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Monday, January 25, 2010

Rajasthan, India - A Colorful Experience..

travelrainbow-rajastan-travel.jpgRajasthan, better known as the land of the kings in India is the most colorful state of India with its majestic forts and palaces, will dazzle every tourist with whimsical charm, golden deserts. There are plenty of historic cities, incredible fortresses, breathtaking palaces that's attracts visitors from all parts of the world. Rajasthan is one of India's prime tourist destinations. This diverse state is the home to rajputs who ruled this part of India for over 1000 years.

Rajasthan is a perfect travel destination and tourism opportunities in Rajasthan are immense.There are many places in Rajasthan that attracts travelers form far and wide, such as pushkar fair (biggest cattle fair india) and the desert city of jaisalmer. Jaipur (also known as 'pink city') is most popular city in Rajasthan and can dazzle a tourist with forts and places like hawa mahal, city palace, nahargarh fort. Rajasthan is a very rich state in history and monumental splendor.
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The capital Jaipur, with its many imposing buildings made of rosy sandstone, is called Pink City. The City Palace complex and Hawa Mahal are examples of Rajasthani-Mughal architecture.Whether it is sand dunes, wild life tours, Desert safari, forts and palaces, the colorful tribal life or the fairs and festivals of Rajasthan, travelers to Rajasthan are assured of a truly regal experience.

Udaipur has many lakes, lakeside palaces, and the largest palace complex (City Palace) in Rajasthan. Jaisalmer fort is made of yellow sandstone such that it's called the Golden Fort.
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Jaisalmer : Jaisalmer, an important ancient trading centre because of its strategic location on the camel trade routes, is often described as the 'golden city'.

Ajmer: Ajmer is venerated as a holy place for both Hindus and Muslims and revered pilgrimage destination for more than one community. One side of Ajmer is flanked by the beautiful Ana Sagar lake while on the other side are the barren Aravalli ranges. It has the mausoleum of the Sufi saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, whose blessings are eagerly sought by pilgrims to his dargah.

Rajasthan is known for its traditional and colorful art. Rajasthani art and crafts, with its staggering variety, beauty and color has contributed the most to the crafts collage of India. Rajasthan has also given the world famous phad paintings, pichwais, and exquisite miniature paintings that are the pride of serious collectors the world over. As far as paintings are concerned, the Rajasthani miniature paintings can be found in palaces of Rajasthan.

Rajasthan often called as the Shoppers Paradise. Rajasthan is famous for textile, semi-precious stones and Handicraft. Know Arts and Crafts of Rajasthan

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Puppets or "Kathputtlis" as they are referred to in the local parlance are an integral part of Rajasthan's folk entertainment. The puppets of Rajasthan are gorgeously designed and through puppet shows, historical legends and mythologies to modern day issues like education for the girl child and child labour are highlighted during festivals and village fairs.

List of luxurious hotels in rajasthan to stay in..

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Hotel Taj Lake Palace : Post Box No. 5 , Udaipur , Rajasthan - 313 001 - India

Hotel Heritage Inn : 4, Hotel Complex Sam Road, Post Box 43 , Jaisalmer , Rajasthan - 345001 - India

Hotel Shahpura House : D-257, Devi Marg, Bani Park , Jaipur , Rajasthan - 302016 - India

Hotel Samode Haveli
: Gangapole Jaipur , Jaipur , Rajasthan - 302002 - India

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

wow impressive. its really something that everyone must see.

Anonymous said...

wow impressive. its really something that everyone must see.

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