Rajasthan Cities

Ajmer, an ancient pilgrimage town is situated on the banks of the Ana Sagar Lake. Ajmer was founded by the Rajput chieftain, Raja Ajaipal Chauhan, who also built the first hill fort in India, the Tara Garh. Ajmer is a famous pilgrimage centre for Muslims, due to the Dargah of Khwaja Muin-ud-din Chisti. More ››

Alwar is referred as the gateway to the historic and colorful state of Rajasthan. Alwar is located in the north eastern part of Rajasthan and flanked by the barren hills of the Aravali range. Alwar has its own heritage, which goes back to the mythological legends of the Mahabharata. More ››

Bharatpur, the eastern gateway to Rajasthan is famous for the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, one of the finest bird sanctuary in Asia. Once the hunting ground of the princes, today, Bharatpur is ranked among the world's best bird sanctuaries. More ››

Ajmer, an ancient pilgrimage town is situated on the banks of the Ana Sagar Lake. Ajmer was founded by the Rajput chieftain, Raja Ajaipal Chauhan, who also built the first hill fort in India, the Tara Garh. Ajmer is a famous pilgrimage centre for Muslims, due to the Dargah of Khwaja Muin-ud-din Chisti. More ››

Bundi, a tiny picturesque town is situated in the south eastern part of Rajasthan. It is one of the unexplored cities with a rich historical wealth. Earlier Bundi was part of Kota and was ruled by the Hada Chauhans. Bundi is surrounded by the Aravalli hills on three sides. More ››

Chittorgarh was founded by Bappa Rawal in 8th century, on the top of the Aravallis. Chittorgarh was sacked by Allaudin Khilji in the 14th century, by the sultans of Gujarat in the 16th century, and finally by the Mughal emperor Akbar’s forces. Later it was abandoned by its rulers. More ››

Deogarh is located about 80 miles north-east of Udaipur in the state of Rajasthan. The main tourist attraction in Deogarh is the Deogarh Mahal and the Dashavatar temple. The Deogarh Mahal is situated on a hill top and provides an awesome view of the Aravallis and lakes.  More ››

Dungarpur means the city of hills. Dungarpur is one of the important city of the Vagad region in Rajasthan and dominated by the Bhils. Dungarpur is built around the immense Gaibsagar Lake and surrounded by lolling hills on three sides. This fertile region was created into a state in the 13th century.  More ››

Jaipur, also known as the "Pink City" is the capital of the modern state of Rajasthan. This city was founded by Raja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727 and built according to the specifications laid down in ancient architectural texts. Jaipur is famous for Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, and City Palace. More ››

Jaisalmer is the exotic city and is known for its forts and palaces of breathtaking grandeur and whimsical charm. Jaisalmer is also known as "Golden City". Jaisalmer was founded in 1156 AD by Rao Jaisala, a Bhati Rajput King. Jaisalmer has an ancient history linked with its development as a trading centre.  More ››

Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan and a major tourist attraction in Rajasthan. Jodhpur was founded by the Rajput chief Rao Jodha in 1459 and the 16th century capital of the Rathore Rajputs. Jodhpur is famous for its Mehrangarh Fort, Ummed Bhawan Palace, museum and handicrafts. More ››

One of few perennial rivers in Rajasthan, the Chambal river is flanked by verdure and fertile plains. Along the eastern bank of the Chambal River lies Kota, a modern and industrialized town. The commanding Kota fort overlooks the modern Chambal Valley project with its dams like Kota Barrage, Gandhi Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar and Jawahar Sagar. More ››

Kumbhalgarh is about 90 km in the north west of Udaipur and lies on a hill 1100 m above the sea level. The main attraction of the Kumbhalgarh is the Kumbhalgarh fort. The Kumbhalgarh fort was built in the 15th century by Rana Kumbha and is the highest and most formidable fort of Rajasthan. More ››

Mount Abu is the only summer retreat in Rajasthan which nestles at the height of 3500 feet on the highest peak of the Aravalis. It is the Rajasthan's most popular hill station. At the heart of the town is Nakki Lake that according to legend, was gouged out by a divine finger nail. Mount Abu is famous for Dilwara Jain Temples, Guru Shikhar and Sunset Point. More ››

Osian, an ancient small temple town in the Thar Desert, is located about 65 kms, north west of Jodhpur. Osian contains the largest group of the Hindu and Jain temples in Rajasthan and was an important centre of pilgrimage between the 8th and 9th centuries. The major tourist attraction are the 15 Hindu temples and shrines and Jain temples. More ››

Pushkar, the holy city is located just about 11 km from Ajmer. Along the picturesque Pushkar Lake lies the town of Pushkar with religious significance. Pushkar is one of the important pilgrimage city for Hindus. The main attraction of Pushkar is the Pushkar Lake and the temple of God Brahma.  More ››

Ranakpur is known for its superbly carved Jain Temples. These temples are located about 96 km away from Udaipur. These 15th century group of temples were raised by Jain merchants and known for the carving. One of the five places sacred to Jains, this place of great beauty and spiritual tranquility lies within shady woods, alive with dancing peacocks. More ››

Ranthambore is known for the Ranthambore Fort and the Ranthambore National Park. The well-preserved and imposing Ranthambore fort was built in 994 AD on the top of a steep high creek. Ruined pavilions, walls, chhatris and splendid monuments are interspersed within the majestic fort. More ››

Rohetgarh, an isolated, undiscovered and unspoilt village is located about 40 kms from Jodhpur. Rohetgarh is situated in the region of Marwar, and expresses an enigma of valour, battle and chivalry. Rohetgarh is known for the RohetGarh, a heritage hotel. This hotel has always remained as a family home. More ››

Samode, a small village is situated only about 42 kilometers north west of Jaipur in Rajasthan. Samode offers various tourist attractions like the old water wells, chhatries, 400 year old gates, three forts, temples, gardens and a palace. The major attraction in Samode is the Samode Palace. This palace was originally built 400 years ago as a simple Rajput fort. More ››

Sariska is about 110 km from Jaipur and 35 km from Alwar. Sariska is famous for the Sariska Sanctuary, a tiger reserve. Sariska is densely wooded and also home of deer, langurs and avifauna. More ››

Shekhawati, a region of small town is mainly known for the magnificent havelis or mansions, built by rich merchants of the region. These mansions are richly ornamented with frescos, that ranged from sacred and secular to sublime and ridiculous and display a unique architectural style. More ››

Udaipur, also known as the city of lakes, was founded by Maharana Udai Sigh II in 1568. Udaipur was the capital of the Ranas of Mewar. It is also known as "Venice of East". Udaipur is known for its fairytale palaces that nestle along the banks of a lake, or completely over islands in its midst.   More ››