 The
Palace on Wheels is counted among the most prestigious trains
of the world because the facilities offered onboard are unique
and unparalleled and you cannot find the same in any other train
of the world.
The Palace on Wheel's history is legendry and vivid. The carriages,
which form this train, have a history of their own. The rulers
of princely states of Rajputana, Gujarat, the Nizam of Hyderabad
and the Viceroy of British India once used the magnificent and
luxurious coaches of this train.
After India's Independence in 1947, Indian Railways decided
to discontinue the use of these magnificent coaches on account
of their gorgeous furnishings and very rich and traditional
interiors, as it was not viable to include them in normal passenger
trains.
During 1981-82 the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation
and Indian Railways decided to launch a special heritage tourist
train for providing an unforgettable experience to the tourists
visiting Rajasthan and the result was the Palace On Wheels.
Powered by a steam engine the train made its inaugural trip
on 26th January 1982.
 The
wide media coverage of the Palace on Wheels, since its launch
in 1982 has contributed in its immense popularity all over the
world. Television channels such as BBC World, Zee TV, National
Geographic, MDR of Germany and many others have covered the
train in detail in their programs, which have contributed to
enhancing its popularity.
The Palace on Wheels covers the most fascinating tourist destinations
of India. A tour to the Pink city of Jaipur, Ranthambore National
Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and the Taj Mahal at Agra on
this fabulous train is truly a great experience and an unforgettable
journey of a lifetime. You can book a trip on the Palace on
Wheels with Luxury Trains of India.
 Luxury
Trains of India offers Palace on Wheels Tours to explore the
most wonderful destinations of India. For more information or
to book a Palace on Wheels tour please enter your query in the
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