The name Rajasthan is combination of two words – Raja (King) and Sthan (Place). So Rajasthan literally means the “Land of Kings”. Indeed it is a land of kings. Still the magnificent monuments, forts, palaces and havelis built by its various rulers depict the royal glory of state. Drenched into royal splendor this state of India is globally famous for its heritage monuments, forts and palaces. Almost all the cities and major tourist destinations of the state are dotted with some of magnificent forts, palaces and monuments. Whatever part and region of the state you will travel in you will have brilliant opportunity to see several architecturally beautiful buildings and structures. You will have golden opportunity to explore the charm of architectural excellence – the perfect testimony of the state.
The royal state of Rajasthan is associated with several historic places which are also very famous among tourists and travellers from all over the world. The rulers of the state were brave and still the saga of their bravery is celebrated in form of folk dances and songs. Rightly the state is the land of kings. The magnificent forts, palaces and monuments of the state depict the love of its rulers to the art and architectures. Majority of tourists Visit this royal state of India due to its magnificent forts, palaces, havelis and monuments. Jaipur, the capital city of the state itself has several heritage monument attractions like Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, Albert Hall Museum, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Akshardham Temple, City Palace Museum, etc. Jaipur city is popularly described as the Pink City of India.
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Jaipur is served as the base destination for tourists and vacationers coming for Rajasthan travel tours. Several nearby destinations can be easily accessible from Jaipur, the Pink City. Ajmer, Pushkar, Samode, Agra, Bharatpur, Sariska, Ranthambhore, etc are easily accessible from the city. Jaipur city is also famous annual elephant festival. Many of tourists visit Jaipur during this festival and enjoy the cultural charm of Rajasthan. Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Mandawa, etc are other important cities and tourist destinations in the state of Rajasthan, India. These places are known for their individual charms and attractions. Elegant Lake Palace and palatial City Palace, majestic Mehrangarh Fort & terrific Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, invincible Junagarh Fort & magnificent Lalgarh Palace in Bikaner, magnificent Fort Mandawa Castle & frescoed Havelis in Mandawa, fantastic Golden Fort & beautiful Jain Temples in Jaisalmer, terrific Jain Temples in Ranakpur, Dilwara Jain Temples in Mount Abu, etc are of great tourism importance. Tourists from all over the world enjoy trip of Rajasthan to visit these magnificent attractions.
The state of Rajasthan is also known for pilgrimage tours. Ajmer, Pushkar, Ranakpur, and Mount Abu are popular pilgrimage centres in the state. Ajmer is widely famous for Dargarh Sharif. Pushkar is widely famous for temple attractions like Lord Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple, etc. Pushkar is also famous rose gardens and annual cattle fair & festival. Many of tourists and travellers plan for Rajasthan visit during the period of worldwide famous Pushkar Cattle Fair & Festival. Rajasthan tourism is also famous for wildlife tourism. Ranthambhore, Sariska, Keoladeo Ghana national parks are widely famous among wildlife enthusiast. There are many more attractions in Rajasthan which appeal tourists through out the entire globe.
