INDIAN GEOGRAPHY

TRANSPORT AND COMMUNICATION

RAILWAYS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is the luxurious tourist train run in Rajasthan
A
Rajdhani express
B
Palace on wheels
C
Maharaja express
D
Golden chariot
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The first Palace On Wheels began its inaugural run on 26 January 1982 and has been a popular way of touring Rajasthan ever since. Within a few years the Palace on Wheels was rated as one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -Indian Maharajas’ Train is a luxury train in India introduced by Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). A traveler gets an amazing opportunity to Experience royalty but running on wheels. Maharajas’ Express Indian Luxury Train has four cabins : Deluxe, Presidential Suite, Suite and Junior Suite.

Detailed explanation-3: -Golden Chariot is a luxury train-based experience presented by KSTDC (Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation) and IRCTC. The Golden Chariot takes you on a fantastic journey to some of India’s premier wilderness and beach areas, along with major UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Detailed explanation-4: -The itinerary of Palace on Wheels luxury train journey includes a seven-day royal journey through Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Jaisalmer and Bharatpur. Palace on Wheels ticket price ranges between INR 3.50 lakhs and 5.35 lakhs. However, for children up to 5 years, there is no tariff.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Palace on Wheels is a luxury tourist train. It was launched by the Indian Railways in association with Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation to promote tourism in Rajasthan. It is now known as Heritage Palace on Wheels.

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