A magical land of Forts and Palaces, Rajasthan is the largest state in India in terms of area. Covering an area of 342,239 km², Rajasthan encompasses the Thar Desert and the Aravalli ranges, which make for the main geographical features of the state. There are immense options for Rajasthan Tourism, with the land being revered worldwide for its heritage, culture, safaris, sand dunes and lush green forests with enchanting wildlife.
Tourism in Rajasthan offers an enchanting variety of travel experiences. Travelers are assured of a truly regal experience on a Tour to Rajasthan, with an amazing array of attractions on offer, from sand dunes and desert safari, to forts and palaces, a colorful tribal life and numerous fairs and festivals. Plan a Rajasthan tour to feel the true essence of Rajasthan’s royalty!
Despite extensive modernization, Rajasthan has been able to preserve the culturally rich heritage of India's glorious past more successfully than any other region of the country. Rajasthan has till date retained the medieval grandeur wonderfully and the magnificent monuments, forts and palaces in Rajasthan bear ample testimony to the glories and grandeur of the ancient Rajput civilization. This is exactly what accounts for the vast scope for
Rajasthan Tourism, making the state a 'must-see' for the tourists, for where else can one find such a perfect co-existence of modernization with traditional heritage?
Prime among the manifold
tourist attractions in Rajasthan, the monuments in Rajasthan allow visitors to travel back in time to the ancient era of Rajput royalty and experience the regal lifestyle of those times. These architectural marvels mirror the love of opulence and beauty in the hearts of the ancient Rajputs. Having fascinated art lovers and historians for centuries, these magnificent monuments are highly revered for their architectural splendor and intricate inlay works. The grand palaces and forts owe their execution to the imagination of heroic rulers and emperors who dared to extend their ideas to the farthest limits of human thought.
The monuments in Rajasthan have not only withstood the ravages of time and onslaught of enemies, they have over the centuries inculcated many a feature of the cultures that dominated the region. Just not mere stone and brick structures, these edifices are the existing examples through which we can unravel the glorious history of Rajasthan.
Some of the major cities that house most of Rajasthan's iconic monuments include Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Chittorgarh, Ajmer, Pushkar, Mount Abu and Ranthambore.
Another integral part of
Rajasthan Tourism is the unending expanse of golden sands of the Thar Desert, awe-inspiring bastions, ancient havelis, magnificent temples, camel safaris and the inherent magnetic charm of this desert kingdom.
A magical land of valiance and chivalry, Rajasthan presents a unique diversity in all its forms. The state is also revered highly for its rich and colorful culture that dates back to several centuries. The rich and diverse arts and crafts of Rajasthan have kept alive the rich cultural heritage of the land. Lively, exhilarating, mesmerizing and compelling, the ritual and performing arts of Rajasthan are a treat to watch and are prime among the manifold attractions on Rajasthan Tours. Having been carefully nurtured and preserved over the centuries, these art forms add a new dimension to Tourism in Rajasthan.
