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A land sculpted by time itself and further embellished by a powerful monarchs.
 
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Decide your favourite colour and pick a city to match, Rajasthan's kaleidoscope of colours covers all. 
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Rajasthan Tours Travel » Tourist Attractions » Rajasthan the Land of Maharajas
The Maharajas once ruled Rajasthan with bejewelled fists, these passionate monarchs also had a great love of all things exquisite. The splendour and extravagance of these erstwhile rulers still lives on in this fabled land. The first interaction a visitor has with the power and prestige that the royalty commanded is by witnessing the magnificent forts, ethereal palaces , intricate havelies, splendid temples, elaborate wells, handsome mansions and memorials that dot the landscape. Built of burnished sandstone and marble, these architectural marvels contain intricate carvings on walls, elegant facades, elaborate balconies and majestic domes and turrets. What is more, step into the interiors of these mansions and be transported back in time to an age where hundreds of attendants served the monarchy, walk along the corridors where heavily veiled princesses treaded lightly and ride up the ramparts on the back of beautifully decorated Elephants like any worthy visitor to the King.
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A riot of colours
A land of striking beauty Rajasthan has a mystical, magical allure all its
own. Its people are known for their valour and their tales of gallantry
are now a part of folklore, often expressed through dance and music. They
also express themselves through colour. Amidst the background of golden
sand dunes it is not uncommon to find towns decorated in riotous colours
and the locals dressed in heavily embroidered and intricate thread and
mirror work costumes, always in celebration of their precious heritage.
Abundant in art
The kings of yore were also great patrons of art and culture, a precious
tradition that Rajasthan still maintains. The beauty of the Rajasthani
miniature paintings remains unparalleled and as an art form they are
unique and distinct. Though canvas and paper have always been the obvious
choice for a painting, it is not uncommon to see brilliant frescoes and
paintings decorating the ceilings and walls of the royal residences.
Steeped in old world charm
Experience this land as the regal monarchs traversed it, choose from the
gilded palace on wheels to a desert safari, partake in the Polo matches
and Champagne dinners, experience the high life but don't miss out on all
that the bazaar has to offer. With its tiny stores along narrow curvy
lanes, the marketplace, unaltered since centuries , is a perfect way to
experience Rajasthan's heartwarming hospitality and old world charm and of
course shop for those precious mementoes. Among its many wares silver
ornaments are sold by the kilo, fistfuls of precious and semi-precious
stones offered off pave-ments, mountains of hand-block printed fabrics
piled up in shops, quilts strung up to hang, as colourful as the veils
fluttering in stores, rows upon rows of terecotta pots, evenly arranged
rows of embroidered shoes, piles of paintings, and amazing heaps of wood
and metal crafted objects. It truly is a medieval bazaar come to life.
Festivals and fanfare
Immerse yourself in the spirit of this land by visiting some of the many
fairs and festivals it has to offer. Celebrations range from the religious
to the popular. Music and dance play an important role in these festivals,
troupes of tribal musicians and dancers can hypnotise you with their
enchanting rythms and nimble movements. The Chari , the Ghoomar and the
Fire dance are some of the more popular and stirring performances. The
Maand is the traditional form of court music that narrates tales of the
ruler-patrons. The fairgrounds are also a melting pot of the different
clans and tribes within Rajasthan , each one displaying their decorative
handicrafts and jewellery, trading camels, racing elephants and indulging
in some good old fashioned revelry.
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Delightfully delicious
A cuisine specific to a land has to be experienced for one to truly
understand its culture. The royal kitchens of Rajasthan have not ever
disappointed their kings and you are sure to love these preparations as
much. The cuisine culled from the few ingredients such as millets, beans
and pulses , the only crops to grow in such an arid climate, will leave
you astounded by the inventiveness of their preparations. High on the list
of must-sample dishes would be the sumptuous daal-bati-choorma, crisp
makki ki roti, savoury gatte-ka-saag, a lapsi for dessert and perhaps a
glass of lassi at the end of the meal. If you are fond of your meats be
sure to try the the local non-vegetarian delicacy, the kebabs popularly
known as sula. Bon voyage and Bon Apetite.
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