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.