Capital: Jaipur
Largest City: Jaipur
Total Area: 342,239 km2
Altitude: 237 Meters
Rainfall: 31 cm
Official Language: Hindi
Other Languages: English, Rajasthani
Major Cities: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Mount Abu
Other famous cities: Bharatpur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Pushkar, Ajmer, Ranakpur, Sawai Mansingh, Kota, Bundi, Mandawa, Sekhawati
About Rajasthan
Rajasthan is famous for its forts, intricately carved temples, and decorated havelis, which were built by Rajput kings in pre-Muslim era Rajasthan. Rajasthan's Jaipur Jantar Mantar, Dilwara Temples, Chittorgarh Fort, Lake Palace, miniature paintings in Bundi, and numerous city palaces and havelis are an important part of the architectural heritage of India. Jaipur, the Pink City, is noted for the ancient houses made of a type of sand stone dominated by a pink hue. In Bundi, maximum houses are painted blue. At Ajmer, the white marble Bara-dari on the Anasagar lake is exquisite. Jain Temples dot Rajasthan from north to south and east to west. Dilwara Temples of Mount Abu, Ranakpur Temple dedicated to Lord Adinath in Pali District, Jain temples in the fort complexes of Chittor, Jaisalmer and Kumbhalgarh, Lodurva Jain temples,Sarun Mata Temple kotputli, Bhandasar and Karni Mata Temple of Bikaner are some of the best examples.
Rajasthan cities information
Rajasthan, Alwar
Alwar is one of the most important cities of Rajasthan, nestling in the western sands of India that represents its cultural heritage. This city is popularly known as the Tiger Gate of Rajasthan.
Bharatpur, Rajasthan
Bharatpur city is named after Bharat, the brother of Lord Rama. This city is also called the Eastern Gateway Of Rajasthan. The foundation of this city was laid by Maharaja Suraj Mal, an adopted son of Badan Singh in 1733 AD.
Bikaner City, Rajasthan
Founded in 1488, Bikaner is a desert built on an elevation and surrounded by a long embattled wall pierced by five gates. A magnificent fort built between 1588 & 1593 by Raja Raj Singh dominates the city.
Bundi, Rajasthan
Bundi is a small town with rustic setting that stands on the foothills of the Aravali Mountains. Bundi is very famous for its bolis meaning waterworks or step wells, havelis, temples and chhatris with carved pillars.
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Jaipur is a city of palaces and monuments. Founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II, it is presently the state capital of Rajasthan (India). In the city, you can find pink forts, rugged hills and lots of historical places.
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Earlier the capital of the Marwar state of Rajasthan, the city Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rajput king Rao Jodha. The city was strategically located at the main trade route that connects it with Delhi and Gujarat.
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Jaisalmer stands tall in the desolate beauty of the desert, proudly welcoming visitors to an enchanting world of fable, color, and history. The view of Jaisalmer Fort, first seen from a distance of 15 km is stunning.
Mandawa, Rajasthan
Rajasthan, the largest state of India in terms of area, is the most colorful region in the country exhibiting grandeur and royalty.
Pushkar, Rajasthan
If Rajasthan is synonymous with forts and palaces, it is also synonymous with fairs and festivals. Few things can match the effervescence, vigor and brightness of traditional fair like the world famous Pushkar.
Ranakpur, Rajasthan
Falls under the Pali district of Rajasthan, Ranakpur is one of the major Jain pilgrimage destinations in India. The name came after the name of Rana Kumbha whom Dharna Sah, a wealthy merchant of Jain community approached for land to construct the present temples.
Shekhawati Region, Rajasthan
The semi-desert Shekhawati region is located on the north-eastern part of Rajasthan. The area was an important trade route to the port of Gujarat and its economic importance can be seen by the havelis built by different wealthy merchants of this region.
Udaipur, Rajasthan
The City of Lakes 'Udaipur' is rightly rated as a precious jewel in the crown of Rajasthan, known for its pristine blue oasis in the heart of desert, is also the most preferred tourist destination across the globe.
Mount Abu, Rajasthan
The only hill station of Rajasthan, Mount Abu has a very diverse history associated with many periods. It was once the part of the Chauhan Kingdom of Rajasthan and was the summer resort for the Rajput kings.
Mount Abu, Rajasthan
The only hill station of Rajasthan, Mount Abu has a very diverse history associated with many periods. It was once the part of the Chauhan Kingdom of Rajasthan and was the summer resort for the Rajput kings.
Kota, Rajasthan
The city of Kota is situated at a center of the southeastern region of Rajasthan a very region widely known as Hadoti the land of the Hadas. Kota lies along the banks of the Chambal River and is the third largest city in Rajasthan. The historical places and temples are getting surrounded with signs of modern development. Kota is on a high sloping tableland forming a part of the Malwa Plateau. The Mokandarra hills run from southeast to northwest axis of the town. It is 36 km from Bundi. The town of Kota was once the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi. It became a separate princely state in the 17th century. Apart from the several monuments that reflect the erstwhile glory of the town, Kota is also known for its palaces and gardens. |
