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Jain Temple in Glass. The temple is a lofty structure of glass, sacred place for the Jain community. |
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| § Saiji ka Tanka |
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Another must visit in Nagaur is the Saiji ka Tanka. It is the Samadhi of a renowned saint, inspires the liberation of the soul with simplicity & truthfulness and a symbol of communal harmony. |
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Besides the Nagaur Fort, Badal Mahal, Sheesh Mahal & Hadi Rani Mahal are worth seeing. All three have exquisite 18th century frescos on the ceilings. There is also fascinating medieval air cooling system and an ornate old hammam, or bath. |
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Various games are organized during this four-day festival. Tug-of-war, camel races, cock fights etc. provide entertainment to the tourists and visitors. As the sun goes down, a joyous atmosphere is created by the folk music and dance, whose voices echo far and wide across the tranquil desert sand. |
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| § Jodhpur |
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125 kms from Nagaur, Jodhpur is the second largest city of the state of Rajasthan. It has been drawing the attention of tourists from all over the world. Standing as the sentinel of the country's western border, Jodhpur is famous for its magnificent forts and palaces. |
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