| Described by Rudyard Kipling as 'Land of Camels and | | | | Pushkar, Ranthambore National Park, Bundi, and |
| Snakecharmers', Rajasthan has a vast cultural and | | | | Kumbhalgarh Fort. Deshnoke Temple, dedicated to |
| historical repertoire. Royal patronage to arts and | | | | Goddess Karni Mata, has been a media sensation for |
| crafts in the days of kings and queens made sure | | | | years now because rats are considered sacred here |
| that Rajasthan has a rich and unique lifestyle today. | | | | and are practically provided with a safe haven. |
| Colors, intricate designs and jubilance are embedded | | | | Tourists often find it appalling that 'prasad' here is |
| in every aspect of life in Rajasthan - be it food, | | | | first fed to rats and then distributed to other |
| clothes, houses and mansions, or entertainment. | | | | devotees. |
| Situated to the east of Aravalli Hills, a part of | | | | Lavish interiors and warm hospitality of the heritage |
| Rajasthan falls under Thar desert area but it has | | | | hotels of Rajasthan have their roots in the erstwhile |
| greener cities too where peacocks welcome | | | | royal traditions of the land. Most of the heritage |
| monsoons with their graceful dances. | | | | hotels were once forts, palaces, outhouses, |
| Famous as the Land of Rajputs, warrior clan known | | | | guesthouses or hunting lodges of the rulers of the |
| for its chivalry, Rajasthan retains medieval charm to | | | | land and to this date, guests receive royal treatment |
| this day and its massive forts have been mute | | | | here. However, they are fitted with all the modern |
| witnesses to several exceptional tales of romance, | | | | conveniences to keep guests comfortable. Frescoes |
| loyalty and heroism in the past. Haunting strains of | | | | and wall paintings of the mansions of Shekhawati |
| desert music give an ethereal mood to gorgeous | | | | region are much talked about too. The vibrant colors |
| sunsets at Sam Sand Dunes of Jaisalmer and the | | | | and varying themes of these frescoes are so popular |
| acrobatic and graceful performances by folk | | | | that many Westerners especially request to include |
| performers lure tourists to distant villages. | | | | them in their itineraries during their Rajasthan tour. |
| Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur is one of the biggest | | | | Rajasthan is a paradise for wildlife lovers, bird |
| forts of India while Chittorgarh Fort has fascinating | | | | watchers, and photography enthusiasts. You may |
| legends that are strange in their own way. Beautiful | | | | spot as many as 100 species of birds at Kaladeo |
| Rani Padmini who committed 'Jauhar' (self-immolation) | | | | Ghana Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur in a single day. |
| or Panna Dhai who sacrificed her own son to save | | | | Sariska Tiger Reserve and Ranthambor National Park |
| the prince from the hands of the usurper have | | | | are famous for their collection of Royal Bengal Tigers. |
| become immortal and still live in touching narrations, | | | | The Ranthambor Fort is an excellent match to the |
| folk songs and plays of the region. | | | | rugged and forbidding surroundings of the huge |
| Freshly pounded red chillies and spices form an | | | | wildlife sanctuary known for an exotic collection of |
| important part of Rajasthani cuisine and brass and | | | | other animals too. Rajasthan is for those who dare, |
| copper utensils are still in favor in rural Rahasthan. | | | | for those who dream of lavish interiors and |
| Rajasthan Tours invariably include Jaipur, the capital | | | | sophisticated lifestyle, for those who love unique |
| of Rajasthan; the three desert cities of Jaisalmer, | | | | cultures and for those who are artistic in nature. In |
| Jodhpur, and Bikaner; and the romantic city of | | | | fact, Rajasthan charms everyone with its versatile |
| Udaipur also known as the 'City of Lakes'. Some of | | | | wonders. |
| the other major tourist attractions of Rajasthan are | | | | |