'Extraordinary' is an apt word for a tourist destination like Rajasthan. It is spilled with an exciting array of attractions, which are bound to leave you spell bound. The colorful life and rich heritage are all captured in its architectural marvels, fairs and festivals and music and dance. The best way of knowing Rajasthani culture is by participating in its fairs and festivals. Jaisalmer comes alive with colors, dance and music and laughter during its annual Desert Festival(January/ February). Many musicians, dancers and performers from far and wide gather in this rustic city to be a part of Desert Festival. Camel, the ship of the desert is the center of attraction in this festival. Camels are decked up from head to toe in a traditional style, look very cute. Camel races attract many spectators. Mesmerizing light and sound show on the unfathomable sand dunes on a moonlit night captivates the hearts of tourists.
Royal Palaces, Havelis and Forts are one of the alluring facets of Rajasthan. A witness to the glory of the bygone era, some of the widely known arresting establishments of this royal land are Lake Palace, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort and Salem Singh Ki Haveli. The erstwhile kings were extremely fond of art forms. They spent lavishly in decorating their palaces and forts. Be it the palace of a king or the humble huts of villagers, the people here love to adorn their homes with various art forms. Many erstwhile rulers of the state brought artists from far off places to introduce new art forms in their kingdoms. Raja Man Singh of Amer invited skilled enamel workers from Lahore to introduce 'meenakari' craft to Jaipur, which later gained international fame.
The beauty and royalty of Lake Palace is admired across the world. It is nestled in the azure waters of a beautiful Lake Pichola. Carved out meticulously in white marble , the palace is surrounded by hills on one side. It is a celestial destination tastefully done in traditional style. The interior are dedicated to ethnic themes reflecting the traditions of Rajasthan, which are beyond compare. This romantic palace was once the abode of Maharana Jagat Singh, but now has been transformed into a luxurious Heritage Hotel offering palace like comfort. Other heritage hotels in Rajasthan where you can pamper yourself with sheer luxury are Umaid Bhawan Palace, Hotel Devigarh Palace, Hotel Ajit Bhawan and Hotel Shiv Niwas.
Buy beautiful handicrafts from the bustling bazaars of this state and also pamper your taste buds with its palatable cuisine like dal bati churama and lassi. Be it rich heritage or colorful culture, Rajasthan is simply 'wondrous'!
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