Rajasthan and Gujarat Travel Guide
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Steeped in tales of chivalry and romance, and famous for its striking desert landscape and colorful festivals, Rajasthan is one of India's best-loved regions. From its legendary cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, and Jaisalmer, built by the mighty Rajput warriors, to its indigenous tribal and artisan communities, Rajasthan is a unique combination of royal and tribal India. The variety of its landscape is unparalleled: the region is packed with awe-inspiring forts, sparkling palaces, soothing lakes and gardens, and exquisite temples and shrines. The crafts and folk art produced here are world-renowned. Once called Rajputana ("abode of kings"), this vast land consisted of more than 22 princely states before they were consolidated into modern Rajasthan in 1956. Each state was ruled by a Rajput, an upper-caste Hindu warrior-prince, and the Rajputs were divided into three main clans: the Suryavanshis, descended from the sun, the Chandravanshis, descended from the moon, and the Agnikuls who had been purified by ritual fire. When they were not fighting among themselves for power, wealth, and women, the Rajputs built the hundreds of forts, palaces, gardens, and temples that make this region so enchanting.
Rajasthan and Gujarat Hotels
The most opulent hotels in India—and perhaps in the world—are in Rajasthan. You can literally live like a king in one of several converted palaces...read more
Rajasthan and Gujarat Restaurants
Rajasthan's culinary traditions are heavily influenced by its desert setting. Food tends to be highly spiced, perhaps for preservation. Instead of the rice...read more
Things To Do in Rajasthan and Gujarat
You could easily spend a month in Rajasthan alone...read more
Travel Deals in Rajasthan and Gujarat
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Rajasthan and Gujarat Experiences
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Rajasthan is famous for paintings in the phad and pichwai styles. The phad is a red, green, and yellow scroll depicting the life of a local hero... Read more
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Pretty in Pink: Dusty-pink Jaipur is your gateway to Rajasthan's beautiful palaces, forts, culture, and food.... Read more
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The Pushkar camel fair is in November, the Shekhawati art festival in December, the Jaisalmer desert festival in January, Jaipur's Gangaur festival... Read more
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Living deep inside the Gir National Park and Wildlifie Sanctuary is an unusual group of tribal people (known as "tribals" in India): the traditional... Read more
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If you only have a week, the most exciting and convenient way to see Rajasthan is to board the Palace on Wheels. This train, which runs September... Read more
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The rich sauces and meats of North India are foreign to Gujarat, though many hotel restaurants do have classic Mughlai cuisine on the menu. But... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Reading trip reports from other travelers can be an invaluable resource for planning your next vacation. Read more
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Practical Travel Tips
Passengers were stranded on the runway for close to nine hours aboard an Air India flight at Gatwick Airpo Read more
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Travel Tip of the Day
Remove your shoes before entering a shrine, even if it appears to be in ruins. Read more
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