An adventurous odyssey to the diverse regions of India suddenly creates a fantasy world in the minds of the travelers who take delight in knowing the unknown and exploring the unexplored. This adventurous odyssey gets the feather of gaiety with Maharajas Express that offers a window to the soul of the country. Crisscrossing the sand dunes, impenetrable forests, holy land of the Ganges and witnessing the grandeur of the royal people of the land, this Indian luxury train takes the travelers to a soulful sojourn to India in the most luxuriant manner.
To befit the diverse needs of the travelers, this royal Indian train has developed 5 meticulously tailored journeys each of which are unique in their presentation and style. Indian Panorama by Maharajas’ Express is thus not merely the name of a journey but a red-letter excavation on the tracks of empire. The spiritual tranquility of Varanasi, immortal beauty of Taj Mahal, sensuous moods of the temples of Khajuraho, elegant splendor of Lucknow and the wilderness of Ranthambore, every characteristic of this Asian subcontinent is being beautifully unfolded by the royal train journey called Indian Panorama. The destinations of this deluxe rail journey are diverse and present a different flavor and color of India.
Delhi-
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| Raj Ghat Delhi |
The once in a lifetime journey of Indian Panorama begins from the splendid capital of Delhi. Various invaders had invaded the city from time to time and thus left their footprints in the form of monuments, forts, temples and mosques. Even today also, Delhi is the dwelling of people from diverse castes, creeds and religions. Red Fort, India Gate, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Lodhi Garden, Humayun’s Tomb etc. are just not the prime attractions of the city, but silently tells the saga of various periods in the history of the country. Along with the past reminiscent, the city of Delhi has turned into a rapidly developing commercial and entertainment hub. The mushrooming of shopping malls, street markets, night clubs and multi-specialty food corners mark a new era of modern life in the city of Delhi.
Jaipur-
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| Amer Fort - Jaipur |
Drenched in the royal memory of the yore, the ‘pink city’ Jaipur is the next destination of Indian Panorama. Like various other parts of the country, Jaipur also has many folklores to tell to its visitors. The name ‘pink city’ has been given to Jaipur for the pinkish hue created by the scattering of pink colored buildings in the city. Though Rajputana influence is more visible in Jaipur, but a fine expression of Mughal art and architecture can also be witnessed there. Those who want to experience classical India, Jaipur is probably one of the best options for them. Every fort and palace in Jaipur is fine examples of human genius and of architecture. Moreover, the art and music of the place also has made a benchmark in the international spectrum.
Ranthambore-
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| Ranthambore National Park |
To add a touch of adventure, the Indian Panorama chugs to Ranthambore, the land of the valorous Indian wild cats in Rajasthan. Seeing these majestic predators in their natural habitat excites the senses and offers a spine shivering experience. Apart from the valiant tigers, the Ranthambore National Park is also a dwelling of the colorful species of birds, diverse wild animals and rarest species of plants and trees. A dream destination for the wildlife photographers, Ranthambore certainly mounts in the list of best wildlife destinations in India.
Fatehpur Sikri-
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| princely India Fatehpur Sikri |
Declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Fatehpur Sikri is the place that speaks of much about the Mughal era in India. Mughal Emperor Akbar built this city in the second half of the 16th century and also lived there for around 12 years. All the temples, monuments and mosques in this city of Akbar reflect a uniformity of architecture. The evolution of Indian town planning, especially at Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi) was being greatly influenced by the form and layout of Fatehpur Sikri. The inner citadel of this city of victory has immaculately preserved manmade wonders like Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza, the tomb of Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti, and the Jama Masjid.
Agra-
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| Taj Mahal - Agra |
Situated in the Indian state of Utter Pradesh, Agra is crowned with the most majestic monument of love, the Taj Mahal. Counted as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal bears witness to the immortal love of a king for his beloved queen. The architectural brilliance of Taj Mahal can be seen in its medley of white domed marble mausoleum, water fountains and its manicured gardens. Apart from this white maiden of love, Agra is dotted with other forts and palaces among which Agra Fort, Baby Taj, Chini ka Rauza and Ram Bagh are of prime importance.
Gwalior-
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| Gwalior Fort - Gwalior |
Crossing the hills and plains of India, the Maharajas’ Express reaches Gwalior, it next destination. The city has a history as fascinating as its monuments and forts. With more than a century old history, Gwalior is said to be named after the saint Gwalipa who cured the king from a deadly disease. With its sandstone mosques, rock cut temples and fabulous statues, Gwalior upkeeps its glorious tradition of the past. The monuments built in the yester years by the royal people create a mesmerizing hue in the city.
Orcha-
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| Chaturbhuj Temple - Orchha |
It is said that every corner of India offers a different feel and charm and Orcha in Madhya Pradesh is a silent bearer of this saying. It is a small town dwelling in the banks of the river Betwa and offers a natural ménage to the travelers. The temples and palaces in Orcha reflect the traditions, customs, art and culture of the Bundela dynasty who established it as their capital. Though sand of time has brought many changes in this city, still its treasure trove is full of precious jewels to offer to its visitors.
Khajuraho-
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| Classical India Khajuraho |
Famous for its century old fleet of temple, Khajuraho in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh is certainly a paradise for the art lovers. There is no clear evidence about the creation of these buildings, but certainly they also encompass many tales and folklores involving different mythological characters. The entire temple fleet in Khajuraho is studded with erotic scenes and postures sculptured on its walls. Frequently sensual and at times sexually explicit, all the sculptures engraved on these temples presents excellently the refined thoughts of the creator.
Varanasi-
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| Ganga Aarti - Varanasi |
With a history of as old as time, Varanasi in India is the melting pot of life and death. Religion forms one of the most important colors of India and thus Varanasi is the best place to feel this color. The river Ganges, floating aside this holy land of gods and goddesses, create a celestial charm and purifies the soul with the mild lapping of its breeze. Just few kilometers away from Varanasi is the Bodh Gaya, where the all benign Lord Buddha attained the enlightenment of the soul. A visit to Varanasi is certainly a soul purifying journey.
Lucknow-
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| Classical India Bbara-imam-bara |
The city of Nawabs, Lucknow is famous for its delicacy and elegance. In the city of Lucknow you can see the gracefulness of traditions, customs and mannerisms. The city is highly rich with its music and dance, and with highly acclaimed art works. Ruled by the Nawabs for hundreds of years, Lucknow is also one of the best seats of literature education in the country. The scattering of various historical monuments make it one of the best destinations for the tourists and vacationers.
Every shade, every color and every aspect of Indian lifestyle and history turns alive in a train journey with Maharajas’ Express. Covering diverse destinations in its weeklong journey
, Indian Panorama transports the guests to the heritage era of the country. Suffused with sheer opulence, this Indian luxury train journey is certainly a royal ride on the tracks of empire.You may like to visit the website of Maharajas Express for more information about Maharajas Express
Indian Panorama itinerary.
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