From bright multi-colored clothing to crazy adventurous camel rides, the city of Rajasthan will leave you in awe. Here we have the five best places you must travel to when planning a vacation to the beautiful state of Rajasthan. this article will guide you through the most amazing cities of Rajasthan and every detail you should know while planning a comfortable and budget-friendly yet luxurious trip to the royal land of palaces and forts or in other words the best trip when Travelling in Rajasthan in North India!
JAIPUR
Jaipur, popularly known as the pink city due to the pink stones used to make the walls, is emerged in culture and history. Which is why it is never enough to soak up all the beautiful architecture that the city has to offer. When sightseeing in this old city filled with magnificent palaces and forts, museums, and temples one might lose themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Indian history.
Some places in Jaipur that you should not miss out on would be the Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar (a famous observatory for stars and constellations), The City Palace which lies in the heart of Jaipur, rich with Rajput and Mughal architecture is a must if you love art and history and the Jaigarh and Nahargarh fort to be stunned by the largest cannons and stories of war. These were a few key attractions of the many palaces, forts, and museums that you could explore in Jaipur.
JODHPUR
Similar to the name that Jaipur holds, Jodhpur is popularly known as the blue city for its blue walls and houses. It also has plenty of lakes and spots overlooking the beautiful city if you are looking for a relaxing day of sightseeing. It is one of the most convenient locations to travel to in Rajasthan as it falls right in the middle of the state, making it easier to travel to other locations. One of the key attractions here would be the Mehrangarh fort, one of the largest forts in the country and extremely popular for being featured in Bollywood as well as Hollywood movies is a definite site to keep in your jodhpur checklist. Then we have the Umaid Bhavan which is a beautiful palace one can also stay at, while it might be little on the expensive edge it is a breath-taking attraction.
Besides palaces, forts, and other godly sights, you might want to change your direction towards the famous markets and shopping streets for a whole other wonderful experience. The hundreds of shops and food joints in the city is where the actual beauty lies. Lastly, if we are looking for a rare adventurous experience Jodhpur has the best camel safari and camping experience to offer.
UDAIPUR
Now we already know that Rajasthan has an alternate name for its cities signifying their beauty with their important traits. For Udaipur, we have the “city of lakes”. This would be the perfect place to take your partner for a romantic trip. The city of lakes has a lot of peaceful sights to offer and flourishes in nature. You could visit the beautiful temples and take a boat ride through Lake Pichola or lake Fateh Sagar to see the beautiful sunset. It is also known as the “Venice of the east” and we assure you that the city does all the justice to this title given. It is one of the most romantic destinations in the whole of Rajasthan with all the lakes and it is surrounded by mesmerizing hills. This would be the perfect destination to travel to if you are looking for a romantic getaway with your partner or if you want an experience of a peaceful and beautiful view of nature and architecture.
JAISALMER
Yes, you guessed it! We have a title for this city as well. Jaisalmer is known as the “golden city”, this is mainly because of its rich deserts and the golden dunes that come along with it. Also, because they have large palaces adorned with beautiful stones signifying the golden hue. Looking for a great adventure and trying to cross things off of your bucket list? Well, Jaisalmer would help you do so. The city is famous for its dunes and the desert safari that goes along with it, you could go dune bashing in the Thar desert or quad biking in the sam sand dunes. You could go camping under the stars, go paramotoring or strap on for a crazy camel ride. New experiences in the desert could stun you, exploring the wildlife, local cuisines, Indo-Pak border and markets that sell exquisite handicrafts would be a few other important things you must not miss out on. It is clear that this city certainly brings out the adventurous part of Rajasthan and does justice to the big beautiful deserts for all you adrenaline junkies out there.
BIKANER
Our last city on the list, Bikaner is popularly known as “the red city” due to the color of the stones used on walls and houses of this small city. While it is said to be a relatively smaller city it has a lot to offer. First and foremost, you have to visit the Junagarh fort to admire the beautiful interiors and cultural heritage of magnificent fort. The small old city is in fact beautiful and you could just go out on a walk to explore around places, the old buildings, the streets, Havelis, red sandstones, and the temples. You could visit the Rampuria Haveli, also known as the pride of Bikaner, it is a large haveli with Victorian architecture. You could also visit the Lalgarh palace or have a stay at the same. Bikaner is a place to go to if you are interested in the royal heritage of India, the culture, the history, and the breath-taking architecture.