Rājasthān the land of Rajasthanis, ("the land of kings" or "the land of colours"), is the largest state of the Republic of India by area. It encompasses most of the area of the large, inhospitable Great Indian Desert (Thar Desert), which has an edge paralleling the Sutlej-Indus river valley along its border with Pakistan. The state is bordered by Pakistan to the west,Gujarat to the southwest, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north. Rajasthan covers an area of 132,150 sq mi or 342,239 km². The proportion of the state's total area to the total area of the country is 10.41 per cent.
Jaipur is the capital and
the largest city of the state. Geographical features include the Thar
Desert along north-western Rajasthan and the termination of the Ghaggar
River near the archaeological ruins at Kalibanga of the Indus Valley
Civilization, which are the oldest in the Indian subcontinent discovered
so far
RAJASTHAN IS THE STATE OF FORTS. RAJPUT RULERS
HAVE RULED IT FOR GENERATION. RAJASTHAN IS THE ONLY STATE WHERE YOU CAN
SEE THE OLD AND RICH CULTURE OF INDIA.
WHEN YOU VISIT RAJSTHAN YOU CAN SEE THE AMAZING RICH CULTURE AND THE SONGS OF "PADHARO MARE DES" AND THE RICH TASTE OF ROYALTY.
THE CITY HAS MANY THINGS TO OFFER LIKE
THE RAJSTHANI GHEVAR
THE BEAUTIFUL JOOTIS
RAJSTHANI PAGRI( THE AAN BAN AND SHAN OF RAJASTHANIS)
SO WHEN ARE U GIVING US THE PLEASURE TO WELCOME U WITH PADHARO JI MARE DES
culture:
Rajasthan is culturally rich and has artistic and cultural traditions which reflect the ancient Indian way of life. There is rich and varied folk culture from villages which is often depicted and is symbolic of the state. Highly cultivated classical music and dance with its own distinct style is part of the cultural tradition of Rajasthan. The music is uncomplicated and songs depict day-to-day relationships and chores, more often focused around fetching water from wells or ponds.
The Ghoomar dance from Udaipur and Kalbeliya dance of Jaisalmer have gained international recognition. Folk music is a vital part of Rajasthani culture.Kathputli, Bhopa, Chang, Teratali, Ghindr, Kachchhighori, Tejaji etc. are the examples of the traditional Rajasthani culture. Folk songs are commonly ballads which relate heroic deeds and love stories; and religious or devotional songs known as bhajans and banis (often accompanied by musical instruments like dholak, sitar, sarangi etc. are also sung.
Rajasthan is known for its traditional, colorful art.wall painting in bundi . The block prints, tie and dye prints, Bagaru prints, Sanganer prints, and Zariembroidery are major export products from Rajasthan. Handicraft items like wooden furniture and handicrafts, carpets, and blue pottery are some of the things commonly found here. Rajasthan is a shoppers' paradise, with beautiful goods found at low prices. Reflecting the colorful Rajasthani culture, Rajasthani clothes have a lot of mirror-work and embroidery. A Rajasthani traditional dress for females comprises an ankle length skirt and a short top, also known as alehenga or a chaniya choli. A piece of cloth is used to cover the head, both for protection from heat and maintenance of modesty. Rajasthani dresses are usually designed in bright colours like blue, yellow and orange.
Flora and Fauna:
WHEN YOU VISIT RAJSTHAN YOU CAN SEE THE AMAZING RICH CULTURE AND THE SONGS OF "PADHARO MARE DES" AND THE RICH TASTE OF ROYALTY.
THE CITY HAS MANY THINGS TO OFFER LIKE
THE RAJSTHANI GHEVAR
THE BEAUTIFUL JOOTIS
RAJSTHANI PAGRI( THE AAN BAN AND SHAN OF RAJASTHANIS)
SO WHEN ARE U GIVING US THE PLEASURE TO WELCOME U WITH PADHARO JI MARE DES
culture:
Rajasthan is culturally rich and has artistic and cultural traditions which reflect the ancient Indian way of life. There is rich and varied folk culture from villages which is often depicted and is symbolic of the state. Highly cultivated classical music and dance with its own distinct style is part of the cultural tradition of Rajasthan. The music is uncomplicated and songs depict day-to-day relationships and chores, more often focused around fetching water from wells or ponds.
The Ghoomar dance from Udaipur and Kalbeliya dance of Jaisalmer have gained international recognition. Folk music is a vital part of Rajasthani culture.Kathputli, Bhopa, Chang, Teratali, Ghindr, Kachchhighori, Tejaji etc. are the examples of the traditional Rajasthani culture. Folk songs are commonly ballads which relate heroic deeds and love stories; and religious or devotional songs known as bhajans and banis (often accompanied by musical instruments like dholak, sitar, sarangi etc. are also sung.
Rajasthan is known for its traditional, colorful art.wall painting in bundi . The block prints, tie and dye prints, Bagaru prints, Sanganer prints, and Zariembroidery are major export products from Rajasthan. Handicraft items like wooden furniture and handicrafts, carpets, and blue pottery are some of the things commonly found here. Rajasthan is a shoppers' paradise, with beautiful goods found at low prices. Reflecting the colorful Rajasthani culture, Rajasthani clothes have a lot of mirror-work and embroidery. A Rajasthani traditional dress for females comprises an ankle length skirt and a short top, also known as alehenga or a chaniya choli. A piece of cloth is used to cover the head, both for protection from heat and maintenance of modesty. Rajasthani dresses are usually designed in bright colours like blue, yellow and orange.
Flora and Fauna:
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| RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK |
The Desert National
Park, Jaisalmer, spread over an area of 3162 km², is an excellent
example of the ecosystem of the Thar Desert, and its diverse fauna.
Great Indian Bustard, Blackbuck, chinkara, desert fox, Bengal fox, wolf,
desert cat etc. can be easily seen here. Seashells and
massive fossilized tree trunks in this park record the geological
history of the desert. The region is a haven for migratory and resident
birds of the desert. One can see
many eagles,harriers, falcons, buzzards, kestrel and vultures. Short-toed
Eagles (Circaetus gallicus), Tawny Eagles (Aquila rapax), Spotted
Eagles (Aquila clanga), Laggar Falcons (Falco jugger) and kestrels are
the commonest of these.
The Ranthambore National Park located in Sawai Madhopur, is one of the finest Tiger Reserves in the Country which became a part of Project Tiger in 1973.
The Sariska Tiger Reserve located in Alwar district, 200 km from Delhi and 107 km from Jaipur covers an area of approximately 800 km2.The area was declared a National Park in 1979.
Tal Chhapar Sanctuary is a very small sanctuary in Sujangarh, Churu District, 210 km from Jaipur, in the Shekhawati region. This sanctuary is home to a large population of graceful Blackbuck. Desert Fox and desert cat can also be spotted along with typical avifauna such as partridge and sand grouse.
TOURISM:
LAKE OF PUSHKAR
MAJOR CITIES
JAIPUR
Jaipur , also popularly known as the Pink City, is the capital and largest city of the Indian state ofRajasthan. Founded on 18 November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber, the city today has a population of more than 3.9 million.
Jaipur is one of the finest planned cities of India, located in the semi-desert lands of Rajasthan. The city which once had been the capital of the royalty now is the capital city of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal families. At present, Jaipur is a major business centre with all requisites of a metropolitan city.
major tourist spots:
city palace
amber fort
jaigarh fort
jaigarh fort
nahargarh fort
jal mahal
*An ambitious rapid transit rail project by the name Jaipur Metro is under progress. It will provide means of faster commutation for the city residents. It is expected to be operational by 2014.
UDAIPUR:
jal mahal
*An ambitious rapid transit rail project by the name Jaipur Metro is under progress. It will provide means of faster commutation for the city residents. It is expected to be operational by 2014.
UDAIPUR:
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| LAKE PALACE |
Udaipur , also known as the City of Lakes, is a
city, a Municipal Council and the administrative headquarters of
the Udaipur district in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It is
located 403 kilometres (250 mi) southwest of the state capital, Jaipur,
248 kilometres (154 mi) west of Kota, and 250 kilometres (155 mi)
northeast from Ahmedabad. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former
kingdom ofMewar in Rajputana Agency.
Apart from its history, culture, and scenic locations, it is also known for its Rajput-era palaces. The Lake Palace, for instance, covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East" and is also nicknamed the "Lake City".Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state.
major tourist spots:
city palace
lake palce
monsoon palce
jagdish temple
Jodhpur, is the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is located 335 kilometres (208 mi) west from the state capital, Jaipur and 200 kilometres (124 mi) from the city of Ajmer. It was formerly the seat of a princely state of the same name, the capital of the kingdom known as Marwar. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar desert.
The city is known as the "Sun City" for the bright, sunny weather it enjoys all year. It is also referred to as the "Blue City" due to the blue-painted houses around the Mehrangarh Fort. Jodhpur lies near the geographic centre of Rajasthan state, which makes it a convenient base for travel in a region much frequented by tourists. The old city of Jodhpur is surrounded by a thick stone wall.
MAJOR TOURIST SPOTS
Apart from its history, culture, and scenic locations, it is also known for its Rajput-era palaces. The Lake Palace, for instance, covers an entire island in the Pichola Lake. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels. It is often called the "Venice of the East" and is also nicknamed the "Lake City".Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, Udai Sagar and Swaroop Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state.
major tourist spots:
city palace
lake palce
monsoon palce
jagdish temple
JODHPUR:
Jodhpur, is the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is located 335 kilometres (208 mi) west from the state capital, Jaipur and 200 kilometres (124 mi) from the city of Ajmer. It was formerly the seat of a princely state of the same name, the capital of the kingdom known as Marwar. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar desert.
The city is known as the "Sun City" for the bright, sunny weather it enjoys all year. It is also referred to as the "Blue City" due to the blue-painted houses around the Mehrangarh Fort. Jodhpur lies near the geographic centre of Rajasthan state, which makes it a convenient base for travel in a region much frequented by tourists. The old city of Jodhpur is surrounded by a thick stone wall.
MAJOR TOURIST SPOTS
Mehrangarh Fort
Umaid Bhavan Palace
Jaswant Thada
Mandore
Kaylana Lake and Garden
Balsamand lake
Sardar Samand lake and palace
Masooria Hill, Veer Durgadas Smarak, park, museum
Dhawa (Dholi) forest area
Khichan
Osian
Nakoda ji
KOTA:\
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| GODAVARI DHAM TEMPLE |
Kota is a city in the northern Indian state of Rajasthan. It is located 240 kilometres (149 mi) south of state capital, Jaipur. Situated on the banks of Chambal River, the city is the trade centre for an area in which millet, wheat, rice, pulses, coriander and oilseedsare grown; industries include cotton and oilseed milling, textile weaving, distilling, dairying, manufacture of metal handcrafts, fertilizers, chemicals and engineering equipment.
It has fertile land and greenery with irrigation facilities through canals. Kota is one of the industrial hubs in northern India, with chemical, engineering and power plants based there. The rail junction, a road hub, lies 4.8 km (3 mi) to the north.
Kota is one of the principal cities of Rajasthan state. Kota has coaching facilities for pre-engineering, pre-IIT and pre-medical examinations. Some popular coaching institutes are Career Point, Vibrant Academy, Bansal Classes and Resonance Eduventures Pvt. Ltd. and Allen Career Institute.
MAJOR TOURIST SPOTS:
Maharao Madho Singh Museum
The Government Museum
Godavari Dham Temple
AJMER:
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| PUSHKAR LAKE |
Ajmer (Rajasthani: अजमेर, Urdu: اجمیر) pronounced [ədʒmeːr] ), formerly written Ajmere, is a city in Ajmer District in India's Rajasthan state. Ajmer, with a population of around 800,000(2011 census),is located 135 kilometres (84 mi) west to state capital Jaipur, 200 km from Jodhpur, 274 km from the city of lakes Udaipur, 439 km from the Jaisalmer, 391 km from the Delhi.
Being surrounded by the Aravalli Mountains, Ajmer is an oasis wrapped in the green hills. Ajmer is a popular pilgrimage centre for the Muslims. Especially famous is the Dargah Sharif-Tomb of the Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which is revered by the Muslims. Ajmer is a centre of culture and education. Ajmer is also the base for visiting Pushkar (11 km.), the abode of Lord Brahma, lying to its west with a temple and a picturesque lake. The Pushkar Lake is a sacred spot for Hindus. During the month of Kartik (Oct./Nov.), devotes throng in large numbers here to take a dip in the sacred lake. Ajmer, also known as Ajaymeru, was the city once ruled by Prithviraj Chauhan. Its population was approximately 500,000 in 2001. The city gives its name to Ajmer district, and also to a former province of British India called Ajmer-Merwara, which, after India's independence, became the state of Ajmer. On November 1, 1956, it was merged into Rajasthan state.
MAJOR TOURIST SPOTS
DARGAH
BIKANER:
Bikaner is a District in the northwest of the state of Rajasthan in northern India. It is located 330 kilometres (205 mi) northwest of the state capital, Jaipur. Bikaner city is the administrative headquarters of Bikaner District and Bikaner division. It was formerly the capital of the princely state of Bikaner. The city was founded by Rao Bika. Bikaner. in 1486 and from its small origins it has developed into the fourth largest city in Rajasthan. The Ganga Canal completed in 1928 and the Indira Gandhi Canal completed in 1987 have allowed the farming of crops such as mustard, cotton, groundnuts, wheat and vegetables. Other industries include wool production and the mining of Gypsum, plaster of Paris and bentonite.
Bikaner is famous for sweets and snacks (or namkeens in Hindi).
MAJOR TOURIST SPOTS
THAR DESERT
THAR DESERT
ALWAR:
Alwar is a city and administrative headquarters of Alwar District in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is a part of National Capital Region(NCR) and is located around 160 km south of Delhi, and about 150 km north of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan.
India's highest ever recorded temperature of 50.6 °C (123.1 °F) was measured at Alwar on 10 May 1956.
Alwar was formerly the capital of the princely state of Alwar. It was formerly spelt as "Ulwar" in British India. This placed it in last position in alphabetically ordered lists, so a king changed the spelling to "Alwar" to bring it to the top.
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