Rajasthan has
long represented the exoticism
of India to the western world.
But it also qualifies as one of
the most romantic
destinations
in India. With the stunning
Thar Desert as its backdrop, it
is a land of fascinating history
and unbridled colours. Just as
you step into a bazaar, you’re
caught in an endless swirl of
sights and smells…something
so typically Indian. The seat
of Indian royalty, it is also
renowned for its legendary hospitality
and warmth.
Imagine staying at a heritage
fort or palace, basking in luxury
with a personal butler in tow
or sipping on a cocktail while
viewing a spectacular sunset over
the desert. Not to mention a boat
ride on the crystal clear waters
of the Pichola in Udaipur or being
a royal guest at the Darbar of
a Maharajah. For a dash of adventure
there’s desert camping or
trailing the tiger at the Ranthambhore
National Park. If history, culture
and luxury appeals to you, then
Rajasthan can
be a heady experience.
Best Season
to Visit:
The Indian winter months from
November to March are traditionally
considered to be the best months
to visit Rajasthan
with clear blue skies, a warm
sun during the day and cold desert
nights. The hotel rates are also
the highest at this time. Summer
months of April, May and June
are hot with day temperatures
rising to 45deg C. The monsoons
(from July to September) are sparse
as you move closer to the Thar
Desert and as you move away from
the desert you get monsoonal showers
which bring the day temperatures
down. It's a good time to travel
in Rajasthan
if you want to avail of off-season
rates and stay in some of the
grand Havelis and Palaces that
may seem overtly priced during
the winter months.
The main towns of Jaipur, Udaipur,
Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner
see large crowds of tourists but
off-beat places like Samode, Mandawa,
Luni, Manvaar, Khimsar and Rohet
also offer unique experiences.