राजस्थान
राजस्थानRajasthan has always been the ‘land of kings’ and hence its name. It is the largest state in India in terms of area. It shares the border with Pakistan and states like Gujrat, Madhya Pradesh, आदि. Its capital city is Jaipur, the largest city in Rajasthan also known as the pink city. Languages Spoken: The […]
Rajasthan has always been the ‘land of kings’ and hence its name. It is the largest state in India in terms of area. It shares the border with Pakistan and states like Gujrat, Madhya Pradesh, आदि. Its capital city is Jaipur, the largest city in Rajasthan also known as the pink city.
Languages Spoken:
The main language out of the distinct dialects widely spoken is Rajasthani.
Clothing:
The traditional dress of Rajasthan for women, reflecting the colourful culture is an ankle length skirt and a short top also called as Chania Choli. They are supposed to cover their head with a long cloth commonly called Ghungat. Their dresses are generally made of bright colours and they pair it up with heavy jewellery on hands and face. Men wear kurtas, dhotis and a large turban. They grow long moustaches and carry swords with them.
Fairs and Festivals:
They celebrate major Hindu festivals and conduct an annual five-day camel Fair known as the Pushkar fair.
Apart from these, the beauty of their artwork like semi-precious stones and glass paintings is also at par. The major export products from Rajasthan are Zari embroidery, Bagaru prints, block and dye prints, Sanganer prints, आदि. Handicrafts like blue pottery of Jaipur and wooden furniture are sold during fairs here.
Dances:
The Dance usually reflects a folk culture. The Ghoomar dance and Kalbeliya dance from Udaipur and Jaisalmer respectively have gained world recognition.
Music:
The folk music usually comprises of ballads which relate to love stories or heroic deeds. Religious songs like bhajans and baanis are also sung.
Cuisine:
Talking about cuisine, their cooking was influenced mainly by the war conditions of inhabitants and availability of ingredients. The scarcity of water in this arid region has equally had an effect on the dishes. Their dishes are usually spicy and vegetarian. Some famous snacks are Mirchi Bada (chili cutlet), Bikaneri Bhujia (crispy snack made of gram flour), Ghevar (disc-shaped sweet made of gram flour and dipped in sugar syrup) and Pyaaj Kachori (stuffed bread filled with spiced onions). The most loved and famous dish is Dal Batti Churma served with ghee and a spicy garlic chutney. Other dishes include Raj Kachori, Ker Sangria, Gatte ki sabzi, Alwar ka Mawa, Garlic Chutney and Bajare ki Roti, originating from the Marwar region.
Tourist spots:
Rajasthan not only attracts people for its food and tradition, but is also endowed with natural beauty of architecture. It is the fourth most visited state in India. Starting with the forts, the Ajmer Fort, Neemrana fort, Jaisalmer fort and Chittorgarh fort are very popular. Mount Abu, Jaipur, Ajmer, Udaipur and Jaisalmer are must-visit cities. The Thar Desert and the Aravali range are widespread all over the state. The Rann of Kutch located in Thar is a seasonal salt marsh that has popped many eyeballs due to its beauty over the years. The palaces and temples like the City Palace and Saheliyon ki Bari in Udaipur, Jal Mahal in Jaipur, Birla Mandir, Dilwara temple and a lot more.
How to get there:
Rajasthan is a must-visit place and is indeed a source of joy. The connectivity of the state is through Air, rail and road.
Air: There are 3 airports namely Jaipur International, Jodhpur and Udaipur airport.
Rail: The rail routes comprise of principal railway stations at Kota, Bikaner, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Udaipur, Alwar, Jaipur, Abu Road and Jodhpur.
Road: Rajasthan is also connected by state and national highways, most renowned being NH 8, India’s first 4- 8 lane highway.