Tourism in Rajasthan: The Land of Maharajas, Rajasthan attracts tourists from around the world for its superb architectural heritage as well as the effervescent traditions and culture which are deeply rooted in the art, music, architecture of this majestic land. One of the most visited tourist destination in India, Rajasthan offers something for everyone. Tourism in Rajasthan not only showcases the rich heritage of the state but also projects the light on India’s diverse culture. Some of the most visited tourist destinations in Rajasthan include Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Jodhpur which attract large number of tourists, mainly due to the presence of exquisite royal forts and palaces which bear witness to the Indian’s opulent royal past. There are number of tourist destinations in Rajasthan. Jaipur city is one of the three cities in the Golden Triangle Tour of India and hence is foreigners love to visit this beautiful state on their holidays in India. Apart from historical places there are number of famous fairs and events which are visited by tourists from all over the world.
Rajasthan Travel Destinations: "Mystical and Magical" - Rajasthan is the place where royalty is a way of life. Stories of bravery and romance can be still heard in its soil. Famously known as 'Land of Kings', Rajasthan has multi-color faces from Great Thar Desert in the west to Tiger den 'Sariska' in the east. Adventure and romance prevail in every part of Rajasthan and its diverse culture make it a culturally rich state of India. Grand forts attract everyone eyes and palaces makes them glittering. Rajasthan is known for its historically rich 'Forts and Palaces', war museums, holy temples, age-old but artistic haveli, gardens, lakes, sanctuaries and national parks. The Rich artwork in its attire and trade rush in fairs tells about its diversity and colorful culture. Celebrations in Rajasthan always a fun as there are many fairs and festival round the year.
Famous Cities in Rajasthan – Almost all the cities has some attractive jewel in them but some of the destination are well known and a top spot fot all travellers. Like Abhaneri is famous for its deep well, Mount Abu as a sole hill station of Rajasthan, Chittorgarh for fort and Deshnoke for Rat temple. Palaces of Jaipur , Bikaner and Udaipur, paintings of Kishangarh, marble of Kota, blue city of Rajasthan ‘Jodhpur’, Forts of Ajmer, Alwar, Jaisalmer, Kumbhalgarh , temples of Ranakpur, Pushkar and wildlife of Bharatpur, Ranthambore, Sariska. All these places are some most famous tourist places in Rajasthan.
Forts and Palaces in Rajasthan: – Inspiring history of Rajasthan tells about Kings and Queens of Rajasthan. Forts tells the stories of bravery of Kings and Queens, as every fort has a unique but exciting story behind it. Royal and luxurious palaces are marvelous on their own. India’s largest Chittorgarh fort sings the songs of Rajputs bravery. Other famous forts are Jaigarh Fort, Mehrangarh Fort, Jaisalmer Fort, Junagarh Fort. Many forts are also included in World Heritage Sites. City Palaces of Jaipur and Udaipur are magnificent and truly shows a royal lifestyle. Other countless palaces like Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, Jal Mahal, Lake Palace are major attractions for travellers. These monuments are must visit places in Rajasthan.
Museums in Rajasthan: – Rajasthan still taking care of heritage given by history and one can easily see age old history by visiting numerous war and royal museums in Rajasthan. Birla Museum, Hawa Mahal museum, folklore museum of Jaisalmer and many other are spread in Rajasthan. Jaipur Dolls Museum has a diverse collection of dolls all over the world.
Temples in Rajasthan: – Rajasthan is mainly a Rajputana land and has many hindu pilgrimage temples. But Rajasthan also has famous Ajmer Sharif Dargah where no prayer goes unanswered. World famous Dilwara temples and holy Jain pilgrimage Ranakpur Jain temples are amazing to visit. Other major temples are Eklingi temple, Osian temple, Shree Nathji temple, Galtaji temple and only brahma temple in world ‘Brahma temple’ Pushkar. Temples are an important part of its culture which makes them a famous tourist destinations of Rajasthan.
Wildlife Sancturies and National Parks: – Beside being a desert state, Rajasthan has a rich green wildlife. Some of the wildlife parks are unique and famous for a particular animal or bird. Like Khichan bird sanctuary is popular world wide as the Demoiselle Crane village and Sariska Tiger Reserve is best to watch tiger at its den. Other famous parks are Ranthambhore National Park, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Darrah National Park, Sajjangarh Sanctuary. Ranthambore and Sariska are among the most famous tourist destinations in Rajasthan.
Lakes in Rajasthan: – Other than Udaipur which is famously known as lake city, Rajasthan has numerous romantic and attractive artificial and natural lakes. Lake Pichola has luxurious island hotels, Nakki Lake evenings are romantic always. Other than these, Pushkar Lake is holy lake where a dip wash all sins. Other lakes are Ana Sagar Lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, Jaisamand Lake. Lakes are important sightseeing and attractions in Rajasthan which offers number of activities to do and a way to explore cities.
Alwar:- Famous Tourist Places in Alwar are Alwar Fort/Bala Quila, Moti Doongri, Bhangarh Fort, Maharani Ki Chhatri, Hill Fort Kesroli, Itarana, Vijay Mandir, Jaisamand Lake, and Sariska Tiger Reserve and many others. There are many gardens also there where the tourists can have a nice time and Alwar is a place where people from many other communities stay here but not only Rajasthan is so you get to see many ethnic cities in culture during your tour of Alwar Tourist Places. Read More
Ajmer:- Ajmer is a small city located south west of Jaipur. Ajmer city was founded Raja Ajaypal Chauhan in the 7th century and at present the city is known as the land of the saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti’. Ajmer Shariff is the most famous tourist attraction in Ajmer. As the final resting place of the great Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chisti. Muslims from all over the world revere the Dargah Sharif, where the saint lies buried and locally equally revered by both the Hindus and the Muslims. Being a religious city , it is visited by number of tourists and devotees.There are number of other famous tourist places in Ajmer which attracts locals as well as tourists alike. Ana Sagar Lake is another famous destination in Ajmer where you can relax and enjoy leisure activities. Apart from Ajmer Shariff there are number of other Jain temples which are also popular amongst tourists. Pushakr other popular destination to visit is located nearby the Ajmer city. Read More
Bharatpur:- Known as the "Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan", Bharatpur situated about 50 km west of Agra welcomes its connoisseurs to devour the richness of this historical city that represent the culture of this surreal place. Acknowledged for its numerous fortified forts and royal palaces that dot the kingdom, Bharatpur is truly a muse for the history and art lovers.Tempting the backpackers with it’s truly desi vibes, Bharatpur in Rajasthan has a galore of tourist places that need to be explored. Being one of the main stop-offs on the Delhi-Jaipur-Agra Golden Tourism Triangle, Bharatpur is often thronged by visitors across the country. Read More
Bhilwara:- Tradition has it that it came to be known as Bhilwara because it was mostly inhabited by Bhils in old days. These Bhils were eventually driven away towards the hilly tracts and interior places of less importance by the ancestors of the peasant settlers. Ironically enough ,now very few Bhils live in this area. Another version recounts that the present Bhilwara city had a mint where coins known as 'BHILADI' were minted and from this denomination was derived the name of the district. Over the years it has emerged out as the TEXTILE CITY of Rajasthan. Now a days ,Bhilwara is better known as the textile city in the country. Read More
Bikaner:- Bikaner is a beautiful city of Rajasthan which is located in the northern part of the state and known for its temples, palaces and royal forts and also for being a great tourist hub of India. The city of Bikaner was used to be the princely state of Rajasthan and at present it is an extraordinary beautiful place to be. The city of Bikaner was founded by Rao Bika in the year 1486 and at present there are ample of tourist attractions in Bikaner that attracts thousands of people from all over the world. The city of Bikaner is located in the central part of Thar Desert and that is why it gets least rainfall and extreme hot climate. Read More
Badmer:- Barmer located in the western part of Rajasthan, is a desert town just 153 km from Jaisalmer. It forms a major part of the Thar Desert. The original name of the village was Bahadmer which means the hill fort of Bahada. The town has many historical sites and is a popular tourist destination. The trip to Barmer can be very interesting and offers fascinating sights as one gets to pass through rural Rajasthan. One will see small villages with mud-houses decorated with folk motifs, and colorfully attired people on the way. Though a barren land with harsh climate and tough terrain; Barmer is known for its rich crafts, dance and music. Read More
Banswara:- Banswara is a city in Banswara District in south Rajasthan in India. The state of Banswara was founded by Maharawal Jagmal Singh. It is named for the "bans" or bamboo forests in the area. Formerly a princely state under the reign of the Maharavals and home to the Bhil tribals of the region, Banswara gets its name from ‘baans’ or bamboo tree that once grew in abundance. The city is famous for hundreds of tiny islands (known as ‘Chachakota’ in local parlance) situated on Mahi river. The presence of centuries-old temples and shrines, such as Arthuna, are prime attractions for tourism in Banswara. The tribal culture prevalent in the Banswara makes it a popular tourist hotspot. Read More
Baran:- Baran is located in the state of Rajasthan in north-western India, Baran is a district, which was created out of the district of Kota on 10th April, 1991. The headquarters of this district is based in Baran city, which is also a municipality in the Baran district. Most of Baran’s area lies untouched and unspoiled, and the rest has been embraced with colors of ethnicity. The charm is elevated by the sparkling stream of Sagavan, Kher, Sala and Gargsari rivers, snaking through the town. Erstwhile rulers marked their territory with invincible forts like Shahabad Fort. One amongst many tourist attractions of Baran, Sitabari is much acclaimed because of its religious and historical significance. Legend says that Goddess Sita made this place her sojourn and lived with her two kids, after leaving Ayodhya. Read More
Bundi:- Bundi is a town in the Hadoti region of Rajasthan state in northwest India. It is of particular architectural note for its ornate forts, palaces, and stepwell reservoirs known as baoris. It is the administrative headquarters of Bundi District. Bundi has many temples, so it is called "Chhoti Kashi". Settled near a narrow gorge surrounded on three sides by hills of the Aravalli ranges, Bundi is one of the historical and cultural treasures of Rajasthan. The 12th century town is situated in the Hadoti region of the royal state. The town is known for glorious medieval forts, temples, havelis and magnificent palaces. Read More
Chittorgarh:- One of the most important forts in Chittorgarh is Chittorgarh fort; a World Heritage site boasting of seven gates, imposing monuments, towers, water bodies, majestic palaces and holy temples. The major attractions of Chittorgarh fort are Victory tower, Kirti Stambha and Meera Temple. All attractions are lined-up with exquisitely adorned interiors and exhibit Rajput styles. Other major attractions of Chittorgarh fort include- Padmini’s Palace, a white three storied building put up amidst the lotus pond. The magnificent place reminds us of the elegant beauty of Rani Padmini. Another important attraction is Rana Kumbha’s Palace; put up by Rana Kumbh it is one of the striking palaces in Chittorgarh. Read More
Churu:- Thar Desert and beautiful grand havelis with marvelous fresco paintings, namely Kanhaiya lal Bagla ki Haweli and Surana Haweli, with hundreds of small windows. It also has some fine Chhatris. Near the town is a religious seat of the Nath sect of Sadhus where there are life-size Marble statue of their deities and a place for prayers. There stands a Dharma Stop, a symbol of religious equality. Read More
Dausa:- Dausa was carved out from Jaipur district. The famous poet Sant Sunderdas was born in Dausa. Some places to visit in the city are Madhogarh Fort, Gatolav,Chand Baori-A Stepwell,Hazrat Khwaja Jamaluddin Shah Baba Mosque, Haveli (Mansions) Attractions, Mehndipur Balaji Temple, Neelkanth and Panch Mahadev Temple. Read More
Dholpur:- Dholpur is a city in eastern-most parts of the Rajasthan state of India. It is the administrative headquarters of Dholpur District and was formerly seat of the Dholpur princely state, before Independence. Dhaulpur became a separate district in 1982 comprising four tehsils of Bharatpur: Dholpur, Rajakhera, Bari and Baseri. It is bordered by Bharatpur district of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh to the north, Madhya Pradesh to the south, Karauli district to the west and Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh to the east. Read More
Dungarpur:- There are a few palaces and havelis in the Dungarpur like the Udai Bilas Palace, Old Palace or Juna Mahal and a few others. The Juna Mahal is somewhat different as it has a multi storey building that is built in a unique style. However it is in a ruining condition now. Gaib Sagar Lake, Beneshwar Dham, Srinathji Temple, Government Museum of Archeology, Rokadia Ganesh Temple and a few other places are some places that can be visit in and around the city. Read More
Hanumangarh:- Hanumangarh one can visit the ancient Bhatner fort, which is situated on the banks of the river Ghaggar. This majestic fort was built by the Bhupat son of King Bhati of Jaisalmer. Other remarkable attractions in Hanumangarh are the Indira Gandhi Nahar and the historic Gurudwara. Apart from the historical significance, the district of Hanumangarh is widely visited for its famous fairs and carnivals also. Prominent amongst them are Bhadrakali Mela, Pallu Mela, Gogameri Mela, Shila Mata Mela and Mahitab Singh Ji Yadgari Mela. Read More
Jaipur:- The celebrated “Pink City” and renowned capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh ll on 18th November 1727. This Royal place is famed for its heritage, culture and architecture. The capital turns out to be an ultimate tourist destination due to its royal palaces, peaceful temples and striking havelis. Other than royal attractions, Jaipur displays beautiful handicrafts and fabulous jewelry. Jaipur has hand decorated and embroidered textiles, markets full with bright turbans, pretty jewelry, cultural garments and mouth-watering food. This largest city is Rajasthan is also famous as the “Pink City”. It is so because in 1876, the city was painted with terracotta pink colour in grand welcome of the Prince of Wales. Since then the name has not only stuck, but has given the city a unique identity. Jaipur is known as “The Pink City of India”. Read More
Jaisalmer:- Jaisalmer is one of the major visited cities of Rajasthan known as ‘the Golden City’ because of the massive ‘Golden Fort” which is made by yellow sandstone and the people cannot stop straying at the fort for hours. The founder of the city is Maharawal Jaisal Singh, who was a Rajput king founded the city in the year 1156 AD. Jaisalmer is also stated as a World Heritage Site and popularly known for its golden fort and many palaces and Jain temples. The city is located very close proximity to the Thar Desert and one can have a nice safari from this city. Read More
Jalore:- Jalore is an upcoming town with a rich past, interesting cultural heritage and numerous attractive sightseeing destinations. Ancient Temples, Mosques and a Multitude of Historical. Jalore fort is perched atop a steep and perpendicular hill. Places to visit in the city are Jalore Fort, Kirti Stambh and Nadishwar Deep Tirth, Jalore Wildlife Sanctuary, The Main Poles or Fort Gateway. Read More
Jhalawar:- Jhalawar is a city in Jhalawar district of Rajasthan. It lies in southeastern Rajasthan. This particular city was the former princely state of Jhalawar’s capital city. At present it is the administrative headquarters of Jhalawar District. Its previous name was Brijnagar. This city is dotted with many tourist destinations like old temples, forts, palaces and Mahals. Read More
Jhodhpur:- Jodhpur is known as the "Sun City" because of its bright and sunny weather throughout the year. It is divided into two parts - the old city and the new city. Jodhpur city has many beautiful palaces and forts such as Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhavan Palace, Janana Mahal, Phool Mahal, Rohet Garh, khejarla Fort, Luni Fort Palace and Other charms of Jodhpur include Museum and Lakes. Read More
Jhunjhunu:- Jhunjhunu is founded by Jhujhar singh nehra Jat This city is in the northern state of Rajasthan, India and the administrative headquarters of Jhunjhunu District. It is located 180 km away from Jaipur, 220 km from Bikaner and 240 km from Delhi. The city is famous for the frescos on its grand havelis. Khetri Mahal, known as Wind Palace, inspired Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh of Jaipur that he was so intimidated by this unique structure that he built the grand and historical hawa mahal located in jaipur. Read More
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Shri Ganganagar:- The northern most city of the Indian state of Rajasthan, Ganganagar is an amazing mix of a quintessential desert and a well-irrigated green land. Although situated in the Thar region of Rajasthan, the city has managed to bloom itself as a green land. Irrigation via the effective canal system has changed the flora of the region. This was made possible by the Maharaja Ganga Singh, thereby making Ganganagar the food basket of Rajasthan. On a trip to Ganganagar, tourists can visit prominent sites like the historic city of Kalibangan, Bror village, Anooph fort, Laila-Majnu ki Mazar (tomb) and Gurudwara Buddha Johad. Read More
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