One
should take time to plan a trip to Rajasthan. The magnetic glory of
Rajasthan draws people from all over the world. Rajasthan is the best
destination in India after the Taj in Agra. A single trip is not enough to
know Rajasthan completely. The splendour and uniqueness of Rajasthan tempts
one to visit Rajasthan again and again, as Rajasthan offers some of the most
fascinating sites of the world, difficult to find elsewhere.
Rajasthan is flavoured with desert, forests, forts, palaces, lakes,
historical ruins, wildlife, temples, all combined to create an intoxicating
. The cities of Rajasthan spell Royal grandeur in their structure and have
been attracting a major chunk of foreign tourists. Rajasthan is a land of
ornate architecture, decorative palaces, wide expanses of water and summer
palaces on islands.
Apart from palaces and forts Rajasthan has more for its tourists.
Major Destinations
Rajasthan is truly the most fascinating land, the land of many touching
tales of valour and courage. The essence of the past glory is still alive in
its culture, battle-scarred forts, colour full fair & festivals, amazing
palaces. Rajasthan is a state with a magical air of romance, speckled with
desert forts, lush flora & fauna and exotic cities. Some of the must see
destinations in Rajasthan are : Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ajmer,
Pushkar, Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Chittaurgarh, Kota, Kumbhalgarh, Mount
Abu, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur.
Parks & Sanctuaries
Rajasthan offers a rich variety of flora and fauna. Some of the finest
national parks and sanctuaries are found here. The state is enriched with
two National Parks and over a dozen Sanctuaries. Some of the parks &
sanctuaries in Rajasthan are : Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Ranthambhor
National Park, Sariska Tiger Reserve and lots more.
Palace on Wheels
Palace on Wheels offers most memorable journey with a royal treatment and
mannerism, a great experience on the wheels, once experienced by the rulers
of the state. It is one of the most luxurious trains in the world.
Heritage Hotels
The unmatched regal palaces, forts, mansions, royal guesthouses, summer
palaces, havelis of royal kingdom of Rajasthan had been converted to
heritage hotels. These all- imperial palaces were residence of Maharajas and
royal families in the bygone era of Rajasthan. One can experience the royal
grandeur of these hotels once on a trip to Rajasthan.
Shopping In Rajasthan
Rajasthan is popularly known as the 'treasure trove of Indian handicrafts'
and 'shoppers paradise', despite several ups and downs. The Rajasthan art
and Rajasthan handicrafts are beyond comparison. Be it Rajasthan jewelry,
Rajasthan paintings, Rajasthan furniture, Rajasthan stone articles,
Rajasthan Silver Articles & Ornaments, Gold and Studded Silver Jewelry
Rajasthan Carpets, Rajasthan durries (Rugs) or Rajasthan hand-printed
textiles, each object has a penetrating and irresistible appeal.
A Culinary Trip to Rajasthan
There is more to Rajasthan than just its royal splendour or amazing camel
rides through never-ending sand dunes. Know Rajasthan through the culinary
palate. The trademark dishes of the royal state are like dal - baati-
choorma, besan ke gatte, papad ki subzi, dal panchratni, paneer jaipuria,
mangodi ki subzi and kadhi - that could be rightly termed as delights of
desert.
Fairs & Festivals
Be it the exuberant celebrations, fair and festivals you will discover that
life is full of celebration in Rajasthan. The state has its unique
festivities interspersed throughout the year. There celebration for each
season, each legend, each deity and each reason, each day. Almost every
festival has its own flavour with a meaningful identity there are animal
fairs, religious fairs and mark the changing seasons. It is splendid
opportunity for the visitor to come close to the life of the Rajasthan. Some
of the commonest fairs and festivals celebrated here are - Desert festival,
Camel festival, Pushkar fetsival, Marwar festival, Elephant festival and
lots more.
