Rajasthan known as the land of Rajputanas. Its the largest state of the republic of India. With an area of 342,239 Sq Km covering 10.4% of India's land. However despite of its large size its covered with the great Indian desert, Thar. The desert that runs parallel to Sutlej-Indus valley. Rajasthan has an amazing display of art and architecture. Each kingdom of Rajasthan has a distinctive style of art and architecture making it one of the most culturally diverse place in the world. So here are some of the top places to visit in Rajasthan.
1. Jaipur
The Capital city of Rajasthan State, also the largest city of Rajasthan. Founded in 1727, by the Kachwaha Rajput ruler Sawai Jaisingh-2. Its known as the pink city of India due to its pink and saffron color of the buildings. The planning of city is done by Vedic Vastu Sastra. The well planed streets and artistic architecture makes it a unique destination of India.
There are many places to visit in this city like Amer Palace, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Birla Temple. These places make the city more attractive. While you are one the trip yo Rajasthan you must definitely visit these places. One of best places to visit in Rajasthan You need atleast 3 days to visit Jaipur.
2. Udaipur
The city covered with many lakes known as the Venice of the east. The city was the capital of Sisodiya Rajputs of Mewar. Its famous for its palaces that exemplify the finesse of Rajputana style of architecture. It was founded in 1553 by the Sisodiya Rajputs Ruler Maharana Udai Sing 2. Its also a city of palaces. Today many of these palaces are converted into star hotels. Which attracts many tourist to the city. The city offers many things to the tourists.
There are many places to visit in this city like City Palace, Lake Palace, Lake Pinhole, Lake garden palace, The Royal Vintage Car Museum, Bagore Ki Havali, Saheliyon ki bari, Jagdish Temple, Shilpgram, Moti Magri. These place of Udaipur attract many tourist to visit the city.
3. Jodhpur
The second largest city of Rajasthan. Also the second most populated city of Rajasthan. Founded in 1459 by Rathore Rajput Ruler, Rao Jodha Singh Marwar. Jodhpur is been known as the sun city. As it has bright sunny weather around whole year. The city lied at 250 kilometre from Indo-Pak border.
Jodhpur has listed in many tourist magazines and documentaries There are various hill forts, palaces and the old walled city like Mehrangarh fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, Mandore Gardens, Kailana lake, Clock Tower, Masuria hill station.
4. Jaisalmer
Well known as the ''Golden City'' Jaisalmer is a city that lies in the heart of Thar desert. The city was founded in 1155 by the Bhati Rajput Ruler Jaisal Singh. It gets its name after the golden sand of Thar desert. The same golden colored sandstone is used in the architecture of the city. The unique feature of the city is its architecture. One of the best places to visit in Rajasthan
One must visit this city during November and December to enjoy this castle city at its fullest. The famous places to visit in this city are Jaisalmer Fort, Bada Bagh, Patwon ki Hawali, Sam Sand Dunes, Thar Heritage Museum, Gadisar Lake, Jain Temples.
5. Bikaner
The city with east of the border of Pakistan. Its surrounded with Thar desert. The city founded in 1488 by the Rathore Rajput Ruler Rao Bika. Rao Bika was the son of Rathore Rajput Ruler Jodha founder of Jaipur. There were many ancient wars in the past of the city. Bikaner is one of the prime tourist destination. Its also famous for its sweets and snacks. Also known for its foods and forts
Bikaner also attracts many visitors as its has places to visit like Junagarh fort, Lalgarh fort, National Research center on camels, Shri Laxminath temple, Ganga Singh museum, Sadhu Singh museum, Jain temple.
6. Pushkar
In the district of Ajmer Pushkar a holy city. It is been described as the holy state of pilgrimage of India. Located at the shores of Pushkar lake. Which said to be created by the tears of lord Shiva. Its famous for its temples and Ghats. It has a Brahma Mandir of 14th century, dedicated to the god of creation.
The annual camel is the most illustrious place. The camel race is also one of the major attraction. the various places to visit are Pushkar lake, Brahma temple, Savitri temple, Apteshwar temple, Varaha temple, Rangji temple, Man Mahal.
7. Chittorgarh
The city of Chittorgarh well known as Chittor. The place found by Maurya Dynasty. Its the birth place of many great worriers. The great historical figures like great Maharana Pratap and the Hindu saint, Meera Bai were born here. The city being the ancient place contains many different places,temples and forts. The major reason to visit Chittorgarh is that it has the Chittorgarh fort the largest fort of India.
There are many major places to visit in Chittorgarh that are Chittorgarh fort, Rana Kumbha palace, Fateh Prakash palace, Meera temple, Rani Padmavati palace, Vijay stambh, kirti stambh. These are the must visit places when u plan a trip to Chittorgarh.
8. Mount Abu
The famous hill station in the desert state of Rajasthan. Its a hill station situated in the Aravalli mountain range. Also known as the Arbuda Mountain. Also known as the place where great Sage vasistha retired. This hill station has many ancient sites and temples. which are frequently visited by many Indian pilgrimages.
It has a lust green surrounding and many picnic spots. the various places to visit here are Dilwara jain temple, Nakki lake, Guru Shikar, Sunset point, Toad road, Achaleshwar Mahadev temple, Trevor's Point and many more.
9. Ajmer
The city of Ajmer surrounded by the Aravalli hills. The city seeped with both history and culture. It lies near Pushkar, a major Hindu pilgrim site and also home to the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. This makes it a unique pilgrim site for both Hindu and Muslim. Apart from this there are many historical sites that welcomes the tourist from all over the world.
The places to visit in Ajmer are Ajmer Sharif Dargha, Taragarh fort, Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Abkari fort and museum, Anasagar lake, Soniji ki nasiyan.
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