Rajasthan - A Place You Would Love To Be In

In northwestern Indian region, Rajasthan is spread over the golden sand of the Great Indian Desert- the only desert of the sub-continent. This state of India is surrounded by the pride mountain range of Aravali which is one of the oldest mountain range of the world. Rajasthan is the land of great warriors & princes flaunts, its history through each of its miniature. The richest of rich Indian culture, tradition & natural beauty blends to mesmerize the tourists from all across the world.

This state of India has been appropriately named Rajasthan as it literally means "The Land of the Kings". This state of India is rich in history, grand architectures, beautiful landscapes and windswept sand dunes. If you are on a Tour to Rajasthan, you get an opportunity to witness the grandeur of history. Architecture & exceptionally beautiful palaces at Rajasthan would certainly steal your heart. Travel on a desert safari or a luxury train 'Palace on Wheels' & you will feel like a King on a royal tour.

Attractions

The main attraction of Rajasthan which seduces the tourists most is its naturally beautiful sights, geography, rich history of royal glory & tradition. Other major attraction for nature lovers & tourists are Bharatpur, Ranthambhor, Sambhar salt lake & natural sights of Mount Abu. Most of the population here at Rajasthan is traditional and they are into constantly transferring their traditional values & rich cultural heritage from one generation to another. Height of the art & creativity can be seen here among the people of Rajasthan. Tourists all across the world come to experience the beauty of this heavenly place on the earth.

Visitors are curious to know & learn the tradition, art & culture of Rajasthan as this is the place which represents one of the most pride Gharana 'The Rajputs'. In the forts and palaces at Rajasthan, one can experience the legends of those glorious Rajputs who were great warriors. They lived & died for admiration, commitment, love for the country & self respect.

Monuments of Rajasthan such as Forts, Palaces, Temples, Havelis etc. are the prime attractions of this state. They are in fact a testimony of an era that marked its presence in the golden pages of the history.


Temples of Rajasthan

The temples at Rajasthan reflect the great architectural revolution that gripped the state from 8th to 11th century. Temples of Rajasthan are living testimony to the artistic talent of Rajasthan. The notable temples of Rajasthan are Dilwara Temples, Someshvara Temple, Mahavira Temple, Jain temples of Jaisalmer, Birla Mandir- jaipur, Eklingji Mandir- Udaipur, Brahma Mandir- Ajmer & Karni Mata Temple- Bikaner. Famous Ajmer sharif the final resting place for 'Garib Nawaz' Kwaza Moinuddin chishti is situated here in Rajasthan's Ajmer district where people of all religion come to participate in annual Urs (A festival which belongs to Muslim religion but enthusiastically celebrated among all communities & religions).

Famous places in Rajsthan

Apart from temples & adventurous tours, Rajsthan is famous for some ancient palaces, Forts & religious places.


*Neel Kanth: Neelkanth is an extraordinary temple town built by the Gurjar Pratihar dynasty predating the famous khajuraho temples. There are 364 buddhist, Jain & Hindu temples.


*Kanwari Fort: The Fortess used by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb to confine his elder brother Dara Shikoh. The Fort also overlooks a lake where one can see migratory birds.

*Talbraksha: A serene village with healing sulphur springs & temples surrounded by the Arawali hills. A perfect place to site leopards

*Alwar: A colorful city of Rajasthan with a lot of character houses the famous Al war museum

which hosts some priceless artifacts & is also home to original model of The Sariska Palace.


*Bhangarh: A ghostly city haunted since the 17th century.

* The Sariska Sanctuary: Sariska has a wealth of flora & Fauna. It is a natural heaven for many species of birds. The Sariska sanctuary is spread over 826 square kilometers of the dense forests, streams & generally descending valleys. The Landscape & the abundance of the wildlife make safari a popular option by jeep. The Jungle paths are serene & ideal for long walks & treks.


Something for everyone

In Rajasthan there is something for everyone. Those who are interested in gastronomy & fond of preparing and serving gourmet cuisine, are delighted to eat & learn the local / regional recipes served at hotels & other places in this region exclusively. If you are a wildlife & art lover, you soon will realize that it was a wise decision to visit Rajasthan. Because here at Rajasthan you get a real treat for heart, eyes ears & stomach too.


Adventure Tours

In case you are more into adventures & sports, the big idea for you is the adventure tourism. Participate in camel race, view the wildlife on jeep or camel safari, catch those of rare moments of rich wildlife species which are rarely seen else where in the world. The world famous Sariska Tiger reserve is situated in Rajasthan which attracts a huge number of migratory avian species from all over the world. Avian species come to Sariska to choose it as their temporary habitat. In season, the whole place echoes with enchanting sounds and fascinating visuals against the sprawling meadow of flora. Rajasthan is the heaven for the tigers and many other endangered species. World famous Tiger reserves are situated here in Rajasthan.

Pamper Yourself

Here you get a choice to pamper yourself in the world class luxurious heritage hotels equipped with best of the best facilities & services. If you are in joyous mood take a tour to the nearest village and participate in the vibrant folk dances with local people who are as friendly as the local environment around you is. If you have planned for vacation chose Rajasthan as your destination. Here you get a chance to Live life at fullest like a prince or princess, in the land of prince & princess.

Vivacity at its Peak

Rajasthan is a place where liveliness is seen every where. When it comes about celebrating life, Rajasthani people are one step ahead every time. Be it about celebrating fares & festivals or any other happy occasion, in Rajasthan you can easily find people expressing themselves by designing handcrafted miniatures, Paintings & colorful costumes. Bandhani or Bandhej is one of the famous native art of dying the fabric with natural colors which is world famous. There are more than 37 major celebrations & festivals celebrated in Rajasthan round the year. During festive season not only the people at Rajasthan but the whole environment teems with the enthusiasm & excitement. Rajasthan is a destination that enchants the visitors with every little discovery that is made, because the more one discovers, the more is the urge to stay on or come back.