Travelers usually either love or hate India. But if you are dreaming about a trip to the land of Buddhism and Maharajas, you cannot miss the most colorful and picturesque state - Rajasthan. In today's article, we will mark 5 places that you definitely need to see in India.
Pink City - Jaipur
The state capital, filled with attractions, will amaze tourists with the soft pink hue of most stone-built houses. What to see in Jaipur:
- Hawa Mahal, Palace of the Winds (the main symbol of Jaipur)
- Forts Nahargar and Jaigarh
- Amber fortress
- Maharaja's palace
- Jal Mahal Palace
- streets of the Old Town
- Monkey Temple Galta Ji.
Blue City - Jodhpur
The blue hue of most urban areas is especially visible from the surrounding hills, so we definitely recommend this option for exploring Jodhpur. Then you can go to:
- Mahrangarh Fortress (height - 125 meters, excellent observation deck)
- Umaid Bhavan Palace: it is called the most beautiful in India, and in the world it is considered the largest private residence.
Golden City - Jaisalmer
The color of the city is given by the yellow-brown sandstone, from which most of the local houses are built. Not to be missed in Jaisalmer:
- The inhabited fortress is one of the few in the world: you can wander on excursions and really see the real daily routine of the locals
- Camel Safari: Camel ride in the desert. Try to take not just a trip for a couple of hours, but go for a few days, spending the night in the desert: the local starry sky will be remembered for a lifetime.
Bikaner - the city of rat worship
In Bikaner itself there is something to see:
- Ancient temples
- Ancient mansions-haveli, decorated with carvings on wood, stone, frescoes
- City fort.
But the main attraction is located 30 km from Bikaner - the Temple of the Rats, Karni Mata. An amazing place - someone frowns in disgust, someone opens their eyes wide in surprise. It is home to almost 20,000 rats, which are revered as sacred animals: many Hindus come here from all over the country to make a respectful offering to the rodent.
City of Lakes, Weddings and Palaces - Udaipur
Very popular with newlyweds - both Indians and foreigners. Beautiful palaces, streets bubbling with life and speech, cozy cafes (try the rooftop located on the roof, especially on the shores of Lake Pikola): in Udaipur it is definitely worth staying for a couple of days to feel the Indian flavor, so unlike the rest of the world.
