Tonk — Travel Guide
Tonk is a town in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The town is situated 100 km by road south from Jaipur, near the right bank of the Banas River. It is the administrative headquarters of Tonk District. It is the administrative headquarters of Tonk District. Tonk is surrounded by Jaipur in the north, Ajmer District in the west and Bundi District in the South. The Bairath culture and civilization has a rich history which is related to this ancient town. Tonk had its first ruler as Nawab Mohammed Amir Khan. In 1806, the Nawab conquered this destination from Balwant Rao Holkar and later the British government occupied Tonk. One of the most renowned ancient structures of Tonk is the Jama Masjid which was built by Nawab Mohammed Amir Khan, the first Nawab of Tonk. However, the completion of the Jama Masjid was done under the regime of Nawab Wzirudhoula who was the first son of the Nawab. The Jama Masjid is located in the south-west block of Tonk.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The nearest airport to Tonk is Jaipur, which is 100 km away from the town.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Tonk is Banasthali-Newai, at a distance of 35 km from the town.
Shopping in Tonk is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Tonk to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Tonk means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Tonk is the most important activities among the tourists.
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