Rajasthan is one of those places that are almost on everybody’s wish lists as the state is blessed with evocative ruins or are restored to the former splendor. Breathtaking sand dunes, battle-scarred forts, riot invoking colors, slightly arrogant pride, and honored as the largest state of India, Rajasthan offers you a perfect opportunity to witness the incredible grandeur of the architectures constructed by several rulers during the bygone days. Adorned with gorgeous palaces and forts, Rajasthan boasts of several astonishing places that one can explore on their trip to this desert state. The attractions to discover in Rajasthan are counted amongst top tourist destinations in India and we have enlisted some of the beautiful places to visit in Rajasthan.

If you have never been to this holiday destination, then check out your schedule and plan a Rajasthan Budget Tour. However, we would recommend you to plan a little long travel plan so that you cover most of these places and absorb their splendor, gather key experiences, exclusive handicrafts, delectable food, and a perfect time to interact with the locals and knowing about their lifestyle.

01. Jaipur – The Pink City

The city with vibrant amalgamation of the old and new traditions, Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan. Also popular as “Pink City”, Jaipur was ruled by various kings especially the Rajputs for many centuries and so the development of the city was also planned by them only during the 17th century AD. Jaipur along with Delhi and Agra completes the Golden triangle circuit and hails as one of the most popular holiday destinations in India. The city encircled with old huge walls and gates studded with drawings on the backdrop of a gorgeous pink hue. The city that has managed to retain its old-world charm is home to a few UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Jantar Mantar and Amer Fort. Apart from forts, museums, temples, and palaces, you can also explore the bazaars where you can get some really amazing handicrafts, handloom products, and other heart’s contents of yours. The city is also popular for its lip-smacking dishes and especially the confectionaries like Ghewar, and Dal Bati Churma, Pyaaz Kachori are also popular.

02. Udaipur

Also popular as the “City of Lakes”, Udaipur is believed to be the crown jewel of Rajasthan as the city is studded with the gorgeous Aravali Hills from all the directions and makes the city as lovely as it could be. It has also been termed as “Venice of the East” as the city has an abundance of natural beauty, breathtaking architecture, and the mesmerizing temples that make it a must-visit destination in India. Enjoying boat ride through the cascading waters of Lake Pichola make your journey more interesting and enjoyable and proves it to be a pride of Rajasthan. The entire city’s architecture is flattering and also the location of the city i.e. amidst the valleys and encircled by 4 gorgeous lakes makes it more appealing. Gatte Ki Sabji and Dal Bati Churma are the two popular dishes that one must try on in this city.

03. Jaisalmer

One of the major tourist destinations in Rajasthan, Jaisalmer is established in the northwestern region of Rajasthan in India. Popularly called as the “golden city” due to its admiring golden dunes and castles blessed with golden honey sandstone, Jaisalmer is studded with ornate Jain Temples, lames, and Havelis and can also enjoy camping under the starry sky and gather some amazing unforgettable experiences. The Jaisalmer Fort stands tall in the city as a citadel and is encircled by the gorgeous narrow valleys inhabited by the people who have been residing there for many generations. The destination is also quite popular among tourists as a shopping hub from where one can buy the colorful handicrafts and then the Havelis make you travel back in time. Murgh-e-subz is the most popular delicacy served at the restaurants in the city and this is one of the best cities to discover if you are a non-vegetarian.

04. Bundi

If you are looking for a princely stay in the princely state of Rajasthan then there is no other better place than Bundi, the area inhabited by several local tribes. The region was under the control of many rulers and it is said that the place got its name from one of the tribal rulers named Bunda Meena. Bundi is blessed with many magnificent palaces, forts, Baolis i.e. step wells. Temples, Havelis, and Chhatris with beautifully carved out pillars. The destination also holds great historical significance as it had been a huge part and the victim of many battles and the legendary takes of valor. On the other hand, Bundi attracts the travelers thronging with the theme holiday of a nature walk as the city is surrounded by mesmerizing lakes, cascading waterfalls, and a beautiful pattern of rivers. The city is dominant in serving vegetarian dishes, however, meat is the most popular dish of Bundi and you can get a variety of dishes made cooked up of meat.

05. Pushkar

A city with the blend of vibrant colors, Pushkar is one of the most favorite tourist places to explore in Rajasthan. The city is worldwide popular for organizing the grand and auspicious celebration of Camel fair in which thousands of people participate. So, if you are keen to witness this festive season then you must plan your trip in the months of October and November. Believed to be one of the most ancient cities in India, Pushkar houses the uniquely designed and rare Brahma Temple and it is also studded with the gorgeous Pushkar Lake which is surrounded by many Ghats where you can indulge yourself in the evening Aarti ceremony and fill yourself with the spiritual experience. Also, if you are a photogenic and love to collect some amazing photographs of yours and your trip companions.

07. Ranthambore

Tucked at the foothills of Aravali and Vindhya Hills, Ranthambore is reckoned as one of the best tiger reserves in India where the chances of spotting tigers is higher as compared to other tiger reserves in the country. Besides being popular as a tiger reserve, Ranthambore has one of the richest fauna and flora and this makes it an absolute must-visit area. Ranthambore National Park along with the Ranthambore Fort that is encircled beautifully by the gorgeous valleys and the lofty hills altogether makes the region a perfect traveler’s delight. The majestic fort in the city is believed to have been constructed in the 10th century and is standing tall over the entire national park and there is also a huge temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and two more temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Ramlalaji. Also, if you are a bird watcher then you can stroll around the Surwal Lake and the Padam Lake where one can find exotic species of birds including some rare and migratory. However, there is no specific food item of Pushkar but if you visit the local Dhabas in the city then you can find a collection of Rajasthani as well as Punjabi cuisines.

07. Mount Abu

The only hill station nestled in the enormously sprawled desert state, Mount Abu is believed to be the true paradise for nature lovers. Located on the border of Rajasthan and Gujarat and amidst the Aravali Himalayan Ranges, Mount Abu is a perfect destination in every sense as the region boasts of a few temples and scenic splendors. It is one of the most sought weekend destinations for the locals during the summer months as being a hill station, it witnesses a pleasant climatic condition so to escape themselves away from the scorching heat of the sunrays, travelers love visiting this site which is also a great pilgrimage spot.

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