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Sanganer (12 km)
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located on the Tonk road, In addition to its ruined palaces,
Sanganer has exquisitely carved Jain temples. The town is entered
through the ruins of two Tripolias (Triple Gateways) The town is
an important centre for crafts industry and produces some of the
finest hand printed textiles from units of block and screen
printers. This textile is popular all over country and
abroad.
Bagru (35 Km)
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On the Ajmer Road, the ground level fort is still in good shape.
It is noted for its hand printed handloom are less complicated
and are in earthly hues.
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Samode (45 km) :
The Nathawats of Samode played an important role in the durbar of
Jaipur where they served as prime ministers. Their Thikana, which
located in a charming village, is surrounded by fertile fields,
while a ring of sharp hills was the seat for their
fortifications. Awarded by one of the Kachhawa rulers of Amber to
one of his twelve sons four-and-a-half century ago, the palace
became known for the high quality of its frescos, and
particularly in the use of indigo colours, and the richly painted
Durbar Hall. The palace has been converted into a heritage hotel
and is ideal for an outing.
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Ramgarh Lake (32 km)
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A huge artificial lake created by constructing a high bund amidst
tree covered hills. While the temple of Jamwa Mata and the ruins
of the old fort are some of its antiquities, its beautiful
landscape, especially during monsoons, makes it an idyllic picnic
spot.
Bairath (86
Km):
An important historical place with the excavated remains of a
circular Buddhist temple-unique in Rajasthan and the earliest
known temple in India. Bairath also has relics of the Mauryan,
Mughal and Rajput periods. A mint constructed by Akbar, a
beautiful Mughal garden and a remarkable monument with painted
Chhatris and walls built by Jahangir are other attractions.
Jaisinghpura
Khor (12 km):
one of the settlement of the Meena tribe, it has a formidable
fort, a Jain temple and a step-well amid lush surroundings.
Madhogarh -
Tunga (40 km):
Tunga was witness to a historic battle fought between the Jaipur
forces and Marathas. The fort is nestled amidst beautiful mango
orchards.
The Present owner, Thakur Bhawani Singh, the fourth generation
directed descendent of Thakur Pratap Singhji, has now renovated
the Madhogarh Fort and converted into a family run heritage
hotel. Guests can now experience the famous Rajput hospitality
and relive the glory of a bygone age.
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