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About Rajasthan
India • Rajasthan

Rajasthan is located in the northwestern region of India. Rajasthan is also known as a land of royal lifestyle. The state of Rajasthan comprises of various beautiful palaces, forts and havelis. These ancient structures truly portray the rich heritage of India along with the sophisticated lifestyle of Maharajas. Some of the palaces located here are still being used by royal families, while some have been converted into hotels or museums so that the tourists can experience the regal lifestyle.
Capital :: Jaipur.
Population :: 44 Million.
Area :: 342,239 square Kilometers.
Best Time to Visit :: October - March.
Languages :: Rajasthani and Hindi.
History of Rajasthan: According to Hindu Mythology, Rajputs belonging to the state of Rajasthan were descendants of Kshatriyas (warriors of the Vedic India). Rajput warrior clans emerged in 6th & the 7th centuries. The ancestry of the Rajputs can be classified into two, which are Lunar also known as Chandravanshi and Solar also known as Suryavanshi. Further a third Rajput clan was added i.e. Agnikula, which means fire born.
Rajputs have been classified into 36 different races and 21 kingdoms. There were various dynasties of the Rajputs like Sisodias of Mewar, Rathors of Marwar, Kachwahas of Amber, Hadas of Jhalwawar, Bhattis of Jaisalmer, Kota & Bundi, Chauhans of Ajmer and many more.

General Information About Rajasthan
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Tourist Information Centers
Foreigners Registration Office, Govt. of India Tourist Office, Tourist Information Centers (Govt.), Tourist Information Counter, Tourist Reception Centre
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Parks & Gardens
Mandore Garden, Ram Niwas Garden, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh, Wood Fossil Park
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Art & Crafts
Blue Pottery, Miniature Art Rajasthan, Ragamala Paintings
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Costumes
Pila or Peela, Rajasthani Costumes, Rajput Costumes, Royal Wardrobe, Traditional Textiles
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Food
Food of Rajasthan
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Destination Guide
Tourist Attractions in Rajasthan

Samode
The beautiful Samode Palace has been rebuilt and renovated providing a fine example of the Rajput haveli architecture. The highlight of the building is the exquisite Diwan-i-Khas, covered with origina...

Jaigarh Fort
Named after Jai Singh II, the Jaigarh fort is perched on a cliff surrounded by huge battlements with inside walkways. It is one of the few military structures of medieval India preserved almost intact...
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Hawa Mahal
A matchless illustration of Rajputana Architecture (greatly influenced by Mughal Architecture), Hawa Mahal is one of the most popular tourist destination located at Jaipur. In 1799, Hawa Mahal was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh.

Galta-Temple
About 20 kms. from Jaipur is Galta, famous for the old pilgrim centre of Galtaji and 'kunds' (natural springs and reservoirs) said to have curative powers. The small temple of the Sun god, built by Di...

Amer Fort
One of the most magnificent destinations in Jaipur, on the rugged hills outside of town sits Amer Fort. (Amber Fort). It is an example of fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture built in re...
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