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City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
In 2009, Udaipur was rated the top city in the World's Best Awards by Travel + Leisure
The Hawa Mahal of Jaipur built in 1799, by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, is the most recognizable monument of Jaipur. This is one of the many corridors of Hawa Mahal in typical Rajputana architecture. The 953 perforations on the facade of the Hawa Mahal serve as a breeze-making device for those who stand inside its ramping corridors!
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This 15th century Neemrana heritage hotel is among the most popular resorts close to Delhi for weekend breaks. Here is this well lit seven palace wings built over 14 layers tiered into the Aravallies, looks a beautiful sight. Adding to the mesmerizing view is the clear midnight blue February sky and the gradual hills.
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The Jagat Shiromani Temple, with the majestic Amber Palace as its backdrop, creates a breathtaking scene. Intricate carvings, golden hues, and serene chants make it a magical, spiritual experience.
The Jagat Shiromani Temple is nestled in Amer near Jaipur, Rajasthan. This 16th-century temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, Meera Bai, and Vishnu, boasts intricate carvings and exquisite sculptures that reflect the rich heritage of Rajputana artistry
City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
In 2009, Udaipur was rated the top city in the World's Best Awards by Travel + Leisure
There are a number of Havelis in Jaisalmer which feature different types of architecture like Rajputana and Islamic architecture. All the havelis are made using yellow sandstone and have beautifully carved facades and beautiful oriel windows. The beauty of these havelis is truly unmatched. The spectacular architecture of the havelis speaks of the creativity and innovation of craftsmen of those times.
Nagaur fort, the foundation of which dates back in the 2nd century, has witnessed several dynasties to rise and fall....taken in Rajasthan, India
City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
In 2009, Udaipur was rated the top city in the World's Best Awards by Travel + Leisure
Old Indian Fort Palace converted into a heritage hotel, Neemrana Fort Palace. The Fort is located at an ancient historical town in Alwar district of Rajasthan, India
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This 15th century Neemrana heritage hotel is among the most popular resorts close to Delhi for weekend breaks. Here is this well lit seven palace wings built over 14 layers tiered into the Aravallies, looks a beautiful sight. Adding to the mesmerizing view is the clear midnight blue February sky and the gradual hills.
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The Hawa Mahal of Jaipur built in 1799, by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, is the most recognizable monument of Jaipur. This is one of the many corridors of Hawa Mahal in typical Rajputana architecture. The 953 perforations on the facade of the Hawa Mahal serve as a breeze-making device for those who stand inside its ramping corridors!
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Jaipur City Palace: Built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Rajputana dynasty. The City palace is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture that represents the whole of India.
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Vijay stambha or Victory tower,erected by Rana Kumbha in between 1440 and 1448 to commemorate his victory over the combined forces of the Kings of Malwa and Gujarat in 1440.The nine storeyed tower rises to a height of 122 feet and has a girth of 30 feet at the base.The elegant limestone structure is ornately carved and studded with splendid sculptures of hindu deities.
The spectacular palace sprawling over an area of 26 acres was built by Maharaja Umaid Singh between 1929 and 1942,as famine relief project and costed over Rs 1.5 Crores.It is believed to be the largest personal residence in the world as well as the only palace to be constructed in 20 th century.HV. Lancaster and J.R. Lodge were the chief architects.It's a splendid example of Indo-colonial and art deco style of the '30s.The unique feature of this palace is the fact that hand chiselled sandstone blocks have been put together in a special system of interlocking and there is no morter binding..A portion of this palace has been converted into a luxurious hotel.
Mehrangarh fort or the "Sun" fort was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD when he shifted his capital from the nearby Mandore,on the advice of a hermit.The imposing fort perches atop a 125 m high hill,above the city and overlooks the rugged and rocky terrain.It is a standing sentinel to the grandeur of the past,invincible and dauntless in its league with time.
Visited the cities of Agra and Jaipur during my annual pilgrimage to India in January. Was lucky to score some amazing skies during my trip.
This is a shot of the Jal mahal (Lake Palace) in Jaipur. Situated in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake, it is a fine specimen of the Rajput architecture.
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Jal mahal or the "Water palace" was built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799,in the midst of picturesque Maan Sagar lake.It was the summer resort of the erstwhile royal family.
To understand why Jodhpur is known as “the blue city” you should head towards the older quarters of Jodhpur. Here many of the houses are painted blue.The reason behind it is not clear though.Some says those blue houses belongs to the families of brahmins and some others says houses were painted blue by using chemicals including copper sulphate to get rid of termites.
Mehrangarh fort or the "Sun" fort was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD when he shifted his capital from the nearby Mandore,on the advice of a hermit.The imposing fort perches atop a 125 m high hill,above the city and overlooks the rugged and rocky terrain.It is a standing sentinel to the grandeur of the past,invincible and dauntless in its league with time.
City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
In 2009, Udaipur was rated the top city in the World's Best Awards by Travel + Leisure
A pesar del madrugón que nos dimos y de las largas jornadas de viaje que ya llevábamos, el amanecer en el Gangaur Ghat fue una de las mejores experiencias que recordamos de nuestro viaje por la India.
Además de las espectaculares vistas disfrutamos de la amabilidad y las sonrisas que nos ofrecieron sus hombres, mujeres y, sobre todo, sus niños.
El lago Pichola de Udaipur (Rajastán) no sólo es conocido por su Lake Palace o por las escenas de la pelicula Octopussy, es también el lugar al que acuden sus habitantes para las abluciones diarias o simplemente para refrescarse y lavar la ropa.
Lake Pichola in Udaipur (Rajasthan) is not only known for its Lake Palace or the scenes of the movie Octopussy, is also the place where residents come for daily ablutions or simply to cool off and wash.
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Udaipur, also known as the City of Lakes, is a city, a Municipal Corporation and the administrative headquarters of the Udaipur district in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It is located 403 kilometres southwest of the state capital, Jaipur, 576 km. Udaipur is the historic capital of the kingdom of Mewar in the former Rajputana Agency.
Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East", and is also nicknamed the "Lake City". Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state.
Udaipur is the historic capital of the kingdom of Mewar in the former Rajputana Agency.
Apart from its history, culture, and scenic locations, it is also known for its Rajput-era palaces. The Lake Palace, for instance, covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East", and is also nicknamed the "Lake City" or "City of Lakes".Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state.
Sir Edwin Lutyen, British architect and visionary, was called upon to design a new capital for the British rulers of India. His brief was unambiguous, the new capital should match, if not improve upon, the grandeur and vastness of the world’s best cities, yet capitalize on the intricacy of the Indian architecture. 2800 acres of land was carved outside the old city, away from the hustle and bustle of Chandni Chowk and the ramparts of the Red Fort.
With a free hand to draw as he pleased, Lutyen sketched out the flowing lines of New Delhi - the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President’s House), the Parliament, the magnificent drive or Raj Path from the President’s house to the India Gate and the Canopy beyond for the statue of King George.
Offices of the British Resident, the North and the South Blocks, flanking the side of the Rashtrapati Bhavan melted into the buildings that housed the local administration. Deep set and overlooking the large greens dotted with small streams and fountains and planted with the saplings of the shade-giving and water-conserving Jamun tree, the gracious India Gate lawns were regal in their splendour.
About Fatehpur Sikri
'Fatehpur Sikri' is a city and a municipal board in Agra district in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Built near the much older Sikri, the historical city of BHARAT, as it was first named Sikrigarh, was constructed by Sikriwal Rajput Rajas Last Emperor Maharana Sangram Singh beginning in 1500. At Seventh attack of Akbar Sikriwal Rajput left Palace after that Sikrigarh was named Fateh(victory)pur Sikri.There was a temple of Sikriwal Rajputs Kuldevi(Named Chamad Devi)In front of Lal Darwaja of Sikrigarh(at present Fatehpur Sikri).After victory on sikrigarh Akber served as the capital from 1571 to 1585. He was named Salim to honour the saint and would later rule the empire as Emperor Jahangir. Here after the second birthday of Jahangir in 1571, Akbar then 28 years old, decided to shift his capital from Agra to the Sikri ridge, to honor Salim Chishti, and commenced the construction of a planned walled city which took the next fifteen years in planning and construction of a series royal palaces, harem, courts, a mosque, private quarters and other utility buildings. He named the city, Fatehabad, with Fateh, a word of Arabic origin in Persian, meaning "victory", it was later called Fatehpur Sikri. It is at Fatehpur Sikri that the legends of Akbar and his famed courtiers, the nine jewels or Navaratnas, were born . One of them, musician and singer Tansen is said to have performed on an island in the middle of the pool Anup Talao.
According to contemporary historians, Akbar took a great interest in the building of Fatehpur Sikri and probably also dictated its architectural style. Seeking to revive the splendours of Persian court ceremonial made famous by his ancestor Timur, Akbar planned the complex on Persian principles. But the influences of his adopted land came through in the typically Indian embellishments. The Easy availability of sandstone in the neighbouring areas of Fatehpur Sikri, also meant that all the buildings here were made of the red stone. The imperial Palace complex consists of a number of independent pavilions arranged in formal geometry on a piece of level ground, a pattern derived from Arab and central Asian tent encampments. In its entirety, the monuments at Fatehpur Sikri thus reflect the genius of Akbar in assimilating diverse regional architectural influences within a holistic style that was uniquely his own.
The Imperial complex was abandoned in 1585, shortly after its completion, due to paucity of water and its proximity with the Rajputana areas in the North-West, which were increasingly in turmoil. Thus the capital was shifted to Lahore so that Akbar could have a base in the less stable part of the empire, before moving back Agra in 1598, where he had begun his reign as he shifted his focus to Deccan. In fact, he never returned to the city except for a brief period in 1601. In later Mughal history it was occupied for a short while by Mughal emperor, Muhammad Shah (r. 1719 -1748), and his regent, Sayyid Hussain Ali Khan Barha, one of the Syed Brothers, was murdered here in 1720. Today much of the imperial complex which spread over nearly two mile long and one mile wide area is largely intact and resembles a ghost town. It is still surrounded by a five mile long wall built during its original construction, on three sides. However apart from the imperial buildings complex few other buildings stand in the area, which is mostly barren, except of ruins of the bazaars of the old city near the Naubat Khana, the 'drum-house' entrance at Agra Road. The modern town lies at the western end of the complex, which was a municipality from 1865 to 1904, and later made a "notified area", and in 1901 had a population of 7,147. For a long time it was still known for its masons and stone carvers, though in Akbar time it was known and 'fabrics of hair' and 'silk-spinning'. The village of Sikri still exists nearby.
Jaisalmer,the glorious golden citadel of the Thar desert is one of the last princely bastions of Rajasthan.The city was founded in 1156 by Rao Jaisal,a descendent of Yadav clan and a Bhatti Rajput.The Bhatti Rajputs were feudal chiefs and a feared lot known for their valour and chivalry.They levied taxes on the caravans that travelled the ancient spice route,on their way to Delhi or Sind and also went on rampage over the nearby fortresses,bringing huge wealth to the city.
The desert city is also called the Golden city for the color it gets from the yellow sandstone used for construction of the buildings.Jaisalmer has come a long way since being an important town along the ancient camel-train route ran through India and Central Asia.The rise in sea trade, especially during the British era, lent a crippling blow to Jaisalmer..but the glory of the golden city remain unaffected.
Dewan-e-Khash, "the house of the private audiences" is the place of Mehrangarh fort,Jodhpur where the Rajput King received his courtiers and state guests.
Jaisalmer,the glorious golden citadel of the Thar desert is one of the last princely bastions of Rajasthan.The city was founded in 1156 by Rao Jaisal,a descendent of Yadav clan and a Bhatti Rajput.The Bhatti Rajputs were feudal chiefs and a feared lot known for their valour and chivalry.They levied taxes on the caravans that travelled the ancient spice route,on their way to Delhi or Sind and also went on rampage over the nearby fortresses,bringing huge wealth to the city.
The desert city is also called the Golden city for the color it gets from the yellow sandstone used for construction of the buildings.Jaisalmer has come a long way since being an important town along the ancient camel-train route ran through India and Central Asia.The rise in sea trade, especially during the British era, lent a crippling blow to Jaisalmer..but the glory of the golden city remain unaffected.
Acharya Vijayanand Suri (1837–1896), also known as Atmaramji of Gujranwala, was the first Swetambar Murtipujaka Jain monk in modern times to receive the title of Acharya.Born and raised in Punjab, he was initiated as Sthanakvasi monk who later joined Murtipujaka tradition. He travelled extensively in Gujarat, Rajputana and Punjab; and organised and reformed Jain community, ascetic orders and literature. He wrote several books in Hindi and was invited to the first World Parliament of Religions in 1893 which was attended by Virchand Gandhi later.
He was born on 6 April 1837 CE (Chaitra Shukla 1 Vikram Samvat 1893) in Lehara, Punjab to Ganeshchandra and Rupdevi. He was born in a Brahmakshatriya Hindu family.His father was an army official of Ranjit Singh. His father died in his early childhood and he was raised by his mother. He was given to Sheth Jodhmal of Jira, Punjab for education in VS 1903. He studied Hindi and arithmetic. He came into contact with Sthanakvasi monks during his school life. A couple of influential Sthanakavasi monks initiated him in 1853 (VS 1910) at the age of sixteen and was given the name of Atmaram.
Ascetic career
Memorial shrine in Gujranwala, now used as police station of Sabzi Mandi area. From Chicago Prashnottar, 1918
Atmaram began the study of Jain scriptures along with his fellow ascetics. He was later joined by a Yati of Tapa Gaccha lineage. After several years of study, he was convinced that the Sthanakavasi position of opposition of Idol-worshiping contradicted the scriptures.Later in 1876 (VS 1943), he was initiated again as a Murtipujaka monk in Ahmedabad by Muni Buddhivijay, also known as Buterayji of Tapa Gaccha who himself was Sthanakvasi monk before. He was given a new name, Anandvijay.
In 1886, he was conferred the title of Acharya by the congregation of Palitana during his Chaturmas (four months stay during rainy season) there. This was a notable event because since four centuries, there wasn't an ascetic who was conferred with the title of Acharya. He was the first Acharya of contemporary Jain history as till then only Yatis were conferred with the title. As a result of reforms advocated by him, the influence of yatis declined, although the yatis still survive in some locations.
He travelled extensively in Gujarat and Punjab. He convinced to open Jain Bhandaras (libraries) with Jain literature kept closed for people since years and had texts copied and examined by scholars. He brought these literature to light and instilled sense of identity among Jains. In 1893, he was invited to participate in the first ever World Parliament of Religions at Chicago and since Jain monks do not travel overseas he sent Virchand Gandhi to United States to participate in the World Parliament of Religions. He won silver medal in 1893 at Chicago and was covered by many USA periodicals.Based on questions that he had received from the organizers of the Parliament, he wrote a book for the occasion entitled The Chicago-Prashnottar or Questions and Answers on Jainism for the Parliament of Religions Held at Chicago USA in 1893. He was instrumental in reviving the tradition of fully initiated monks (Samvegi sadhu). He also convinced many Sthankvasis in the Punjab to join the Murtipujaka tradition. About 15000 people converted to Jainism due to his efforts. He also encouraged the construction and renovation of Jain temples. He had helped orientalist Rudolf Hoernlé in his studies on Jainism.
He died in Gujranwala (now in Pakistan) on 20 May 1896 (Jayeshtha Shukla 13 VS 1953). A memorial shrine dedicated to him was built there,which is now used as a police station of Sabzi Mandi area. His footprints along with the chhatri (cenotaph) over them, are moved to Lahore Fort Museum
City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
In 2009, Udaipur was rated the top city in the World's Best Awards by Travel + Leisure
Udaipur, is a city, a municipal corporation and the administrative headquarters of the Udaipur district in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It is located 403 kilometres southwest of the state capital, Jaipur and 250 km northeast from Ahmedabad. Udaipur is the historic capital of the kingdom of Mewar in the former Rajputana Agency. The Sisodia clan of Rajputs ruled the Mewar and its capital was shifted from Chittorgarh to Udaipur after founding city of Udaipur by Maharana Udai Singh. The Mewar province became part of Rajasthan after India became independent.
Udaipur is a very popular tourist destination. Apart from its history, culture, and scenic locations, it is also known for its Rajput-era palaces. The Lake Palace, for instance, covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East", and is also nicknamed the "Lake City" or "City of Lakes". Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state.
A meter gauge loco belonging to the Rajputana Malwa Railway on display in the National Rail Museum New Delhi.
Made in typical Rajasthani architecture is the Neemrana fort part converted into a luxury hotel. Lit with beautiful lights showing the lovely interior and the arched doors!
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Udaipur also known as the City of Lakes, is a city, a Municipal Council and the administrative headquarters of the Udaipur district in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It is the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in Rajputana Agency. Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Jaisamand, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state. Apart from its glorious history, culture and scenic location, it is also known for its Rajput-era palaces. The Lake Palace, for instance, covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East" and is also nicknamed the "Lake City".
Man on this shot is washing his cup in front of Lake Palace (formerly known as Jag Niwas), which is a luxury hotel, of 83 rooms and suites featuring white marble walls, located on a natural foundation of 4 acres (16,000 m2) rock on the Jag Niwas island in Lake Pichola, Udaipur, India. The hotel operates a boat which transports guests to the hotel from a jetty at the City Palace.
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City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
In 2009, Udaipur was rated the top city in the World's Best Awards by Travel + Leisure
The origin of the Thar desert is a controversial subject. Some consider it to be only 4000 to 10,000 years old, whereas others state that aridity started in this region much earlier. Also known as The Great Indian Desert, it is spread over four states in India, namely Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Gujarat, and two states in Pakistan and covers an area of about 4,46,000 square kilometres.
The average annual rainfall of the region varies from 100 to 500 mm, it is distributed very erratically, occurring mostly between July and September. The mean average temperature varies from a minimum of 24 degrees C to 26 degrees C in summer to 4 degrees C to 10 degrees C in winter. One unique feature of this desert is that there is neither an oasis in it nor any artesian well.
Udaipur was founded by Maharana Udai Singh in 1559 and was named after him.The city is surrounded by an amphitheater of low hills and studded with placid blue lakes and white marble palaces.
Set in the turquoise waters of lake Pichola,it is one of the finest example of Mughal Rajput architecture.It was built in 1754 by Maharana Jagat Singh II and was named as Jag Niwas after its founder.The luxurious Lake palace is perhaps one of the most beautiful palaces of the world.The cool haven was used as a summer resort by successive rulers,but now it has been converted into a luxurious hotel.
Charles Gesner van der Voort (1916-1991) was part of a group of Dutch bachelors in pre-war Shanghai. Another member of this group was David van Gelderen (1908-1990), originally from Rotterdam. He arrived in Shanghai in 1933, working for Unilever, a merger of the operations of Dutch Margarine Unie and British soap maker Lever Brothers.
The photo albums of his China years contain many photos of the bachelor life in those days: travel, work, parties, trips within China and to Japan. They also include photos of the bombing of the Unilever factory during the 1937 Japanese attack of Shanghai, membership of the French Special Police and other unique photos.
Like Charles, David was interned in Chapei Civil Assembly Centre by the Japanese from 1943 to 1945.
Being Jewish, internment in Shanghai probably saved David’s life; since all of his family members in the Netherlands were killed by the Nazis.
David married, had two children and continued to work for Unilever. He became member of Nederlandse Reünisten Vereniging China (NRVC, Dutch Reunists Association China).
This photo was taken in Shanghai, in 1937. The Japanese cruiser Idzumo was the symbol of Japan's occupation of the Chinese parts of Shanghai. 14 August 1937 was a disastrous day for people in Shanghai.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_cruiser_Izumo: "Shortly after the beginning of the Second Sino-Japanese War in July 1937, Izumo was attacked on 14 August 1937 in a series of raids by Chinese Air Force aircraft during the Battle of Shanghai. Most of the bombs landed in the river without effect, but two bombs landed among spectators, killing hundreds. ... Izumo was repeatedly attacked without effect by Chinese aircraft for the duration of the Battle of Shanghai."
"Izumo (出雲, sometimes transliterated Idzumo) was the lead ship of her class of armored cruisers (Sōkō jun'yōkan) built for the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) in the late 1890s. As Japan lacked the industrial capacity to build such warships itself, the ship was built in Britain. She often served as a flagship and participated in most of the naval battles of the Russo-Japanese War of 1904–05. The ship was lightly damaged during the Battle off Ulsan and the Battle of Tsushima. Izumo was ordered to protect Japanese citizens and interests in 1913 during the Mexican Revolution and was still there when World War I began in 1914.
She was then tasked to search for German commerce raiders and protect Allied shipping off the western coasts of North and Central America. The ship assisted the armored cruiser Asama in early 1915 when she struck a rock off Baja California. In 1917, Izumo became the flagship of the Japanese squadron deployed in the Mediterranean Sea. After the war, she sailed to Great Britain to take control of some ex-German submarines and then escorted them part of the way back to Japan.
The ship spent most of the 1920s as a training ship for naval cadets and became flagship of the IJN's China forces in 1932 during the First Shanghai Incident. Izumo participated in the Battle of Shanghai five years later and was not damaged, despite repeated aerial attacks. The ship played a minor role in the Pacific War, supporting Japanese forces during Philippines Campaign until she struck a mine. She returned to Japan in 1943 and again became a training ship for naval cadets. Izumo was sunk by American carrier aircraft during the attack on Kure in July 1945. Her wreck was refloated and scrapped in 1947. "
Bataviaasch Nieuwblad, Wednesday 1 September 1937 (delpher.nl, Royal Dutch Library, translation Pieter Lommerse):
“Anxious hour for the “Tasman” – bombs and grenades exploded close by – befall of the commander
Immediately after the “Tasman” caught the attention of the general public because of the role it played in the evacuation of the Dutch residents of Shanghai, Aneta has asked the commander for further details. (nl.wikipedia.org Aneta: Algemeen Nieuws en Telegraaf Agentschap – General News and Telegraph Agency – was a Netherlands East Indies press agency established 1917 and from 1918 acting as the first Netherlands East Indies press agency, distributing news to newspaper. Founder was D.W. Beretty; with the newspaper monopoly, he dominated the newspaper scene in the Netherlands East Indies for years. He aimed at acquiring the news faster and acquiring more news than his competitors, Nipa and Reuters. He used news obtained from captains of the Royal Packet Navigation Company (K.P.M.), which serviced the shipping connections between the many islands of the Netherlands East Indies. They sent their news to Aneta. Early 1919 Beretty took over Nipa and Reuters’ agency in Batavia. In 1920 there were forty people working for Beretty.)
These details have been received and comprise of the following:
The “Tasman” arrived in Shanghai on Friday 13 August around Noon and docked at Holts Wharf, where there was a total of three ships, namely the “Silverteak”, the “Stentor” and the “Tasman”. It struck the passengers there was great tension in the air – confirmed by employees – about airstrikes; however these were not expected before Sunday. Because of a typhoon near Shanghai, the air was heavily clouded, ideal circumstances for air raids. Saturday morning, 14 August, at about ten o’clock, the sound of engines was heard. It turned out to be from five Chinese airplanes, flying in a neat straight line. Suddenly, from these airplanes bombs were dropped, apparently aimed at the Japanese flagship, but hitting the Lower Wharf.
The doctor and the captain of the “Tasman” were nearby the Japanese warship, on their way to the K.P.M. office. Upon arrival at the Bund, there were already people walking and running towards safer grounds, amidst the blaster of guns, shot by the Japanese war vessels – about thirteen in total – which tried to drive off the airplanes with their antiaircraft.
The shrapnel of this antiaircraft fell alongside the ship at Holts Wharf. The coolies ran for their lives, which made it impossible to continue their business. The Wharf manager advised the commander of the “Tasman” to start the engines and prepare for further eventualities. After several hours spent in anxiety, around 4 o’clock in the afternoon, some Chinese airplanes appeared above the city. Two of the bombs dropped by these airplanes fell near the ship, at about 350 meters distance of the American Petroleum Company, where hundreds of barrels of asphalt and oil were stored, which content ignited instantly. The fire continued all night long. The crew of the “Tasman” was lucky that the strong wind was blowing away from the oil tanks and from the ships, otherwise the disaster would have been enormous. Another bomb fell near the warship “Augusta”, flagship of the American navy.
Next morning, the “Tasman” sailed to the Yangtse river and anchored near Woosung. The commander stayed in contact with Shanghai via broadcasting station XMHA. Later that day, the commander received a message that the “Tasman” would board 130 women and children, to be evacuated from Shanghai.
In the afternoon around 4 o’clock, another bombardment started and grenades fell so close to the ship, that it was decided to find a safer place to anchor.
The next morning, one of the British warships passed the message, which was also transmitted by the broadcasting station, to follow the “Rajputana” of P&O and to anchor on the Woosung river. There were three ships there, namely the “Maron”, from which troops were released, the “Rajputana” and the “Tasman”, to evacuate women and children. At that location, 202 women and children were boarded and as soon as that was completed, the ship sailed out. During sailing out, suddenly the ship was fired at and at least twenty grenades hit the water near the ship. The last ones were some thirty meters from the ship and water splashed the side of the ship. Some grenades went over the ship, with a whistling sound. Immediately, the commander sent a message to the British warships: “being fired at. grenades fall near ship. stop shooting.”, after which the bombardment stopped. When the “Tasman” left the Whangpoo river, a Japanese torpedo boat entered at full speed. The “Tasman” anchored further up the Yangtze river and the next morning the voyage to Hong Kong was continued. During the evacuation, the “Tasman” was passed by a Japanese torpedo boat which continuously fired machine guns. From time to time the Chinese replied with gunfire. While the “Tasman” sailed up the Whangpoo, Chinese snipers were seen at many places.
Further evacuation
Aneta got signalled from Shanghai that about 250 Chinese from Java left for Batavia on the “Tsisaroea”.”
Courtesy Van Gelderen family archives
Udaipur, also known as the City of Lakes, is a city, a Municipal Corporation and the administrative headquarters of the Udaipur district in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It is located 403 kilometres (250 mi) southwest of the state capital, Jaipur, 576 km southwest of Alwar, 248 km west of Kota, and 250 km northeast from Ahmedabad. Udaipur is the historic capital of the kingdom of Mewar in the former Rajputana Agency. The Sisodia clan of Rajputs ruled the Mewar and its capital was shifted from Chittorgarh to Udaipur after founding city of Udaipur by Maharana Uday Singh. The Mewar province became part of Rajasthan after India became independent
Apart from its history, culture, and scenic locations, it is also known for its Rajput-era palaces. The Lake Palace, for instance, covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East", and is also nicknamed the "Lake City". Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state.
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Was wandering in the front view street of Hawa Mahal, A foreign tourist suddenly Sneak peeks through one of many windows of it.
The renowned 'Palace Of The Winds', or Hawa Mahal, is one of the prominent tourist attractions in Jaipur city. Located in the heart of Jaipur, this beautiful five-storey palace was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh who belonged to Kachhwaha Rajput dynasty. The main architect of this palace built of red and pink sandstone, is Lal Chand Ustad and the palace is believed to have been constructed in the form of the crown of Krishna, the Hindu god. Considered as an embodiment of Rajputana architecture, the main highlight of Hawa Mahal is its pyramid shape and its 953 windows or 'Jharokhas' which are decorated with intricate designs. The main intention behind the construction of the Mahal was to facilitate the royal women and provide them a view of everyday life through the windows, as they never appeared in public.
History
It was in 1799 that the Kachhwaha Rajput ruler, Sawai Pratap Singh, grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh who built Jaipur, constructed Hawa Mahal as a continuation of the Royal City Palace. Sawai Pratap Singh's devotion to Lord Krishna is evident in the palace's construction as it resembles the lord's crown. Though many reasons are cited behind the construction of the fort, Purdah system followed by the Rajputs is said to be one of the main causes. During those days, Rajput royal women did not appear in public or in front of strangers. However, they were keen to follow the day-to-day events and royal processions occurring on the streets. It is for their benefit that the Hawa Mahal was built, complete with small windows and screened balconies. This gave the women a sense of freedom, without appearing in public.
Architecture
Hawa Mahal, designed as a beehive castle with small windows, has a height of 50 feet from its base. This structure, erected on a thin shield or podium approximately fifty feet high, has walls less than a foot thick. Constructed of red and pink sandstones by Lal Chand Ustad, Hawa Mahal is famous for its windows or 'Jharokhas' which enable free circulation of air within the structure. Its entrance is a door which leads to a spacious courtyard surrounded by two-storey buildings on three sides. Of the five storeys of the Mahal, the top three storeys have the thickness of a single room while the bottom storeys have courtyards. The interior of the Hawa Mahal is stark and plain with passages and pillars reaching to the top storey. The building does not have stairs to reach the upper floors; the storeys are connected by slopes. From Hawa Mahal, you have an excellent view of the city. The monument also has an archeological museum.
Built nearly 400 years ago by Madho Singh Ji.
The fort was a stronghold used during the Battle of Tunga.
An 18th-century battle at Tunga-Madhogadh, near Jaipur, that shook north India and is still fondly remembered by local residents. The battle was fought on July 28, 1787, between the forces of legendary Maratha General Mahadji Sindhia and the Rajputs of Jaipur and Jodhpur, led by the then Jaipur Raja, Sawai Pratapsinghji.
It was the only battle of the many waged by Sindhia in Rajputana that he didn’t win in his 42-year eventful military career which local people celebrate every year.
City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1559, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.[1][2][3][4][5]
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple.
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City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built by the Maharana Udai Singh as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1559, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".
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Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
Jodhpur is the second largest city in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is called the Gateway to Thar, as it is literally on the edge of the Thar desert. It is also called the Sun City as the sun shines (very bright and hot!) almost every day of the year.
Jodhpur is an historic city and the origin dates to the year 1459 AD when it was founded by Rao Jodha, the Rajput chieftan of the Rathores. The Rathore kingdom was also known as the Marwar and was the largest in Rajputana.
The city was built as the new capital of the state of Marwar to replace the ancient capital Mandore, the ruins of which can be seen near what is now the Mandore Gardens. The people of Jodhpur and surrounding areas are hence also commonly called as Marwaris.
Jodhpur is also known as the Blue City, an apt name as most houses in the old city are shades of blue. This is particularly noticeable on the north side of the town, known as Brahmpuri for the many Brahmins that live there.
The forts and palaces, temples and havelis, culture and tradition, spices and fabrics, colour and texture, a booming handicrafts industry, all add up to make this historic city worth a visit.
City Palace, Udaipur, is a palace complex in Udaipur, in the Indian state Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years being contributed by several kings of the dynasty, starting by the Maharana Udai Singh II as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan in 1553, after he moved from Chittor. It is located on the east bank of the Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar in the Rajputana Agency and its last capital. The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a flamboyant style and is considered the largest of its type in Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hill top that gives a panoramic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir on another island in the lake, the Jagdish Temple close to the palace, the Monsoon Palace on top of an overlooking hillock nearby and the Neemach Mata temple. These structures are linked to the filming of the James Bond movie Octopussy, which features the Lake Palace and the Monsoon Palace. The subsequent publicity has resulted in the epithet of Udaipur as "Venice of the East".