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Story Begins.... |
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The palace on wheels
(POW) has graced the Rajasthan Tourism and the
Indian Railways since January 1982. The Rajasthan
tourism Development corporation, The Indian Railways,
the Tourism department of Rajasthan and the Government
of India launched POW as a special heritage tourist
train for providing a unique and memorable experience
to the tourists visiting Rajasthan.
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The
concept of the palace on wheels (Palace on Wheels
Train Tours) was derived from the royal background
of the coaches which were originally meant to be
the personal railway coaches of erstwhile rulers
of the princely states of Rajputana and Gujarat,
the Nizam of Hyderabad and the viceroy of British
India.
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| The
History of the Palace on Wheels |
The
train was built for the former Indian royalty and
comprised of personal coaches of the rulers of
the princely states of Gujarat and Rajputana, the
Viceroy of British India and the Nizam of Hyderabad.
Soon India won her independence and the princely
states became part of the nation. The train was abandoned
but did not lose its intrinsic charm. In the early
1980s, the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation,
together with the Indian Railways decided on a special
train to offer people a taste of the Indian past.
Today, the Palace on Wheels is the most promoted
product by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of
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| The
Royal Treatment |
Indulge
yourself in the extravagances enjoyed by the erstwhile
Maharajas. The Palace on Wheels maintains an imperial
style and décor. The train and its facilities
are synonymous with the epitome of luxury.
The service is impeccable and you are
sure to receive the treatment worthy of kings and
queens. |
| The
Quaint Environs |
| Palace
on Wheels and the facilities on board the train are
marked by affluence and exuberance. The train is
self-sufficient with all the modern amenities. However,
the décor speaks of the culturally rich past
of Rajasthan. The paintings, carved furniture and
elegant handicrafts are represent Rajasthan's fascinating
heritage of art and craftsmanship. Period furniture
and the elaborate costumes of the attendants make
up the royal ambience. |
| At
Your Service |
The
luxury train is fully air-conditioned. There are
fourteen deluxe saloons named after the princely
states of Rajasthan. Each saloon has 4 cabins attached
with bath and shower. Personal attendants make
sure that you are well looked after. The music
in every saloon adds to the ambience. There are
2 dining cars, decorated in the colorful Rajasthani
style and serving Indian, Rajasthani, Continental
and Chinese food.
The bar is well-stocked with Indian liquor and a
variety of scotch, wines and cocktails. Kids are
kept busy with interesting indoor games. Other services
include laundry services, doctor-on-call at each
station, barber shop and beauty parlour. The lounge
has a charming shop, "The Bazaar", where
you can pick up souvenirs and gifts.
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