Palace on Wheels Tours
DHOLPUR
Dholpur is known for its locally quarried sandstone used for building palaces
and for lattice-work extensively used for balcony railings. The rails in the
coach are made of Teak ply and depict the fine craftsmanship originally done
in stone. The Dholpur crest decorates the valance in Zardozi work.
DUNGARPUR
Dungarpur meaning ‘Hill Town’ is wild and rugged and known for its
architecture and the Bhil tribals. The ceiling is done up in a mixture of relief
and mirror work in line with the ‘Lep’ work done by the tribals on
the walls of their houses. The royal state crest, in intricate Zardozi work,
appears on the valance of the blinds.
JAISALMER
Founded by Rao Jaisal in 1156 AD, this remote desert city is famous for the
Jaisalmer fort, epitomised by Satyajit Ray in the ‘Shonar Kella’ (The
golden fortress), an epic celluloid saga. The city is also famous for its Havelies,
cobbled streets, ancient Jain temples and a festive gaiety that reverberates
across the shimmering sands of the Thar Desert. The intricately latticed havelies
with conspicuous facades served as the inspiration for the intricately carved
Jharokhas on the lounge ceiling. It is done on teak wood with a mirror backing.
The famous Jawahar Niwas façade has been depicted in the state lounge
using cone, metal, copper and silver medium. The royal insignia adorns the valance
of the blinds. The colour scheme reflects the beige of the desert sands.
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