
The breathtakingly beautiful riot of colorsRajasthan (which means “Land of Kings” in Hindi), is India at its exotic and colorful best, where romance meets heroism and royalty. The exotic and vividly colorful Rajasthan is known for majestic forts, stately palaces, lakes, art & craft, sand dunes, camels and people dressed in brightly-colored costumes. Rajasthan is a vibrant state, with exquisite and magnificent cities, which abounds with heritage pieces of yore days lending it a charismatic character. Rajasthan's forts and palaces showcases architectural heritage of the bygone era. Its architectural grandeur and enticing elegance weave a magical spell that lingers on in the hearts and minds of every visitor. Echoing through these stately edifices are the most amazing legends of romance and valor. While the rugged Aravallis low laid mountain range form its backbone, the great Thar Desert that begins to unfold its beauty as one moves westward to Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, is replete with shifting sand dunes and camels adds romance in the air. With the first burst of thunderclouds, the hills turn into pleasant hue of emerald. Rajasthan is the mesmerizing motley of colors highlighting the kaleidoscope images of the princely state which conjures up - from the imposing forts such as sprawling Amber Fort perched atop a hill, and delicate palaces in Jaipur and Jodhpur, the lake city of Udaipur with its magnificent Lake Palace the to the sand dunes of Jaisalmer - dazzling visitors. |