Places In Rajasthan


Jaisalmer
The deserted town of Jaisalmer has a distinct charm associated that makes. Its sand-yellow ramparts rising out of the arid Thar present a mesmerizing picture. Villagers dressed in colored traditional dresses with an elaborately tied turban and town's stone architecture make it a destination par excellence.

Places to visit
Jaisalmer Fort
Located in the heart of Jaisalmer, The Jaisalmer Fort or 'Sonar Kila' is reputed as one of the latest princely fortification in Rajasthan. The fort is approached through Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol, Bhoota Pol and Hawa Pol. The numerous palaces and havelis of the fort represent an aesthetic sense that makes it a distinct travel attraction.

Gadi Sagar Tank and the Folklore Museum
Visit the Gadi Sagar Tank that was once Jaisalmer's sole water supply. Countless temples and shrines that are located around the lake add to its attraction. The sandstone bricks of the temples glow with a warm deep ochre in the evening light giving it a distinct appeal.

The delightful little Folklore Museum offers an interesting display of religious folk art.

Havelis
Countless havelis that are spread across the city of Jaisalmer are sure to take you back to the time when wealthy merchants used to come to the city for trade. Patwon ki Haveli is the most magnificent and elaborate of the havelis.

Excursions
Wood Fossil Park
Located at a distance of 17 kms from Jaisalmer, Wood Fossil Park has an amazing collection of fosslils dating back to the time immemorial.

Best time to visit
October-March
How to reach
Jaisalmer is well connected by air and rail to all the major Indian cities.

Mandore

Located at a distance of just 8 kms from Jaipur, Manodre offers countless breathtaking tourist attractions. It includes beautiful gardens, rock terraces, forts & palaces and plantations. The lively city of Mandore has also been a royal funeral ground for several years and offers several cenotaphs.
Major places of interest in the city include Hall of heores, Ajit Pol (the gate built in celebration of Ajit Singh's victory over the Mughals in the early 18th century), Palace of Abhai Singh (beautiful palace that encloses a small museum) and Memorial of Maharaja Ajit Singh.

Nagaur

Nagaur has seen the history changing its many colors through the ages. Due to its strategic location, it has been a center for many battles in the days of yore. Today, it is reputed across the world for its massive cattle fair, which is held annually. Countless tourists from every corner of the world participate to trade various animals including camels, bullocks, oxen and cows.

Nagaur alo offers many places of tourist interest that are sure to leave you spellbound. It include a massive fort with old palaces, water cisterns and other structures, Dargah of Khwaza Hamiduddin Nagauri and Amar Singh Rathore ki Chattri.

Nathdwara

One of the most celebrated holy shrines for the Hindus, Nathdwara is visited every year by countless devotees. The shrine is dedicated to Lord Krishna and that makes it a distinct tourist attraction. Located on the banks of river Banas, it is a place that deserves to be explored in detail.

The Srinathji Temple is famous for the image depicting Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhana hill to overcome Lord Indra. Vaishnavite shrine that dates back to the 17th century is the most famous shrine in India. The temple complex also houses a glorious image of Lord Krishna.


Nawalgarh

More than anything else, the bustling and colorful bazaars of Nawalgarh are the prime attraction of the city. The quite and peaceful environ of this little town are sure to transport you back to the ancient time. It has successfully retained its medieval charm that makes it a place with distinct appeal.

Nawalgarh Fort is the prized attraction of the city that houses several havelis and forts within its premises. The painted havelis or mansions include Anandi Lal Poddar Haveli, Jodhraj Patodia Haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat Haveli and Chokhani Haveli.

Ramgarh

Founded in 1791 by a dissatisfied group of Poddar family, the little town of Ramgarh welcomes you with open arms. It offers some of the most unique and exquisite tourist attractions to explore.

The major tourist attraction that makes Ramgarh a distinct destination includes Poddar Haveli, which is a cluster of magnificent mansions. Other places of interest include Ramgopal Poddar Chattri, Shaniji Temple, Ganga Temple and countless other attractive havelis.