Rajasthan
Overview
Looking for a Palatial treatment and fulfilling your royal magical fantasies? The Royal state of India, Rajasthan is all that you are looking for then. The name ‘Rajasthan’ itself defines it as “The land of kings” or “The land of Maharajas”. Acclaimed for its royal attribute and cultural diversity, Rajasthan is one of the best places to come by to explore its princeliness and to experience the rich and colourful culture through its festivals and cultural heritage.
Formerly under British rule, Rajasthan was known as Rajputana, “The land of Rajputs”, and the Maharaja of Mewar (Udaipur) was the acknowledged head of their 36 states. Post-independence, 23 princely states combined to form the State of Rajasthan.
Located in North-Western India, sharing a North-West border with Pakistan and domestic borders with, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, Rajasthan is one of the largest states of India.
The lakes of Udaipur, the Palaces of Jaipur and the desserts of Bikaner are the favourite destinations of tourists. There is so much more to Rajasthan than just Palaces and Forts. Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Pushkar are the trendiest cities of the land of kings well known for their textiles, semi-precious stones and handicraft, these places are just the peripheral experiences that the Rajasthan has in store for you. From Feeling the thrill of desert camping, to camel safari, one of the popular things to do, from creating waves through motorbiking in the majestic lakes of Udaipur to having the real taste of Rajasthani cuisine, Rajasthan has a lot in its pocket to offer to its tourists.
One of the must-to-know things, when you read about Rajasthan, is its blowing away Rajasthani cuisine. Did you even visit Rajasthan if you haven’t tried Mirchi vada and Pyaaz ki kachori of Jodhpur, Bikaneri bhujia of Bikaner, mouth-watering and finger-licking Dal Bati Churma and lahsun ki chutney which is famous in all over Rajasthan, and the sweetest delicacy ghewar and malaidar special lassi. Originating from the Marwar, the state has the concept of Marwari Bhojnalaya.
The traditional attire of Rajasthan is typical Rajasthani Ghagra Choli for women and Dhoti Kurta for men. Oxidated silver jewellery adds beauty to its attire. Teej festival, Gangaur festival, Mewar festival and camel festival are some of the specific famous festivals of the place.
So what are you waiting for now?! Are you not arose by the charm of Rajasthan yet?! The place having “Padharo Mhare Desh” meaning “Welcome to my Land” as their tourism slogan itself justifies and reveals the hospitality of the people of Rajasthan, leaving no doubts to consider it as your next travel destination.