Rajasthan, streeped in history and tales of valour, in the Land of Kings. Today the maharajahs lord it over luxurious palace hotels, where only the guest is king. Come to Rajasthan for its majestic forts and regal splendour. Join a caravan on camelback as it wends its way through sheer expanses of desert. Enjoy the finest of folk music and dance traditions. Want more ? There's a green Rajasthan too, of lush hills and cool lakes and some of the most spectacular wildlife in India.
Rajasthan conjures up visions of sand dunes, towering forts pretty palaces, and Rajput chivalry. But this spectacular state can surprose too : it's home to the highest hill between the Himalaya and the Nilgiris, a world famous bird sanctuary and India's first Mughal garden. Savour Rajasthan's awesome cultural treasures along these great tourist circuits.
A 7th century Chauhan stronghold, Ajmer is a pilgrimage center for Muslims though people from all religious backgrounds come to pray at its dargah
Once know as Mewat, the Rajput Kingdom came under Muslim domination during the 13-18th centures with intermittent attempts to win it back which , Kachchawaha prince succeded in doing in 1771.
The Only Jat kingdom in the state, the rock hard mud fortifications of its fort proved incvincible even under repeated siege. Howerver,Bharatpur is better known as a bird sanctuary
Founded by one fo the scions of the house of Jodhpur, Bikaner's 15th century history combines adventure with enterprise.One of the principal outposts of the desert, it is also a major center of camel
Bundi is 36 km from Kota is and is one of the unexplored cities with a rich historical wealth
The former capital of the Sisodia rulers of Udaipur, Chittaur perches atop the scraggy spine of the Aravallis. The few remaining palaces and towers are part of its stirring history.
The Capital of the modern state of Rajasthan, Jaipur is a modern city built according to the specifications laid down in ancient architectural texts Know as the pink city on account of the flush colour
The 16the century capital of the Rathore Rajputs, Jodhopur's history is evident in the hilltop eyrie, Mehrangarh, from where its destiny was writtern Narrow paths wind up the steep path
The westernmost citadel of the desert, Jaisalmer has an ancient history linked with its development as a trading centre. Jaisalmer is celebrated for the exquisite stone carved havilies
Along the eastern bank of the Chambal River lies Kota - an amazing juxtaposition of the majestic medieval age and modern industrialisation temples its untouched wealth of impressive forts
Known as one of the finest nestled in the Shekhawati region, Mandawa is not only famous for its royal castle, but also for its innumerable Havelis where painted facades
A Summer retreat in the Aravallis with a large lake and several temples, it also doubles as a pilgrimage centre with its 11th -13th century Dilwara Jain temples.
A Pilgrimage centre with the only temple in India dedicated to Brahma, the Creator, Pushkar is the venue of an annual camle fair. Pushkar along the bank of the picturesque Pushkar Lake -
The Fort of Ranthambore has been abandoned to nature for in this national park, the tiger has right of stay. One of the country's finest tiger reserves, its topography of low hills and large lakes
A 15th century group of temples raised by Jain merchants, these are characterised by the fine quality of their carving.
Samode Palace set amidst fairy tale surroundings. Its history goes back more than four and half centuries.
The semidesert region of Shekhawati is a colourful fantasy having a fascinating uniquely of its own
A tiger reserve, Sariska is densely wooded, making sightings difficult, though the picturesque park is also home to deer.
A lake city, and the capital of the Ranas of Mewar founded in the 16th century, Udaipur is know for its fairytable palaces that nestle along the banks of a lake, or completely cover islands in its midst.