6 most popular places to visit in Rajasthan

 

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Known as the 'Land of Maharajas,' Rajasthan has the Great Indian Desert, Rajput valour, magnificent architecture, and hospitable people. 'Khamma Ghani' is the greeting of men with turbans and mustaches welcoming you to the land of colourful bazaars and historic cities. Travellers are always on the lookout for India's largest state since they wish to learn about its rich history. In the forts and palaces, you wonder how such large households were managed by kings and queens. It is possible to find great craftsmanship and artistic talent in all the cities in this state. Rajasthan is undoubtedly one of the most popular travel destinations in India. Here we will highlight 6 most popular places that one can visit in Rajasthan.

1.      Pushkar

The holy city of Pushkar, situated in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan, is often referred to as the king of pilgrimage sites in India. It is said that Lord Shiva created Pushkar Lake by his tears, which is the area's most famous attraction. One of India's oldest cities, the town has an undetermined origin and is frequently associated with Hindu mythology. During the annual bath, hundreds of tourists visit the temples and different Ghats in the town. It is believed that the lake's water is sacred, explaining the town's reputation as a pilgrimage site.

Top sites of Pushkar - Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri temple, Apteshwar Temple, Varaha Temple, Rangji temple, Man Mahal.

2.      Sawai Madhopur

Sawai Madhopur was founded in 1763 and the credite goes to Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh of the Kachwaha Rajputs. The Ranthambore Fort and Ranthambore National Park are located here. Both places are worth visiting and can be explored thoroughly over a period of 2-3 days. For centuries, the Ranthambore forests were a hunting ground for the Kachwaha Rajputs of Jaipur. After independence, these forests were termed the Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary and it then became a tiger reserve in 1973 and got the national park status in 1980.

Top sites of Sawai Madhopur - Ranthambore National Park, Chamatkar Temple, Chauth Mata Temple, Ranthambore Fort, Khandar Fort.

3.      Chittorgarh

The Maurya Dynasty is said to have founded the ancient city of Chittorgarh, aka Chittor. Nevertheless, its importance grew after the Sisodiya Rajputs captured and titled it the Mewar capital in 734 AD. Many historical figures and warriors were born here, such as the Great Maharana Pratap and the Hindu saint Meera Bai. Ancient places like the city have a variety of palaces, temples, and forts displaying some of the most advanced architectural styles.

Top sites of Chittorgarh - Chittorgarh Fort, Rana Kumbha Palace, Fateh Prakash Palace, Meera Temple, Rani Padmini Palace, Vijay Stambh, Kriti Stambh.

4.      Mount Abu

This place is the only hill station in the desert state of Rajasthan. If you are looking for a vacation plan on a hill station in then Mount Abu is the obvious choice to be included in all the Rajasthan tour packages. In the Sirohi District of Rajasthan, Mount Abu lies in the Aravalli mountain range. In addition to being a refuge from the scorching sun for the people of Rajasthan and Gujarat, the area also has a lot of historical and religious significance. The Hindu epic Mahabharata mentions Mount Abu as the Arbuda Mountain, where Vashishta, the Great Sage, retired. This hill station is frequented by pilgrims as there are many ancient sites and temples.

Top sites of Mount Abu - Dilwara Jain temples, Guru Shikar, Achalgarh, Nakki Lake, Sunset Point, Achaleshwar Mahadev Temple, Trevor’s tank, Mount Abu Bazaars, Wildlife Sanctuary, Toad Rock.

5.      Ajmer

Ajmer is encircled by the Aravalli ranges and is a city rich in culture and history. Located near Pushkar, it is home to Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti's shrine. Thus, it is a unique pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Muslims. It is not just a pilgrimage site but has many fascinating historic sites that attract tourists from all over the world. The Government of India has selected Ajmer as a heritage site for HRIDAY - Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana.

Top sites of Ajmer - Ajmer Sharif Dargah, Taragarh Fort, Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Abkari Fort and Museum, Anasagar Lake, Soniji ki Nasiyan.

6.      Ranakpur

Known as the town of temples, this hamlet and pilgrimage is a cozy hamlet of Rajasthan. There are a lot of tourist attractions in Ranakpur. An emperor named Rana Kumbha gave a wealthy businessman a place here to build Jain temples. His generosity led to the name of the city. Ranakpur's most famous tourist attraction is its Jain temple. This temple covers an area of 40000 square ft. and is embellished with intricate carvings.

Top sites in Ranakpur - Surya Narayan Temple, Shri Falna Swarna Jain Tirth - Golden Jain Temple, Ranakpur Dam, Ranakpur Jungle Safari.