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.
Whether you are visiting Rajasthan's big cities with a fast-moving westernised
lifestyle, or exploring historic towns or quaint villages, you will always find
the people warm and friendly. And if you want to move away from the regular
tourist beat, it is very easy to organise your own tour.
Accommodation could be a palace hotel, a smaller heritage hotel in the country,
a guesthouse, a tent or a village hut- the choice is yours. But whatever you
choose, you holiday in Rajasthan will be an unforgettable experience and we
hope this publication will help you make the most of your time here. Rajasthan
has a superb range of shops, catering to every taste and pocket.
It is among the richest states in the country as far as handicrafts are concerned.
The craftsmen here have been creating the most opulent and richest of treasure.
Stone, clay, leather, wood ivory, lac, glass, brass, silver, gold and textiles
are given the most brilliant forms.
Each little village had its own mohulla of craftsmen who were patronised by
the local people as well as visitors to the village. Today, the Government encourages
the local handicrafts as well as the small-scale industries and retail outlets
have been set up in the major cities. Tourists can choose from the large variety
on display, and at very reasonable prices.
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.
But they form only part of an intricate tapestry. Beneath the surface, expect
to find many contradictions. Where ever you travel, particularly when you escape
from the popular tourist destinations you will come across the unexpected, whether
it is a local fair or breathtaking view.
The mood and the rhythm of the country side changes from one region to another,
and from season to season. It is a land of surprises; it is a land of amazing
natural beauty that can fascinate even the most seasoned traveller.
