Rajasthan Rides

Iconic place to visit. Albert Hall, Jaipur

Kuldhara is a secluded village, located in Rajasthan at a distance of 18 kilometers from Jaisalmer city. The place was established in the 13th century by the Paliwal Brahmins. According to studies, the place was abandoned in the early 19th century due to an earthquake. However, locals narrate a different story. They believe that the residents cursed the village and fled on a dark night fearing the wrath of the Diwan.

The vibrant state of Rajasthan is home to 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites which include Chittorgarh Fort, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Ranthambore Fort, Gagron Fort, Amber Fort, Jaisalmer Fort, Keoladeo National Park, and Jantar Mantar. Apart from the national park, all the other mentioned historical sites exhibit marvelous architecture of the Royal Rajputs.

Hawa Mahal, the architectural marvel made up of red and pink sandstone was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in the 18th century. The exterior of the palace is like the honeycomb of a beehive, comprising 953 Jharokhas (windows) having complex latticework.

One of the most amazing facts about Rajasthan is that a few of its major cities are color-coded. Jaipur is called the Pink City as the Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh passed a law in 1876 asking residents to paint their houses pink to welcome the Prince of Wales and Queen Victoria. The blue colored houses in Jodhpur once signified the residence of Brahmins, later turned to be the color of the city. The stories of Jaisalmer are glorified by the name of Golden City which seeks its inspiration from the color of Thar Desert.