Rajasthan perhaps more than any other State in India, is a shopper’s paradise centuries- old skills in the traditional crafts continue to produce some of the most exciting wares in the world. The cities of Rajasthan still retain the medieval flavour keeping alive the timeless traditions in their rich art and crafts, colourful bazars and vibrant people wearing multi-hued costumes and a bright smile. Rajasthan is where all the country’s similies and metaphors appear to have come together. Sand dunes, wooded hills and amazing lakes, palaces and rugged forts , men and women in colourful turbans and skirts, bustling towns and quiet villages, camels, elephants and tigers, harsh sunlight and the cool evening breeze-are all there in abundance.
But they form only part of an intricate tapestry. Beneath the surface, expect to find many contradictions. Wherever you travel, particularly when you escape from the popular tourist destinations, you will come across the unexpected, whether it is a local fair or a breathtaking view. The mood and the rhythm of the countryside changes from one region to another, and from season to season. It is a land of surprises ; it is a land of amazing natural beauty that can fascinate even the most seasoned traveler. While the Camel Festival – January, Bikaner A unique celebration highlighting camel and cultural heritage of Northern Rajasthan. Dancing camels, glorious Gorbandh dance and camel safari expedition in the nearby desert invite many tourists to explore Bikaner and the surrounding places.
However, Attractions of Rajasthan are countless and it will take you to entirely different world of art & craft, folk music, traditional dance. Each and every place here is unique in its own terms and carry its own speciality. Must visit destinations of Rajasthan are Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Chittorgarh and many more. Further, Ghoomar and Kalbeliya are the traditional dance forms of Rajasthan full of energy & adds too much of joy. Traditional and the most popular foods of Rajasthan are – Dal Baati Churma & Gatte ki Sabzi. Jodhpur is famous for its Mirchi vadaas, Jaipur for ghewar, Bikaner for namkeens & Rasogullas, Malpuas of Pushkar, etc.
It is also surrounded by many beautiful temples which have great architecture structures that are mainly depicting 8th to 11th century. The temples of Rajasthan clearly demonstrate the artistic and the lifestyles of the Maharajahs of Rajasthan. Like the one we have in Ajmer, residence for the great Mughals. Ajmer Sharif is a very religious place for Muslims, here lays the sacred shrine of the Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, who was respected by all people, irrespective of caste. It is said that any wish you make here never goes unanswered. Must mention Pushkar, the place of Lord Brahma is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites. The famous tourist attraction is the Brahma Temple..
