Introduction

The beautiful desert state of India has become to be identified with all things Indian. Definitely the most colourful region - Rajasthan has historic cities scattered all over the vast Thar Desert. A short air trip from either New Delhi or Mumbai, Rajasthan's major cities are well connected by rail and road as well.

When visiting, there are historical monuments right from smaller palaces to sprawling forts housing multi layered palaces and temples. Each Rajasthani city has a unique character like the Pink City of Jaipur or the regal golden city of Jaisalmer Camel ride is possible only in the desert.

A must for every visitor to India - Rajasthan has a unique cuisine. Local handicrafts include - leatherwear, precious and semiprecious stones, jewellery special tie & dye cotton fabric as well as handblock printed ones. The bazaars of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer have a fascinating array of goods on display.

The architecture has many unique features such as - storage and transportation of water in forts built over 400 years ago at heights and hill tops.

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