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Discover Rajasthan

Forts and palaces, folk dance and music, bandhej and leheriya, dal-baati-churma, fairs and festivals — and what every district is known for.

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Visual stories — music, songs, instruments and a token of love

Moving scenes, folk music, narration in Marwari, Hindi or English — and at the end, your own token of love for Rajasthan.

Folk music

Folk musicKesariya Balam — the songs of the ManganiyarsMaand singing from the Thar, the hum of the kamaicha and the clack of the khartal.5 scenes · with music · ♥ 11Folk musicThe Langa singersAn introduction to the vibrant journey of Langa singing3 scenes · with musicFolk musicFolk instruments of RajasthanWelcome to a vivid journey through Rajasthan's folk instruments.4 scenes · with music

Folk dance

Folk danceGhoomar — the dance of the swirling skirtSwirling ghagras, flowing veils and clapping rhythms at Gangaur, Teej and weddings.3 scenes · with music · ♥ 13Folk danceKalbeliya — the serpent dance, a UNESCO heritageBodies sway like serpents to the pungi; on UNESCO’s intangible heritage list since 2010.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 1Folk danceGer — the dance of HoliDrumbeats, sticks in hand and a great circle — the men’s Holi dance of Marwar and Mewar.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 6Folk danceChari danceWelcome to a vivid visual story of the Chari dance.2 scenes · with musicFolk danceBhavai danceWelcome to a vivid visual story of the Bhavai dance.1 scenes · with musicFolk danceKachhi GhodiThe Kachhi Ghodi dance is a vibrant cultural expression of Rajasthan.1 scenes · with music

Forts, palaces & heritage

FortsMehrangarh — the crown of the Sun CityFounded by Rao Jodha on the Chidiatunk hill in 1459, above the blue city of Jodhpur.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 4FortsChittorgarh FortHere is a visual description of four iconic sights of Chittorgarh Fort.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 2FortsKumbhalgarh FortExplore the story of Kumbhalgarh Fort through four vivid scenes.4 scenes · with musicFortsJaisalmer FortWelcome to the visual tale of Jaisalmer Fort and its surroundings.4 scenes · with musicFortsAmer FortWelcome to the visual journey through Amer Fort.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FortsRanthambore FortWelcome to the visual story of Ranthambore Fort, where history meets nature.3 scenes · with musicFortsJunagarh Fort, BikanerA brief visual journey through Junagarh Fort and its nearby highlights.3 scenes · with musicFortsCity Palace, UdaipurA visual story of Udaipur's main attractions.4 scenes · with musicFortsUmaid Bhawan & Jaswant ThadaWelcome to a visual journey through Umair Bhawan and Jaswant Thada.4 scenes · with musicFortsThe Pink City’s heritageWelcome to glimpses of the heritage of the Pink City.4 scenes · with musicFortsNahargarh FortExplore the story of Nahargarh Fort in three vivid scenes.3 scenes · with musicFortsGagron FortWelcome to the visual story of Gagron Fort.2 scenes · with musicFortsStepwells of RajasthanStep into the story of Rajasthan's stepwells, where each descent reveals the art and calm of water heritage.4 scenes · with music

Temples & shrines

FaithDilwara TemplesWelcome to a visual journey through the Dilwara Temples, where craftsmanship meets tranquility.3 scenes · with musicFaithRanakpur Jain TempleWelcome to the visual story of Ranakpur Jain Temple.3 scenes · with musicFaithKarni Mata Temple, DeshnokeWelcome to the visual story of Karni Mata Temple, Deshnoke.2 scenes · with musicFaithPushkar — Brahma Temple and the lakeA visual story of Pushkar’s Brahma Temple and lake.3 scenes · with musicFaithAjmer Sharif DargahWelcome to the visual story of Ajmer's iconic sites.4 scenes · with musicFaithKhatu Shyam JiA brief introduction to the story of Khatu Shyam Ji and the pilgrimage to his shrine.1 scenes · with musicFaithSalasar BalajiExperience the essence of Salasar Balaji in this visual story.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FaithShrinathji, NathdwaraA visual story of Shrinathji Temple in Nathdwara and its art1 scenes · with musicFaithEklingjiHere is a brief introduction to the visual story of Eklingji and Kailashpuri.1 scenes · with musicFaithGovind Dev Ji, JaipurHere is the visual story of Govind Dev Ji Temple in Jaipur.1 scenes · with musicFaithGaltajiWelcome to the visual story of Galtaji, a sacred site in Rajasthan.2 scenes · with musicFaithRamdevraWelcome to the visual story of Ramdevra.1 scenes · with music

Nature & wildlife

NatureThe tigers of RanthamboreWelcome to the visual story of the tigers of Ranthambore.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 1NatureKeoladeo bird sanctuaryWelcome to the visual story of Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary.3 scenes · with music · ♥ 1NatureThe dunes of the TharWelcome to the visual story of the Thar dunes.3 scenes · with musicNatureMount AbuWelcome to a visual story capturing the charm of Mount Abu.3 scenes · with musicNatureThe demoiselle cranes of KhichanExplore the story of the cranes at Khichan.2 scenes · with musicNatureThe Great Indian BustardThe story of the Great Indian Bustard unfolds under Rajasthan's open skies.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 1NatureSariskaExplore the natural charm and wildlife of Sariska.2 scenes · with musicNatureThe ChambalWelcome to the visual story of the Chambal.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1NatureThe blackbuck of Tal ChhaparWelcome to the visual story of the blackbuck of Tal Chhapar.1 scenes · with musicNatureThe Khejri treeA visual tale centered on the beloved Khejri tree2 scenes · with music

Fairs & festivals

FairsPushkar Fair — a world of colour on the sandAt Kartik Purnima: the sacred lake, camel trading, folk artists and thousands of pilgrims.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FairsGangaurThe vibrant Gangaur celebration showcases Rajasthan's cultural heritage.2 scenes · with musicFairsTeejExplore the vibrant moments of Teej, where Rajasthan's culture comes alive.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FairsDesert Festival, JaisalmerExplore the vibrant moments of the Desert Festival in Jaisalmer.3 scenes · with musicFairsCamel Festival, BikanerExplore the vibrant moments of the Camel Festival in Bikaner.3 scenes · with musicFairsKites of Makar SankrantiA visual tale of vibrant kites during Makar Sankranti in Rajasthan.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FairsBaneshwar fairA vivid visual story of the Baneshwar fair unfolds here.1 scenes · with musicFairsNagaur cattle fairWelcome to the visual story of the Nagaur cattle fair.1 scenes · with music

Food

FoodDal-Baati-Churma — Rajasthan on a plateBaati baked on embers, five-lentil dal and churma with ghee and sugar.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 15FoodGhewarA visual journey through the sweet delight of Ghewar and the vibrant culture of Rajasthan1 scenes · with musicFoodPyaaz kachoriThe tale of onion kachori echoes through the lanes of Rajasthan.1 scenes · with musicFoodKer sangriThe story of Ker Sangri is rooted in the lands of Rajasthan, showcasing a beloved local flavor.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FoodMirchi badaThe story of Mirchi Bada begins on the bustling streets of Rajasthan.2 scenes · with musicFoodBikaneri bhujiaWelcome to the visual story of Bikaneri bhujia and Bikaner namkeen.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 2FoodMawa kachoriThe tale of Mawa Kachori2 scenes · with musicFoodBajra roti and raabdiThe story of bajra roti and rabri begins on the plains of Rajasthan.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FoodLaal maasA flavorful tale from Rajasthan's kitchen, celebrating the rich hue and aroma of Laal Maas.1 scenes · with musicFoodMalpuaThe story of Malpua showcases the sweet heritage of Rajasthan.2 scenes · with music

Crafts & painting

PaintingPhad and Ravanahatha — a story that travelsThrough the night, the bhopa and bhopi sing the epic of folk deities before the phad, to the ravanahatha.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 5CraftsBandhej, Leheriya and block print — the craft of colourBandhej patterns from thousands of knots, wave-like leheriya and the blocks of Sanganer and Bagru.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 1CraftsKathputli — stories that dance on stringsBright costumes, large eyes and nimble strings — Rajasthan’s centuries-old puppet theatre.3 scenes · with music · ♥ 1PaintingPainted havelis of ShekhawatiWelcome to the visual tale of Shekhawati's painted havelis.3 scenes · with musicCraftsBlue potteryThe visual story showcases the vibrant craft of blue pottery from Rajasthan.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 1CraftsKota DoriaWelcome to the story of Kota Doria, where weaving art meets the scent of colors.1 scenes · with musicCraftsMeenakariWelcome to the sparkling world of Meenakari2 scenes · with musicCraftsMojariWelcome to a visual tale of Rajasthan's vibrant footwear.1 scenes · with musicCraftsLac banglesWelcome to the visual tale of Lac bangles.2 scenes · with musicCraftsMakrana marbleWelcome to the visual story of Makrana marble.2 scenes · with musicCraftsThewa artWelcome to the visual story of Thewa art, showcasing the sparkle and heritage of Rajasthani craftsmanship.1 scenes · with musicCraftsMolela terracottaWelcome to the visual story of Molela terracotta.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 1PaintingMiniature paintingWelcome to a visual journey through Rajasthan's miniature painting traditions.3 scenes · with music · ♥ 1PaintingMandana artWelcome to a vivid visual story of Mandana art.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1PaintingPichwai paintingA brief visual story about Pichwai and Nathdwara art is presented here.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1

Every district

District Darshan

FortsJaipur Darshan — Hawa Mahal, Amer FortJaipur district is a vibrant cultural tapestry nestled in the heart of Rajasthan.4 scenes · with musicFortsJodhpur Darshan — Mehrangarh Fort, The Blue CityJodhpur district in Rajasthan is a vibrant region rich in culture and color.4 scenes · with musicFortsUdaipur Darshan — City of Lakes, Lake PicholaUdaipur district in Rajasthan is a vibrant cultural heart, where lakes, palaces and art come together.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FortsKota Darshan — Coaching city, Kota DoriaKota district in Rajasthan blends vibrant coaching culture, traditional crafts, and scenic riverfronts.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FortsBikaner Darshan — Junagarh Fort, Bikaneri bhujiaBikaner in Rajasthan is a vibrant land where history, flavor and culture blend together.4 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FairsAjmer Darshan — Ajmer Sharif Dargah, Pushkar, Brahma templeAjmer district in Rajasthan is a hub of culture and spirituality.4 scenes · with musicFortsAlwar Darshan — Sariska Tiger Reserve, Bala QuilaAlwar district in Rajasthan blends rich culture with striking natural scenery.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FortsBharatpur Darshan — Keoladeo bird park, Lohagarh FortBharatpur district in Rajasthan is a vibrant region where nature and history walk side by side.2 scenes · with musicFairsSikar Darshan — Khatu Shyam Ji, Shekhawati havelisSikar district in Rajasthan blends rich tradition with growing modernity, offering a vivid cultural tapestry.2 scenes · with musicCraftsBhilwara Darshan — Textile city, Phad paintingBhilwara is a vibrant district in Rajasthan where tradition and industry walk side by side.3 scenes · with musicFoodSri Ganganagar Darshan — Kinnow, Food bowl of RajasthanSri Ganganagar is a fertile district in Rajasthan where fields and culture blend together.2 scenes · with musicFortsJaisalmer Darshan — Sonar Qila (Golden Fort), Sam sand dunesJaisalmer district blends desert grandeur with vibrant cultural hues.4 scenes · with musicFairsBarmer Darshan — Kiradu temples, Oil fieldsBarmer district in Rajasthan blends desert landscapes with vibrant culture, crafts and natural sights.2 scenes · with musicFairsBalotra Darshan — Nakoda Jain tirth, Textile dyeing & printingBalotra district in Rajasthan is a land of cultural heritage and vibrant craftsmanship.1 scenes · with musicFortsBanswara Darshan — City of a hundred islands, Mahi DamBanswara district in Rajasthan offers a calm blend of rivers, hills and vibrant culture.3 scenes · with musicFortsBaran Darshan — Shahabad Fort, Ramgarh craterBaran district in Rajasthan blends cultural heritage with natural beauty at its heart.1 scenes · with musicFoodBeawar Darshan — Beawar tilpattiBeawar district in Rajasthan blends tradition and landscape, offering a vivid slice of regional life.1 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FortsBundi Darshan — Taragarh & Garh Palace, Raniji ki BaoriBundi district in Rajasthan is a vibrant region where forts, stepwells and paintings draw visitors.3 scenes · with musicFortsChittorgarh Darshan — Chittorgarh Fort, Vijay StambhChittorgarh district in Rajasthan is a vibrant blend of history and culture, showcasing forts, pillars and devotional spirit.3 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FairsChuru Darshan — Salasar Balaji, Tal Chhapar sanctuaryChuru district in Rajasthan blends timeless tradition with stark desert scenery, offering a vivid slice of regional life.3 scenes · with musicFortsDausa Darshan — Chand Baori, Abhaneri, Mehandipur BalajiDausa district in Rajasthan is a cultural tapestry where history, art and spirituality intertwine.2 scenes · with musicFortsDeeg Darshan — Deeg water palaces, FountainsDeeg district in Rajasthan is a cultural gem, where water structures and melodic sounds draw visitors.2 scenes · with musicCraftsDholpur Darshan — Dholpur sandstone, Chambal valleyDholpur district in Rajasthan offers red stone, a tranquil Chambal valley, and natural serenity.3 scenes · with musicFortsDidwana-Kuchaman Darshan — Kuchaman Fort, Didwana salt lakeDidwana-Kuchaman district is a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty in the heart of Rajasthan.2 scenes · with music · ♥ 1FortsDungarpur Darshan — Juna Mahal, Gaib SagarDungarpur district in Rajasthan blends cultural heritage with natural scenery.2 scenes · with musicFortsHanumangarh Darshan — Bhatner Fort, Kalibangan (Indus Valley)Hanumangarh district in Rajasthan blends history, culture and natural scenery in a vibrant setting.2 scenes · with musicFortsJalore Darshan — Jalore Fort, GraniteJalore district in Rajasthan is a land of rugged landscapes and rich cultural heritage.3 scenes · with musicFortsJhalawar Darshan — Gagron Fort, OrangesJhalawar district in Rajasthan blends history, nature and flavor into a vivid tapestry.2 scenes · with musicCraftsJhunjhunu Darshan — Shekhawati havelis, Mandawa, Rani Sati templeJhunjhunu district in Rajasthan is a region rich with cultural heritage.3 scenes · with musicFairsKarauli Darshan — Kaila Devi, Madan Mohan Ji templeKarauli district in Rajasthan blends historic sites, wildlife and vibrant traditions.1 scenes · with musicFairsKhairthal-Tijara Darshan — Tijara Jain temple, Tijara FortKhairthal‑Tijara district in Rajasthan blends tradition with the surrounding landscape.2 scenes · with musicFortsKotputli-Behror Darshan — Neemrana Fort Palace, Cement industryKotputli‑Behror district in Rajasthan blends heritage sites with vibrant industry.1 scenes · with musicFairsNagaur Darshan — Nagaur cattle fair, Ahhichatragarh FortNagaur district in Rajasthan is a vibrant blend of culture, heritage and flavors.1 scenes · with musicFairsPali Darshan — Ranakpur Jain temple, Jawai leopardsPali district in Rajasthan is a vibrant region where culture and nature blend together.2 scenes · with musicFortsPhalodi Darshan — Khichan demoiselle cranes, SaltPhalodi district in Rajasthan is a blend of desert hues and rich cultural heritage.2 scenes · with musicCraftsPratapgarh Darshan — Thewa jewellery, Sitamata sanctuaryPratapgarh, Rajasthan is a district rich in culture and nature, offering a unique blend of art, wildlife, and local life.2 scenes · with musicFortsRajsamand Darshan — Kumbhalgarh Fort, Nathdwara, ShrinathjiRajsamand district in Rajasthan is a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty.4 scenes · with musicFortsSalumbar Darshan — Jaisamand Lake, Salumbar palaceSalumbar district blends cultural heritage with natural beauty.2 scenes · with musicFortsSawai Madhopur Darshan — Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Trinetra GaneshSawai Madhopur blends wildlife, sacred sites, and native fruit into a unique experience.2 scenes · with musicFortsSirohi Darshan — Mount Abu, Dilwara templesSirohi district in Rajasthan blends hills, temples and lakes into a vivid landscape.3 scenes · with musicFairsTonk Darshan — Nawabi city, Bisalpur DamTonk district in Rajasthan is a cultural hub where history, nature, and local crafts intertwine.2 scenes · with music

Folk dances

Folk music

Crafts

Painting

Food

World Heritage (UNESCO)

Fairs & festivals through the year

Dates follow the lunar calendar and change each year.

January

Makar Sankranti kite festival

Jaipur

January

Camel Festival

Bikaner

February

Desert Festival

Jaisalmer

February

Baneshwar Fair

Dungarpur

March

Holi & Gangaur

Across Rajasthan

April

Kaila Devi Fair

Karauli

May

Summer Festival

Mount Abu

August

Teej

Jaipur & across Rajasthan

October

Marwar Festival

Jodhpur

November

Pushkar Fair

Pushkar, Ajmer

November

Bundi Utsav

Bundi

December

Kumbhalgarh Festival

Rajsamand

December

Winter Festival

Mount Abu

What every district is known for

Jaipur

  • Hawa Mahal
  • Amer Fort
  • The Pink City
  • Blue pottery
  • Gems & jewellery

Jodhpur

  • Mehrangarh Fort
  • The Blue City
  • Umaid Bhawan
  • Mirchi bada
  • Bandhej

Udaipur

  • City of Lakes
  • Lake Pichola
  • City Palace
  • Miniature painting

Kota

  • Coaching city
  • Kota Doria
  • Chambal Riverfront

Bikaner

  • Junagarh Fort
  • Bikaneri bhujia
  • Karni Mata, Deshnoke
  • Camel Festival

Ajmer

  • Ajmer Sharif Dargah
  • Pushkar, Brahma temple
  • Pushkar Fair
  • Ana Sagar

Alwar

  • Sariska Tiger Reserve
  • Bala Quila
  • Alwar milk cake

Bharatpur

  • Keoladeo bird park
  • Lohagarh Fort

Sikar

  • Khatu Shyam Ji
  • Shekhawati havelis
  • Education hub

Bhilwara

  • Textile city
  • Phad painting
  • Menal

Sri Ganganagar

  • Kinnow
  • Food bowl of Rajasthan
  • Indira Gandhi Canal

Jaisalmer

  • Sonar Qila (Golden Fort)
  • Sam sand dunes
  • Desert Festival
  • Patwon ki Haveli

Barmer

  • Kiradu temples
  • Oil fields
  • Ajrakh print & embroidery

Balotra

  • Nakoda Jain tirth
  • Textile dyeing & printing

Banswara

  • City of a hundred islands
  • Mahi Dam
  • Tripura Sundari

Baran

  • Shahabad Fort
  • Ramgarh crater
  • Sitabari

Beawar

  • Beawar tilpatti

Bundi

  • Taragarh & Garh Palace
  • Raniji ki Baori
  • Bundi painting

Chittorgarh

  • Chittorgarh Fort
  • Vijay Stambh
  • Meera Bai

Churu

  • Salasar Balaji
  • Tal Chhapar sanctuary
  • Painted havelis

Dausa

  • Chand Baori, Abhaneri
  • Mehandipur Balaji

Deeg

  • Deeg water palaces
  • Fountains

Dholpur

  • Dholpur sandstone
  • Chambal valley
  • Machkund

Didwana-Kuchaman

  • Kuchaman Fort
  • Didwana salt lake

Dungarpur

  • Juna Mahal
  • Gaib Sagar
  • Baneshwar Fair

Hanumangarh

  • Bhatner Fort
  • Kalibangan (Indus Valley)

Jalore

  • Jalore Fort
  • Granite
  • Sundha Mata

Jhalawar

  • Gagron Fort
  • Oranges

Jhunjhunu

  • Shekhawati havelis, Mandawa
  • Rani Sati temple
  • Land of soldiers

Karauli

  • Kaila Devi
  • Madan Mohan Ji temple

Khairthal-Tijara

  • Tijara Jain temple
  • Tijara Fort

Kotputli-Behror

  • Neemrana Fort Palace
  • Cement industry

Nagaur

  • Nagaur cattle fair
  • Ahhichatragarh Fort
  • Nagauri methi

Pali

  • Ranakpur Jain temple
  • Jawai leopards

Phalodi

  • Khichan demoiselle cranes
  • Salt

Pratapgarh

  • Thewa jewellery
  • Sitamata sanctuary

Rajsamand

  • Kumbhalgarh Fort
  • Nathdwara, Shrinathji
  • Haldighati
  • Rajsamand Lake

Salumbar

  • Jaisamand Lake
  • Salumbar palace
  • Legend of Hadi Rani

Sawai Madhopur

  • Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
  • Trinetra Ganesh
  • Guavas

Sirohi

  • Mount Abu
  • Dilwara temples
  • Nakki Lake

Tonk

  • Nawabi city
  • Bisalpur Dam
  • Tonk namda (felt)

Rajasthan Ri Baat

A proverb, a word and a district from the land of dunes — every day

PROVERB OF THE DAY

“पाणी पीजे छाण कर, गुरु कीजे जाण कर”

Strain water before you drink it; know a teacher before you follow one.

MARWARI WORD

मनवार

Lovingly insisting a guest eats and drinks a little more

DISTRICT OF THE DAY

Chittorgarh

  • Chittorgarh Fort
  • Vijay Stambh
  • Meera Bai

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

This month: Pushkar Fair, Bundi Utsav

Kumbhalgarh Festival

Rajsamand · December

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