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Rajasthan -
The most colourful region in India. An exotic land of
valiance and chivalry. A land endowed with invincible forts,
magnificent palaces and havelis. Unending hilly ranges and waves
of sand dunes serene lakes. The State represents an unusual
diversity in all its forms-people, culture, customs, costumes,
cuisine, dialects and music.
No other region in the country
assembles the many paradoxes of India as does the desert land of
Rajasthan. Unexpected forest glens, lakes and temples appear
like mirages in the deserts. On the crag are seen rugged
forts,
testimony to a turbulent history. Innumerable temples dating
back to the 7th century still survive amidst scattered ruins,
medieval cities exist around turreted marble palaces and
spacious gardens. Rajasthan, a
land of princes, palaces and preening peacocks is renowned for
its monuments, art and culture that go back to several
centuries. Admire a range of miniature paintings and frescoes of
exquisite refinement. There is romance in Rajasthan’s forts and
palaces and arts of gallantry retold in ballads and legends.
Then there are sanctuaries sheltering rich and varied species of
flora and fauna. And the shimmering Thar desert belt charms with
a rare and amazing sight.
Rajasthanis are a handsome people with colourful costumes. They
express themselves in colour and sound not easily seen or heard
anywhere else in the country. |