Top Reasons That Make Rajasthan So Popular Among Tourists

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Top Reasons That Make Rajasthan So Popular Among
Tourists
Known for its princely status, Rajasthan amuses
everyone with a fantastic variety of attractions
that win the attention of people all over the
world. The state has witnessed the reign of
several kingdoms in the past which fostered a
deep impact in the architectural landscape of
Rajasthan. Rajasthan boasts of its majestic
palaces, forts and other historical buildings
that add to its historical appeal and make it one
of the best places to explore the
history of Mughals and Rajputs. The state depicts
a rich culture which can be seen in the famous
fairs and festivals of Rajasthan. Being the only
desert state of India, Rajasthan receives the
largest number of domestic and international
tourists in India primarily due to its royal
legacy. Here, we discuss in detail the top
reasons that make Rajasthan a popular tourist
destination in India.
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Most Popular Rajasthan Palaces and Forts
Rajasthan has the largest number of forts,
palaces and havelis built by Mughal and Rajput
rulers in India some of which date back to
twelfth century. A large number of these
buildings have been deemed the status of UNESCO
World heritage sites due to their impressive
architecture and historical significance. Some of
the famous forts and palaces featuring in tour of
Rajasthan are Mehrangarh
fort, Kumbalgarh fort, Chittorgarh fort,
Jaisalmer fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Patwon ki
haveli and City Palace. A few of the palaces of
Rajasthan are still the residences of royal
families some of which have been converted into
heritage hotels like Ummaid Bhawan palace, City
Palace and Rambagh Palace and can be booked as
stay options in Rajasthan Tour Packages.
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Rajasthan Ancient Street Markets
The bustling ethnic street market of Rajasthan is
another reason that makes it popular among
tourists of all sorts. These shops beautifully
exhibit the rich art and craft belonging to
different parts of Rajasthan. You can spend your
whole day in these bazaars scanning through each
and every object that catches your attention.
These markets have an amazing range of handmade
items like tie and die dupattas, lac bangles,
metal jewelry, leather footwear, gemstones,
carpets rugs, metalwares, traditional Rajasthani
costumes and other items for home decor. Hathi
Pol bazaar, Johari bazaar, Tripolia bazaar and
Sadar bazaar are some famous markets that draw in
a large number of tourists looking to buy
souvenirs and other traditional items in
Rajasthan.
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Rajasthan Fairs and Festivals
Rajasthan takes pride in its affluent culture
which has its origins in the royal kingdoms that
ruled the state in the past. The Rajputs and
Mughals left a profound impression in the
cultural landscape of the state through their
regal lifestyle. The fairs and festivals of
Rajasthan have intelligently preserved the
culture and traditions which leave everyone
bejoyed with their vibrancy. The annual Pushkar
fair is a world famous event that celebrates the
traditional music, dance, handicrafts and other
art forms stored in different parts of Rajasthan.
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Rajasthan Desert Camping
Rajasthan is the best place in India to get a
firsthand experience of life in a desert. A Sam
sand dune of Thar Desert in Jaisalmer is one of
the best places to visit in Rajasthan that
attracts a great number of tourists who come to
experience the rare phenomenon. The view of
rising sun from these dunes is a breathtaking one
and attracts many renowned photographers to
Jaisalmer. Camping around these dunes lets you
soak in the mesmerizing views of the deserts.
Most of the tourists come here for desert safaris
organized by expert tour operators in
India consisting of camel rides, overnight stay
at the desert tents.
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Rajasthan Wildlife Sanctuaries
The distinct topography of Rajasthan is a haven
for an infinite number of birds and animal
species. There are a dozen wildlife sanctuaries
in Rajasthan housing many endangered birds and
animals like Sariska tiger reserve, Ranthambore
national park, Bharatpur Bird sanctuary and
Kumbalgarh sanctuary. These nature parks offer an
unmatched experience to wildlife enthusiasts and
nature lovers. A majority of these parks are
spread over vast areas of thickly forested
regions with rivers and streams flowing through
them.
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Rajasthan Royal Cuisine
The delectable cuisine of Rajasthan has earned
itself a special place in the hearts of many
people around the world. Rajasthani cuisine is
famous for its fiery flavors that entice everyone
to try it. The exquisiteness of Rajasthani
cuisine is ascribed to the royal kingdoms that
flourished in the state and influenced the local
cuisine.  The variety of dishes you get here
cannot
be found in any other region in India mainly
because of the unique climatic conditions
prevailing in Rajasthan which gives rise to a
distinct variety of vegetables, spices and
cereals found in Rajasthan. The royal dishes
employ liberal use of ghee, dry fruits and spices
in order to preserve the food items for a longer
period of time as was required during the war
times. Some popular dishes of Rajasthan worth
relishing are laal maans, safed maans, gatte ki
curry, daal bati churma, kadhi, kachoris, ghevar
and malpuas.
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