Rajasthan Tourism Place
About Rajasthan Tourism
Rajasthan is a state of vibrant folk dance and music, huge forts and palaces, spicy food, colorful and big turbans, wide golden sand deserts, camels and rich handicrafts. Hence, it is an incredible place to visit in India to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. Spread over an area of 342239 sq km, Rajasthan is perfect for history buffs, culture lovers, adventure lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, family vacations, honeymoon and much more.
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Architectural splendor: Forts, palaces and havelis!
The major tourist attractions of Rajasthan are its havelis, palaces and forts which add to the experience of exploring one of the historically rich states in India. Chittorgarh Fort is also a tourist attraction, as it is the largest fort in Asia. It is spread over an area of 700 acres, which is 3 km in length and 13 km in circumferential length. The exquisite architecture is not limited to palaces and forts as Rajasthan also has impressive Hindu and Jain temples such as the Dilwara Jain Temple and the Eklingji Temple.
A rich combination of dance, song, ride and colours!
For culture lovers, Rajasthan is home to many fairs and festivals. The way cattle fairs take place in Pushkar and Nagaur are really worth seeing. Some of the most famous tourist festivals showcasing the rich traditions, customs, folk dance and music of the state are Desert Festival, Bikaner Camel Festival, Nagaur Mela, Pushkar Fair, Elephant Festival, Mewar Festival, Mount Abu Winter Festival, Gangaur Festival and Teej.
Rajasthan also boasts of a rich wildlife!
Despite being a hot and dry place, Rajasthan is rich in wildlife tourism. It offers many opportunities for tiger sighting and bird watching. Some of the famous wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the state are Ranthambore National Park, Sariska National Park, Keoladeo and Mukundara Hills National Park. It is blessed with a rich diversity of flora and fauna and bird species. To spot the Royal Bengal Tigers, Ranthambore National Park and Sariska National Park are the most famous wildlife places in Rajasthan.
Those who love bird watching should visit Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as it is home to at least 230 species of birds. Home to indigenous water birds and migratory water birds, especially the Siberian Crane, the Bharatpur Sanctuary also houses several species of mammals such as sambar, chital, nilgai and boar. Today it is a major tourist destination for most ornithologists during the hibernal season. Apart from these, Rajasthan is home to a large number of leopards, blackbuck, great Indian spotted eagle and swamp crocodiles.
Go Shopping: From Jewelery to Paintings!
Handicraft skills are an essential part of the culture of Rajasthan, for which shopping is an experience. The state is famous for its jewellery, and has one of the largest centers of hand-cut gems in the world. Kundan and Meenakari style jewelery as well as gold and silver jewelery are extremely famous. Gold work on glass, called Theva, is also a very popular thing in Rajasthan.
Another item worth buying in Rajasthan are its miniature paintings which have Mughal influence. These paintings have intricate details and come in different styles like Mewar, Bundi, Kota, Marwar, Bikaner, Jaipur and Kishangarh. An ancient art of scroll painting called Phad is also one of the best things to take back home from Rajasthan. Pichwai is another form of painting, slightly different from Phad; But equally attractive.
Apart from home decor in the form of paintings, Rajasthan offers an opportunity to buy some authentic and exquisite leather items, of which Mojri/Jutti/Shoes are the most popular things to buy. The finest Mojri can be obtained from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Barmer and Jaisalmer along with leather instruments. One can buy lamp shades, shields, vases made of camel skin from Bikaner.
Dal Bati Churma to Laal Mas: Taste the Delicious Delicacies of Rajasthan!
Influenced by the dry region of Rajasthan, extreme climatic conditions and limited availability of water and vegetation, Rajasthani cuisine has evolved from the unique cooking style and the austere lifestyle of its natives. from the state's signature dish; Popular street snacks include dal baati churma; From chilli pakoras, liberal use of spices and ghee to the prominent use of a variety of pulses and beans, Rajasthani food is a treat for which tourists travel a thousand miles.
Starting from batis, missi roti, and different types of rotis like jowar, bajra and maize ki roti, to go with exceptionally delicious curries like Gatte ki Sabzi, Papad ki Sabzi and Kadhi Pakora. Spicy tangs and accompaniments like Moong Dal and Onion Ki Kachori, Bikaneri Bhujia, Bajra Khichda, Kheer Sangri, and Lahsoon Ki Chutney, and the wind-up Pachak Butter Milk enlarge the menu even further. And not to forget the sweet wonders like Churma, Lapsi, Malpua, Ghevar, Alwar Ka Mawa and the long lasting Gond Ke Laddu. Although the region is predominantly vegetarian, the influence of the non-vegetarian food habit of the Rajputs can be seen in the cuisine with the presence of dishes such as Lal Maas, Jungle Mas, Khad Rabbit and Safed Maas, which in a way complete the menu. .
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