Hotels in Rajasthan

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Some of the major Hotels located in the state of Rajasthan within different major cities of Rajasthan are listed below :

Hotels in Jaipur City :
Heritage Hotels in Jaipur : Hotel Alsisar Haveli, Hotel Bissau Palace, Hotel Chirmi Palace, Hotel Diggi Palace, Hotel Hari Mahal Palace, Hotel Lal Mahal Palace, Hotel Mandawa Haveli, Naila Bagh Palace, Raj Mahal Palace Hotel, Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, The Raj Palace, Samode Bagh, Hotel Samode Haveli, Sugan Niwas Palace, SMS Hotel

Luxury Hotels in Jaipur : Chokhi Dhani Resort, Hotel Clarks Amer, Hotel Bella Casa, Hotel Jai Mahal Palace, Hotel Jaipur Palace, Hotel KK Royal Days, Hotel Le Meridien, Hotel Mansingh, Raj Vilas – An Oberoi Hotel, Rajputana Palace Sheraton, The Rambagh Palace Hotel

Deluxe Hotels in Jaipur : Hotel Chandragupt, Comfort Inn Hawa Mahal, Hotel Holiday Inn, Hotel Kanchandeep, Hotel LMB, Hotel Maharani Palace, Hotel Mansingh Towers, Hotel Maurya Palace, Hotel Maya International, Hotel Neelam, Best Western Hotel Om Tower, Hotel Park Plaza, Hotel The Wall Street, The Trident Hilton

Economy Hotels in Jaipur : Hotel Arya Niwas, Hotel Gangaur, Hotel Empire Regency, Hotel Indiana Classic, Hotel Jai Niwas, Hotel Maharani Plaza

Hotels in Ajmer

Hotels In Pushkar

Hotels In Bharatpur

Jaipur Travel Guide

Jaipur is the first planned city of India, located in the desert lands of Rajasthan. The city that once had been the capital of the royalty, now serves as the capital city of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal family. In the present date, Jaipur is the major business centre for the natives of Rajasthan with all requisites of a metropolitan city. The city of Jaipur, painted in pink, grasp the appreciation of every visitor. One can see that hoary charm still alive in the avenues of Jaipur.

Tourists Attractions in Jaipur :

The city Palace
Except for a small portion that is still used by the royal family in Jaipur, the City Palace is now converted in a museum. One of the major attractions of the palace is the portion devoted to arms and ammunition used by the royal family in the past. Other important attractions are the Textile and Costume Museum, Art Gallery, Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, and Diwan-i-Khas and Diwan-i-Am.

Central Museum
Containing a vast collection of portraits, miniature paintings, costumes and jewellery, the central museum is located in the Ram Vilas Garden. Also called the Albert Hall, the building is an amalgamation of pillars, arches, and courtyards adorned with murals. Huge collections of objects aptly display the colorful and a mystifying history of the state. There are miniature paintings, ivory carvings, costumed mannequins, and shields depicting scenes from the Hindu epics, among others.

Hawa Mahal
This sandstone edifice is not a palace in the actual sense of the word but a series of sandstone screens constructed so that the ladies of the royal household could watch the royal processions without being visible to the outsider. It is named the Palace of the Winds after the many brass wind vanes that adorned it until 1960s. A holiday in Jaipur is never complete without a visit to this incredible heritage monument.

Jantar Mantar
Built by Raja Swai Jai Singh, after whom the city has been named, Jantar Mantar is the largest of the stone observatories in the world. Situated near the gate of the City Palace, the observatory has 18 large instruments, many of them still in working condition.

Amber Fort
Amber Fort reflects the glorious past of the fierce Kachwaha dynasty that ruled over Jaipur from 18th century. Constructed for defense purposes, the rugged exteriors belie the visual paradise, which constitute the interiors. Painted scenes of hunting and wars adorn the walls along with precious stones set in plaster. The fort gives a majestic view of the surrounding valley. In the foreground is the Maota Lake with breathtaking reflections of the magnificent Amber-fort palace. For an experience, which is truly royalty, the visitor can reach the fort through snaking pathways on elephant back.

Rajasthan Widlife Tour

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary : Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary is also known as Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary and this great waterfowl habitat is one of the finest in the world and was created by a maharaja.

Ranthambore National Park : The rare Indian tigers are seen in Ranthambore National Park.

Sariska Tiger Reserve : Sariska wildlife Sanctuary is part of the Project Tiger. The Sanctuary extends over an area of 800 sq. kms, and has a wide spectrum and rich population of wildlife.

Gir National Park : Gir National Park & Wildlife Sanctuary comprises 1412 sq km of deciduous forest interspersed with semi-evergreen and evergreen flora, acacia, scrub jungle, grasslands and rocky hills.

Mount Abu Sanctuary : The highest point of Aravalis, the Guru Shikhar, lies in this 289 sq km sanctuary. Established in 1960,this provides shelter to the common langaur, wild boar, sambhar and leopard.

Desert National Sanctuary : The Desert National Park is located at a distance of 40kms. from Jaisalmer and exemplifies the unusual ecological biodiversity of the renowned Thar desert.

Keoladeo Ghana National Park : Keoladeo National Park, situated in the state of Rajasthan in India is a former duck-hunting reserve of the Maharajas.

Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary : Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary is located in the most rugged of the Aravali in Pali, Rajsamand and Udaipur districts of Rajasthan.

Darrah National Park : An erstwhile royal hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Kota, it is thickly forested sanctuary lying along the southeastern border of Kota. This hilly sanctuary with thicks forests is worth a visit.

Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur : Located beside the man-made Jaisamand lake is this sanctuary established in 1957, this sanctuary is covers a total area of 160 sq km. and harbours sloth bear, leopard, chital, chinkara, wild boar and a number of birds.

Rajasthan Safari Tour

If you are planning to visit Rajasthan, don't forget to include a safari tour of Rajasthan in your itinerary. Rajasthan safari provides a peek into the real Rajasthan. There are different means of taking a desert safari. Read on to know further about the various forms of Rajasthan adventure safaris:

Rajasthan Camel Safari
The most common form of desert safari is the Camel safari. A camel safari will take you to the far and distant villages of Rajasthan, giving you a peek into the rural Rajasthan. A camel safari also takes you closer to nature itself. You spend the evenings next to a bonfire. The night is spent sleeping in the tent, beneath the starry sky. Regarding comfort and security in the camel safari, the camel-carts for the desert safari are fully equipped to handle almost every situation. Camel safari is also arranged by Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC), on request from Delhi and Jaipur.

Rajasthan Horse safari
A horse safari tour of Rajasthan is quite popular with the tourists. Royal cenotaphs, magnificent forts, fascinating temples, picturesque locales, etc all add to the appeal of a Rajasthan horse safari.

Rajasthan Jeep Safari
A popular form of desert safari is the Jeep safari. The jeep safari takes you through the fascinating countryside of the state of Rajasthan. A visit to the forts and palaces and other monuments during the jeep safari takes you back to the bygone era of the state. On an average, you spend 5-6 hrs on the drive daily, covering approximately 150 km. The most popular jeep safari is to the Bishnoi village.

Rajasthan Elephant Safari
Elephant safaris are organized between the cities of Jaipur and Pushkar. Those looking out for some extra adventure should definitely try out the elephant safari. You will certainly enjoy the ride on top of these bulky animals.

Rajasthan Desert Safari
On Rajasthan Desert Safari, you have an opportunity to explore the vast sands of the Thar Desert with the ship of the desert, i.e., the camel. Camel has solved the problem of the people of Rajasthan of covering long and tedious routes through the desert. Rajasthan Desert Safari offers number of options to the tourists for camel safaris. You may opt for a short safari through a Rajasthani village or a long safari for a few days passing through the vast expanse of sand. Camel Safari is not easy but is exciting and thrilling.

Rajasthan Wildlife Safari
Rajasthan is well known for its world famous handicrafts and textiles. Besides Rajasthan is the land of some of the finest Sanctuaries and National parks of India and the world. Noted among them are Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (Keoladeo Ghana National Park) , Sariksa Tiger Reserve and Ranthambhor National Park.

Rajasthan Motorcycle and Bicycle Safari
Almost in each and every part of Rajasthan, you can go on a motorcycle and bicycle safari. Specially, the city of Udaipur provides the most conducive conditions for undertaking these safaris. A Motorcycle safari of Rajasthan can last anywhere from a week to a month and is usually done on the Royal Enfield 350cc bikes.

Rajasthan Tourists Places

Rajasthan is the only land where much of the medieval character has been retained through its magnificent forts, palaces and Havellis. Here, the remains of the medieval times have perfectly blended with the modern buildings that have cropped up in the present tims.

Some of the major Tourists Attractions in Rajasthan are :
Siliserh Lake Palace in Alwar
Sariska National Park in Alwar
Neemrana Fort Palace in Alwar
Dargah Sharif in Ajmer
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur
Junagarh Fort in Bikaner
Karni Mata Temple in Bikaner
Gajner Palace in Bikaner
Taragarh Fort in Bundi
Chittorgarh Fort in Chittorgarh
Amber Fort in Jaipur
City Palace in Jaipur
Jal Mahal in Jaipur
Jaisalmer Fort in Jaisalmer
Jaigarh Fort in Jaipur
Jantar Mantar in Jaipur
Hawa Mahal in Jaipur
Sam Sand Dunes in Jaisalmer
udurwa Temple in Jaisalmer
Patwon Ki Haveli in Jaisalmer
Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur
Chambal Garden in Kota
Kumbhalgarh Fort in Kumbhalgarh
Dilwara Temple in Mount Abu
Nakki Lake in Mount Abu
Pushkar Lake in Pushkar
Ranakpur Jain Temple in Ranakpur
Rajasthan Village Tour

Rajasthan Jewelery

Some of the most attractive Indian jewelry comes from the land of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is considered to be the crafts paradise of India. In colors, concepts and workmanship – the handicrafts of Rajasthan are incomparable. Their ethnic aura makes them absolute collector's delight. Rajasthani jewelry has a vast and varied tradition. Each area in Rajasthan actually has its own unique style of making jewelry. While the rural Rajasthani women prefer to adorn themselves with chunky silver jewelery, the urban ladies generally go for gold jewellery. Some of the traditional ornaments are rakhri, timaniyan, bala, bajubandh, gajra, gokhru, jod, etc.

Rajasthan is also famous for its precious and semi-precious jewelry traditions. Exquisite ornaments are made in Jaipur and Jodhpur using emerald, diamond, pearl, garnet, agate and lapis lazuli. Rajasthan specializes in meenakari. Meenakari is the art of enameling on gold or silver. In Jaipur, craftsmen use the champleve or raised-field style. In Nathdwara, enameling is done on silver and other metals. Pratapgarh meena or theva work in gold on green or red enamel is widely appreciated for its beauty and appeal.

Kundan is the art of setting precious stones in gold. Kundan jewelery is exclusive both in terms of design and perfection. Often, a combination of meenakari and kundan is used to give the jewellery two equally beautiful surfaces – enamel at the back and kundan-set gems in the front.

Jewelry in Rajasthan is much more than just adornment – it is a part of their culture and traditions. All Rajasthani women wear bangles for it is considered inauspicious for a woman's forearm to be bare. Lac bangles are worn as an auspicious sign and good omen. Lacquer bangles are made in an amazing variety of designs and colors – some in flat colors, some iridescent or marbles, while others flash white fire from rhinestones or tiny mirrors at the turn of the wrist. Glass bangles – an all time favorite of all Indian women, are available in a large variety in all the parts of Rajasthan – the greatest variety being offered in Jaipur and Jodhpur.

So next time you visit Rajasthan, make sure you buy some of these fabulous handmade jewelery. You can also buy them online and get it delivered at any part of the world.

Some famous Jewelery of Rajasthan are :
Rajasthan Wooden Jewelery
Rajasthan Kundan Jewellery
Rajasthan Stone Jewellery
Rajasthan Enamel Jewellery
Rajasthan Plastic Jewelry
Rajasthan Quill Jewellery
Rajasthan Back Line Jewelery
Rajasthan Shellac Jewellery
Rajasthan Leather Jewellery
Rajasthan Shell Jewellery
Rajasthan Tribal Jewelry
Rajasthan Bangle Jewelry

Hill Station in Rajasthan

Mount Abu

General Information about Mount Abu Hill Station in India

Height : 1,220 Meters (4,003 Feet)

Mountain Range : Arawali Hills

Peak Seasons : March - June, September - November

Introduction :

Mount Abu is the sole hill station of the desert state of Rajasthan. The nearest of the great Rajasthan tourism centers, Udaipur, is 185 kilometres (ll5 miles) away and Abu remains slightly off the foreign tourist route. Its visitors are mainly Indians and during the season it is well patronized, especially by honeymoon couples. Mount Abu has been a pilgrimage site and its most remarkable attractions are its beautifully carved Jain temples, nearly a thousand years old.

History of Mount Abu :

The name Abu is variously described as a corruption of Arbuda, hill of wisdom, or Arbuda, the name of a powerful serpent who rescued Lord Shiva's mount, the bull Nandi, from a chasm here. Legends surround the town. The Nakki Lake is said to have been excavated by the nails of the gods.

The British added a chapter to Mount Abu's long history by making it a hill station. They had no hill retreat in Rajputana, as Rajasthan was then called, until 1845, when the government leased Mount Abu from its Rajput owner. The station was built principally for the British Res ident of Rajputana, and in 1847, for the first time, 60 Britons escaped to the hill from the plains. While the British built private bungalows, and a polo ground, the Raiput princes constructed palatial residences. Mount Abu has a cooler climate than the plains and stands among great granite outcrops, surrounded by scrub-covered hills.

Accessibility to reach Mount Abu :

The nearest Railway Station, Abu Road, 27 kilo metres (17 miles) away. The nearest airport is Udaipur Airport, 185 kilometres (ll5 miles) away. is on the main meter-gauze line between Delhi and Ahmedabad. Some superfast trains stop here. There are taxis and regular buses from the bus stand next to Abu Road station to the town.

In Mount Abu you can choose between unmetered taxis and horse drawn carts (tangos). There are also large baby prams for children. Local buses run to certain sights. The tourist office opposite the bus stand will advise you on which ones to take. Rajasthan State Tourism runs two conducted tours a day during the season, which cover the main sights in four hours.

Places to Visit in Mount Abu :

Mount Abu is a curiously elongated hill station. The bus stand has become the town's center, and here you will find the main hotels. Roads to the northeast and southwest lead to the Guru Shikhar Peak and the Gaumukh Temple, respectively.

Guru Shikhar Peak :
The highest peak in the area, Guru Shikhar, 15 kilometres (a little over nine miles) from the town centre, at 1,722 metres (5,650 feet), is at the end of the Mount Abu plateau, surmounted by the Atri Rishi Temple. It is an unequalled viewpoint.

Nakki Lake :
In the central part of Mount Abu is Nakki Lake, which can contract dramatically in a rainless year. Take a walk around it or hire a rowing boat or a motor launch. Overhanging the lake is the Toad Rock clearly resembling a gigantic toad.There are a number of shrines and cave dwellings of ascetics on the shores of the lake.

View Point :
Popular viewpoints are Sunset Point to the southwest, which overlooks the plains, and Honeymoon (or Anadra) Point. On the footpath between the latter and Subhash Road to the north of the bazaar is another path which leads to the Crag's Viewpoint.

Shopping in Mount Abu

Mount Abu is an enchanting hill resort in Rajasthan.Shopping in Mount Abu is going to be an enthralling experience as the markets of Mount Abu are stacked with a variety of handicrafts from Rajasthan and the neighboring state of Gujarat. Textiles, jewellery, curios in wood, metal and marble, you name it and they have it all in Mount Abu.

Most of the shops in Mount Abu are located around the beautiful Nakki Lake, which makes your shopping in Mount Abu a pleasurable experience. Rajasthani paintings, leather articles and stone crafts make good souvenirs. If you have a fascination for textiles and fabrics, then you should check out the Kota saris, linen with Sanganeri prints or even the lightweight Jaipury quilt.

For Rajasthan Handicrafts like metal, stone and wooden curios, you can shop at the Government Handicrafts Emporium, Khadi Bhandar, Kashmir Cottage emporium and a host of other shops in the town.