Rajasthan - The "Land of Kings" is India's most
colorful and exotic state. Home of the Rajputs - the brave
warrior clans, this land of royalty is known for its vibrant
colors and cities that are will guarded by magnificent forts
and palaces. Much of Rajasthan is barren desert, but the vibrancy
of every day life coupled with legends that abound with heroism
and romance and its exotic atmosphere replete with men sporting
huge pastel colored turban and women with their sparkling
mirrored skirts and funky jewelry worn from head to toe makes
for a truly amazing touristy experience.
Of course, the very mention of Rajasthan evokes images of
the sturdy Rajput warriors who have ruled this part of India
for a full thousand years. Most cities and towns of Rajasthan
are dotted with magnificent forts and palaces of amazing grandeur
that reflects the regal romance of the Rajputs with this desert
land. Most Rajasthan palaces have an intrinsic
element of honor and bravery engraved in them, which is reflected
through the interior designing, wall paintings and frescoes.
Geographically, Rajasthan has two primary geographical divisions
- the hilly and the rugged south-east region and the barren
north-eastern desert which extends all the way to neighboring
Pakistan.
Much of Rajasthan being desert, the people of Rajasthan try
to overcome the monotony of the desolate landscape by wearing
unbelievably stunning colorful costumes. Be it the Queen or
the simple nomadic woman, the splash of bright colors are
amply evident. Men are not too far behind with their colorful
turbans and dazzling ear studs.
The women of Rajasthan are well known for their beauty and
elegance. Legend has it that rulers even fought wars to win
their cherished lovers. Gayatri Devi, the Rajmata of Jaipur
in her heyday was regarded as one of the most beautiful women
in the world.
One of Rajasthan's most significant contributions to the
Indian economy has been its spirit of entrepreneurship. Marwaris
of Rajasthan have carved a niche for themselves as shrewd
businessmen who make millions of rupees by their sense of
entrepreneurship. The quintessential Marwari businessmen can
be found everywhere in India from Kashmir to Kanya Kumari
and from Gujarat to Assam.
Rajasthani people, like the rest of India, have strong spiritual
inclinations and one can find all the major religions in Rajasthan.
Apart from Hinduism, Rajasthan has Jains, Muslims, Sikhs and
Christians. Place of pilgrimage like Pushkar,
Nathdwara, Deshnok etc are must visit pilgrim centers. The
followers of Jainisim have a galaxy of temples which are spread
in places like Mount Abu, Ranakpur, Shree
Mahaveerji, Jaisalmer and Chittorgarh. Muslim
shrines like Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti at Ajmer,
Atarki Dargah and the tomb of Hamiuddin are all much-preferred
pilgrim centers for the Muslims.
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