson of
Prithviraj Chauhan took over the reign of the land. Later his successor
Vagabhatta, beautified the city and built a noteworthy temple at Jhain. In
the middle of the 15th century AD Rana Kumbha captured the fort and gifted
it to his son to be occupied later by the Had Chauhan Rajputs of Bundi and
Mughal Emperors Akbar and Aurangzeb. Mughal Emperor Shah Alam gifted it to
Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I of Jaipur in 1754 and since then it was
maintained as the hunting preserve of the Maharaja. Queen Elizabeth II and
the Duke of Edinburgh were part of the royal hunting camp who stayed here.
The National Park - was one of the first few areas to come
under Project Tiger and has continued to be the most successful. Sprawling
over an area of 1334 sq. km, the park with its system of lakes and rivers is
hemmed in by steep high crags and on top of one of these stands the majestic
fort. The park area alternates between bushland and fairly dense forest and
is peppered with ruined pavilions, chhatris (cenotaphs) and 'hides'. It's
the ideal place to spot the tiger. The majestic predators, assured of
protection, roam freely during the day time and can be seen at close
quarters. Other wildlife to be seen include sambar, chital, nilgai (blue
bull), chinkara, langur, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, jungle cat,
pythons and leopards. Crocodiles abound in the lakes. The lakes also attract
a large number of migratory and local birds. The best time to visit is
between October and April. The park is closed during the monsoon from July
to September.
Afternoon enjoy the Jungle
Safari into the Ranthambhore National Park.
Overnight at the hotel.Day
12 In Ranthambhore Enjoy Morning & Afternoon safaris to the
Park to view & appreciate wildlife in its natural habitat.
Breakfast,
Lunch & Dinner at the hotel.
Afternoon
visit The Fort - Ranthambhore's royal past manifests itself in the well
preserved imposing fort, built in during the 8th and 10th centuries AD.
Located atop a 200m steep high crag, there are ruined pavilions, chhatris
(cenotaphs), massive ramparts, mighty gates and bastions all around the
hill. This fort is said to be the oldest fort in Rajasthan, it was the
stronghold of the Yadav kings in the 8th century and later of the Had
Chauhans from 10th century onwards. It faced several attacks valiantly and
its history proves that it was never taken in battle by fair means. There is
an 8th century AD Ganesh temple that attracts thousands of devotees. The
temple is the venue for an annual fair held on the occasion of the festival
of Ganesh Chaturthi. One interesting aspect of the temple is that devotees
send mail to Lord Ganesh consisting mainly of wedding invitations, the
letters are brought up to the temple in large sacks every day.
Overnight
at the hotel. Day 13 Ranthambhore / Jaipur
Early Morning Jungle Safari into the Park to view wildlife.
After
the visit have a breakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Jaipur.
Arrive
Jaipur, check into your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight
at the hotel.Day 14 In Jaipur Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel. Later visit the city of Jaipur. The colourful and
vibrant capital of the State of Rajasthan is popularly known as the 'Pink
City' because of the pink-coloured buildings in its old city. it sits on a
dry lakebed in a somewhat arid landscape, surrounded by barren hills
surmounted by forts and crenellated walls. The city owes its name,
foundation and careful planning to the great warrior-astronomer Maharaja Jai
Singh II (1693-1743). In 1727, with Mughal power on the wane, Jai Singh
moved down from his hillside fort at nearby Amber to a new site on the
plains. He laid out the city, with its surrounding walls and rectangular
blocks, according to principles set down in the Shilpa Shastra, an ancient
Hindu treatise on architecture. It is one of India most well planned cities
with wide straight avenues, roads, streets and lanes in a grid system.
Hawa
Mahal - or the Palace of Winds, built in 1799 is the major landmark of
Jaipur. This 5-storey building that overlooks the main street of the old
city, is a stunning example of Rajput artistry with its pink semi-octagonal
and delicately honeycombed sandstone windows. It was originally built to
enable the ladies of the royal household to watch the everyday life and
processions of the city.
City
Palace Complex - located in the heart of the old city, the City Palace
occupies a large series of courtyards, gardens and buildings. The palace is
a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. The sons of the last Maharaja and
his family still reside in a part of the palace. Before the palace proper is
the Mubarak Mahal or Welcome Palace built in the late 19th century by
Maharaja Madho Singh II as a Reception centre for visiting dignitaries. It
now forms part of the Maharaja Sawai Mansingh II Museum, containing a
collection of royal costumes and superb shawls including Kashmiri pashmina
(goat's wool). Other exhibits include armory of Mughals and Rajputs
including swords of different shapes and sizes with chased handles, some of
them inlaid with enamel and embellished with jewels and encased in
magnificent scabbards. Other interesting features of the complex are the
Diwan-I-Am or the Hall of Audience, with its intricate decorations and
manuscripts in Persian and Sanskrit. The Diwan-I-Khas or Hall of Private
Audience, with a marble-paved gallery and the exquisite Peacock Gate in the
Chandra Mahal courtyard. Outside the buildings are kept enormous silver
vessels in which the former Maharaja used to take the holy water of the
Ganges on his trip to England. The complex also has an Art Gallery with an
excellent collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia
and rare astronomical works in Arabic, Persian, Latin and Sanskrit, acquired
by Maharaja Jai Singh II to study astronomy in detail.
Jantar
Mantar - located next to the entrance to the City Palace is this
Observatory, built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728. Jai Singh's passion for
astronomy was even more notable than his power as a warrior. This is the
largest and best preserved of the five observatories that he built. The
others are at Delhi, Varanasi and Ujjain. The fifth, the Muthura observatory
is destroyed. The complex is a collection of curious instruments, each
having a specific purpose such as measuring the positions of stars,
altitudes and azimuths and calculating eclipses. The most striking
instrument is the sundial with its 27m high gnomon.
Museums &
Galleries - there are a couple of interesting museums and galleries in
Jaipur. The Central Museum, housed in the architecturally impressive Albert
Hall in the Ram Niwas Public Gardens has sections on natural history, tribal
wares, dioramas depicting Rajasthani dances, decorative arts, costumes, and
musical instruments. The Museum of Indology is an extraordinary private
collection of folk art objects and other bits and pieces of interest. There
is everything from a map of India painted in a rice grain to manuscripts
(one written by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb), tribal ornaments, fossils, old
currency notes, clocks and much more. Near the Ram Niwas Public Gardens, in
an old theater is Jaipur's Modern Art Gallery. The Juneja Art Gallery has an
excellent collection of contemporary paintings.
Overnight at Hotel
Day 15 Jaipur / Delhi Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel. Later visit the Amber Fort.
Amber -
located 11km north of Jaipur, this was the ancient capital of the Jaipur
State. Maharaja Man Singh, the Rajput commander of Akbar’s army, began
construction of the fort-palace in 1592. It was later extended and completed
by the Jai Singh before the move to the plains. The fort is a superb example
of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside and overlooking a
lake, which reflects its terraces and ramparts.
The Fort is a beautiful
complex of palaces, halls, pavilions, gardens and temples. Centuries of
disuse have not withered their pristine beauty. Notable structures include
the Diwan-I-Am (Hall of Public Audience), a pillared hall with latticed
galleries. The Jai Mandir or Hall of Victory is noted for its inlaid panels
and glittering mirror ceiling. The Sukh Niwas or Hall of Pleasure has an
ivory inlaid sandalwood doorway. The Shila Mata temple has the image of the
patron deity Kali, a form of goddess Durga. The temple is still in use. The
best way of experiencing the majesty of the Bygone era is by taking an
elephant ride to the top of the fort. The city of Amber sprawled below the
Fort, once a settlement of nobles, craftsmen and common folks, is now mostly
is ruins. The remnants of its rich past are the beautifully carved and
planned Jagat Shiromani Temple, a Krishna temple associated with Meerabai,
an ancient temple of Narsinghji and a magnificent step well, Panna
Mian-ka-kund.
Later continue your drive to Delhi.
Overnight at
the hotel Day 16 depart Delhi Today
you are transferred to the airport to board your flight for onward journey.
