Rajasthan Desert

Location: northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent.
Famous As: Royal Rajastan of India
Rajasthan Climate: Temprature In summer touches to 48oC and in winter it drops to 0oC.

Rajasthan fort and palaces

Rajasthan, the land of kings, the home of the Rajputs- a group of warrior clan, is the magical land set amidst the desolate desert beauty. Though it's former rulers are dead and gone, the forts and palaces of amazing architectural beauty and luxury, still stand testimony to its rich cultural heritage reminding of the romance and chivalry, pride and honour, joy and warmth of hospitality that is unique. The historic cities of Rajasthan also maintain their traditional flavor in their arts and craft, colorful and buzzing marketplaces with vibrant men in turbans and women with bright mirrored skirts and jewelry. The modes of transport reveal a blend of modernity with the plying of camels, oxen, elephants, buses and cars. Lively folk dances and music, ballads and colorful festivities are an integral part of its vital culture. Like all deserts, miles of golden stretches of sand of Thar also offer the tremor of life in its oases of magic and romance. Many beautiful temples and mosques also dot the entire state and they come alive during usual Hindu and muslimfairs and festivals. Some of the finest national parks and sanctuaries are a rich source of pastime, pleasure and excitement for the wildlife enthusiasts. Rajasthan is widely known for its fine miniature paintings, fabulous fabrics and Jewelry and a host of beautiful handicrafts.Travel masti brings to you a variety of travel and tourism activities to choose from in this magnificent land.

Jaipur

Also known as Pink city is the capital of Rajasthan. a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince the city was given pink coat since then the city retained this colour Maharaja Jai Singh A famous astronomer was the founder of Jaipur 260 years ago. The renowned areas to be visited are Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory and Ram Niwas Gardens, pink rose residential and business areas. Other places which must be visited in Jaipur are-
Amber Fort
Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. . Ply the Elephant to mount the Fort
Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors must be seen
Nargarh & Jaigarh
15 kms to the north-west of the city is The Nahargarh or Tiger fort,from where you can have a spectacular view of the city. Once upon a time it was the royal retreat for maharanis and was also a treasury. Jaigarh - the fort of victory has the world's largest cannon on wheels. Its remarkable water supply and storage system as well as the museum are worth seeing.
Sanganer
Sanganer is famous for its hand made paper and block-printed fabrics, and is also known for its Jain Temples and carvings.

Mount Abu

Famous for its Temples. Dilwara Temples consisting of five Jain Temples, 11th century onwards represent the climax in the art of decoration in stone with intricate ornamental carvings and famous Shiva Temple in Achalgarh Fort. A boat-ride on the placid water of Nakki Lake studded with little islets is worth riding.

Ajmer

Dargah Sharif -The Tomb of the Sufi Saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, is what first comes to the mind on hearing Ajmer. . During the 11th century Chauhan ruler, Aiaipal founded the city. Other places to visit are Taragarh Fort built by Prithiviraj Chauhan. A fabulous embankment built by Anjali by the lovely lake Ana Sagar some 800 years ago and 500 years later Shahjahan erected 5 beautiful marble pavilions

Bharatpur

One of the most spectacular water birds sanctuary is Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur features nesting indigenous water- birds as well as migratory water birds and water side birds. It is populated by sambar, chital, nilgai and boar as well. From October till December the sarus cranes nest in the region of the lake, aboriginal water birds nest in the acacia trees. From December on, the migratory birds, duck and cranes are the main feature of the sanctuary.

Bikaner

Bikaner is situated in the northern part of Rajasthan. Founded by Raja Rai Singh the city is surrounded by high walls and the old city is encircled by a 7-km long wall, having 5 access. Bikaner is well-known for Camel Safaris the place where one can get the best riding camels.

Gajner
Famous for Gajner Wild Life Game Sanctuary where you can see & take pictures of Black Bucks, Wild Boars, Blue Bulls Chinkaras, and other animals in large herds. Gajner Lake is surrounded by Palaces and in the winter months you can enjoy watching and photographing Siberian Imperial Sand Grouse which comes to the lake for drinking water in the mornings.

Bundi
The city is just like a beautiful landscape painted by a painter, narrow gorge in rows of terraced gardens and domed houses. And the typical ancient palace with its complex spy-holes, furtive trap doors and top secret under ground passages. Spectacularly inventive water supply system is worth watching.

Chittoragarh
Famous for its Fort of Chittor,(113 kms. from Udaipur, Built by powerful Bhim, one of the Pandava heroes of Mahabharata) Nine storied Vijay Stambh, ( 37 mts high built in 1440 by Maharana Kumbha to memorialize his victory over the muslim rulers of Malwa and Gujarat) and the Tower of fame, Kirti Stambh 22 meters high covered with figures from Jain Pantheon.

Deeg

32 kms from Bharatpur, Deeg is famous for its immense fortifications surrounded by flourishing gardens, woods and pools, palaces surrounded by gardens, tanks and fountains of coloured water, richly carved columns, cornices and eaves of the palaces. Marble swing in Gopal Bhavan, carried by a jat warrior from Oudh to Deeg.

Jaisalmer


Jaisalmer is a city of gilded magic situated in the heart of the Thar. Probably the most beautiful evening of Rajisthan is there, as the sun goes down, the sky is colored into red and golden flames and night starts covering the whole city gently, as if a new monument is created every evening.All different kinds of Havelis are there dating from 12th to 15th century, though they all have exquisite carvings and filigreed work and people still living in these ancient buildings.

National Park
JThe Desert National Park with an area of more than 3000 square kms is a huge stretch of protected Bio-sphere Reserve. Other then the Great Indian Bustard's breeding site and exotic wildlife you can see the Indian Gazel, Chinkara, Eagles and many animals and birds.

Sam Sand Dunes
You will enjoy visiting Sam Sand Dunes near Jaisalmer in jeeps. Take a look at the ruins of some villages, while riding a camel in the desert

Jodhpur

It’s the second largest city of Rajasthan and is famous for the Meharangarh Fort, Moti-Mahal and Phool Mahal,Umaid Bhawan Palace, Girdikot & Sardar Market. And never miss the beauty of Jaswant Thada, an imposing Marble Memorium built in 1899.

Mandore
8 kms away from Jodhpur is the ancient capital of Marwar-Mandore. for strategic reasons the city was abandoned. At the foot of the hills amidst gardens, commemorative cenotaphs line the silent city. A place of worship of reputedly 300 million Gods and contains the huge full-scale statues of local deities and heroes.

Osian
Famous for the 8th century Sun temple with carved pillars supporting a conical roof, and having an image of Durga in it. Exquisitely sculptured figures of several Gods and elaborately engraved ceiling in a large assembly hall of Sachiya Mata temple still reminds of the ancient time. The Mahavir Jain temple stands on a wide terrace with a three-tiered roof and a `torana' gateway.

Mandawa
Mandawa Town was founded by Thakur Nawal Singh in 1755 and is still the home of his descendants. Museum in Mandawa houses a collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820, ancient coins, numismatic, collection and many other fascinating items. Mandawa castle, now transformed into a beautiful hotel is one of the finest castles of Rajasthan surrounded by beautiful frescoes, havelis and mansions.

Ramgarh
Situated 32 kms north-east of Jaipur is famous for its ruins of the old fort, the temple of Jambwa Mata 32 and the huge artificial lake which is filled in the rainy season and is a favorite spot of the locals.

Ranakpur
The Jain Temples built in the 15th century having 1444 pillars in a temple and none of them are similar, situated 98 kms from Udaipur in the lovely valley of the Aravali. The place is and. Ranakpur is scenic and quiet and has grand structures and stunning sculpture with light and shade creating a remarkable magic. Surya Temple and other Jain Temples glorify the beauty.

Ranthambore National Park
Named after a 1000 year old fort, this is Rajasthan's first Project Tiger reserve. It has a habitat for the grand sambar, the largest of all Asiatic deer, Tigers, chital, wild boar and other animals. Woodland, ground and water-birds adds to the beauty of the park together with the unusual red jungle fowl and varieties of eagles. Water tank harbors marsh crocodile and python.

Rohetgarh
Visit country side villages like Bishnoi Dhanis in a jeepand to enjoy the traditional culture watch local craftsmen.

Samode
The old Palace of Samode, now converted to a hotel is 40 Kms north-west of Jaipur. Its exotic hall is embroidered with paintings and mirror work. Surrounded by hills,it gives a look of a fairy tale picture

Sariska National Park
The second tiger reserve of Rajasthan holds dry deciduous forest. Its dark thick forest makes its environment a perfect one for the tiger, leopard, porcupine, rhesus, chowsingha, and langur.

Udaipur
Famous for its City palace, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir(Folk Art Museum) and Jagdish Temple. Fatehsagar Lake and Sahelion ki bari (Queen's Resort for Her Friends) are some of its unique attractions.

Boat ride on Lake Pichola
Pichola Lake having an island palace Jag Niwas is 3 km broad and 4 km long, and is surrounded by splendid hills, palaces, temples,bathing ghats and embankments. This is an ideal lake to cruise on Boat.

Full Day at Eklingji
Famous temple of Eklingji built of sand stone and marble during 734 A.D. is enclosed by high wall and its complex contains 108 temples.

Nagda
Some of the most exquisitely carved temples of the Sas Bahu will take you back to the 6th century AD. Also visit the ancient palaces of Mewar.

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