Exploring the land of maharajas, i.e., Rajasthan is full of spellbinding stories. Every third tourist from foreign countries visits Rajasthan as it is part of the golden triangle. The list of best Rajasthan attractions include:
- Historical forts
- Royal palaces
- Uniques art and culture
- Heritage hotels
With their warm hospitality, Rajasthan tourist places are considered to be the best in the world. Many old forts are converted to heritage hotels where you can enjoy modern amenities along with a touch of maharaja's legacies.
Some of the most beautiful places to visit in Rajasthan for an unforgettable vacation experience are listed below:
1. Jaipur
The pink city holds the distinction of the first planned city of India. With royal Havelis and towering ancient temples, it is the soul of Indian culture. The palaces here that steal the show are:
- Amber Palace
- City Palace
- Hawa Mahal
- Nahargarh Fort and many more.
With Jantar Mantar and Jal Mahal and various museums scattered around the city, Rajasthan paints a beautiful mixture of Mughal and Rajput architecture. You can dive into deep jungle safaris for thrilling wildlife adventures. Plan your holiday for an adventurous ride.
2. Udaipur
The city of lakes mesmerizes you with its elegant beauty, royalty, and unique culture. Also, known as 'Venice of the east' will take your breath away with its beauty. Your souls will cherish your stay in the city, which has other different places to explore including:
- Udaipur City Palace
- Lake Palace
- Monsoon Palace
- Fateh Sagar Lake
- Lake Pichola and many more.
With a large number of lakes, museums, and huge ancient temples, you can touch their propagating folk culture. It is regarded as the most romantic of all places in Rajasthan.
3. Jodhpur
The blue city welcomes you for an extravagant experience that is in the landscape of the Thar desert. The city is famous for its Jodhanna culture and jodhpur sweets all over the world. Let's have a look at its attractions and why it is called one of the best places to visit in Rajasthan:
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Moti Mahal
- Sheesh Mahal and, many more.
With its various high-rise temples and a pleasing delicacy of Rajasthan cuisine, you will relish jodhpur's unique culture and folk traditions. The gorgeous colorful bangles and spices are one of the main attractions.
4. Pushkar
The city is situated around lake Pushkar which is one of the essential destinations of Hindu pilgrimage. This is the town of fairs and festivities which is known as the 'rose garden of India.' Pushkar has a mythological vibe with its traditional historic high-rise temples, which are as follows:
- Famous Brahma Temple
- Pushkar Lake
- Savitri Temple
- Sri Panchkund Shiva Temple and many more.
Apart from being the temple town, it is known for its camel fair in November. The town has only one restriction that there will be only vegetarian food available in the region.
5. Bikaner
Bikaner is known as a camel country famous for its vast desert, desert safaris, and historic forts. Another unique aspect of the city is the sand dunes scattered all over the region. As it is home to the world’s largest camel research center and breeding farms, the city is built of red sandstone. Various famous attractions here are:
- Junagarh Fort
- National Research Center on Camel
- Rampuria Haveli
- Deshnok Karni Mata Temple (famously known as Rats Temple)
The city is full of exotic Rajput architecture and markets filled with aromatic spices.
6. Nagaur
Nagaur is the region with the largest saltwater lake in India. The area is associated with the thorny shrubs of the forest area that circles the Thar desert. The city presents the finest examples of Jat-Mughal architecture. Various attractions in Nagaur include the following:
- Nagaur Fort
- Kuchaman City
- Kuchaman Fort
- Bade Peer Saheb Dargah and many more.
The Jain temples have great historical footage in the city. Jodhpur rulers had minted their silver and gold currency here. The city has excellent historical footing and is therefore liked by many tourists.
7. Jaisalmer
Famous known as the 'Queen of Thar,' it is one of the best places to explore in Rajasthan. The town stands on the yellowish sandstone, which earns its another name as the ‘the golden city. The tourists can find a great mixture of nature and historic architecture with their unique and famed hospitality. Main attractions include:
- Jaisalmer Fort
- Gadisar lake
- Desert national park
- Sonar Quila and much more
There is a touch of Rajputana culture and heritage all over Jaisalmer. There are many adventures in the city like camel safari, jeep safari, thrilling dunes bashing, and camping in the desert.
8. Shekhawati Region
The shekhawati region includes sikar, jhunjhunu and churu regions. This place in Rajasthan holds rare and forgotten art skills. The place consists of extravagant Havelis and vibrant culture, capturing every tourist's attention.
It is home to a Marwari culture which is defined as a unique painting culture. The city's key attraction lies in murals and paintings that tell various stories of Lord Rama and Lord Krishna. Various attractions include:
- Sethani ka Johara
- Ratangarh fort
- Tal Chappar sanctuary and many more.
9. Pali region
Pali region has been known as the industrial city of Rajasthan for many centuries. The city is the hub for merchant activities. The district is unique as it shares its borders with eight towns of Rajasthan. Its rich culture is flaunted in rich Jain temples and historical monuments. Various attractions of the place are as follows:
- Ranakpur Jain Temples
- Jawai Dam and many more.
Rajasthan is a city full of vibrant colors, folk stories, and huge palaces and forts. The colorful turbans in the backdrops of the golden sand of the Thar desert reflect the magnificence of the state.
There are various Rajasthan tour packages from Mumbai. Because Rajasthan has arid weather, it is famous for its rich wildlife tourism. The traditional cuisine here has many different flavors across different regions. Rajasthani food is a treat for every tourist. With its grand forts and heritage hotels, its combination of modern luxury with traditional touch will give you an unforgettable experience.