RAJASTHAN STATE

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        Situated in northwestern India is the colorful state of Rajasthan, bordered on the north and northwest by Pakistan, on the northeast by Punjab and Haryana, on the east by Uttar Pradesh, on the east and southeast by Madhya Pradesh, and on the southwest by Gujarat.
Area: 342,239 Sq km
Capital: Jaipur
Climate: Mostly dry with extreme temperatures
Winter- 8° to 28° C
Summer- 25° to 46° C
Average rainfall also varies; the western deserts accumulate about 100 mm (about 4 in) annually, while the southeastern part of the state receives 650 mm (26 in) annually, most of which falls from July through September during the monsoon season.
Population (1997 estimates): 50 million Spread About 70 percent of the population lives in the eastern and south-eastern regions.
Religion(s): Hindus, Muslims, Jains and Sikhs
Language: Spoken Hindi and associated dialects
Literacy: 20.43 percent

        Rajasthan is the land of desert, the land of palaces, colourful people, the home of warriors. Immensely rich in culture, history and natural beauty it attracts tourists from all parts of the workd.
Its a land of contrast with desert and lakes, gardens and hilly regions which are a pleasure to the eye.
        Each city of this magnificient state has still kept alive its rich and vibrant culture which are echoed by the colourful and lively people, festivals and dance and music and the bazaars that are held in the city, also its past glory is experienced through the impressive forts and palaces.
        Another exciting experience for a traveller is camel, horse or elephant rides which are very native to this place. Apart form this the state has many beautiful temples and monuments, and also some of the finest parks and sanctuaries are located here. It is a Shopper and Gourmet paradise with lovely and ethnic handicrafts and mouth watering delicacies it has to offer.
        The setting sun showers a golden light upon the fine sands of the desert. And this is about time when Rajasthani folklore is out to captivate the tourist's attention with some gorgeous traditional wear accompanied by soul stirring Maand or the like(variety of ragas in the Rajasthani music). All this leaves the visitor in complete tranquil and a state of fulfillment.
The rich cultured and colourful Rajasthan has to offer a lively atmosphere to the tourist.