| |
Area: 342,239 sq km
Population: 49.7 million
Capital: Jaipur
Climate
Summer
(March to June) - Warm
Monsoon
(July to August) - Warm
Winter
(November to February)-
Cool and Pleasant
Clothing
Summer - Cottons
Winter - Light Woollens
Languages spoken
Hindi, Rajasthani
Best Time to visit
Mid-October to mid-March |
|
|
| |
Rajasthan, literally "Land of the Kings", was once a clutch
of princely kingdoms. The Rajputs, who ruled here for over a thousand
years, were legendary for their chivalry. Today, this desert state's
battle-scarred forts, historic cities, palace hotels, feudal traditions
and riotous colours represent India at her exotic best.
Situated on the western side of the country, the state is diagonally
divided into the hilly and rugged south-eastern region and the barren
north-western Thar Desert, which extends across the border into Pakistan.
Rajasthan is one of India's prime tourist destinations. Nobody leaves
here without priceless memories and a bundle of souvenirs. |
