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Blogs and Articles on RajasthanAn Introduction Of Jodhpur City
Jodhpur is the second biggest city of Rajasthan. Jodhpur, the capital of the Marwar
state, was founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha.The district Jodhpur is spread lengthwise
197 km north-south and breadthwise for 208 km east-west. ....More
Rajasthan Jaipur And Tigers
Travel to Rajasthan had never really been something I'd thought about when considering
trips in India. Places like Goa, Taj Mahal and the various temple have been what
came to mind. During my trip in 2001 I was quite attracted to the southern temple
architecture. However this time we were starting from New Delhi and my partner had
a wish to see Tigers. ....More
Walks In India: Khuri Village, Rajasthan
Khuri Village is approximately 40kms from Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The village is surrounded
by sand-dunes, and has a few basic home-stays. Begin the walk from Khuri village.
Walk along the small mud-houses, seeing life in the village. Along the untarred
road, you can see men squatting in front of the house chattering, children playing,
a few camel being tended by their owners and cows lazing, while the women work in
the house. Talk to the villagers - they are friendly and open - and get to know
more about their lives. ....More
Jaisalmer - The City Of Palaces In The Heart Of Thar Desert
Jaisalmer looks like a golden mirage rising from the heart of the Thar desert.the
fort has been carved out of yellow sandstone. The city has a mythological significance.
According to which, Lord Krishna the head of the Yadav Clan, forcasted Arjuna that
a remote descendent of the Yadav Clan would built his kingdom at the top of the
Trikuta Hill. His prophecy was fulfilled in 1156 A.D. ....More
Lions And Tigers And Bears - Oh My!
These famous lines from the Wizard of Oz have been mocked by many who like to point
out that lions are native to Africa, whereas tigers are found in Asia - not too
fast nature lovers. India is the only country left in the world where both tigers
and lions roam the wilds (not to mention bears as the title of the post points out.) ....More
My Last Few Days In Jaipur
My last few days in Jaipur I saw some amazing forts and palaces, Including the Amber
Fort, Jaighar, and the City Palace, home to the Maharaja of Jaipur. The ancient
walls and forts are the highlight of Jaipur....the city is loud and chaotic and
extremely touristy (even though I was one of the only ones). Prices are inflated
and the city has lost much of its alleged charm. ....More
Colorful Villages Of Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the geographically largest state in northwestern India. It borders
Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the southwest, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast,
Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north. ....More
Rajput Rule Of India
Rajputs (Rajaputra) are a sub-group of hindu Kshatriya varna. They have a hindu
Jati (an endogamous group within the Hindu social system). Rajputs are literally
sons-of-kings. They are divided into 36 major clans, names of which are recorded
in several texts including the Kumarpala Charita of Jayasimha, and Prithviraj Raso
of Chandbardai. ....More
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