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Jodhpur the city is known for its striking forts, stately
palaces and gracious buildings. Some of these are now India's finest
hotels. The city was built in 1459 by Rao Jodha of the Rajput
clan. Places of interest are Meharangarh fort - The most
impressive fort in entire Rajasthan, was built by the city's founder
five centuries ago. All rulers of the city were crowned here.
Jaswant Thada, A memorial built in pure white marble is for the
exclusive use of the royal family, as a crematorium. Umaid Bhawan
Palace, built in this century, resembles the Taj Mahal, but in rose
coloured sandstone. Old fort museum and Mandore Gardens. |
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Summer = 27 to 42 degree celcius
Winter =
25 to 9 degree celcius |
| Udaipur city of lakes and palaces, the enchanting lake city of
Udaipur nestles in a valley among lush hills of the Aravalis, on the
banks of the shimmering Lake Pichola. The main part of the palace
converted into Museum, Lake Palace now converted into a luxury
hotel. Pratap Samarak - Hilltop garden with the statue of Maharana
Pratap, Saheho ki Ban, brings to the fore the unique life style of
the royal ladies who once strolled in these gardens. |
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Summer = 28 to 38 degree celcius
Winter =
28 to 11 degree celcius |
Varanasi one
of the India's oldest and holiest cities. The river front, seen at dawn,
is a spiritually uplifting sight. it is also a famous centre for silk and
cotton weaving.
| A boat ride on river Ganges enables one to observe the
rituals being performed by the devotees on the banks. Places of
interest are the Ghats - Sacred steps running down into Ganges
river, Bharat Mata Temple is unique and is dedicated to the nation.
Instead of deities's statues, it houses one of the most perfect
relief maps of India carved out of marble. Yishweshwara Temple -
Dedicated to Lord Shiva. Benares Hindu University - A centre of
education in Indian art, Culture and music. Sarnath is an
important pilgrimage point for all buddhists.- |
 | It was in the deer park at
Sarnath, 10 kms from Varanasi, that Lord Buddha delivered his first
sermon. It was at Sarnath he set forth, for the first time, the wheel of
law.
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Max. temp is 46 degree celcius
Min. temp
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