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About Palace on Wheels
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The
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Palace on Wheels has graced the Rajasthan tourism and Indian railways since
26th January, 1982 when it made its inaugural operations from October 1982. It
initially comprised of saloons that were used by the royalties of India.
Palace on Wheels has been rated as one of the best ten luxurious rail journeys
in the world.
It offers you a heart-rending trip to the splendid forts and palaces of
Rajasthan in just seven days. Also discover the royal history of Taj Mahal in
Agra. The journey to the hinterland of the desert starts every Wednesday evening
at 1800 hrs from Delhi and ends on the following Wednesday early in the morning
at 0730 hrs.
Palace on Wheels has gained remarkable success and attained world wide acclaim
including the PATA gold award in 1987.
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About the train
It stands on its tracks; a gleaming sealed carriage, every bit as royal as the
original, and perhaps more. The air-conditioning works silently, creating a
space where only the excitement of the history of the Rajput kingdoms permeates
through, clearly captured in a contemporary mode. In all, there are fourteen
saloons, each equipped with two twin-bedded and two double-bedded chambers, with
attached baths that have running hot and cold water and showers. The modern
conveniences have been thoughtfully provided, sofas to sink into, strategically
placed lights to read by, wonderfully appointed beds with comfortable
furnishings, inbuilt wardrobes for the storage of one’s clothes and bags, and
huge plate glass windows to watch the countryside roll past.
Should
you seek company, there is the comfortable bar cum lounge where you can relax
over your favourite drink, burrow in a book or converse with fellow passengers.
Attached to it are two restaurant cars, Maharaja and Maharani respectively, with
opulently draped curtains, exquisitely crafted lights and table settings that
would do a modern city restaurant proud. Here accompanying chefs serve up a
delicious choice of Indian, including Rajasthani, Continental and even Chinese
cuisine that are a feast for the palate. |
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The saloons and the Lavish Interiors
The names of the saloons given are based on the princely states of Rajasthan-
Jaipur, Jodhpur, Alwar, Bundi, Kota, Jhalawar, Dungarpur, Dholpur, Bharatpur,
Jaisalmer, Sirohi, Bikaner, Udaipur and Kishangarh.
You will find
that each saloon highlights the cultural ethos of the state, represented through
the use of furniture, handicrafts, painting and furnishings. The ceiling in the
lounge is of particular interest. Each saloon is different but the overall
ambience of the décor of the saloons has been taken care of to provide
continuity and harmony.
Each saloon has cream yellow colour on its exterior walls and bears the Coat of
Arms (logo) of the erstwhile princely states. |
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Facilities on board
Apart from 14 saloons, each having 4 cabins attached with bath and shower, the
Palace on Wheels has two restaurants cum kitchen cars offering traditional
Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine with the Chef's special variety of the
day. Its well stocked bar serves Indian liquor and variety of scotch, wine and
cocktails. It has piped music in every saloon, and interesting games for
children.
Apart from this, the other services on request include laundry services, and
Doctor on call at each station, barber shop & beauty parlour. The lounge also
has a souvenirs shop 'The Bazaar' where souvenirs and gift items are sold
bearing the insignia of the POW. |
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