Rajasthan is endowed with invincible forts, magnificent palace havelis, rich culture and heritage, beauty and natural resources. It is a land rich in music, dance, art & craft and adventure, a land that never ceases to intrigue & enchant the people who live here.

There is a haunting air of romance about the state which is palpable in its every nook and corner. This abode of kings is one of the most exotic locales for tourists. Rajasthan is a vibrant, exotic state where tradition and royal glory meet in a riot of colours against the vast backdrop of sand and desert. It has an unusual diversity in its entire forms of people, customs, culture, costumes, music, manners, dialects and cuisine.

As the name suggests, Rajasthan is the land of Kings and Princes. On the northwestern border of India, this is a place where history, myth, chivalry and romance form an exciting mix with the rugged natural beauty.
 

The land has a glorious past,  which includes intriguing tales of valor and heroism. Beautiful forts and palaces, picturesque lakes, shimmering deserts and exotic wild life - Rajasthan offers you a heady mix. Tourist attractions in Rajasthan lie in its intriguing heritage, colourful villages and vibrant songs and dances.

Visit any city in Rajasthan; it will charm you with its wealth of attractions. Old palaces in which Kings and Princes once lived, have now been opened as tourist

accommodation. Simply the taste of royal hospitality would bowl you over. Some important cities in Rajasthan are: Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Pushkar, Ajmer and Ranthambore.

Jaipur :

Jaipur is the picturesque capital of Rajasthan. It is 262 kms from Delhi and is well connected by road, rail and air. A big fleet of deluxe and air conditioned buses are operated between Delhi and Jaipur. A special luxury train, the Palace on Wheels starts from Delhi on a round trip of Rajasthan. Jaipur is colour washed pink-the color associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. Built in 1727 A.D. by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh JI, Jaipur displays a remarkable harmony and architectural splendor. The ancient heart of the Pink City still beats in its fairy-tale palaces, rugged fortresses perched on barren hills and broad avenues.

There is a timeless appeal to Jaipur's colorful bazaars where one can shop for Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets. Beautifully laid out gardens and parks, attractive monuments and marvellous heritage hotels, once the residence of Maharajas are worth admiration. Not to mention the ambling camels and cheerful people in multi-hued costumes that make your trip to the pink city a memorable one.

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