ROYAL INDIA

• Visit the Taj Mahal
• Glimpse of rural India : village jeep safari at Nimaj
• Visit the Mehrangarh Fort
• Gem stones and silver jewelry
• Uphill elephant ride to Amber fort palace

Thousands of years of a fairly turbulent history has left its mark on India and its most prominent reminder are the massive forts which lie scattered across India. Moated, turreted and thickly walled these citadels reflect the power and might of every ruler. Yet the exquisitely ornamental palaces reflect the artistic development over the years, and the grandeur and luxury in which the rajas and maharaja's lived.

The tour begins at New Delhi, the seat of power from ancient to modern India. A tour of Old Delhi once the seat of the Mughal Empire gives you the first glimpse into the royal past of India. New Delhi also, houses many colonial architectural feats which are not to be missed. A few hours drive takes you to Agra, famed as the city of the Taj Mahal. While in Agra also visit the impressive Agra Fort. The 16^th century Mughal monument built of red sand stone comprises of many fairy tale palaces, such as the Jahangir palace and the Khas Mahal and audience halls such as the Diwan-i-Khas and two very beautiful mosques. The tour next takes you to the vibrant city of Jaipur, the highlight of your stay here is a visit to the classic and romantic fort palace with a magnificent aura - the Amber fort palace.

Apart from royalty the tour also allows you to take a glimpse of rural India at Nimaj. Your next destination is the city of Jodhpur which is dominated by the impressive Mehrangarh Fort. During your stay here also visit a nearby village inhabited by the bishnois, an indigenous community and many groups of weavers and potters. Enroute to Udaipur visit the intricately carved Jain temple complex at Ranakapur. The view of the lake palace which seems to float on Lake Pichola, leaves you to wonder the opulence of India's royal past.

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