Every part of India is characterized by its own individual specialties and identities which makes the already existing tag of India being a diverse country more solid and relevant. Rajasthan, being more than a state in the Indian Union is a rich cultural casket that is coated with a long glorious history. When it comes to the shimmering past of Rajasthan, comes along the spirit of valor and royalty that is synonymous with the dynasties that ruled in Rajasthan at different point of time. Their exploits at the war fields and the indomitable zeal for freedom and their mother land made the kings and warriors of Rajasthan substance of honor and repute. Well, time have passed on and the heroics of the past era is pass leaving behind monuments and legends that continues to haunt the travelers till date. The significance of Rajasthan as a tourism hub is well known and well admired; but every splendid vacation is complimented by comfortable accommodation. And in Rajasthan apart from the hotels and home stays, there is another type of lodging for the traveler- heritage hotels. These hotels are actually the mansions that used to serve the kings and queens in the bygone times and today they are re-worked upon and transformed into some excellent The experience of an stay in one of them is one of a kind and fills the guests with an overwhelming feel of royalty and glory. Starting from your check in when you will be welcomed like no less than a king or queen to having personal attendants- these hotels caters to the soul and mind. Lets throw some light on some of them scattered in different areas of Rajasthan:
Located at the high place but gives mental relief and recall us ancient bravery of our Rajput ran as especially Rana Kumbha's velour and love for the motherland. The natural scenery and mountain hill denote a thrilling feeling. One should visit it in ones in a life span.
The District Administration Rajsamand in alliance with the division of tourism, culture and art of Rajasthan and Archaeological Survey of India is organizing a walk on the ramparts of the fort Kumbhalgarh every year in the month of November since the year 2012.
The aim of this event is to promote the rich heritage, history and culture of Rajasthan and conservation of the environment. This walk is totally into the covered forest area and very few tourists who visit Kumbhalgarh have ventured to go around this great wall. It is noteworthy that Kumbhalgarh is the second highest place on the entire Aravalli range next only to Mount Abu.
Through this walk, the lovers of nature, culture and heritage will be able to have a glimpse of the wilderness of national park and the architectural brilliance of this great fort and the mighty wall.
1. About The Walk
The walk on the fort Kumbhalgarh will take place along the Entire Area of this mighty wall. The total distance to be covered is approximately 12-15 kilometers it is the horizontal distance without measuring steep ascent and descent is 10.012 kilo meters as per the GPS. The walk is marked by steep throughout the stretch of the wall at times even up to 60° degrees. The Contestants will have to climb up and down several stairs at different intervals. An average fit person is estimated to take 3-5 hours to complete this distance.
The estimated time taken may vary depending upon
a The prevalent weather condition.
b Training and physical fitness of the participant.
It is addressed here that this event is a walk and not a run. Any contender found running on the wall will be disqualified by the panel of judges.
Primarily this walk is organized to promote tourism towards rich heritage and culture of Rajasthan but in order to add extra excitement to the event and encourage competition amongst the participant’s several prizes have been decided.
2. Slow But Steady
Even the full Blazingsun couldn’t beat the participants’ determination and the administrators too played their part by providing the energy drinks and some eatables during the route of the walk. Participants will take rest in between, at the centers that were prepared for their comfort and moved on to finish their walk.
3. How To Reach
Kumbhalgarh is well connected from all major cities by transportation. It is located at just 2 hours driving distance from Udaipur. It is well connected with the capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, by NH-48 and NH-58.
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