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Tryst with The Desert State of Rajasthan

Are you planning a trip to the Desert State Rajasthan” If yes, it is recommended to set aside at least a week to explore this lovely state and its amazing culture and heritage. The Rajasthan tour would include Jaipur, Udaipur, Ranakpur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, and Mandawa. All these places are known for their unique attractions and are known for a rich past that has helped in making the cities what they are today. In many cities, a perfect and eclectic blend of traditionalism with modernism will be seen, which makes them truly special.

Look for a suitable Rajasthan short tour which would offer an opportunity to explore the vibrant beauty and rich culture of Rajasthan.

Jaipur – The City of Temples

Gobind Devji Temple Jaipur

Start your tour from the famous Amber Fort, which is known for its amazing architectural marvels manifested in the magnificent, Sheesh Mahal and Sheetla Mata Temple, the deity of the Jaipur Rajput Rulers. After Amber Fort, we will visit the Nahargarh and Jaigarh Fort, famous forts in Jaipur. While coming back to the city, you can check out beautiful City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Gobind Devji Temple. At City Palace, a lot of artifacts from the recent times can be explored. You will then continue with your sightseeing trip and visit Hawa Mahal, Birla Temple, Moti Dungri Ganesh Ji Temple and back to the hotel for the night stay. All these places have a unique story to tell and share.

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Udaipur – The City of Lakes

Pichhola Lake Udaipur

The city is known for its scenic views and beautiful lakes, hence the name given. It is another bastion of Rajputi glory and courage. There are many stories about the courage and valor of the Rajput Kings of this area, particularly Maharana Pratap. He fought with the Mughals for a long time to save his beloved homeland from the Mughal clutches. There is no dearth of monuments in the city dedicated to Maharana Pratap and his beloved horse, Chetak. The journey to this city is equally exciting. You can come across the real beauty of Rajasthan on the way.

Explore the land of Rajput rulers who died saving their homeland from the Mughal control. This is the land of Maharana Pratap and the glimpses of erstwhile times can be seen in its monuments dotting the scenic landscape of Udaipur. This city is not only known for its history but its rich culture and scenic attractions. It is also called the “Venice of the East,” there are a lot of places worth visiting and enjoying in the city. To name a few, we would visit the famous City Palace and its museum, located at the banks of River Pichhola, the magnificent Lake Palace, located amidst the Pichhola Lake, Jag Mandir, Monsoon Palace, Jagdish Temple, Moti Magri, and many more popular attractions, all of which are very beautiful and stunning.

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Ranakpur- The City of Jain Temples

The City of Jain Temples Ranakpur

Ranakpur is known for its famous Temple, made up of marble. This spectacular temple is known for its Maru-Gurjara architecture. This temple is dedicated to Tirthankara Adinatha. The architectural style of this temple is a wonderful example of the skills and abilities of the Rajasthani craftsmen. This Chomukha Temple symbolizes the cosmos. The halls have twenty-four pillars, and four hundred columns supported high ceilings and magnificent domes.

Jodhpur- The “Marudhara”

Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur

Jodhpur- the land of Suryavanshis has always been the stronghold of Rajputs. This city was developed by Rao Jodha. The sightseeing would begin with the famous Mehrangarh Fort made of sandstone. Perched atop a hill, this Fort houses the famous Phool Mahal and Moti Mahal. Close to the Fort, another famous monument is a marble made cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Thada II- Jaswant Thada. Other places that will be visited are Balsamand Palace, and most magnificent of all- the famous Umaid Bhawan Palace. Moreover, Jodhpur is a shoppers delight. You can buy beautiful bandhni fabrics, jutis, antiques, and many other local handicraft items. You can enjoy the famous Mirch bada and Pyaz Kachori with creamy lassi.

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Bikaner- The City of Historical Monuments

Rat Temple Bikaner

The city boasts of many historical monuments, forts, and palaces. Built by Rao Bikaji in the year 1488 AD, the city speaks volumes about the finesse of Rajput architectural style. The tour will begin from the imposing and formidable Junagarh Fort. The fort has been imparted a lot of beauty with picturesque courtyards. Next, we move on to the Lalgarh Palace, Gajner Palace, Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary and Ganga Singh Museum. Deshnok Temple is located close to Bikaner which is known as the Rat Temple. You can also go for Rajasthan Camel Safari tour and enjoy mesmerizing views of the city.

Mandawa- The City of Havelis

City of Havelis Mandawa

Visit the famous havelis of Mandawa, known for their colorful frescoes. The city was established by Thakur Nawal Singh in the year 1755. Many of the descendants of former Thakurs still reside here in the beautiful mansions and havelis. One of the finest Rajasthani castles, Mandawa Castle also attracts a large number of visitors. Here, you can also explore old costumes, armoire collection, canons, numismatic collection, ancient coins, etc.

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The tour package of Rajasthan chosen by you with Erco Travels, it is a reliable tour operator in India will help you explore the destination at a leisurely pace and allow you to know a lot about Rajasthani culture, history, traditions, architectural marvels, and spirituality.

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