It is an ornamental tree grown in subtropical and tropical climates from southern China west to India. The flowers are conspicuous, bright pink or white, 8-12 cm diameter. These scented flowers have only five petals.
It is a small to medium-sized tree growing to 10-12 m tall. The leaves of the tree are broad and split in the middle.
During the season the tree is full of flowers and with green leaves and pink flowers they look lovely.
The fort is built on the hill in such a way that it is very difficult to identify where the hill ends and the fort walls begin. The fort at several places has 17 feet thick and 68 feet high walls. 
It is approached by a series of 7 gateways set at an angle so that armies could not charge them with any success. Past the gates, the fort-palace takes one's breath away.
Across from huge courtyards are the palatial apartments that have been built over five centuries of bristling history. The beauty and the grandeur of numerous palaces in the fort narrates a saga of hard sandstones yielding to the chisels of skilled craftsmanship. Only some of the spectacular palaces of the fort are open to the visitors.
These consists of Moti Mahal with its pierced screen windows overlooking the coronation seat where the Rathore ruler have been ritually anointed to rule; Jhanki Mahal, the apartment from where the zenana women would watch ceremonial events; Chandan Mahal, where affairs of state were discussed; the royal Darbar Takhat or throne room with its octagonal throne. 
The architecture of the palace is Indo-Saracenic where one can see elements of Rajput, Muslim and European styles.
Now, this palace has been converted into a heritage hotel. But, the first floor of the palace is converted into a museum, the Shri Sadul museum. The museum has on display are artifacts and personal possessions of the Bikaner Maharajas.
There were more than 25 variety of Orchids on display. The color combination and designs on each of them were beautiful.
There were stalls selling the Orchids plants outside the flower show. The price ranged from Rupees 600 to 1200 depending on the variety.
The temple is belied to be 1000 years old, but it might have been renovated some 300 years back. The brick wall seen above is not part of the temple. It is an enclosure build around the temple to provide shade.
The towers of the temples have beautiful sculptures and they have been painted. If on one side of the temple there is river, on the other three sides are sugarcane field, vegetable field and coconut garden.
How to Reach: It is located at a distance of 70 kms from Bangalore on State Highway 17 en-route to Mysore. There is a diversion to the right, 2 kms after Channapatna. After passing through a railway Crossing on this road, a mud road will lead to the temple. 
It is an open square pavilion resting on twelve pillars. It has a pyramidal roof of receding tiers of steps with minimal carvings at the top. The noteworthy decoration on its facades is a bold elephant frieze on the basement.
Apart of temples there are various natural resources across the state. It has a long coastline that stretches nearly a 1000 kms. Golden sands of the beach are dotted with coconut palm and casuarina groves. In the hill stations of the state one can stroll through the clouds afloat, and admire the nature. 
This is a two-storeyed structure with an exquisite entrance. The roof has two delicate minarets standing straight and tall.
This ornamental gateway is an excellent example of the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. It is embellished by a profusion of carvings in the form of brackets supporting the balconies and stone trellis work in Hindu Style.
The Sanctuary gets its name from the Gharial, the very rare species of crocodiles. They are characterized by their exceedingly elongated and unbelievably slender snouts. Unfortunately we missed the Gharials as we were late in spite of reaching the place before 9:30 a.m. In the sanctuary they come out of the river and stay on the rocky river bed during early mornings usually. 
One can also see here beautiful Raneh Water Falls.
The Balinese Pool at the InterContinental Bali
Spa Uluwatu—Treatments Overlooking the Beach at Jimbaran Bay
Mermaids Hold Court at the Main Pool
The InterContinental Bali Resort Complex
Unique Flora and Fauna
Dragon Statues Adorn the Property
Beautiful Fountains and Wading Pools are a Highlight of the InterContinental Bali
Club InterContinental Pool
Complimentary Breakfast for Club Guests
The Entrance to the Club InterContinental Pool
The Club Lounge
Club Duplex Suite Vanity and Bathtub
Club Duplex Suite Upstairs Bedroom
Club Duplex Suite—Downstairs Living Room and Dining Room
The Club Duplex Suite with Balcony
Club Duplex Suite with a Daybed in the Downstairs Living Room
The Balinese Bath Pool is a Favorite Spot to Cool Off
The Bales at the Balinese Pool
Perfect Spot to Enjoy the Pool
This is a simple temple built in a very small area very close to the gate. In Jhansi (state: Uttar Pradesh) this is one of the most popular temple. The wall behind the temple is the inner walls of the fort. A tour of fort is not complete without a visit to this temple. 
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