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Palace on Wheels SaloonsThe names of the saloons are based on the princely states of Rajasthan - Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Bundi, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jhalawar, Jodhpur, Kishangarh, Kota, Sirohi, and Udaipur. Each saloon has cream yellow color on its exterior walls and bear the Coat of Arms (logo) of the erstwhile princely states, along with the name. Alwar Saloon : Alwar is home to several species of flora and fauna. The ceiling of the Alwar Saloon lounge has been done aesthetically in mix-media of cone work, and oils in relief, depicting a hunting scene. Bharatpur Saloon : Once a fortified township, Bharatpur is now an ornithologists paradise, and well known for the Bharatpur water-bird sanctuary. The sanctuary is home to over 376 avian species. Echoing the vividness of nature's gift to Bharatpur the relief work on this coach depicts various species of birds on the tree of life. Bikaner Saloon : The royal state crest is placed on the valance along with some handicrafts of Rajasthan. The ceiling is done up in relief work and oil painting on canvas depicting the legendary lovers Dhola & Maru on camel back. Bundi Saloon: The royal crest is highlighted on the valance. The famous Bundi school of painting is depicted in the famed and mounted art pieces and also serves as the basis for the colour scheme and overall decor, including a delightfully frescoed ceiling. Dholpur Saloon : The rails in the coach are made in teak ply to depict the fine craftsmanship as done in stone. The Dholpur crest decorates the valance in zardozi work. Jaipur Saloon : The ceiling of the state lounge has been created using the famed 'Phad' or foil work, depicting festivals like Teej, Gangaur, Holi, Diwali etc. The royal emblem of the state is worked out in Zardozi work on the valance. The walls have been decorated with miniature paintings of the famous Jaipur style of painting. Jaisalmer Saloon : There are intricately carved jharokhas on the lounge ceiling. It is done on teak wood with a mirror backing. The famous Jawahar Niwas facade has been depicted in the state lounge using cone, metal, copper and silver medium. The colour scheme reflects the beige of the desert sands. Jhalawar Saloon : The ceiling has been worked out in a medium used by the local inhabitants of Jhalawar to decorate their home. A play of colours and mirror work has been used in the medium of Plaster of Paris to create a unique ambience. Jodhpur Saloon : Mughal influenced designs of the Moti Mahal recreated in mother of pearl work on the ceiling. The royal crest is highlighted on the valance along with the miniature paintings in the lounge which is typical of the Jodhpur School of art. Kishangarh Saloon : The Banio Thani paintings of the state with their exaggerated features like eyes and long fingers, are well-known. The crest appears in zardozi work on the blinds of the window with the Kishangarh School of Art highlighted in an artwork on the wall of the state lounge. Kota Saloon : Kota is well known for Kota school of design. These elements have served as the basis for designing the décor of this coach. The distinctive features of the Kota school of art can be seen in the oil paintings titled "Raja aur Praja" (The Monarch and his subjects on the ceiling. Sirohi Saloon : This erstwhile state has earned an enviable reputation the world over for its gold fort and with coloured glass work that is done near Pratapgarh. The rooms highlight this style through the framed works of art done in the same styles through the framed works of art done in the same styles. Udaipur Saloon : The state lounge and bedrooms take their colour schemes-dominant blue and white. The lounge décor is influenced by the 'Mor Chowk' or the Peacock Court. The royal crest of the state, in alluring zardozi work is set on the valance of the blinds.
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