Like the glittering spectrum of rainbow, rural tourism
features the many colors of life. Rajasthan, in India is a getaway to the
bucolic beauty, which depicts the rich heritage and immortal Indian culture.
The desert landscape is a habitat to a number of small
villages, dotted with about 200 ethnic
Rajasthani groups. And an acute peep into the the rural block, portrays the
clustered huts, made of thatched roofs and mud walls. The night shimmers
with a glow of the Kerosene lamp and morning aura hugs the curling smoke out
of the circular kitchen window.
A rural tourism in Rajasthan,
finds space into the traditional diary. Marking Rajasthani life from the
aspect of occupation, occasion and enthusiasm, the folk, here, depicts the
unanimous style of living. Men gets engaged in farming and camel cart
fair, while, women are home-makers,
purifying the surrounding with a blend of mud and cow-dunk. An effective
Rajasthan rural travel lies in counting the various village attraction of
the state.
Rajasthan villages and rural attraction
India's largest state, Rajasthan is blessed with a number of villages; all
of which resides in the interiors of its 33 districts. The major rural
centers are the Nathdwara,
Kumbhalgarh,
Ranakpur, Bambora, Churu, Barmer, Dausa, Dundlod and Shekhawati.
Churu: The Churu village or the Oasis in Rajathan is 34
kms from Udaipur. The place was founded in 1620 and holds the popular love
story of bygone Gwalior Prince Dhola and Pugal Princess Maru. The popular
attraction of the village are the Surajmal Banthia Haveli, Tal Chhapar Black
Buck Sanctuary and Salasar Balaji Temple
Nathdwara: Situated 48kms North of Udaipur, this small
village town treasures the sacred shrines of Vaishnavites(18th century) and
Shrinathji Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The fine Rajputana
architectural work of the temples acts as an ultimate model in modern Indian
architecture.
Ranakpur: The Ranakpur village in the Pali district of
Rajasthan is the home to Jain temples. The Jain Golden Temple shimmers with
holding the statue of Lord Mahavira and the and other Saints of the Jain
religion. The nearby Sun Temple also makes worthy watch.
Bambora: This small village is nestled 45kms in the
south-east of Udaipur. A rural visit, here, lies in exploring the 250 years
old Bambora fort, turned hotel. Visitors can plan a comfy stay in this
heritage hotel. A nearby trip to Jaisamand Lake, Chittaugarh Fort and Jagat
Temple make a fruitful rural Rajasthan tourism.
Other major attraction in rural Rajasthan are Bundi Fort and Pratap Mahal
in Dausa, Deeg Fort, Shergarh Fort of Dholpur, Juna Mahal of Dungarpur,
Kumbhalgarh Fort and bird Sanctuary in Kumbhalgarh
Fairs and festivals
The rural folks in Rajasthan triggers the exclusive
art and craft,
submerged in culture. Their masterly work are highly showcased during the
various fairs and festivals. A snippet of Rajasthan charisma can be analyzed
with enjoying the Desert Festival, Pushkar fair and Summer festival.
The local shops in Rajasthan villages displays the colorful turbans,
sequined lehangas, cholis and the contemporary jewelery. They are ace in
making puppets and entertaining visitors via puppetry. Schedule an
exhilarating Rajasthan rural trip and real India.