8 Phenomenal Places To That You Must Visit In Rajasthan At least Once In Your Life

This one is for all the travel junkies in the house!. Here’s a list of phenomenal places that you can add to your travel bucket list and tick off one by one! So, here’s a handpicked list of places to visit in Rajasthan - the land of kings! Each city of Rajasthan has a distinctive style of architecture and arts making them a must-visit destination if you haven’t already. Read on!

1. Jaipur

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Also known as The Pink City, Jaipur is a bustling city teeming with stunning Havelis, forts and many other interesting attractions that teleport you to the royal era. Hawa Mahal, Jal Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Birla Palace, Amber Fort and Nahargarh Fort are a few of the architectural masterpieces that never fail to surprise us with their grandeur. Also, while here don’t forget to relish in local Rajasthani treats - they’re yum!

2. Udaipur

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If you’re somebody who loves sitting by a lake to witness the sun as it goes down, then you should definitely visit Udaipur at least once in your life. Known for its scenic lakes and forts, Udaipur is a quaint and serene city that will make the nomad in you happy. The famous Lake Palace which is located in the middle of Lake Pichola is one of the most beautiful sights of Udaipur along with Jaisamand Lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Rangsagar, and Doodh Talai Lake. So, when are you visiting?

3. Jaisalmer

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Jaisalmer is a stunning city nestled right on the fringes of The Thar Desert. It is also known as The Golden City as it houses the beautiful Jaisalmer Fort, popularly known as The Sonar Qila. While here, along with sightseeing, you can relish in nummy local delights, shop in the ever-bustling local markets and indulge in an array of fun activities like desert safaris, boating, hot air ballooning and much more. Pretty interesting right?

4. Jodhpur

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Jodhpur, also known as The Blue City has gotten its name because of the many blue homes in the city that makes the entire city look blue when viewed from above. This beautiful city houses stunning palaces and forts that are every bit magnificent. Also, the 15th-century Mehrangarh fort here is the largest fort in the entire Rajasthan and has an intricate and detailed architecture that you should defo check out!

5. Pushkar

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Lying in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan, Pushkar is a holy city that is teeming with beautiful temples. The Brahma temple here is a popular tourist attraction especially because of the grand aartis that happen here several times a day. Along with the Brahma temple, the other popular temples that you should definitely check out are Savitri temple, Apteshwar Temple, Varaha Temple and Rangji Temple. Head over here to experience spirituality, serenity and endless picturesque spots that must capture on your camera.

6. Chittorgarh

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Now, who doesn’t know of Chittorgarh and its grandeur after the Padmaavat movie? The city of Chittorgarh is tucked on the banks of the Berach river and is a popular tourist destination because of the Chittorgarh fort. It is the largest fort in India and testifies to Rajputani heroism and sacrifice. Along with it, other popular must-visit spots are Rana Kumbha Palace, Fateh Prakash Palace, Meera Temple, Rani Padmini Palace and Kirthi Stambh. So, head over with your squad and don’t forget to keep your cameras handy.

7. Mount Abu

Mount Abu is the only hill station in the entire Rajasthan. No wonder, it is truly a beauty! Tucked in the Aravalli mountain range and Sirohi district, this one has an abundance of attractive spots to visit including Dilwara Jain Temple, Nakki Lake, Mount Abu wild Sanctuary, Sunset Point, Achalgarrh fort and many more. So, head over here and explore this beautiful hill station with your besties ‘cause ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’!

8. Ranthambore National Park

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If you’re a nature and wildlife enthusiast, then you should defo not miss Ranthambore National Park. This National Park boasts wildlife that includes leopards, hyenas, sloth bears and many other exotic and almost extinct animals. While here, you can experience wildlife safari and can see animals from up close. Sounds pretty cool, right? So, head over here with your BFFs and have an awesome vacay. Oh, don’t forget to visit the Ranthambhore Fort, which dates back to the 10th century and is an unmissable historical sight.

So, which of these places will you tick off first from your bucket list?