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Rajasthan

 

Rajasthan, India’s desert state, was once a collection of princely kingdoms where feudal traditions still carry on amidst forts and palace hotels.

Bharatpur is famous for its 29 sq km bird sanctuary which has the largest concentration and variety of birdlife in Asia. Throughout the year Bharatpur’s native population of tree and water birds can be seen, the latter breeding in July-August. However, the sanctuary has gained worldwide attention as being the winter home of several migratory species including the endangered Siberian crane. T
The capital city, Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan of rulers whose three hill forts and series of palaces in the city are important attractions. Known as the Pink City because of the colour of the stone used exclusively in the walled city.


Important Facts

Capital: Jaipur
Area: 342.239 km²
Population: 65.466.000 (2008)
Language Hindi, Rajasthani, Bhili, Panjabi, Urdu, Sindhi, English

 

Places to Visit

  • Ajmer
  • Alwar
  • Bikaner
  • Barmer
  • Jaipur
  • Jaisalmer
  • Jodhpur
  • Kota
  • Pushkar
  • Mount Abu
  • Ranthambore