Famous Places To Visit In Rajasthan

October 03, 2022

Rajasthan is one of the most precious jewel in India’s crown. From gallant palaces and historic forts to colorful festivals and wildlife adventures, the state is India’s pride. It is said there is more history in Rajasthan than in the rest of all India. Rajputana as it was called in medieval time is preserved in carefully in festivals, colors and traditions of modern state now. Endowed with natural beauty and a great history, Rajasthan has a flourishing tourism industry and every third foreign tourist visiting India also travels to Rajasthan.

Places to visit during Rajasthan Vacations :-

1. Jaipur :-
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the Pink City. With broad avenues and spacious gardens, the city is steeped in history and culture. Here the past comes alive in magnificent forts and palaces, blushed pink, where once lived the maharajas.
Visit - Amber fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Albert Hall Mesuem etc.

2. Pushkar :-
Pushkar is a city and headquarters of Pushkar tehsil in the Ajmer district in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is situated about 10 km northwest of Ajmer and about 150 kilometres southwest of Jaipur. It is a pilgrimage site for Hindus and Sikhs. Pushkar has many temples.
Visit - Pushkar Lake, World Famous Brahma Temple, Anasagar Lake, Savitri Temple etc.

3. Ranthambhore NP:-
Ranthambore National Park is a vast wildlife reserve near the town of Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan, northern India. It is a former royal hunting ground and home to tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles. Its landmarks include the imposing 10th-century Ranthambore Fort, on a hilltop, and the Ganesh Mandir temple. Also in the park, Padam Talao Lake is known for its abundance of water lilies.
Visit - Ranthambhore Fort, Trinetra Ganesh Temple, Ranthambhore National Park etc.

4. Bundi :-
Bundi is renowned for its picturesque forts and steep-wells (baolis). Moti Mahal is also one such splendid palace attraction of the town. The beauty and the intricate carvings in the palace will leave you awestruck. One can also enjoy panoramic views of the Aravali hills and Nagal Sagar Lake from here.
Visit - Taragarh Fort, Rani ji ki Baori, Sukh Mahal, Garh palace, Nawal Sagar etc.

5. Chittorgarh :-
It is generally believed that it commemorates Padmini's jauhar, which is most famous. This festival is held primarily to commemorate the bravery of Rajput ancestors and all three jauhars which happened at Chittorgarh Fort.

Chittorgarh fort, Vijay stambh, Rana Ratan Singh Palace etc.

6. Udaipur :-
Udaipur, the beautiful capital of Mewar, Rajasthan, is a royal tourist destination for travellers who love history, culture and architecture. It is quite a renowned destination owing to its massive palaces, ancient forts, beautiful lakes, lush green gardens, age-old temples, romantic backdrops and so much more.
Visit - Jagdish Temple, City Palace, Bagore ki Haveli, Saheliyon ki Bari, Ahar Cenotaphs, Moti Magri, Sajjangarh Palace etc.

7. Jodhpur :-
Jodhpur is famous for the distinctive colour of its buildings, a reminder of the Brahmins, who used to paint their houses blue to deter insects and keep the dwellings cool during the summer. Founded in 1459, the old city is encircled by an imposing wall and accessed through eight magnificent gates.
Visit - Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, Toorji ka Jhalra, Mahamandir Temple, Ghantaghar, Sardar Government Museum, Rai ka Bagh Palace etc.

8. Jaisalmer :-
Jaisalmer, founded in 1156 by Rawal Jaisal, is carpeted with golden sand and almost every house is built with the yellow Jaisalmer stone thus, making it the ‘Golden City’. The city still exudes an age-old aura of valor and royalty. Bold Rajasthani attires and the golden landscape of the city form a distinctive contrast. Jaisalmer literally meaning ‘the Hill Fort of Jaisal’ is a destination where camels are seen in abundance, an iconic hill-fort stands above the city with imposing walls where the best examples of par-brilliance inscriptions are found. Jaisalmer has come a long way from being an important town along the ancient camel-train route that ran through India and Central Asia to being one of the largest towns of Rajasthan and a popular destination among tourists.
Visit - Jaisalmer Fort, Bada Bagh, Sam Sand Dunes, Sunset Point etc.

9. Bikaner :-
Bikaner is famous for its savory Bikaneri Bhujia as it is for its sweets. It is also known for its handicrafts, leather articles and for having the biggest camel farm of Asia. The city is known for its intricately carved jharokas. These stone screens are found on the windows of forts and havelis.

Visit - Karni Mata (Deshnoke Temple), Lallgarh Palace, Junagarh Fort, Camel Breeding farm etc.

10. Mandawa :-
Mandawa, The residences of rich merchants, who have migrated from the region, these houses have beautiful fresco paintings on their walls. You can also see the traditional lifestyle of the local people.