Rajasthan is not just the largest state in India, but also the one that's home to some of the country's most compelling destinations, popular among tourists both domestic and international. There's has a magical feel and romantic touch lent here by its magnificent forts and golden desert. The palaces of Jaipur, lakes of Udaipur, and desert forts of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer are among the most preferred tourist places in Rajasthan. Here is the list top places to visit:
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is one of the must include places in Rajasthan tour packages. Jaisalmer is popularly called as the 'Golden City of India' because the yellow sand and the yellow sandstone used in the architecture of the city which provides a golden glow to the city. Nathmaljiki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli, Patwonki Haveli, ManakChowk, Jaisalmer Folklore Museum, Tazia Tower, Gadisagar Lake, BadaBagh, Khuri Sand Dunes, Sam Sand Dunes, and Kuldhara are some of the popular tourist places to visit in Jaisalmer. An evening in the desert -watching the sunset and listening to folk music and watching colourful dancers - is a truly memorable experience.
Udaipur
Udaipur, also known as the 'City of Lakes', is among the top destinations in Rajasthan, as well as one of the most popular heritage destinations in all of India. Top landmarks include the City Palace and its museum, the Lake Palace, Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Monsoon Palace and Bagore Ki Haveli, Jagdish Temple, Lake Pichola, FatehSagar Lake, UdaiSagar, and SwaroopSagar.
Jodhpur
Also one of the top heritage places in India, this is also one of the best spots to experience quintessential Rajasthan. Also known as the 'Sun City', Jodhpur is a medieval town that served as the capital of the Rajput kingdom of Marwar. It features many palaces, forts and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar Desert. Top musts include UmaidBhawan Palace, JaswantThada, Ghanta Ghar, and Mehrangarh Fort one of the largest forts in India, and still run by the Jodhpur royal family.
Mount Abu
Located in the Aravalli Range in Sirohi district, this is the only hill station in the desert state of Rajasthan and also one of the best places to visit in the state during its scorching summer, a popular retreat from the heat of Rajasthan and neighboring Gujarat for centuries. It has many attractions in the form of temples, lakes and forts. Dilwara Jain Temples, Guru Shikhar Peak, Adhar Devi Temple, Sri Raghunathji Temple, Achalgarh Fort, Nakki Lake, Durga Temple, Gaumukh Temple, and Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary.
Ajmer
Surrounded by Aravalli Mountains, this religious city is one of the popular places of pilgrimage in India and also one of the top visited places in Rajasthan. Ajmer is home to the famous Dargah Sharif, which houses the Tomb of Garib Nawaz, also known as MoinuddinChishti, the founder of the Chishti order of Sufism. Considered to be one of the holiest cities in India, it attracts lots of Hindu and Muslim devotees every year. Besides this mausoleum, this historic city is known for its magnificent forts, museums, palaces and lakes, including Akbar Palace and Museum, Adhai Din KaJhonpra, the Nasiyan Temple, Nareli Jain temple, and Kishangarh. Ajmer is also home to the renowned Mayo College, one of the country's first schools, that was a stepping stone for British style of education.
Ranthambore National Park
Located at the junction of the Aravalli and Vindhya hill range, Ranthambore National Park is one of the biggest and the well-known national parks in India. Spreads over an area of 392 sq. km, it is home to a wide variety of trees, plants, birds and reptiles. Renowned for its population of magnificent Royal Bengal tigers, Ranthambore National Park is one of the best places to spot tigers in their natural habitat. Apart from the tiger, you can also spot sloth bear, leopard, caracal, jackal, fox, hyena and mongoose.
Pushkar
An ancient pilgrimage destination situated on the banks of the Pushkar Lake, it's especially famous for its 14th-century Jagatpita Brahma Mandir, Known as ‘the rose garden of Rajasthan’, the essence of the famous Pushkar rose is exported all over the world.Brahma Temple, Pushkar Lake, Savitri Temple, Varaha Temple, Rose Garden etc. are the main attractions here.
Jaipur
A major and charming tourist destination for both domestic and international tourists. Along with Delhi and Agra, Jaipur forms the Golden Triangle Tour and is one of the must include in Rajasthan Tour Packages. Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort, City Palace are the popular heritage places to visit in Jaipur. Jaipur is also famous for its beautiful jewellery, fabrics, shoes also known as mojari and spacious gardens.
Alwar
Alwar is one of the oldest cities of Rajasthan. With its splendor and exquisite architecture, calm lakes, royal hunting lodges, dense jungle makes Alwar a popular tourist destination and also an amazing tourist places in Rajasthan. The place allures huge number of domestic and international tourists because of its famous Sariska Tiger Reserve.
The most important and popular places to visit in Alwar are Alwar Fort, City palace, Siliser Lake, Shiva Temple, Bala Quila, Vijay Mandir Palace, Jain Temple etc.
Bikaner
This vibrant desert city is one of Rajasthan's most visited, along with Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. Bikaner is known for its rich Rajput culture and has some of the most beautiful forts, and palaces. Karni Mata Temple, Bhandasar Jain Temple, Ganga Singh Museum, Rampuria Haveli, Prachina Museum, Kodamdesar Temple and Shiv Bari Temple are other top tourist attractions . The town is also famous for its International Camel Festival, attracting large numbers from all over the world.
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