Dear Friends,
We at Trek O Phy, invite you for over a weekend trip to Mandavgad (Mandu) to witness India’s finest examples of Afghan architecture, clinging to the edges of a ravine-riddled 20-sq-km plateau overlooking the hazy plains. With monuments on every corner – from Rupmati’s Pavilion, scene of India’s Romeo and Juliet, to obscure ruins such as the wet nurse’s tomb, and of course the Incredible monuments of The Royal Enclave – the mountain village has a ‘lost world’ atmosphere.
Following with a beautiful evening at Maheshwar - a glorious temple town on the banks of the Narmada River.
About the Destinations :
Mandavgad (Mandu) :
Mandu is a celebration in stone, of life and joy, A tribute to the love shared between the poet-prince Baz Bahadur and his beautiful consort, Rani Roopmati. The balladeers of Malwa still sing of their euphoric romance.
Perched along the Vindhya ranges at an altitude of 2,000 feet, Mandu, with its natural defenses, was originally the fort capital of the Parmar rulers of Malwa. Towards the end of the 13th century, it came under the sway of the Sultans of Malwa, the first of whom named it Shadiabad - 'city of joy'. And indeed the pervading spirit of Mandu was of gaiety; and its rulers built exquisite palaces like the Jahaz and Hindola Mahals, ornamental canals, baths and pavilions, as graceful and refined as those times of peace and plenty.
Each of Mandu's structures is an architectural gem; some are outstanding like the massive Jami Masjid and Hoshang Shah's tomb, which provided inspiration to the master builders of the Taj Mahal centuries later.
Maheshwar :
Maheshwar, the temple city, situated on the banks of the Narmada river where the pilgrims and holy men spent hours in silent meditation, the rows of poised women who carry glinting brass pots down to the holy, life giving river, and the commuter boat which cross and re-cross through the gushing waters are really wonderful experiences one cannot forget.Today, Maheshwar is also known for its distinctive handwoven sarees called Maheshwari exquisitely woven ‘Maheshwari’ sarees.
Detailed Plan:
Friday - 27/09/12 -
Friday - 27/09/12 -
Saturday - 28/09/12 –
09:00 – 10:00 – Reaching Mandu & Breakfast.
10:00 – 13:00 – Visit to The Central Group (Jami Masjid, Hoshang Shah's Tomb, Ashrafi Mahal).
13:00 – 15:00 - Lunch Break & Rest.
15:00 – 19:00 - Echo point, Jain Temple, Echo point, Baz Bahadur's palace, Roopmati's Pavilion.
15:00 – 19:00 - Echo point, Jain Temple, Echo point, Baz Bahadur's palace, Roopmati's Pavilion.
Night stay in Dharmshala
Sunday - 29/09/12 -
Sunday - 29/09/12 -
06:00 – 07:00 – Wakeup, freshen up, Breakfast.
07:00 – 11:00 – Visit to The Royal Enclave (Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal, Taveli Mahal, Champa Baoli).
Move to Maheshwar by private vehicle. (Lunch on the way)
15:00 – 20:00 – Rajarajeshwara Temple, Ahilya Fort, Ahilyeshwar Temple, bank of Narmada, Evening Boat Ride.
20:00 – 21:00 – Dinner & Return Journey to Mumbai.
(Reaching mumbai early morning on Monday. 30/09/ 2012).
(Reaching mumbai early morning on Monday. 30/09/ 2012).
Charges : Rs. 3250/- per Member
Charges includes -
- Transport From Mumbai to Base & return by bus (Sleeper coach)
- All internal transport by privet vehicle
- Stay (on sharing basis)
- Breakfast & Evening tea on Saturday & Sunday
- All Entry, Guide charges & Expertise.
Charges does not includes -
- Lunch & Dinner (Everyone can enjoy their own choice of food)
- Cold drinks & packaged drinking water
- Anything other than mentioned above in charges includes
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Charges includes -
- Transport From Mumbai to Base & return by bus (Sleeper coach)
- All internal transport by privet vehicle
- Stay (on sharing basis)
- Breakfast & Evening tea on Saturday & Sunday
- All Entry, Guide charges & Expertise.
Charges does not includes -
- Lunch & Dinner (Everyone can enjoy their own choice of food)
- Cold drinks & packaged drinking water
- Anything other than mentioned above in charges includes
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Contact for Enquiry & Booking :
Gaurav Kelkar - 0-9773586223
Amol Joshi – 0-9969963430/ 0-9821562075
Amol Joshi – 0-9969963430/ 0-9821562075
Make the confirmation soon to avoid further disappointment cause seats are limited.
Payment details:
Note : One has to pay full amount as advance for register for this event
Participant can handover the cast to person in co-ordination if Trek O Phy team or can transfer directly into the following bank account . (Kindly call before depositing to check the availability of seats)
SBI a/c no: 30018622758 S/A in the name of SHEETAL AMOL JOSHI.
Branch: GIRGAON (MUMBAI) (374).
IFS Code : SBIN0000374
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THINGS TO CARRY-
*Identity Proof (ID Card)
1. A haversack to put in all the things
2. Extra set cloths,Towel/ napkin.
3. Water (2 ltr minimum).
4 .Cap / Gog / Camera (optional).
*Identity Proof (ID Card)
1. A haversack to put in all the things
2. Extra set cloths,Towel/ napkin.
3. Water (2 ltr minimum).
4 .Cap / Gog / Camera (optional).
5. Personal small medical kit. (if u require usually/Optional)
6. TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
7. Other things as per choice.
Please avoid wearing gold and other valuable ornaments.
6. TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
7. Other things as per choice.
Please avoid wearing gold and other valuable ornaments.
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Regards,
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