Discover the five best delights of Rajasthan

2021-04-20T05:07:32.210Z

1. Historical monuments

The historical monuments of Rajasthan will fill you with endless enthusiasm for them. There are several historical monuments in Rajasthan that show its dazzling and glorious past. The designs and construction of these thousand-year-old palaces and forts will amaze you with the opulence and grandeur of their traditional settlements. Some of the best not to be missed are Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, and Jantar Mantar in Jaipur. Lalgarh Palace and Junagarh Fort in Bikaner; Jaisalmer Fort and Patwon ki Haveli in Jaisalmer; Chittorgarh Fort and Rana Kumbha Palace in Chittorgarh; City Palace and Saheliyon-Ki-Bari in Udaipur, Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur and Taragarh Fort in Bundi.

2. Nature reserves

Rajasthan prides itself on having one of the largest tiger sanctuaries in India. Sariska National Park in the Alwar district, also known as the Sariska Tiger Reserve, is a refuge for many species of extinct animals and birds. Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary offers you a wonderful tiger safari amidst green forests. Apart from that, in the Rajasthani district of Bharatpur, you will find the Keoladeo Ghana Sanctuary, the famous bird sanctuary where thousands of immigrant birds arrive every year, especially in winter.

3. Dance and music

The true spirit of Rajasthan can be found in its various cantons, where dance and music are essential parts of people's lives. Lively dancing and rejuvenating religious hymns and folklore have the scent of the rolling sand of Rajasthan. The famous folk dances of Rajasthan are Ghoomar, Kalbelia, Gang, Bhavai, Kachhi Ghodi, Terah Taali, Kathputli (puppet dance), Pabuji Ki Phach and Maand. Langas and Manganiars are two of the traditional musical tribes of Rajasthan. They play instruments such as Sindhi Sarangi, Algoza, Khamyacha, Dholak and Khartaal and in their magical voices they sing the songs of battles, heroes, love, distance, divinity and gods.

4. Rajasthani festivals and fairs

Festivals and fairs are revered and integral parts of the lifestyle of the people of Rajasthan. There are various festivals that determine the strength and culture of this state. The national holidays of Diwali, Holi and Makar Sankranti are celebrated with great enthusiasm throughout Rajasthan. The main regional festivals celebrated in Rajasthan are:

• Pushkar Fair

• Jaisalmer Desert Festival

• Gangaur Festival

• Marwar Festival in Jodhpur

• Camel Festival in Bikaner

• Elephant Festival in Jaipur

• Mewar Festival in Udaipur

• Jaipur Heritage Festival

• Jaipur Literature Festival

There are many fun activities to enjoy at these festivals, such as horseback safaris, elephant polo, camel racing, turban tie competition, dance and music, craft shopping, and much more.

5. Culture and lifestyle in Rajasthan

The culture of Rajasthan is very rich and vibrant and offers you a great deal of greetings and blessings. The culture and traditions of Rajasthan, the royal charm and aura of Rajasthan forts and havelis and its royal past can be found in any Rajasthani resort and hotel that reflects the culture of Rajasthan. If you are a food connoisseur, Rajasthan has a rich menu to pamper your stomach with a variety of main dishes featuring delicious spices and traditional flavors and sweets like ghevar, rabdi, churma, gujia, seera, etc.

The many shopping opportunities in the colorful streets of Jaipur market offer a fantastic shopping experience. Here you can find luxury clothing and traditional and fashionable jewelry. Apart from that, Jaipur is considered the commercial center of the state, where many local, national and international companies are based.

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Discover the five best delights of Rajasthan