✨ Introduction: Rajasthan – The Kingdom of Kings
Rajasthan is a mysterious land spread across the northwest of India. Palaces standing tall amidst the sand dunes, royal forts and deserts shimmering in the light of golden sunsets – this state is like a living fairy tale.
Be it the pink city of Jaipur or the lake city of Udaipur, every city has a touch of history, stories of bravery and royal hospitality. Here, dawn breaks with the music of the desert and evening is filled with stories of Rajput blood.
Rajasthan is not just a place to visit – it is an experience that leaves a mark on the mind.
🏰 Discover the Magic of Rajasthan with Royal Rajasthan Tours
1. How to get to Jaipur
✈️ By Air
Jaipur International Airport (JAI), located in Sanganer, is just ~13 km from the city centre . After arriving by plane, you can take Uber or taxi from the airport to reach the place. Uber + Metro route is very economical at the railway station
🚆 Railways
Jaipur Junction is the main railway station, with extensive rail connectivity from many cities across India.
🚌 by Road
Buses and cars ply via National Highways NH8, NH11, NH12.
AC Volvo and Deluxe bus services are available.
🏰 Important places to visit in Jaipur
- City Palace
A sprawling royal palace complex located in the heart of Jaipur’s old city.It houses the Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal and the palace’s invitations, Diwan‑e‑Aam, Diwan‑e‑Khas—all reflecting the royal life of the king - Jantar Mantar
UNESCO World Heritage Site; astronomical observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1728–1734.The world’s largest stone sundial, the Samrat Yantra, is located here. - Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) Built in 1799, the colorful honeycomb-shaped facade has 953 small windows (jarodkhas). Ancient royal femininity lived in public; here, the airy summer air was a welcome relief
- Amber Fort (Amer Fort) A imposing fort and palace located in the hilly terrain, about 11 km north of Jaipur city. The view of the king’s oath, Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), the floating palace on the lake is spectacular
- The Nahargarh Fort
Situated on the Aravalli hill, it offers a magnificent view of the city. Along with Amber Fort and Jaigarh Fort, forming the fort-ring, was one of the parts of security. - Jaigarh Fort
Called the Victory Fort; famous for its huge guns called the Jaivana Cannon, connected to the Amber Fort by a secret passageway. - Jal Mahal
The water palace in the middle of Man Sagar Lake that looks like love; a beautiful place for photography
2. Bengaluru to Udaipur
✈️The air route
Direct flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Dabok Airport (UDR).
Climbing time: about 4 hours 50 minutes to 5 hours; fare ₹6,617-11, 722 (around $66 on the Earth-side)
🚆Railway
The cheapest option, takes about 38-39 hours.
UDZ Humsafar Express and Ajmer Express are direct buses, the fare is ₹850-26,000 (according to class).
🚌by road or bus
The journey by bus with transfer takes about 34-35 hours.
The fare is ₹1,900-7, 000 (depending on the operator).
🏰Must-see attractions in Udaipur The main attractions:
City Palace: The largest royal palace complex located next to Lake Pichola, Rajputana offers scenic views with architecture and museums.
1) Lake Pichola:
River in the heart of the city; night boat ride, great opportunity to see Jag Mandir and Lake Palace
2) Lake Palace (Jag Niwas)
is the island palace of the majestic White Marmor – every time travelers from all over the world praise it as the Venice of the East.
3) Bagore Ki Haveli:
The old royal palace that hosts folk dances and puppet shows in the evenings
4) Jagdish Temple:
A large ornate Hindu temple built in 1651, with a steeple about 79 feet high
5) Saheliyon-ki-Bari:
A beautiful place with windows and gardens, water sources and flower decorations built for the royal female class
6) Fateh Sagar Lake:
Green park in and around the habitable area; suitable for boat trips
7) Moti Magri (Pratap Memorial),
The monument of Maharana Pratap, the view of the city from the hill is magnificent
8) The Monsoon Palace (Sajjan Garh Palace)
Is located on the hill above Fateh Sagar Lake, a popular spot to watch the sunset.
3. How to get to Jaisalmer
✈️air route
Jaisalmer does not have its own commercial airport.
You can use Jodhpur Airport (~ 280 km away), reach there by pre-paid taxi or bus to Jaisalmer (~ 5-6 hours)
🚆Jaisalmer Railway Station (JSM) runs direct trains from various cities of India such as Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur. It can take up to 12-16 hours.
🚌by route
Jaisalmer can be reached by self-drive or cab via NH-62, Jaipur and Jodhpur (~ 800 km, 12-14 hours)
🏰Places to visit in Jaisalmer
- Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Quila)
Built in 1156 by the Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal, it is known as the Golden Fort. Humanity is still alive. UNESCO World Heritage Site - The Jain Temples
Inside the fort, there are seven Jain temples dating back to the 12th-15th century, built in carved stone as artistic examples - Patwon ki Haveli and Nathmal-ji ki Haveli
Ancient rich merchants’ havelis built with a lot of fine carvings and Arish art; Nathmal in particular is a strange double architectural pattern. - Gadisar Lake
Artificial lake outside the city, which is a relaxing environment after exhaustion. Guided light-and-sound shows also take place in the evening. - Thar Heritage Museum and Jaisalmer Folklore Museum
Museum with walkthrough collections of King’s heritage, Sand Dunes, history and local life - Desert National Park and Sand Dunes
Camel Safari at Sam’s Sand Dunes and Khuri Dunes, some of the boldest Enduring Sahara experiences, cool nighttime memoirs, and love made camping are visible - Kuldhara Abandoned Village and Akal Wood Fossil Park
Abandoned village of mysterious Kuldhara village; and natural fossil ancient discovered in Akal Wood Fossil Park (~ 180 million years old tree wood).
4. How to get to Mount Abu
✈️About 3 hours drive from Udaipur Airport.
🚆Railway: Mount Abu can be reached by bus or taxi from the nearby Abu Road railway station (~ 30 km away)
🚌By Road: Jodhpur can be reached in ~ 4 hours (~ 268 km) from Udaipur or Ranakpur in ~ 3 hours
🏰Unique and spectacular attractions
- Dilwara Jain Temples
The white marble with intricate carvings is of special beauty – especially the temples of Vimal Vasahi and Luna Vasahi. Construction of the 11-16 th century. Very important for Jain religious pilgrimage and architecture lovers. - Nucky Lake and Toad Rock
The natural lake where there is a chance to take a boat ride and watch the sunset in the evening; the view of the rock is also different because it is shaped like a fish. The statue of Mahatma Gandhi is installed here. There is also a light and sound show in the evening. - Guru Shikar.
The highest peak of the Aravalli range (1,722 m) with the Dattatreya Temple and the InfraRed Observatory of PRL – a place for scientific research with triple-telescopes. - Achalgarh Fort and Achleshwar Mahadev Temple
Built in 1452 by Maharana Kumbha; known to be of historical importance as the protector of the then kingdom. The nearby temples are also worth seeing. - The Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
About 290 km2 of forest, where sloth bear, pangolin, hyena, etc. will meet in the natural environment – an attractive place for environmentalists. - Peace Park and Brahma Kumaris Museum
A peaceful environment with parks, flower gardens and cactus gardens for peace and meditation. Visitors can experience the philosophical and spiritual side in the ashram and museum of Brahma Kumaris
5. How to reach? ( Pushkar )
🚆Railway: Pushkar has its own railway station but the main connection is from Ajmer Junction (~ 10 km away). You can get here by taxi or bus.
🚗Road route: About 140 km (~ 3 hours) from Jaipur, ~ 5-6 hours drive from Udaipur (holidayify.com). According to some experiences on Reddit, the safest and best way is to go to Ajmer. It would be better to avoid the shortcut routes of Google Maps as much as possible.
🚌Bus: Public and private buses are available from Ajmer and Jaipur to Pushkar. The night bus journey from Udaipur is ~ 5.5 hours, the fare starts from ₹700.
🏰Places to visit in Pushkar
Main places of interest
Pushkar Lake: The holy Pushkar Sarovar is surrounded by 52 ghats and about 500 temples, where holy bathing and worship are performed. It is known as Tirta-Raj.
1) Brahma Temple is the only Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Brahma. Built in the 14th century, the temple has a distinctive red spire and four-pillar facade.
2) Savitri Mata Mandir: About 970 steps or ropeways can be used to reach this temple located on the Ratnagiri hill. The view of Pushkar and Sarovar from the top is amazing.
3) Rangji Temple: A typical South Indian-Rajput style of mixed architecture.
4) Varaha Temple, Atmateshwar and Apteshwar Temples: The ancient temples dedicated to different deities, all of which are of considerable architectural and mythological importance.
6. How to travel? ( Ranthambore )
✈️The air route
The nearest major airport is Jaipur International Airport (JAI) which is ~ 180 km (~ 3-4 hours) by road.
🚆Railway (the best)
Sawai Madhopur Railway Station is the nearest station, just 10-15 km from the park. It is well connected to major cities of India including Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur.Taxi, auto or hotel-guest pick-up is easily available from the station.
🚗Road route
Ranthambore can be reached from several cities:
Jaipur ~ 180 km (~ 3-4 hours)
Delhi ~ 380 km (~ 6-8 hours)
Agra ~ 240 km (~ 4-5 hours)
Udaipur ~ 388 km (~ 6 hours)
Ranthambore national park online
Ranthambore Wildlife Safari
🏰The main attraction
1) Tiger Safari: The park is a popular ‘Tiger Reserve’ in India and there is a very good chance of seeing tigers. However, visibility is not certain; it depends on luck and time.
2) Jungle ride: From leopard, sloth bear, langur, sambar deer, jackal to 300 + species of birds and large trees, such as a huge Banyan tree
3) The Ranthambore Fort
Located in the middle of the park, is the historic fort built in the 5th century. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and provides historical tours with views of the park.
Information related to Safari.
Booking: Pre-booking is required by using the SSO ID on the official website of the Government of Rajasthan. But users have complained about the website’s complexity; many book through hotels or local agents.
Gypsy vs canter:
Why to choose Gypsy: The smaller the car, the more likely it is to see a tiger due to less noise.
Canter: The large van travels in a clear path, in a low environment, so it is less likely to see a tiger; the animal may be affluent due to overcrowding and noise.
Safari Duration: One ride lasts about 45 – 50 minutes, usually with two sessions in the morning and afternoon
🍛 Popular Rajasthani dishes
🥘 1. Dal-Baati-Churma (Dal Baati Churma)
A thick broth made from lentils, chickpeas and other pulses.
Badi: A small round ball like bread made from wheat flour, which is baked with ghee and eaten.
Churma: A sweet dish made from broken wheat bread and made with ghee and sugar/jaggery.
📌 It is considered the national dish of Rajasthan.
🌾 2. What vegetables are in the gat (Gatte ki Sabzi)
A curry made with boiled gram flour (gata) and yogurt and spices.
It is usually eaten with roti or bajra roti.
🍢 3. Kechari or Ker Sangri
A combination of dried fruits and vegetables found in the desert.
Cooked with lots of oil and spices so that it stays good for a long time.
🍖 4. Red Month (Laal Maas)
A very spicy mutton curry made with dried chillies and yogurt.
It was popular among Rajput warriors.
🥘 5. Safe Tomato Vegetables (Sev Tamatar Sabzi)
A spicy and sour curry of sev and tomatoes made with peas or gram flour.
🍚 6. Rajasthani Kadhi
A sour broth made from yogurt and gram flour, which is much darker and spicier than other North Indian curries.
🍬 7. Rajasthani Sweets
Ghewar: A special honeycomb-shaped dessert made with honey or malai.Malpua, Feni, Maharas, Chena Mishti – these have special importance in festivals and weddings in Rajasthan.
🍽️ Eating habits and characteristics
The food uses a lot of ghee, dried chilies, and dried spices.
Preservative and waterless cooking is popular for deserts.
Bread is made with millet, maize, and chola flour, as these grains are grown with less water.
🏵️ Where can you eat (in Jaipur)?
Chokhi Dhani: Serves traditional thali with an experience of rural Rajasthani culture.
Laxmi Misthan Bhandar (LMB): Famous for ghewar and sweets.
Rawat Mishthan Bhandar: Famous for onion kachori and mawa.
🚆 How to get there
Railway: Trains from Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai can be taken to Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur.
Air: International and domestic flights are available to Jaipur, Udaipur and Jodhpur.
Road: Good road network, buses and cabs are easily available.
🗓 Best time to travel
October to March – The weather is cool, suitable for desert travel
The Pushkar Fair in November and the Jaipur Literature Festival in January are famous
🧳 Travel Tips
Keep light and warm clothes in winter
The sun is high in the desert, so keep sunscreen and glasses
Try local dishes, such as Dal-Badi Churma, Ghevar, Kachori
History can be better understood if you take a guide while visiting the forts and palaces
🔚 Conclusion
Rajasthan is an ideal destination for those who want to taste the true Indian tradition and culture. The stories of Rajput valor, the pride of the royal palaces, and the smiling faces of the local people – all this makes this state touch the heart.
By visiting Rajasthan, you will not only see new places, but also gain an experience to remember forever.