Majestic Rajasthan Tours: Answer The Call Of The Indian Desert State

Rajasthan is the largest state of India, and lies on the north-western part of Indian Peninsula. It is known as 'the Land of Rajputs', as they founded a powerful empire in the Middle Ages in this region. It encompasses the largest desert in the Indian sub-continent named the Thar Desert; it is home to 'The ship of Desert' and 'the City of Forts and Palaces'. Rajasthan is also known as 'The Land of Mystic Colors', and these identities combine to make Rajasthan tours one of the most chosen India tour packages every year.

Jaipur, the capital city, is known as the pink city, although made of red sandstone; the buildings here exhibit a pink hue - hence the name. Rajasthan tours let the traveler into a world of tradition, culture, colors, spices and rich heritage. There are a number of interesting tour option to be availed in this state, such as the Shekhawati tours, Jaisalmer Desert Tours, Camel Safari in Rajasthanthe tour of the pink city, among other.

Rajasthan is also home to a number of palaces; the most prominent of them is Hawa Mahal - an architectural grandeur in itself. It is a five storied palace built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. Its exterior resembles a honeycomb of a bee-hive. It has 953 small windows, built with an intention of allowing royal ladies a view of the daily life in the streets below. The windows are decorated with intricate latticework.

Bikaner is another beautiful city and it includes some exquisite architectural gems. One of them is the Junagarh fort, built by Raja Man Singh. The fort presents a perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture and is a major tourist attraction.

Jaisalmer is one of the oldest and one of the most beautiful cities in the state. It is home to the Jaisalmer fort, which is one of the largest forts in the world. This colossal fort stands tall amidst the enormous stretches of the Thar desert, on Trikuta hill, with golden sands, producing a mesmerizing view. It is this breath-taking sight, that attracts the travelers from all over the world to this place, braving the scorching heat with temperatures in excess of 50o C during the summers. This fort, owing to its strategic location, has been a witness to many battles. It is also called ‘The Golden Fort'. Some other prominent tourist attractions of this city are Raj Mahal, Jain temples, Laxminath temple, Merchant Havelli, among others.

Each of these palaces, has a story to tell. The story of traditional richness, simplicity, bravery of Rajputs and their willingness to die for honor. This kind of a memorable experience can only be a reality with a glorious tour of Rajasthan.

Rajasthan is world famous for its handicrafts as much as for its culture. They include textiles and embroidery products, semi-precious stones, handicrafts, and Jewellery with attractive designs.

It is also a nature lover's dream ; with two of the largest tiger reserves of india in Ranthambore and Sariska and Keoladeo National park in eastern Rajasthan the wildlife tourists are compelled to visit this astonishing place to experience the nature first - hand.

Don't wait any longer to visit Rajasthan, to experience the magnificence of forts and temples; the simple rustic life of people full of contentment and happiness; as well as the natural beauty and royal luxury in true essence.