Rajasthan being one of the majestic and eloquent states of India has such vibrant colours, rich historical records and an opulent architectural landmark that away's your presence at least one at a time. Being a visitor to Rajasthan, you cannot go wrong with your choices as there are numerous options to explore the culture and tradition followed by local Rajasthani people. However there is something that connects to everyone of us whether we belong to Rajasthan or to some other cities of India or any corner of this world, the Royalty. Luxury and the master moment of sightseeing at palaces and historical forts, has it all to state that there is no city like Rajasthan. Be it the locals, the food, the popular tourist destinations, the culture, the artefacts, the tapestry of kings and queens and the adventures, it all unfolds several other dimensions of life through a single state and that is where comes the name Rajasthan meaning the Royal City. 

Experience the grandeur and Splendor of iconic landmarks in Rajasthan and take a glimpse of the diversity in its landscapes, heritage architectural wonders, food, old markets, the elegance of royal lanes and much more. 

List of Highly Recommended Places to Visit in Rajasthan:

Here are the top places of Rajasthan you should not miss out on exploring:-

Jaipur 

Known to be the Pink City of Rajasthan, Jaipur has magnificent tourist places to make you go awestruck like Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), City Palace, Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar, etc.

Udaipur 

It's the City of Lakes that tourist adorn with the grandeur of Lake Pichola (you can do boat riding here), in order to see Jag Mandir, Jag Niwas (Lake Palace), and the Jagdish Temple (the Marvel of intricate architecture) 

Jodhpur

The Blue City of Rajasthan where you can spot colonies that are coloured in blue all over the way. Moreover, visit Mehrangarh Fort, and the Umaid Bhawan Palace (ornate interiors of this place attracts people from the world) 

Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer being called the Golden City offers a majestic grandeur sight of Jaisalmer Fort, the adventure of camel safari in the Thar Desert, intricately carved and conserved havelis like Patwon ki Haveli and Salim Singh ki Haveli, it's one of the most luxurious old city of Rajasthan. 

Pushkar

Puskar is a very old city situated on the banks of holy river Pushkar, that has also been mentioned in the Vedic scriptures and old books, featuring the one and only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma ji (the creator of this universe). The world-famous Pushkar Mela takes place in Pushkar every year, where you can explore the local lifestyle and colourful market to shop handicrafts and traditional souvenirs, from. 

Ajmer

The top attractions of Ajmer include the mosque, significantly known as Ajmer Sharif Dargah of Muslim community, the Ana Sagar Lake, Taragarh Fort and other spiritual and Sufi centres. 

Bikaner

Home of the deserted lands, and dusky sand dunes, Bikaner houses one of the most popular tourist attractions like Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace, Karni Mata Temple/Rat Temple.

Mount Abu

Mount Abu is the hill station of Rajasthan which unfolds the tranquillity of Nakki Lake, eloquent Dilwara Temples (intricately designed with marble carving technique), and the Sunset Viewpoints. 

Ranthambore

Being a home to the wildlife sanctuary, this place offers a thrill of night Safari in Ranthambore National Park, where you can easily see Bengal Tigers, Leopards, Sloth Bears, Crocodiles, and other wild creatures. 

Chittorgarh

Also called by the name- The Citadel of Rajput Valor, Chittorgarh has a majestic grandeur Chittorgarh Fort which tells the story of valour and Rajputana glory. Apart from this, the Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory) and Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame), are some other attractions that narrates the story of our Rajputana soldiers, their bravery and sacrifice to save the motherland at any cost. 

Bundi

Bundi is one the hidden gems of Rajasthan, that glitters with the charm of Bundi streets. You can explore many tourist attractions here like Taragarh Fort, Chitrashala (Hall of Mirrors), and Jait Sagar Lake along with a few others to relish the tranquillity of the city.

Kota

Being considered one of the biggest educational hubs of India, Kota has a high number of engineering and medical students coming from all across the country. Apart from this, the architectural wonders of Kota include The City Palace, Jagmandir Palace on the Kishore Sagar Lake, seven wonders park, and much more. 

Sawai Madhopur

The city of Sawai Madhopur serves to be the Gateway to Ranthambore where you can visit the Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Ranthambore Fort, and is home to the panorama of elegance. 

Alwar

Alvar is the Gateway to Rajasthan which is home to the vibrant Alwar Fort, Siliserh Lake Palace, and leads the trekking trail towards an ancient palace- Neemrana Fort located on the top hills. 

Shekhawati

Famously known for the open air art gallery, Shekhawati is a marvel in itself that has intricately painted mansions in the city including - Mandawa, Nawalgarh, and Fatehpur, that preserves and showcases the culturally rich heritage of the state. 

Amazing Things to Do in Rajasthan

Rajasthan opens the multi-dimensional gateway to several fund activities that let you delve into another facet of this multiverse. Here are 10 amazing activities that you should do while you are travelling to Rajasthan:- 

1. Desert Safari by camel or a jeep in the Thar Desert in Bikaner or Jaisalmer and watch the dunes and glittering sunsets.

2. Cultural and folk dance shows like Kalbelia, Ghoomar, and puppet dance shows.

3. Local market exploration in Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur to shop souvenirs like colourful and vibrant textiles, handicrafts, jewellery, and traditional attires such as bandhani sarees and leheriya dupattas. 

4. Sample Rajasthani cuisine with savouring food such as Dal Baati Churma, Laal Maas, Gatte ki Sabzi, and Ker Sangri, Lahsuni moth, etc.

5. Stay at heritage hotels and experience the traditional hospitality with an immersive, ambient, and regal charm of the royal society 

6. Forts and palaces exploration to discover the spellbinding Rajasthani, Rajputana, and Mughal architectural masterpieces such as  Mehrangarh Fort (Jodhpur), City Palace in (Jaipur), and Udaipur City Palace (Udaipur) along with some others.

7. Celebrate the warmth in regional and cultural festivities the Jaipur Literature Festival, Jaisalmer Desert Festival, and Pushkar Camel Fair, etc

8. Take a Heritage walk to learn more about the historical prominence of Rajasthani architecture, the royal lifestyle, and the pride that you share with Rajasthan

9. Experience luxurious train journeys to imbibe Maharaja-like hospitality. These routes are covered on the ‘Palace on Wheels’ of which the train is named Maharaja Express that has to offer you a world-class and elegant experience.

10. Get yourself engaged in an adventure with  hot air ballooning over Jaipur, zip-lining in Mehrangarh Fort, and paragliding in Udaipur, camel or Jeep Safari in Thar desert, and much more.

Best Time to Visit Rajasthan:

If you talk about when to visit Rajasthan, there’s an answer that you must have already known since childhood. However, let’s clear all the haze of the best visiting time to Rajasthan here:-

October to March:

The weather of winters is the best time that you can visit Rajasthan as you will feel pleasant while exploring any of the regions of Rajasthan. 

April to August: 

The months of April to August throughout the year remains either hot(summer) or poury (monsoon), and in any case you will not feel good visiting Rajasthan in scorching heat or heavy rainfall as it may cause irritation and soreness during travelling to the deserted state. 

How to Reach Rajasthan

In case, you are searching for a way to Rajasthan, here is how can you reach to Rajasthan:-

By Air: 

Rajasthan has highly managed and well-connected airports that connect with the major Indian cities. The domestic and internationally operated airports in Rajasthan are housed in Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur which allows tourists from not only India but from a global level to visit the state.

By Train:

Rajasthan serves as one of the extensively spread rail networks, connecting with major cities of India from its important and most travelled railway stations in Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Ajmer. 

By Road: 

The royal state of Rajasthan is also accessible via roadways, which have high-end connectivity with national highways and expressways coming from the nearby and major cities of the country like Delhi, and Gurugram, etc. You can enjoy your visit to Rajasthan via roadways by a state-operated bus, inter-state bus, taxi, personal vehicle, and so on. 

Regional Cuisines that You Must Try While Travelling to Rajasthan

The regional cuisines of Rajasthan have a glimpse of rich, royal, and scrumptious culinary that showcases the temptation of bomb flavours, aromatic spices, and a dialect of love. Here are top recommendations of the dishes that you should not miss while travelling to Rajasthan:-

• Dal Baati Churma
• Laal Maas
• Gatte ki Sabzi
• Ker Sangri
• Mohanthal
• Rajasthani Kadhi
• Pyaaz Kachori
• Mirchi Vada
• Mawa Kachori
• Malpua
• The Rajasthani Thali (for an ultimate sampling experience)