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About
Palace On Wheels
Among the most luxurious trains in the world, Palace on Wheels, is India's
first tourist train. Launched in 1982 by the efforts made by Indian
Railways and the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, the train
takes you on an unparalleled tour through the enchanting countryside
and the splendid monuments of the land of Maharajas, Rajasthan. The
fascinating train was inspired by the Royal coaches, which belonged
to the former rulers of the princely states.
The
journey on Palace - on - Wheels
earlier constituted of these erstwhile royal coaches. But 9 years later,
these coaches were declared misfit for smooth rail - journey. Hence
in 1999, meter gauge Palace of Wheels were introduced, whose designs
were based on the coaches and were also air - conditioned. In 1995 they
were converted into broad - gauge, air - condition Palace on Wheels.
The train houses 14 saloons, 4 coupes with two beds each with attached
bath, shower, channel music, fully carpeted and specially designed furniture.
Mini pantries are situated in each saloon which provides hot as well
as cold beverages and refreshment throughout the journey. The train
also has an exquisite lounge along with a fine bar car. This magnificent
trains with adorned interiors, is a royal treat, informing about the
erstwhile Rajput Kingdoms. Each of the 14 coaches in the train, is a
reminder of the former Empires of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Jaisalmer,
Bundi, Bikaner, Bharatpur, Alwar, Sirohi, Kishangarh, Dungapur, Jhalawar
and Dholpur. Each coach is made of 4 coupes ornated in the colours which
are reminders of the kingdom and house the royal emblem. The coaches
have a distinctive character of these royal kingdoms.
Among
the four compartments two contain double beds and fold away bed for
a third person or a child (if accompanied by). The rooms have attached
bath, with hot as well cold water and showers. The rooms have also have
built in wardrobes, piped music, reading light, night light and various
other amenities. The splendid interiors are fully carpeted and ornated
with fantastic furniture. A lounges at the end of each coach is a place
where passengers read, relax, converse or enjoy the rolling by countryside
which provides an excellent view of the deserts and the Aravalli ranges.
Excellent continental and Indian delicacies are available in the Maharaja
& Maharani restuarants. Chefs dressed traditionally prepare these
dishes in the attached pantry and are always ready to help. Soft and
alcoholic beverage are available on the bar - lounge here created specially
for this coach.
The
train departs from Delhi and halts at Jaipur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur,
Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur and Agra. The traveling is at night times
and the touring is during the daytime. At every stop the passengers
are taken for sight seeing of the place.
 
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