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Rajasthan Travel Guide
Whether you are visiting Rajasthan's big cities, or exploring historic towns or quaint villages, you will find the people very warm and friendly. Rajasthanis, are one of the most flamboyant and multi-hued people of the Indian sub-continent, known for their cultural and artistic works, rich lifestyle and rusticity blended with modern ideals. Their history has been witness to many acts of valor and bravery shown by these people, which has passed on from generation to generation. | |
Important Tourist Destinations in Rajasthan | |
Ajmer | |
Alwar Once known as Mewar, the Rajput kingdom came under Muslim domination from the 13th to 18th centuries with constant attempts to win it back which, the Prince of Kachhwa dynasty succeeded in doing in 1771. Alwar has some beautiful lakeside palaces, not all open to the public. ..more | |
Bikaner With a desert landscape, palaces, forts and other architectural sites, Bikaner is a great city to visit in Rajasthan. Camel riding is a popular activity and in fact, there is a yearly Camel Festival with dancing, art and of course, camel racing. The city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world. Better known as the Desert City, Bikaner (population 288 000) is stark yet beautiful — great Hindu art is preserved there. Similar in setting to Jaisalmer, Bikaner is a walled city with an important 16th-century fort containing many intricately carved palaces and temples. The fort is remarkably well preserved. It was attacked many times but never conquered. Bikaner is popularly known as the Camel Country and famous for the camel races that are held here. The city covers only an area of just 38.10 Sq. Kms and has more interesting sights to offer, for example, the Har Mandir, Lalgarh Palace and the nearby Gajner Wild Life Sanctuary and The Camel Research Farm. Rajasthan Tours would be incomplete without a travel to Bikaner. Get complete travel information of Bikaner, Bikaner Tours, Hotels in Bikaner, travel guide to Bikaner, Car Rental in Bikaner etc...more | |
Bharatpur The only Jat kingdom in the state, the rock-hard mud fortifications of its fort proved invincible even under repeated siege. The fort houses early remnants of artifacts and sculpture, while the modern palace outside is a sprawling structure. However, Bharatpur is better known for its Bird Sanctuary (Keoladeo Ghana National Park). ..more | |
Bundi Nestled in a fold of the Aravalli hills, Bundi bristles with medieval enchantment. Its fortifications house palaces and apartments, artificial lakes and waterside pavilions. Ruled by the Hada Rajputs, Bundi is renowned for its Rasleela frescos. ..more | |
Chittorgarh The former capital of the Sisodia rulers of Udaipur, Chittaurgarh perches atop the scraggy spine of the Aravallis. Ransacked by Allaudin Khilji in the 14th century, by the Sultans of Gujarat in the 16th century, and finally by the Mughal Emperor Akbar's forces, it was abandoned by its rulers who vowed never to return until they avenge their defeat. The few remaining palaces and towers are part of its stirring history. ..more | |
Jaipur Jaipur - capital city of Rajasthan is famous for the Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal. Travel to Jaipur in Rajasthan to see historic forts & Palaces, bustling bazaars, colorful people. Also known as the shoppers paradise, you will find jewelry, textile, carpets, handicrafts and lot more. This famous city is known as the " Pink City ", and pink it is, with beautiful constructed palaces, havelis and forts. Tall, rugged men with handle-bar whiskers sport bright pink turbans. A fantastic palacial city, Jaipur is considered by many travelers to be the must-visit destination while in India. Jaipur is 260 km from Delhi and 240 km from Agra and forms the most popular tour in India by the name of Golden Triangle Tours of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Rajasthan Tours would be incomplete without a travel to Jaipur. Get complete travel information of Jaipur, Jaipur Tours, Hotels in Jaipur, travel guide to Jaipur, Car Rental in Jaipur etc...more | |
Jaisalmer The "Golden City" of India, Jaisalmer is rich with historical monuments, mansions and fortresses. The largest draw, though, has to be the landscape, which allows for a moment of tranquility amongst the bustle of the more populous Indian cities. It still bears the look of a quaint medieval town where chivalary and honour were the order of the day. The name Jaisalmer induces a dramatic picture of utter magic and brilliance of the desert. The hostile terrain not with standing the warmth and colour of people is simply over whelming. One of the must travel in Jaisalmer is the daunting 12th century Jaisalmer Fort. Rajasthan Tours would be incomplete without a travel to Jaisalmer. Get complete travel information of Jaisalmer, Jaisalmer Tours, Hotels in Jaisalmer, travel guide to Jaisalmer, Car Rental in Jaisalmer etc. ..more | |
Jodhpur On the edge of the Thar desert, Jodhpur is known as the "sun city," as it shines brightly nearly every day of the year. There is also a soft blue mist which envelops the city and seems to transport visitors to a magical place. There are numerous historical palaces and massive monuments for travelers to explore here , some of which are carved out of the mountainsides. Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan is fast becoming a favoured destination in Rajasthan. A must travel to Jodhpur is the Massive 15 the century AD Mehrangarh Fort that looms on the top of a rocky hill soaring 125 mts. above the plains. The city is encompassed by high wall - 10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions. Rajasthan Tours would be incomplete without a travel to Jodhpur. Get complete travel information of Jodhpur, Jodhpur Tours, Hotels in Jodhpur, travel guide to Jodhpur, Car Rental in Jodhpur etc...more | |
Kota | |
Mount Abu | |
Nagaur | |
Pushkar Pushkar is a holy city in Rajastan, famous for its Brahma Temple, lakes, ghats, and bazaar. Pushkar has the famous Lord Brahma Temple (the only Brahma Temple in the world) and the famous camel fair, also called as Pushkar Fair is also held here. During the annual Pushkar cattle fair held in October and November, the city is awash with tourists. Each year, thousands travel to Pushkar to bathe in what they consider to be holy lakes. Pushkar is also an important religious place for Hindus. Rajasthan Tours would be incomplete without a travel to Pushkar. Get complete travel information of Pushkar, Pushkar Tours, Hotels in Pushkar, travel guide to Pushkar, Car Rental in Pushkar etc. ..more | |
Ranakpur is well-known for its 15th century temples built by Jain merchants, these are characterized by the fine quality of their carving. ..more | |
Ranthambore Located in small district of Sawai Madhopur, Ranthambore is famous for its National park. The abode also endorse many other tourist attraction that includes Ranthambore fort and many other big and small tourist spots. Ranthambore is the gateway to the world renowned Ranthambore National Park - the famous Tiger Reserve. The park, which is one of the finest tiger reserves in the country Park's abandoned fortress, lakes and above all it's friendly tigers have made it one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Ranthambore National park is famous for its tigers and is one of the best places in the country to see these majestic predators in the wild. The tigers can be easily spotted even during the day. Rajasthan Tours would be incomplete without a travel to Ranthambore. Get complete travel information of Ranthambore, Ranthambore Tours, Hotels in Ranthambore, travel guide to Ranthambore, Car Rental in Ranthambore etc. ..more | |
Udaipur | |
Sariska | |
Traveling within the State Visitors coming from overseas can choose to come via Delhi or Mumbai, with Delhi being closer, and providing the ideal entry point through Jaipur. From Mumbai, the entry point into Rajasthan is Udaipur. The only other national airport used for civil aviation services is at Jodhpur. All points within the state are connected by both road and rail. While railway connections offer convenient overnighters, reservations are necessary. Most principal road heads are an average five-hour journey apart, making intra-state travel convenient. Scheduled tourist bus services are available, and tourist cars can be hired. Rajasthan is visitor-friendly. Credit cards are accepted in most tourist towns, and certainly at hotels and shops. For visitors wary of the local cuisine, continental cuisine is widely available: where it may fail to be authentic, or come up to gourmet standards, it will most certainly offer the familiar taste of home. Bottled mineral water is widely available. The state has an extensive network of postal services and banks, as well as telecommunication links with the rest of the world. While it may not lack in modern amenities, Rajasthan's flavor is delightfully medieval - truly a place where time, as the cliché goes, has stood still.
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Majestic palaces and rugged forts,spectacular deserts, wooded hills and tranquil lakes, bustling towns and quiet villages, amazing flora and fauna, the colorful and vibrant people of Rajasthan form an intricate tapestry of mysticism, grandeur and rusticity. Behind the breathtaking beautiful facade, expect to find contradictions to the ordinary and mundane aspects of vacationing. Wherever you travel, particularly when you escape from the popular tourist destinations, 
you will come across the unexpected, whether it is a local fair or a bustling bazaar or mind-blowing architectural wonders. The mood and the rhythm of the countryside changes from one region to another, and from season to season.It is a land of magical fantasies that remain a lifetime memory.
