It is an Indian state bordering Pakistan. Its palaces and forts are reminders of the many kingdoms that historically vied for the region. In its capital, Jaipur-"Pink City", are the 18th-century City Palace and Hawa Mahal. Here we present to you top 10 places to visit in Rajasthan.
1) Hawa Mahal
It was essentially a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while unseen from the outside. Constructed of red and pink sandstone, the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, and extends to the zenana, or women's chambers.
2) Amer Fort, Amer
It is known for its artistic Hindu style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake. The palace was the residence of the Rajput Maharajas and their families.
3) Ranthambore National Park
It is one of the largest national parks in northern India. It is bounded to the north by the Banas River and to the south by the Chambal River. It is named after the historic Ranthambhore fortress, which lies within the park.
4) City Palace, Udaipur
It was built over a period of nearly 400 years, with contributions from several rulers of the Mewar dynasty. The palace is located on the east bank of Lake Pichola and has several palaces built within its complex.
5) Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments, built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, and completed in 1734 CE. It features the world's largest stone sundial, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
6) Ghats at Pushkar lake
It is located in the town of Pushkar. The Hindu scriptures describe it as "Tirtha-Raj" – the king of pilgrimage sites and relate it to the mythology of the creator-god Brahma, whose most prominent temple stands in Pushkar.
7) Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer
It is one of the largest fully preserved fortified cities in the world. It was built in 1156 AD by the Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal, from whom it derives its name.The fort stands amidst the sandy expanse of the great Thar Desert, on Trikuta Hill.
8) Jal Mahal,Jaipur
It is located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake and is considered as an architectural beauty built in the Rajput and Mughal style. The palace, built in red sandstone, is a five storied building out of which four floors remain under water when the lake is full and the top floor is exposed.
9) Lake Pichola, Udaipur
It is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362 AD. There are four islands on this lake; Jag Niwas, Jag Mandir, Mohan Mandir and Arsi Vilas. Octopussy, a 1983 James Bond film, was filmed in the precincts of the Lake Palace.
10) Chittor Fort
It is one of the largest forts in India. This fort used to be the capital of Mewar and is today situated in the Chittorgarh town. The fort precinct has several historical palaces, gates, temples and two prominent commemoration towers. These monumental ruins have inspired the imagination of tourists and writers for centuries.
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