Top 5 Best Tourist Places To Visit In Rajasthan

1. Jaisalmer

In the heart of Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is known as the Golden City for its beautiful sun-soaked sand dunes, exuberant forts, and rich culture and traditions. Known for its forts, palaces and temples, the city is has got its name from Maharaja Jaisal Singh. Interestingly, an aerial view of the city is like an image of a prince sitting on the ridge of sand dunes, crowned by the Jaisalmer fort.

Looking at attractions, Jaisalmer has got some of the most important places to visit in Rajasthan including a couple of museums and heritage temples. The city also hosts the annual Desert Festival in January-February and attracts travelers from across the globe to witness the magic of Rajasthani art forms.

Best time to visit: September to November and late January to April
Major attractions in Jaisalmer: Jaisalmer Fort, Sam sand dunes, Gadisagar Lake, Tanot Mata Temple
Things to do in Jaisalmer: Attend the Desert festival of Jaisalmer in January – February, take a camel safari to the Sam sand dunes, visit Longewala border.

2. Jaipur

the pink city and the capital of Rajasthan is largest in the state. Founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727, Jaipur is one of the most popular places to see in Rajasthan and even in India, for that matter. Long list of historic and heritage monuments, swift connectivity from major cities and an amazing city plan where all the streets of the city run from east to west – Jaipur is a marvel to be at.

Best time to visit: All through the year, avoid summers for the days are extremely hot.
Major attractions in Jaipur: City Palace, Amber Fort and Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Birla Mandir.
Things to do in Jaipur: Go for a desert safari, shop for Rajasthani crafts, textiles, and gems.

3. Jodhpur

Well, Jodhpur is just an extension of the royalty that you get to see at Jaisalmer and Jaipur. The royal city was the centre of power of the then Mewar state, and has got several forts, palaces, and temples to enchant travelers from different corners of the world. Famous as the Sun City because of its sunny weather, Jodhpur is also known as Blue City for the blue houses near the Mehrangarh fort. The blue houses have played muse to the acclaimed photographer Steve McCurry. Click here to see his mind-blowing shots of Jodhpur city.

Best time to visit: All through the year
Major attractions in Jodhpur: Mehrangarh Fort, the Umaid Bhavan Palace, the Mandore Gardens, the Jaswant Thada, the Kalyana Lake and Garden, the Ghanta Ghar, Sardar Samand Lake and Masuria Hills
Things to do in Jodhpur: Visit the palaces; Mehrangarh fort can’t be missed.

4. Sawai Madhopur

Founded by Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh in 1763, Sawai Madhopur district is among the best tourist places in Rajasthan. It is home to Ranthambhore National Park, which is best known for inhabiting tigers. The Ranthambhore Palace is another tourist attraction here, and has been declared a UNESCO heritage as it imbibes a vast cultural history of the several clans, kings and architectures.

Best time to visit: November to February for it is easy to spot tigers at the national park
Major attractions in Sawai Madhopur: The tigers at Ranthambhore National Park, 10th century Ranthambore palace
Things to do in Sawai Madhopur: Go for jungle safari, photography, birdwatching.

5. Pushkar

This is a riot of colors in true sense. This holy city has been known all over the world for its annual Camel Fair. One of the most ancient cities of India, Pushkar houses the rare Brahma Temple. Besides, the Pushkar Lake is a popular Hindu pilgrimage and has got several ghats that host magnificent evening aarti. If you are a photography enthusiast, you can not miss visiting Pushkar for there are endless emotions of rural India in it most original form.

Best time to visit: October-November for the world famous Pushkar Camel Fair
Major attractions in Pushkar: The world famous camel fair, the serene Pushkar lake, and Meerabai Temple
Things to do in Pushkar: Boating in the lake, photography at the fair.





Related Articles:

Top 10 Best Tourist Places To Visit In Mumbai
Top 10 Tourist Attractions In India 2017