Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites of India through MaharajasExp
(TRAVPR.COM) INDIA - August 19th, 2015 - Setting standard and benchmark for the luxury trains, Maharajas Express has come a long way since its maiden trip in March 2010. The itineraries offered by Maharajas Express are tastefully designed to offer a close peek into the rich culture and heritage of India. All the five itineraries are packed with cultural and heritage delights along with wildlife safaris, exclusive shopping experience, royal dining experiences at palaces and courtyard of forts and rejuvenating spa session at 5-star hotels, the guests are served and pampered in utmost comfort and luxury. Maharajas Express, worlds most luxurious train, is certainly the best and lavish mode of travel in India. This luxurious mode of transport is not just reckoned for its state-of-the-art facilities and wonderful hospitality but also for its off-train excursions of Indias prominent tourist destinations like Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Varanasi and Lucknow. Beside these exotic locations, guests also get to explore eight UNESCO world heritage sites of India in sheer elegance and opulence. The UNESCO heritage sites covered by the Maharajas Express include Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Khajuraho Temple, Ajanta Cave, Jantar Mantar, and Amber Fort. Explore these eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites with Maharajas Express in absolute luxury and style.
Taj Mahal Beauty Personified
Taj Mahal, the ultimate mausoleum of love, is crafted out of soft and pure white marble and ornamented with semi-precious stones. In the peaceful environs of this architectural marvel rests the king with his beloved queen. Maharajas Express provides globe-trotters the opportunity to unfold the past of this UNESCO World heritage site to enrich their knowledge about this wonder epic in stone. This luxurious train will immerse you into the saga of pure love that is culled completely from facts.
Agra Fort A Symbol of Strength and Power
Agra Fort or the Lal Qila is the highlight of the Agra city and is a mark of strength, power and resilience. Built by Akbar in Red Sandstone, this fort served as a military strategic point as well as the royal residence of the king. The construction of this fort was started in 1565 and took around eight years to complete it. Within its 2.5 km long enclosure walls this fortress comprises the imperial city of the Mughals. This fort encompasses amazing palaces like Khas Mahal, Jahangir Palace and audience halls such as the Diwan-i-Khas and two beautiful mosques. Expedition of this marvelous fort with Maharajas Express is a once in a lifetime experience, as the guests get to experience the finest example of craftsmanship of the Mughal era.
Fatehpur Sikri An Architectural Wonder of Agra
Fatehpur Sikri, an exceptional testimony to the Mughal civilization, renders a unique example of architectural ensembles of high quality. Built in the period between 1571 and 1585, the structure of Fatehpur Sikri strongly influenced the evolution of Indian town planning. Declared as the world heritage site, Fatehpur Sikri is known for its architectural wonder. The grandeur of this city cannot be expressed in words. Maharajas Express provides golden opportunity to the travelers to experience this magnificent city.
Khajuraho Temples Epitome of temple art
Discover this UNESCO world heritage site with Maharajas Express. This is a popular tourist and archaeological site of Madhya Pradesh and is also included in the list of Seven Wonders of the World. The quaint small temple town is famous for its erotic sculptures and medieval Hindu temples.Known for its sculptured temples of Shiva, Vishnu and Jain patriarchs, Khajuraho comprises of 85 temples built by different rulers from the period of 950 to 1050. Out of these 85 temples 22 are still well preserved. The temples are richly carved with excellent sculptures and are touted among the finest temple art in the world. The Chandela kings promoted various Tantric doctrines through royal monuments, including temples. Sculptors of Khajuraho depicted all aspects of life. The society of the time believed in dealing frankly and openly with all aspects of life, including sex. Tantric cosmos is divided into the male and female principle. Male principle has the form and potential, female has the energy. According to Hindu and Tantric philosophy, one cannot achieve anything without the other, as they manifest themselves in all aspects of the universe. Nothing can exist without their cooperation and coexistence. In accordance with ancient treaties on architecture, erotic depictions were reserved for specific parts of the temples only.
Ajanta Caves Masterpiece of Buddhist Religious Art
Maharajas Express takes tourists on to a discovery of Indias rich culture, artistry and craftsmanship for which this country is known for. This expedition of Ajanta Caves becomes great revelation for tourists who dreamt to discover and explore new experiences in India. The rock-cut cave of the Ajanta is Maharashtras pride that shows the degree of skill and expertise possessed by the Indian craftsmen several hundred years ago. It comprises of 30 rock-cut caves depicting Buddhist sculpture and frescoes from the religious and secular life of eight centuries. The paintings and sculptures of Ajanta are considered as masterpieces of Buddhist religious art. A significant tourist destination in the world, the caves are popular for its murals and prove to be finest example of Indian art.
Jantar Mantar A Magnificent Observatory in Jaipur
Designated a UNESCO world heritage site in the year 2000, Jantar Mantar is a phenomenal sight famous for the great precision of its calculations. At first glance it seems to be a collection of stone sculptures but upon closer inspection with the guides the travelers will come to know that each construct in the observatory help in discovering the precise celestial movements and for complex calculations of star positions, altitudes, azimuths and to predict eclipses. Experiencing and exploring this magnificent observatory with Maharajas Express, Indias most coveted and renowned luxurious train, is like a dream come true.
Amber Fort A Fine Blend of Hindu and Mughal Architecture
Amber Fort, A UNESCO world heritage site, is renowned for its artistic style having a fine blend of art and culture of Rajputana rulers. The colossal Amber Fort proves to be a perfect evidence of the grandeur of the ancient times. The guests onboard Maharajas Express gets to experience this stunning fort built entirely with white marble and red sandstone. Situated just 11 km from Jaipur, this fort is set in picturesque and rugged hills and is perfect blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. To add to the charm of the fort, Maotha Lake lies in its foreground and the crystal clear image of the fort on the still water of the lake appears to be a beautiful illusion.
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