About Rajasthan Tourism

Rajasthan is a state of vibrant folk dance and music, gigantic forts and palaces, spicy food, colourful and large turbans, extensive golden sand desert, camels and rich handicraft. It is therefore, an incredible place to visit in India for enjoying unforgettable holidays. Sprawling in an area of 342239 sq km, Rajasthan is perfect for history buffs, culture aficionados, adventure lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, family vacations, honeymoon, and more.

Places To Visit In Rajasthan

‘Abode of the Maharajas’, Rajasthan is a land of the Great Indian Desert, Rajput valour, magnificent architectural talent and hospitable locals. Men with colourful turbans and big moustaches greet you with ‘khamagadi’ and welcome you to the land of colourful bazaars and historic cities. The largest Indian state is always on the list of travellers as they wish to read the chapters of its great history. The forts and palaces make you wonder how the kings and queens might have lived in such large households. Turning to the alleys of the state, one can find great craftsmanship and artistic talent at every corner of the cities. Undoubtedly, Rajasthan ranks among the most-visited travel destinations of India.

Festivals in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is a cheerful state that celebrates its vibrant culture through an array of fairs and festivals running all year round, adding numerous colors to the arid land of the state. These glaring fairs and festivals come with a chance for the travellers to delve into the art, culture, traditions that are very nicely interwoven with the state’s royal history. Rajasthan is a unique place that believes in celebrating life. And to savour the true flavours of this amazing land, visit during this festivity and become a part of it.

These varieties of fairs and festivals infuse life into the barren land of Rajasthan and fill the colors of joy all around. Out of all of such festivities, some of the major ones are Ashwa Poojan, Navratri, Guru Purnima, Mt. Abu: Summer and Winter Festival, Pushkar Fair, Gangaur Festival, Nagaur Festival, Kite Festival, Kumbhalgarh Festival, Teej, Marwar Festival, Summer Festival, Baneshwar Fair, Sheetla Mata Fair, Elephant Festival, Camel Festival, Desert Festival, Pushkar Fair and Urs Fair, that are celebrated in different parts of Rajasthan. Also, Hindus one of the biggest festival Dussehra and Diwali are also celebrated with much grandeur and the display of fireworks.

To add more fun to these celebrations there are various activities and competitions that are organised like turban tying competition, puppet shows, camel races, Mr. and Miss. Desert competition, folk music and dance performances, cock and bull fighting, camels and cattles trading. These occasions serve as an exceptional platform to showcase state’s traditional artifacts and handicrafts where the shopaholics and art lovers can gather a lot of fun.

Best Time to Visit Rajasthan

Winter – October to March

Winter is the best time to visit Rajasthan as this when the temperature is at its lowest level. During the day, the weather is bearable to go for sightseeing and nights are relatively cool. If tourists want to explore the desert regions like Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Bikaner, winter is the best time for a vacation in Rajasthan. The maximum number of festivals in Rajasthan takes place in winter. Also, it is a good time to enjoy some adventure activities.

Summer – April to June

Since 60% of Rajathasn’s area is dominated by the Thar Desert, evidently the climate will be hot and humid. In summer months, the temperature may be as high as 48º C during the day, but the beauty of sparkling Thar desert shining under scorching sun rays is beautiful. If tourists are eager to go for trip to Rajasthan during summer, then they can head to Mount Abu, Kumbhalgarh or Ranakpur. In these parts of Rajasthan, the temperature is pleasant enough to go for the sightseeing tour. In rest of the Rajasthan, tourists can go out in the early morning or late evening.

Monsoon- July to September

Relatively cool as compared to summer, the monsoon is a good time to go for holiday in Rajasthan. In the monsoon season, one would notice a sudden change in the landscapes as it looks like the desert is touched by the magic wand. Tourists planning a trip during the monsoon season then the must visit destinations in Rajasthan are Bundi, Udaipur, and Keoladeo National Park.

Things to Do in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is one of those states in India that can make you fluster about where to start from and where to end, while leaving none of the things left undone in their most awaited visit to this royal state. The diverse topography of Rajasthan and its culture provide a plethora of things to do & tourist attractions to see here, right from visiting the grand forts and Palaces, to miraculous ancient temples and popular Ajmer Sharif ki Dargah, and not to forget plenty of interesting tourism activities brought by the golden sand dunes of the state. Immerse yourself into the unique holiday experience of desert camping and relish the real taste of Rajasthan through musical puppet shows, traditional folk dances, sumptuous authentic meals; a fun filled night that ends with a cozy sleep under the starlit sky. The camel and jeep safaris are also counted among few other interesting things to do in this desert land of Rajasthan.

If you are a wild-life enthusiasts, checking-out the immense wildlife of Ranthambore National Park, Sariska Tiger Reserve, Keoladeo National Park, and Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary should top the things to do list in Rajasthan. Whereas, for the adventure freaks hot air ballooning that’s happened in Pushkar, Jaipur, and Ranthambore is an attractive option to go for.

Along with enjoying ziplining in Neemrana Fort and Mehrangarh Fort, and get delighted with the bird’s eye view on the way between the cliffs. And, to delve into the rich luxury of the past, attend the vintage car rallies that take place every year in Jaipur; which is definitely a dream come true for the car lovers. Though the state is mainly a desert place, it still gives an opportunity for the trekkers to explore the hilly tracks amidst the lush greenery of Alwar and Mt. Abu. If wish to go a little off the regular listing, visit the camel breeding farm in Bikaner and become friendly with these desert ships by learning their ways. You can also go for an interesting horse safari that ventures through the streets of the regal city of Pushkar. The inviting villages donned with warm and smiling locals also allure you to pay them a visit to know their culture intermingled in their fables of the past.

While your January visit to Rajasthan cannot go without attending the popular kite festival in Jodhpur, witnessing thousands of kites hiding completely the blue sky. There are various other fairs and festivals also that are celebrated all year long, and are must see in Rajasthan. They all come as an attractive opportunity for the shopaholics to bag some authentic local handicrafts and beautiful artefacts.