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Rajasthan Tourism - Holidays in Rajasthan

Rajasthan, the name evokes myriad impressions
? an intricate tapestry of colour, sound andJodhpur: The ancient Marwar empire in the
smell. Holidaying in Rajasthan brings onedesert, this military town is also famous for
face to face with mammoth contradictions ?the kingly sport of Polo. It is famous for
where royal grandeur is easily offset byits monuments including Umaid Bhawan Palace,
rustic charm and lavish opulence beliesMehrangarh  fort  and  Jaswant  Thada.
ingenious survival. Geographically too,
Rajasthan is a land of contrasts: denseUdaipur: Known for its lakes and palaces,
forests give way to an arid landscape andthis is the ultimate Rajasthan holiday.
lofty hills separate baking dunes fromUdaipur epitomizes artistic endeavor from
brimming lakes. And no Rajasthan holiday isbrilliant architecture and miniature painting
complete without an experience of theto vibrant performing arts. Tourists are
spirited Rajputs, whose proud and haughtysimply dazzled by the City Palace, Lake
exterior conceals an inner friendliness andPalace, Crystal Gallery, Durbar Hall,
warm  sense  of  hospitality.Bagore-ki-haveli Dharohar, Jag Mandir, and
Maharana  Pratap  Memorial.
Rajasthan, meaning the land of the kings, has
a history dating back 5000 years. A RajasthanWild  Rajasthan  Holidays
holiday is the experience of a living
tradition. Dotted with well-preservedRajasthan is also a haven for some thrilling
architectural wonders echoing age-oldwildlife holidays, housing as it does some of
legends, many of these, especially thethe best National Parks and Sanctuaries in
ancient havelis are in use even today.India.
Similarly, ancient temples in this mystic
land have effortlessly spanned eons ofRanthambore National Park: Located at the
worship by the devout as they resound evenjunction of the Aravalis and the Vindhyas,
today  with  chanting  and  ringing of bells.Rajasthan's important hill ranges, this
former hunting ground of the Maharajas is one
Holiday in Rajasthan! Follow in the footstepsof the best places in the world to see the
of the ancient caravans as you travel throughtiger. Other wild life her includes sambar,
this ageless land by a camel safari or stepchital,  nilgai,  hyena, caracal and panther.
into the shoes of kings, as you ride into
palaces sitting atop an elephant. Track theSariska National park: Situated among the
tiger in wild Rajasthan or have a holidayrugged Aravali hills that dominate North West
adventure driving a jeep over sand dunes in aRajasthan, Sariska's dry deciduous forests
hip  desert  adventure.are home to a wealth of wildlife. Besides the
tiger, a holiday here offers sambar, chital,
Cultural  Rajasthanchousingha, wildboar, langur, Rhesus macaque
and  a  wealth  of  birds.
Rajasthan is dotted with the reminders of its
ancient past, its forts ringing with balladsKeoladeo Ghana National Park: Originally the
of the valour and romance of the Rajputs. Buthunting preserve of the Maharaja of
the tourist is not a visitor to dead relicsBharatpur, this lovely bird sanctuary owes
showcased in a museum. A Rajasthan holiday isits existence to an artificial tank, which is
an enthralling ride through the livinghome to a variety of birds, resident as well
portals  of  history.as migratory. The star attraction of a
holiday in Bharatpur here is the Siberian
Bikaner: Located in North Rajasthan, BikanerCrane, a winter migrant that flies to
is desert country famous for its medievalRajasthan  all  the  way  from  Russia.
spirit, its monuments and camels. Junagarh
fort, Lalgarh palace, Jain Haveli andFeisty  Rajasthan  Holidays
Bhandeswari are a feast for the holiday
crowd.Holiday in Rajasthan for its people who don't
look for reasons to celebrate. Fond of
Jaipur: Rajasthan's pink city offers acolour, mirth and pageantry, the
holiday with a refreshing blend of theirrepressible spirit of Rajasthan finds
traditional and the modern. Its attractionsexpression in a number of feasts, fairs and
include the Hawa Mahal, Albert Hall, Jantarfestivals that mark the seasons, commemorate
Mantar and the forts, Nahargarh, Jaigarh,occasions  or  simply  let  off  steam!
Amber  and  Moti  Dungri.
Desert Festival: Holidaying here in winter,
Jaisalmer: The magic of the desert is verytourists find the desert around Jaisalmer
alive in this legendary town famous for itsbursting in a riot of colour and music.
havelis ? traditional mansions that areAround January, the Desert Festival presents
artistic expression with skilledan extravagant fanfare of Rajasthani men and
craftsmanship, carvings and paintings. Otherwomen displaying the cultural wealth of their
attractions include the breathtakingstate.
Jaisalmer  Fort  and  the  Tazia  Towers.



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