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Tour Rajasthan On Camel Back – Caravan Tourism To Be Promoted By Rajasthan Government

mystaterajasthan — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:20:33 +0000

One of the best possible ways to discover the magical land of Rajasthan is by riding on the back of a camel. Camel Safari is considered one of the most adventurous tourism of Rajasthan.

Camel Safaris – Explore the Sands Dunes of Rajasthan

Carvan Tourism - Travelling Rajasthan Desert on Camel Back

Camel back is in fact one of the most magical way to explore the sand dunes of Rajasthan, especially the unending sand dunes of Jaisalmer and Bikaner.

Route Navigation in the desert is an acquired art, and caravans must be manned by riders who not only know how to study the stars, but also recognize the shifting sands of the terrain.

Caravan Journeys on Camel

Union tourism ministry has decided to announce policy initiatives for promotion of innovative programmes like caravan tourism in its 100-day agenda.

The ministry plans to explore Jaipur-Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur-Mount Abu, Delhi-Sariska-Ranthambore, Delhi-Jaipur-Ajmer-Pushkar as the popular routes for the caravan journeys. The camp safaris are already very popular among tourists. Now they will be even allowed to move at their will.

Better connectivity with the national capital, good road network and being on the list of must-visit destinations for majority of foreigners makes Rajasthan a preferred locale.

Nagaur Fair – A Cattle Fair in Rajasthan

mystaterajasthan — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 17:27:37 +0000

Nagaur Fair - World's Largest Cattle Fair in Rajasthan

About Nagaur City

Nagaur Town is one of the most picturesque of Rajput townships. Cordoned in by massive ramparts, royal apartments, palatial houses and temples, it has to be entered through towering gates.

Nagaur Fair – Second largest Cattle fair in Rajasthan

There are lots of attractions that charm tourists from the world over in Rajasthan, Nagaur Cattle fair is one of them.

This eight days fair held every year during the month of Feb.Â This is the second largest Cattle fair in Rajasthan.

This Fair is renowned for the trading of cows, bullocks, oxen, camels and horses, which takes place here. Their owners are seen wearing colourful turbans and flaunting long moustaches. Wooden items, iron craft and leather accessories are available in abundance during the fair.

Various activities during Nagaur festival

Various games are organized during this festival. Tug-of-War, camel races, cock & bullfights provide entertainment to the tourists and locals after a hectic day of trading.

As the last rays of setting sun bid aide to the day, a joyous atmosphere is created by the folk musicians whose voices echo far & wide across the tranquil desert sands.

Other Attractions in Nagaur

Also worth a Nagaur visit is the Tarkin-ka-Dargah which attracts devotees of all faith.

Mirchi Bazaar (Red Chilly Market) is the main attraction and wooden items, iron crafts and leather accessories are available in abundance during the fair.

How to reach Nagaur

Nagaur is well connected to the major cities by road and rail. Nearest airport is Jodhpur, some 135kms away.

Camel Safari – An Adventure Tourism in Rajasthan – Ship of Desert

mystaterajasthan — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:21:36 +0000

Rajasthan invites you to feel the adventure of a Camel Safari, which takes you through the golden sands of the vast Thar desert. In places as thar desert, its the only means of transportation in remote areas.

A Group of Tourists on Camel Safari in Rajasthan

The most popular and obvious safari to explore the bewitching beauty of Rajasthan is the Camel Safari. Known as the Ship of the Desert, the camels will take you to the remotest parts of the Thar desert, where you will find yourself at the threshold of a never explored wonder land.

Things you can do on Camel Safari in Rajasthan – The Experiences and Feelings!!

Get down from your camel for once, stand apart and see the serpentine caravan you are in; you will definitely be searching for your camera to catch the moment to stay forever. Sleeping under the twinkling stars with gold like sand all around you gives you the most cherished experience of your life.

Young Traveler on Camel Back Enjoying!!

Ride through sand tracks, passing through remote villages, pitch your tent at a new place each night. Spend the evenings next to the camp fire and dance to the folk music. On your way, you will pass by working farmers, herds of goats and camels, and small settlements of stacked stone or baked mud huts. You will witness a quiet and solitary life, away from even the basic diversions of an Indian village. The camels generally know the way, so you will have plenty of time to think and soak up the warmth and get lost in the scenery. The only sound you will hear is the tinkling bells around the necks of the camels.

Camel Safari is one of the unique way to explore small villages in Rajasthan. Camel Safaris at the top of this ship of the desert is most exciting and soft adventure. Riding a camel is not easy as people consider. It is neither a great test for endurance. It is a great experience to explore The Thar – a vibrantly, living, desert, very colorful and hospitable.

Travel on a camel’s back amidst the wind-swept, sand farms, see the men with rings in their ears and their feet in gaily embroidered shoes, women in bright ‘ghagras’ and colorful ‘cholis’ and quench your thirst with red and sweet watermelons. Wow! Indeed an experience to linger throughout your life. The rolling landscape of the sand and shrub covered area is breathtakingly beautiful and the range of flora and fauna surprisingly largeb for a desert area.

The best time for a camel safari is in the morning and evening, even in the cooler winter months. Such safaris are usually run by professional outfits who hire Raikas, the camel-keepers.

A Well Dressed Camel - Ready For a Luxury Drive in Desert

Camel Safari Regions

The wind-caressed sand dunes rise the three splendid cities of Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Bikaner popularly called Desert Triangle. Desert safaris is one of the unique feature of Desert Triangle and the best way to explore the region, its culture, tradition and to experience its geographical and topographical features and almost everything that a place can offer to us.

Bikaner – Camel Research Farm,Â Jaisalmer – Thar Desert
Jodhpur – Osian, Nagaur , Samode,Â Jaipur