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Rajasthan is a riot of colours. From the pink hues of Jaipur to the inky blues of Jodhpur, your first view of kaleidoscopic Rajasthan will be a sensory overload. Known as the Land of Kings because of its Maharaja-filled royal history, the state is crammed with huge medieval forts, shimmering palaces and opulent mansions. It’s history heaven.

However, Rajasthan is more than just its past. Tigers roam its national parks, camel herders still live a nomadic life in its deserts (with the occasional smartphone thrown in) and skilled artisans make handicrafts and textiles that inspire designers around the world. So come and immerse yourself in the colour-soaked India of your dreams.

Rajasthan travel guides

Saving Pushkar's historic camels
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Saving Pushkar's historic camels

Mariellen Ward
Mariellen Ward

Pushkar is a small and peaceful town, one of the most sacred in India. It’s the site of one of the only temples devoted to Brahma.

Loved to death
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Loved to death

Karam Filfilan
Karam Filfilan

The Taj Mahal is one of the wonders of the world. The mausoleum, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century to house the tomb of his wife Mumtaz Mahal is seen as a symbol of love, while its 42-acre complex is admired as an exemplar of Mughal architecture and Indian history.

The arts and crafts of Rajasthan
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The arts and crafts of Rajasthan

Rachel Bracken-Singh
Rachel Bracken-Singh

Rajasthan is among the richest states in India when it comes to the quality of its textiles, artwork and clothing. But how do you ensure you’re buying authentic craftworks from responsible sources — and where can you visit local artisans?

Visiting The Historical Palaces & Forts Of Rajasthan
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Visiting The Historical Palaces & Forts Of Rajasthan

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Lakshmi Sharath

Rajasthan is India’s royal state. Dubbed the ‘Land of Kings’, its rich history can be traced back to the Indus Valley Civilisations of 2000 BCE, with excavations in Bundi showing prehistoric settlements.

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Rajasthan's best national parks

Rajasthan’s rugged, dry terrain is dominated by desert. However, pockets of jungle and fauna exist in its national parks, two of which are home to the seldom spotted tiger.

How To See India's Golden Triangle
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How To See India's Golden Triangle

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Lakshmi Sharath

First, a fairly major caveat: only Jaipur is actually located within Rajasthan. Delhi and Agra (home to the iconic Taj Mahal), the other two corners of India's famous Golden Triangle, are outside the state's eastern border.

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What to eat in Rajasthan

Rajasthani cuisine is well-known across India for its richness and abundance of spice. Its desert location plays a huge part in its food scene, with cured, pickled and dried foods all popular.

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Rajasthan travel FAQs

All you need to know to begin planning your trip to Rajasthan. What currency does India have? How easy is it to exchange money?The currency of India is the Indian Rupee (INR).

The Best Time To Visit Rajasthan
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The Best Time To Visit Rajasthan

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Lakshmi Sharath

The best time to visit Rajasthan is the cooler, drier period between October/November and February/March. This period avoids the peak summer months of April-June when temperatures soar and things become uncomfortably hot, and also the monsoon season of July-September, which can bring significant disruption.

Rajasthan tours

Classic Golden Triangle
India

Classic Golden Triangle

Explore the culture and history of northern India
8 days From $1,950 pp
India's Golden Triangle & tigers
India

India's Golden Triangle & tigers

Taj Mahal and Rajasthan tiger safari
13 days From $4,125 pp
Classic northern India
India

Classic northern India

The Golden Triangle and Rajasthan by train, plane and automobile
21 days From $5,250 pp
Golden Triangle and Goa
India

Golden Triangle and Goa

A journey through India's cultural triangle and Goan beaches
13 days From $4,500 pp
Golden Triangle and Rajasthan extended
India

Golden Triangle and Rajasthan extended

A journey into the heart of Rajasthan
15 days From $4,750 pp
Beach, islands and tigers
India

Beach, islands and tigers

Desert island beaches and Royal Bengal tigers
11 days From $3,625 pp

Rajasthan travel companies

South Asia, Southeast Asia

Yonder Travel

Tailor-made journeys to Asia
India

Active India

Tailor-made luxury, cultural and active tours of India
South Asia

Bespoke India Travel

Making India incredible!
South Asia, Southeast Asia

Red Lantern Journeys

Culture, culinary, and adventure tours in Asia
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Seven Wonder Tour & Travels

Tailor-made tours to India
India

Reality Tours and Travel

See the real India
South Asia

Indus Bound

Bespoke & authentic travel to the sub-continent
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India for Beginners

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