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Rajasthan Tourism
About Rajasthan
Rajasthan is where all the country's similes and metaphors appear to have
come together. Sand dunes, wooded hills and amazing lakes, palaces and rugged
forts, men and women in colorful turbans and skirts, bustling towns and
quiet villages, camels, elephants and tigers, harsh sunlight and the cool
evening breeze - are all there in abundance.
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History of Rajasthan
The history of Rajasthan goes back 5000 years and boasts a heritage as rich
as its landscape, from the grand palaces and rugged forts to its tranquil
and camel safaris to trekking. Those looking for taste of royal lifestyle
just need to check into one of the several palace hotels or heritage hotels
that will make it possible for them to be treated like royal guests.
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Culture of Rajasthan
Rajasthan- the land of royalty is a glittering jewel set in the golden sands
of a barren deserts landscape. The light that reflects off the golden sands
engulfs a land renowned for its vibrant colors, people in bright clothes
and beautiful jewelry, living in cities dotted and dominated by towering
forts and palace that rise from the sands like mirage.
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Music & Dance
of Rajasthan
Rajasthan is culturally rich and has extensive tradition in art and culture,
which reflects Indian way life. The dance, music and art forms have been
watchfully cultivated and patronised by the erstwhile courts. An equally
rich and varied folk culture from villages is both fascinating & mesmerising.
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Architectural
Heritage of Rajasthan
The mixture and brilliance of Rajasthan's architectural heritage can amaze
a visitor. Majestic forts, intricately carved temples and havelis (meaning
mansion) and even step well make Rajasthan a paradise for an architecture
buff. The desert state of Rajasthan is a land of irony and extremes.
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Tribals of Rajasthan
Rajasthan according to the 2001 census has a population of 56.5 million.
Rajasthan has a large indigenous populace Minas (Minawati) in Alwar, Jaipur,
Bharatpur, and Dholpur areas. The Meo and the Banjara are travelling tradesmen
and artisans. The Gadia Lohar is the Lohar meaning ironsmith who travels
on Gadia meaning bullock carts; they generally make and repair agricultural
and household implements.
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Shopping in Rajasthan
A magical sojourn reverberating with age old culture and traditions, the
state enfolds in its lap a diverse kaleidoscope of breathtakingly beautiful
and fascinating art-de-facts. The range is unparalleled even while it is
sophisticated in its simplicity.
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Gems & Jewellery
of Rajasthan
In Rajasthan, men and women traditionally wore necklaces, armlets, anklets,
earings and rings. With the advent of the Mughal Empire, Rajasthan became
a major centre for production of the finest kind of jewellery. It was a
true blend of the Mughal with the Rajasthani craftsmanship.
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Map of Rajasthan
