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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.
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