| Palace
on Wheels
 Roll back the pages of time for
one glorious week, re capture the pomp and pageantry of a
royal past in royal style. Step aboard the Palace on Wheels,
once the personal railway coaches of the erstwhile rulers
of the princely states of Gujrat and Rajputana, the viceroy
of British India and the Nizam of Hyderabad. See Rajasthan
in all its splendour and the TajMahal at Agra..a celebration
of everything that is beautiful..A journey into the past on
a luxury train.
Travelling on the famed Palace on Wheels is one of the most
memorable ways to explore India's stately splendour. Unquestionably
it's an unparalleled experience to ride the replica carriages
refurbished to look like the original saloons of the Maharajas,
the erstwhile rulers of India. The Palace on Wheels is one
of India's most fascinating sojourns covering the pink state
capital Jaipur, the golden citadel Jaisalmer, the blue city
of Jodhpur, the National Park Ramthambhor, the symbol of chivalry
Chittorgarh, romantic city of Lakes Udaipur, the bird sanctuary
Bharatpur and the mughal capital Agra before returning to
Delhi.
The Palace on Wheels has been rated one of the ten best luxurious
train journeys in the world. Originally the train had 12 fully
furnished non-air conditioned saloons, once owned by former
Maharajas, Governor Generals and Viceroys of the British period.
The Palace on Wheels started as unique holiday concept hauled
by a steam engine with its inaugural trip on 26th January,1982.
In 1991, a new air-conditioned meter gauge Palace on Wheels
on the lines of the old heritage train was launched. The interiors
of the current 14 saloons are authentic replicas of the historic
coaches. Each saloon is equipped with twin- bedded cabins,
each with channel music, intercom, with attached baths and
running hot and cold water and a shower.
The Palace on Wheels has been rated one of the ten best luxurious
train journeys in the world. Originally the train had 12 fully
furnished non-air conditioned saloons, once owned by former
Maharajas, Governor Generals and Viceroys of the British period.
The Palace on Wheels started as unique holiday concept hauled
by a steam engine with its inaugural trip on 26th January,1982.
In 1991, a new air-conditioned meter gauge Palace on Wheels
on the lines of the old heritage train was launched. The interiors
of the current 14 saloons are authentic replicas of the historic
coaches. Each saloon is equipped with twin- bedded cabins,
each with channel music, intercom, with attached baths and
running hot and cold water and a shower.
The coaches are named after erstwhile princely states of Rajasthan,
recalling bygone grandeur and pageantry. Everything matches,
even the ambiance which is totally soaked in the colourful
tradition of Rajasthani art. Panels and ceilings are covered
with miniature and traditional motifs reflecting the pageantry
of courtly life.
Each saloon has a mini pantry and a lounge to ensure availability
of beverages and refreshments and a place to relax and go
together.
Before dinner, most fellow passenger meet at the well-stocked
bar. The bartender mixes cocktails and serves soft alcoholic
beverages. This is the place to sit and be seen sitting and
talking while sipping a drink or simply watching the countryside
through large panoramic windows. Attached to the comfortable
bar lounge are two equally exquisite restaurants, the Maharaja
and the Maharani respectively, with opulent draped curtains,
elegantly crafted lights and stylish dining is among the highlight
of the journey. Apart from the chef's special of the day there
is delicious choice of local Rajasthani, Chinese and Continental
cuisine.
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