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AsiaIS >India > Rajasthan >Introduction
| RAJASTHAN |
| This is the chosen destination of most tourists to
India. Lying southwest of Delhi, on India’s western boundary with Pakistan, Rajasthan
is the land of romance and chivalry, of legendary Rajput rulers whose tales of valour,
patriotism and love have passed into folklore. If you were to drive through the state you
would be struck by its great physical beauty and contrast - verdant hills and lakes,
shifting sand dunes, camels and nomadic cattle herds. |
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Magnificent forts on distant ridges,
spectacular palaces and stunning ‘havelis’ (mansions of the nobility or rich
businessmen). The grandeur of the palaces, their walls and ceilings ablaze with gorgeous
patterns in coloured stone, glass and mirror inlays, will leave you spell bound. There is
so much to see here that you can spend a whole fortnight touring the state and still want
more! |
F A C
T B O X |
| Area |
3,42,239 sq km |
| Population |
56,473,122 (2001) |
| Capital City |
Jaipur |
| Language |
Hindi and Rajasthani |
Districts |
32 |
Religion |
Hindu, Muslim, Jain |
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