General Information

Area : 342,239sq.km.
Capital : Jaipur
Districts : 32
Population : 43.880.640
Literacy : 38.81 %
Language : Hindi. Rajasthani
Roads : 65.853 Kms.
Railways : 6.228 kms.
Airports : Jairpur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer

Rajasthan - The land of rainbow colours, known for its valiance and chivalry. The state has an unusual diversity in all its forms - people, customs, culture, costumes, music, manners, dialects, cuisine and physiography. The panoramic outlook of the state is simply mesmerizing, with the lofty Aravali hills - one of the oldest mountain ranges of the world and the golden sand dunes of the Great Indian Desert - the only desert in the sub continent.

No other region in the country is a conglomeration of so many paradoxes and endowed with invincible forts, magnificent palaces, elegant havelis, rich culture and heritage, natural beauty and natural resources. Indologists have traced the antiquity of this wonderland back to early stone age. Its ruins, relics and romances speak of the vicissitudes through which it has gone, embracing dozens of centuries full of glorious moments and also reminding one of the tragic and turbulent past.

Rajasthan is a permanent bastion of Indian culture and spirituality. Rajasthan is a veritable treasure house of history and is also known for its arts and crafts. This exotic land is a treasure trove of handicrafts and a shoppers paradise. In concept, colours and craftsmanship, the handicrafts of the state are unparalleled.

Rajasthan is also known for its folk music, folk musical instruments and folk musicians. The folk music is a multifaceted kaleidoscope. From the simple Ghoralio and the elementary Bhapang to the intricate Sarangi and formidable Barn - it is a whole world of rich and robust iridescence. The desert regions of the state are specially rich in folk music, particularly in the variety purveyed by the professional singing communities.

Rajasthan is also a haven for a wide spectrum of wildlife. It is home to tiger, blackbuck, chinkara, rare desert fox, caracal, the great Indian bustard, gavial, monitor lizard... etc. The state also attracts many migratory birds.

The festival time in the state is full of life and zest, the ambience acquires
a fairytale - like atmosphere.