Check below the famous
tourist destinations in Rajasthan.
Rajasthan Tourist Destination
Jaipur
“The town is built in a style of unusual magnificence….I doubt whether at the time it was built there were many cities in Europe which could compare with it.” (-Louis Rousselet, the well-known 19th-century French traveler)
Built by Sawai Jai Singh-II 273 years back, the architecture and network system reflects the royal taste of the Rajputs and other Royal Families of Rajasthan. Even if you are a first time visitor you can easily navigate through the wide streets and the grid system.
The rich cultural heritage of the capital city Jaipur has made it by far the most visited destination. It attracts the attention of travelers towards its formidable forts that stand gloriously in the city singing the legends of its rich past like Amber Fort, City Palace, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar etc. City is also a host for brilliantly structured temples and lush gardens.
Udaipur
Sobriquet as ‘City of Lakes’, Udaipur is a beautiful city of Rajasthan famous for its rhythmic lakes and majestic palaces. Its scenic locales have won over the hearts of many travelers, locals and foreigners alike. The famous James Bond movie ‘Octopussy’ is one of the many movies shot in the backdrop of this exquisite city. Located in the heart of Aravalli Mountains, Udaipur offers a site of three interrelated lakes within its periphery - Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichhola and Swaroop Sagar Lake.
The
famous attractions of the city are City Palace, Fateh Sagar Lake, Pichhola Lake, Saheliyon ki bari, Eklingji Temple etc.
Ajmer-Pushkar
The present day significant pilgrimage center for Muslims and Hindus, this city dates back to the seventh century. Located in the south west of capital city Jaipur, Ajmer was founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan. A good number of devotees pay visit to the sacred Dargah Sharif-tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, likewise venerated by the Muslims and the Hindus.
After covering a distance of 14 km from Ajmer you would reach Pushkar, another popular tourist destination. It is the only city all across the globe that houses the only Brahma Temple devoted to Lord Brahma – a Hindu deity figure. The colorful Pushkar Mela is also organized in this lively town of Pushkar with strong participation from travelers all across the world.
Jaiselmer
Renowned as the golden city, Jaiselmer is located 575 km west of the capital city Jaipur. The exquisite town of Jaiselmer rests on a ridge of yellowish sandstone and is topped by a fort that contains the palace and several metaphorical Jain temples. Delicately sculptured houses and temples attract the due attention of the visitors. Located in the heart of Thar Desert, Jaiselmer is named after its founder Rao Jaisal a Rajput Ruler.
The historical assets of the town depict the gallantry, romanticism and sophistication of theerstwhile rulers of the region. The prime attraction of Jaiselmer is the Jaiselmer fort, which was by the Bhati Rajput ruler Jaisal in 1156. Located atop Trikuta Hill, this fort has witnessed many battles. The focal attractions inside the fort are: Raj Mahal (Royal palace), Jain temples and the Laxminath temple.
The famous havelis of the region are Patwon-ki-Haveli, Salam Singh-ki-Haveli and Haveli Shreenath. The Jain temples reflect the verdant Jain culture. Lodarva, Amarsagar, Brahmsar and Pokharan are the major pilgrimage centers around Jaiselmer.
Bikaner
Bikaner, the former capital of the princely state of Bikaner, hangs on to the medieval splendor that encompasses the city's lifestyle. The city was founded by Rao Bika. The city is blessed with great cultural and traditional heritage. Bikaner is the center for Usta Art, a general term for the Manoti-Naqqashi by Usta family master artistans of Bikaner since time immemorial. Travelers find every feature of the state quite conspicuous.
During your
Rajasthan tour, Bikaner demands an inevitable visit. As it holds many tourist attractions, here are few which have the power to steal your heart away.
Visit Junagarh fort which was built by Raja Rai Singh. The architectural style of Junagarh Fort was given special attention as Raja Rai Singh was an extensive traveler and had a taste for art and architecture. Other attraction of the city is Laxmi Niwas palace the former residence palace of the king of the former Bikaner state, Maharajah Ganga Singh,
Lalgarh Palace, Laxmi Nath Temple, Shiv Bari Temple etc.
Other famous destinations of Rajasthan are:
*Bharatpur
*Mount Abu
*Ranthambhore
*Jodhpur
*Bundi
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