Rajasthan
is a lovely colorful state situated in the heart of vast Thar Desert,
the only desert in Indian subcontinent. It is a beautiful state of
myriad colors, opulent forts and palaces, rich heritage, rippling sand
dunes, folk dance and music, lip-smacking cuisine, handicrafts and
exotic wildlife. Rajasthan is a land of amazing contrasts. On one side
there are large cities like Jaipur etc, all growing on fast pace towards
a westernized lifestyle and on other side the small villages where you
can still hear the stories of valor and chivalry of its past rulers. The
city is famous for beautiful handicrafts. This multi-facet land offers
accommodation in heritage hotels besides normal accommodation to give
visitors a royal treatment and a glimpse of royal lifestyle of the
bygone era.
The history of Rajasthan dates back to 2700 B.C. as per the
archeological findings of Harappa and Mohenjodaro. The Bhil and the Mina
tribes were the original dwellers of this region. Between 2nd to 4th
century this state was ruled by Sakas and then the regime was passed to
Gupta dynasty between 4th and 6th century. The Huns ruled in 7th century
and between 7th to 12th century the land of colors was ruled by martial
lineage of Rajputs. This land was invaded by Mughals in 1193 when
Mohammed Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan. The mughal emperor Akbar too
ruled Rajasthan. The princely states of Rajasthan had very cordial
relations with Mughals. Under British Raj, the princely states were
renamed as Rajputana and the princely heads had successful alliances
with British government. After India's independence in 1947, these
states combined to form the state of Rajasthan.
Rajasthan by Air - Rajasthan is well connected with rest of the
country through its 4 airports namely Sanganer in Jaipur, Jaisalmer,
Udaipur, and Kota. Number of government and private airlines operates
from these airports.
Rail - Rajasthan has a well established network of Railways
connecting it to the other major places of India. The state also has one
of the most luxurious trains in world, The Palace on Wheels.
Road - The city is well connected with road as well. Number of
private and government buses ply to other important places.
