As the name suggests Rajasthan is the land of kings and princes. On the northwestern border on India, this is a place where history, myth, chivalry and romance form an exciting mix with the rugged natural beauty.
Once a divided into many princely states, the land has a glorious past. Intriguing tales of valor and heroism of the residents of this region replete the history of India.
Independence in 1947 has ripped the erstwhile maharajas of their kingdoms. But the state has continued to chart its way to progress and today it is one of the most important states in India.
Before you travel to Rajasthan, Travel.mapsofindia brings you some fast facts about the state:
| Location | Northwestern part of India Pakistan in the west and north-west; Punjab in the northHaryana in the north-east Uttar Pradesh in the east Madhya Pradesh in the south-east Gujarat in the south-west |
| Latitude | Between 23°30' and 30°11' North |
| Longitude | Between 69°29' and 78°17' East |
| Area | 342,239Sqkms |
| Climate | Summer - Hot Winter - Cold |
| Max Temperature | 48°C |
| Min Temperature | 8°C |
| Average Annual Rainfall | Between 20-40 Cms |
| Capital | Jaipur |
| Population | 44005990 |
| Languages | Hindi, Marwari, and Rajasthani |
| Religion | Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Parsi |
| Best Time to Visit | October to March |
| Clothing | Summer - Cottons Winter - light Woolens |
A travel to Rajasthan would take you to the land where history and heritage still linger entangled into each other. In its impregnable forts and palaces in Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, you can quite listen to the drumbeats of history. The architectural splendour of the monuments and the intricate craftsmanship would capture you imagination.
Travel to Rajasthan simply to experience it fabled royal hospitality. Stay at any of the heritage hotels, sheer pomp and grandeur would amaze you. Pay a visit to a typical Rajasthani village you may wonder how a land, so dry and barren, could contain a culture so rich and glorious.
Ride a camel through the shimmering desert sands in Jaisalmer and pitch your tent in the evening lit in mashaals and campfire. Dance away the night with the local men and women. A travel to Rajasthan may evoke the memories of Arabian Nights !!
Or you may take a four-wheel drive through the wilderness of Ranthambore. Keep your fingers crossed, you may chance upon a tiger.
Last but not the least important to mention is that, the best way to travel to Rajasthan is by the luxury train Palace on Wheels or Heritage on Wheels, which offer you fantastic glimpses of royal heritage in Rajasthan.
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