Friday 19 July 2013

Rajasthan - The Vibrant Cosmos of Traditions, Cultures and Customs



 
The erstwhile state of princes, Rajasthan is best known for its royal charm. The state is experiencing a tremendous growth in the tourism sector. The vivid and colorful cultures and traditions of Rajasthan have attracted various native as well as foreign tourists to visit the state once in their lifetime. The rustic flavor, golden sand dunes, rich architectural masterpieces, traditional artifacts, etc., mark as the major elements of this princely state of India. While your visit at Rajasthan, here are some of the suggestions that you could take into consideration to make your Rajasthan tour moreblissful and memorable.

Sightseeing Tour:

Hawa Mahal
Rajasthan is one of the best places in India to explore the erstwhile royalty of India. The majestic palaces and forts showcase the lifestyle of the kings and queens. The charm of these structures attracts tourists from far flung regions. These structures, till date, exhibit the opulence and regal charm of the royals of Rajasthan. There are numerous stories related to mass sacrifices, romanticism and chivalry. Thus, during your sightseeing tour in Rajasthan, you may visit Rambagh Palace, Hawa Mahal, Nawab Saheb ki Haveli, Jaipur Museum, City Palace, Jal Mahal, Sisodia Rani Palace, and Jantar Mantar.

Elephant Ride at Amber Fort:

Elephant Ride In Amer Fort
After an excursion to various historical monuments, you may take pleasure in elephant ride to Amber Fort (Amer Fort). This fort is located at the outskirts of Jaipur and stands on the way to the Delhi-Jaipur highway. This fort was built by Raja Man Singh of Kachhawa and the majestic fort is today considered as one of the popular attractions of Rajasthan.

Camel Safari in the Thar Desert:

Camel Safari In The Thar Desert
You may also use the remaining hours of day in enjoying camel safari in the Thar Desert. The camel safari has not only made Rajasthan amongst the native tourists but also the tourists visiting India from abroad. Apart from this, you may also opt for camel safari in Jaisalmer’s Sam Sand Dunes. This makes the Rajasthan tour the most thrilling experience. This is a place where the tourists enjoy a complete new cosmos of fun, thrill and excitement.

Pilgrimage Destinations:

Jain Temple Ranakpur
Apart from leisure travelers, Rajasthan is also an ideal destination for religions travelers. The state is dotted with various pilgrimage centers that are popular at international level. Destinations like Ranakpur, Pushkar Osian and Ajmer are the major religious centers where you may enjoy the spiritual environment and rejuvenate your senses, soul, body and mind. Thus, Rajasthan tourism has set new benchmark in providing the best of vacations to the vacationers.

Shopping:

Johori Bazaar
Apart from travelling, tourism of Rajasthan is also about shopping. This is a perfect destination for shopaholics. The exclusive range of artifacts and fabrics with adornments like gota, beads and silk threads are some of the items that one should buy as the souvenirs. If you are looking for Kundan jewelry, necklaces, rings, pendants, bracelets, semi precious stones, etc., Johori bazaar is the perfect market to explore. Apart from this, for Mojri footwear, ironware, wooden furniture, brass ware, textile and carpets, markets like Bapu Bazaar, Kishan Pol bazaar, Tripolia Bazaar, and Nehru bazaar are worth visiting.

Saturday 6 July 2013

Travel to Rajasthan for an Undying Royal Experience



To experience the best of the erstwhile royalty of India, the state of Rajasthan is the answer. For the tourists, who visit India from far flung regions top explore the best of India, It is advisable for them to travel to Rajasthan and enjoy the undying royalty. The state is full of attractions that include havelis, palaces, monuments, forts, and temples that speak the richness of the cultural heritage of India. The state experiences huge footfall from abroad. Here are some of the charming attractions of the Rajasthan state that help the tourists to collect some of the golden memories for a lifetime.


Forts, Havelis and Palaces: Painting the magnificent history of the state, these are some of the major attractions of the state. The stunning structures, belonging to the erstwhile Maharajas have now been transformed into heritage stays. Thus, if you visit Rajasthan, it is advisable to make a stay at any of the heritage hotels in Rajasthan to live the core essence of royalty. Mehrangarh Fort, Lake Palace, City Palace, Amber Fort, Jaisalmer Fort, and Umaid Bhawan Palace are some of the finest sites to be visited to enjoy the architectural beauty that prevailed during the time of kings. Thus, these are the core elements helping in the growth of Rajasthan tourism.
Amber Fort

Sand Dunes of Jaisalmer: Opt for camel safari in the desert to explore the charm of vast sand dunes. At the festive time, the desert of Rajasthan exhibits unique colors of charm and flavors that are simply not to be missed.
camel safari


Wildlife of Rajasthan: Keoladeo National Park and Ranthambore National Park are the two popular destinations in Rajasthan to explore the exotic wildlife. Keoladeo National Park is popular for providing habitat for native as well as migratory birds that are extremely beautiful due to their vibrant colors. Alternatively, Ranthambore National Park gains its popularity for the tigers. 

Jeep Safari Ranthambore


Rajasthan Festivals & Fairs: Indulge in the unique colors and flavors of the feasts and fairs of the Rajasthan and explore the grace of the royalty, prevailing in the state. Karni Mata fair, desert festival, elephant festival, and Pushkar fair are celebrated at a large scale and thus, tourists from different nook and corner of the world visit Rajasthan during these festivals to be the part of amazing celebration.

Pushkar fair


Palace on Wheels: The luxury train that redefines the royalty and comfort enjoyed by the royals while travelling from one place to another. The train has an itinerary of 7 days and 8 nights covering some of the major destinations ensure the perfect Tourism of Rajasthan. Moreover, during the train journey the guests are provided with world-class facilities and exceptional services that make their journey luxurious and memorable.

Palace on Wheels Luxury Train

You may also visit some of the destinations like Pushkar, Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Mount Abu, Bikaner, Jodhpur, and Udaipur and explore the vibrant colors of royalty. Thus, plan your trip to Rajasthan to spend your vacation in a completely different style.