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Indian Railway Luxurious Trains

                                              

             Palace on Wheels

 
The 'Palace on Wheels' is the most luxurious and lavish train of India. The very appearance tantalizes one to travel in the train at least for once. Palace on Wheels is a magnificent splendor that is reminiscent of the sumptuous world of the Royalty, their grand palaces and commanding forts of India. The luxurious 'Palace on Wheels' is a joint venture of the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, Indian Railways, the State Government of Rajasthan and the Government of India.

This splendid train has made possible, to travel in royal splendor of the bygone era. The 'Palace on Wheel' starts from Delhi cantonment looking forward to a week-long trip all the way through Rajasthan and Agra. The Palace on Wheels takes its passengers to the colorful city of Jaipur, exotic land of Chittaurgarh, Lake City of Udaipur, Ranthambore National Park, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, red stone city of Fatehpur Sikri and Taj Mahal at Agra.

In presence of copious comforts and unequaled imperial luxury, Palace on Wheels provides a lifetime experience to its passengers. Here, people can actually feel the majestic grandeur and affluence of the erstwhile age. The opulence of this train has been acclaimed world-wide, being listed amongst the top ten luxury trains of the world. In fact, the 'Palace on Wheels' is regarded as one of best ways to tour the incredible land of India.
 
                                          

            Fairy Queen Train

 

The Fairy Queen is an eminent train that boasts of the world's oldest steam locomotive. In 1855, the royal Fairy Queen let out steam for the first time under the supervision of the erstwhile East Indian Railway. Initially, Fairy Queen dragged light mail trains between Howrah and Ranigunj, in no time; it was assigned to handle the construction duty in Bihar. By the year 1909, the locomotive was sent to grace a pedestal outside the Howrah Railway Station near Calcutta.

After 34 year of showcasing, the locomotive was transferred to the Railway Zonal Training School at Chandausi in 1943. Here, it became the object of curiosity for many students. In 1972, the Government of India depicted the engine as a national treasure and bestowed heritage status to it. The locomotive was groomed up and allocated a special place in the National Rail Museum at Delhi. With the arrival of Palace on Wheels in 1997, Indian Government thought to add one more lavish wonder to the luxury trains of India.

The locomotive was done up to bring it in working condition for its first mainline journey in 88 years. This initiative brought 'Fairy Queen' on the pages of Guinness Book of Records as the world's oldest working locomotive. In the present day, this world's oldest steam locomotive is plying regularly on the tracks between New Delhi to Alwar. Fairy Queen takes on a two-day excursion from New Delhi heading for Alwar and ultimately to Sariska Tiger Reserve.

 
                                   

         Heritage on Wheels

 
Heritage on Wheels is another esteemed possession of Indian Railways. Amongst the luxury trains of India, the train 'Heritage on Wheels' is an eternal part that was designed on the lines of renowned 'Palace on Wheels'. This luxury train was launched by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC) in conjunction with the Indian Railways. The Heritage on Wheels is no less than a moving palace that creates a royal ambiance to make its passengers feel special. The train 'Heritage on Wheels' embarks on an enthralling journey, covering the places like Bikaner, Sekhawati and presenting the real intoxicating flavor of the imperial Rajasthan.

From Jaipur, the 'Heritage on Wheels' runs twice a week to set on a captivating trip of three nights and four days. This luxury train was specially crafted to promote tourism and to offer impeccable services along with comfort to the tourists. In its rich and royal ambiance, the train is pleasantly adorned with frescoes and paintings. It has fourteen graceful luxury coaches, where each coach embraces four elegantly bedecked rooms with two washrooms. This luxury train is fully air-conditioned along with all modern amenities and comforts. Heritage on Wheels also boasts of two multicuisine restaurants - 'Maharaja' and 'Maharani', which serve relishing delicacies to their valued customers.

For liquor lovers, the train has a well stocked bar that comprises all national and international brands of booze. The train 'Heritage on Wheels' moves through places like Bikaner, Haat, Gajner, Taal Chaapar, Ramgarh, Nawalgarh, Mandawa, Shekhawati and Jaipur in Rajasthan. People like to travel to Rajasthan by means of Heritage on Wheels due to its sheer royalty and grandeur.
 
 

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