What comes in your mind if you hear the word "Rajasthan"..??
That it is the largest state of India or you will find desert rich with cactus and camel around or the Ghumar folk dance.
It has a lot more to give and display.On my tour to Rajasthan for a week I discovered the true sense of culture-rich diversity of our nation.
I started my trip from Ajmer which is formally known as Ajmeru famous for being a resting place for a renowned Sufi poet - Moinuddin Chisti. He is referred as Khwaja Garib Nawaz for being sympathized towards the poor and needy people. There is a magnificent shrine surrounded by many other graves of people famous in his time. And all this is covered by a splendid portion developed into a Dargah. One can sense the spiritual touch merged with Sufi elements of Qawalli and floral decoration in the dargah. Along with the shrine, there are other historic buildings which include Jehangir Mosque, Shahjahan Mosque which is constituted with white marble and Sandal Masjid.
Few meters from the shrine is the classic blend of ancient Hindu-Muslim Architecture called as Adhai Din ka Jhopda. It was a hindu temple which was demolished by a muslim ruler and later converted into a mosque. Few inscription from Holy Quran are present on the walls of the marvelous sandstone complex while the entry gate have inscriptions in Sanskrit.
My next destination was Jaisalmer which has the ambiance of the real Thar. The Jaisalmer Fort and Patwon ki Haveli is just exquisitely fantastic. Where Jaisalmer Fort forecasts the traditional Rajasthani method of building a fort, Patwon ki Haveli is showcases the grandeur of Patwa family built in yellow sandstone. The real Indian desert - Thar can only be experienced in Jaisalmer sand dunes. There are regular Camel rides and privately owned Buggy rides which catches the nerve of any adventurous individual.
The Pink City - Jaipur was the final destination of my trip. From mouth watering Ghevar and Dal Bhati Choorma to Baandhni fabrics made a perfect end to the trip. And how can I not mention the ever breezy Hawa Mahal which houses a museum containing the collection of paintings, sculptures, coins and handicrafts. The amalgamate of Rajasthani and Mughal Architecture called The City Palace is breathtaking. The palace is divided into the Maharaj Mahal, Maharani Mahal, Diwan-e-khas, Diwan-e-aam & Chandra; each of which is distinctively unique.
Thus the incredible state of Rajasthan has a treasure of culture and much more to offer....
That it is the largest state of India or you will find desert rich with cactus and camel around or the Ghumar folk dance.
It has a lot more to give and display.On my tour to Rajasthan for a week I discovered the true sense of culture-rich diversity of our nation.
I started my trip from Ajmer which is formally known as Ajmeru famous for being a resting place for a renowned Sufi poet - Moinuddin Chisti. He is referred as Khwaja Garib Nawaz for being sympathized towards the poor and needy people. There is a magnificent shrine surrounded by many other graves of people famous in his time. And all this is covered by a splendid portion developed into a Dargah. One can sense the spiritual touch merged with Sufi elements of Qawalli and floral decoration in the dargah. Along with the shrine, there are other historic buildings which include Jehangir Mosque, Shahjahan Mosque which is constituted with white marble and Sandal Masjid.
Few meters from the shrine is the classic blend of ancient Hindu-Muslim Architecture called as Adhai Din ka Jhopda. It was a hindu temple which was demolished by a muslim ruler and later converted into a mosque. Few inscription from Holy Quran are present on the walls of the marvelous sandstone complex while the entry gate have inscriptions in Sanskrit.
My next destination was Jaisalmer which has the ambiance of the real Thar. The Jaisalmer Fort and Patwon ki Haveli is just exquisitely fantastic. Where Jaisalmer Fort forecasts the traditional Rajasthani method of building a fort, Patwon ki Haveli is showcases the grandeur of Patwa family built in yellow sandstone. The real Indian desert - Thar can only be experienced in Jaisalmer sand dunes. There are regular Camel rides and privately owned Buggy rides which catches the nerve of any adventurous individual.
The Pink City - Jaipur was the final destination of my trip. From mouth watering Ghevar and Dal Bhati Choorma to Baandhni fabrics made a perfect end to the trip. And how can I not mention the ever breezy Hawa Mahal which houses a museum containing the collection of paintings, sculptures, coins and handicrafts. The amalgamate of Rajasthani and Mughal Architecture called The City Palace is breathtaking. The palace is divided into the Maharaj Mahal, Maharani Mahal, Diwan-e-khas, Diwan-e-aam & Chandra; each of which is distinctively unique.
Thus the incredible state of Rajasthan has a treasure of culture and much more to offer....
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