RAJSTHAN: THE LAND OF KINGS.

RAJSTHAN: THE LAND OF KINGS.

Rajasthan- the land of kingdoms is the largest state of India in terms of area. It boast of the world's 18th largest subtropical desert - the Thar Desert. Located in the northwestern part of the country, with its rich culture and artistic traditions, Rajasthan showcases the essence of India. This place is a symbol of folk culture and is well known for its legendary forts, carved temples and beautifully decorated havelis, which were contributed by Rajput Kings.

STATE: Rajasthan, CAPITAL: Jaipur, FORMATION: November1, 1956., TOTAL AREA: 342239 sq.km, POPULATION: 68548437,LATITUDE: 23⁰3'N to 13⁰12'N, LONGITUDE: 69⁰3'E to 78⁰17'E, DISTRICTS: 33, STATE ANIMAL: Camel & Chinkara, STATE BIRD: Godawan, STATE FLOWER: Rohida, STATE TREE: Khejri, STATE DANCE FORM: Ghoomer.

LANGUAGES: Hindi & Rajasthani

CLIMATE: Summer: 45⁰ to 17⁰C, Winter: 32⁰ to 7⁰C, Monsoon: July to September.

Travel best season: October to March.

Rajasthan's main festivals: Desert festival, Jaisalmer(February), Holi(March), Gangaur fair(April), Teej(July/August), Rkshabandhan(August/September), Dussehra(October), Diwali and Pushkar fair(October/November).

STATE BORDER: Its border with Pakistan to the west, Gujrat to the southwest, Madhya Pradesh to the southest, Uttar Pradesh and Hariyana to the northest and Panjab to the north.

ABOUT STATE: Rajasthan is a major state of the country in terms of Tourism, a large part of it is known as 'Thar Desert'. The cities of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner etc. come under the Thar Desert. Geographically Rajasthan is an arid province. The North-East to North-West of rajasthan is mountainous and the South-East part is due to its historical buildings, forts, clothes and excellent views of nature.

PLACE TO VISIT IN RAJASTHAN

AJMER: Dargah of saint Mainuddin chisti, fort, lake.

BIKANER: Camel farm, Desert Town, Fort, Palace, Temple, Handicrafts.

CHITTAURGARH: Tower of victory, City of valour, Fort, Palaces, Temples, Marbal memorial.

JAIPUR: The Pink city, Ancient observatory, Forts, Palaces, Handicrafts, Museums.

JAISALMER: Desert town, Jain temples, Forts, Palace, Camel's hair handicrafts.

JAISAMAND: Largest artificial lake in Asia, Marbal Palace, Wildlife Sanctuary, Boating, Fishing.

JODHPUR: Forts, Temples, Museum, Handicrafts.

KUMBHALGARH: Ancient citadel, Temples, Forts.

MOUNTABU: Pilgrim Centre, Hill resort, Parks, Garden, Temple, Lake, Boating.

NAGAUR: Largest camel fair, Forts, Temples.

UDAIPUR: Lake and Palaces, Fountains, Museum, Handicrafts.

RANTHAMBHOR: Tiger Reserve, Forts, etc.

NATIONAL PARK & WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

1. Desert National Park(Jaisalmer)

2. Ranthambhor National Park(Sawai Mdhopur)

3. Sariska National Park(Alwar)

4. Keoladev National Park(Bharatpur)

5. Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary(Mount Abu)

6. Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary

7. Sita Mata Sanctuary(Pratapgarh)

8. Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary(Bundi)

9. Machiya Bilogical Garden(Jodhpur)

10. National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary(Kota)

" The Incredible State of India !"