Top Places you Can Travel to In Rajasthan in Winters 2024

Places to Travel in Rajasthan

Unsure about where to visit this December why not, Rajasthan. Discover the treasures that Rajasthan hides in its trove with our special guide that will aid you in travelling along the length and breadth of Rajasthan.  We have created this guide keeping in mind that a lot of travellers would travel from Delhi.

If you are Travelling from Delhi

We would recommend that you leave a little early in the morning and get your fuel tank fully filled in Delhi only. We recommend you to do so because petrol prices vary and are much more higher in Rajasthan.  Getting your fuel tanks fully filled in Delhi before leaving would surely save you some money. Plan where you are going to stay and how you would proceed after the stay beforehand and we would recommend that you book hotel reservations right now as it would help you save up money. The first location you can possibly choose to visit can be

Jaisalmer

In the olden days, Jaisalmer used to span from modern-day Afghanistan to Sialkot to modern-day Bhatinda and Hanumangarh. But under the rule of Bhati, it witnessed several attacks from central Asia and hence, over time, shrunk to the size that we are aware of now.  As per the records its evident that the Hindu Shahis who resided predominantly in Afganistan wanted to end slavery hence they joined hands with Bhati’s but their alliance ended after a defeat from Alp Tigin in the year 997CE.

With time, the Bhati dominions shifted downwards towards the south as they ruled Multan. Over the years, they finally got pushed to reside in Cholistan and Jaisalmer. It was here that Raawal Devaraja built Dera Rawal. Jaisalmer became the first capital of the Rawals, known as Rawal Jaiswal.

In the year 1818, Jaisalmer became a British protectorate in the Rajputana kingdom. At that time, the economy of Jaisalmer struggled, and hence, Ranjit Sigh and  Bairi Sal Singh took resolute actions to turn the city around and develop further. But the drought, as well as the loss of livestock, led to further decline. It was only after the British left that, in the year 1947, Jawahir Singh signed a treaty, an instrument of accession to the government of India, while retaining a little autonomy until the year 1950. 

Places to visit in Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer Fort

Considered to be the golden fort of Rajasthan, the fort was built in 1156 AD by Raja Jaisal, the monarch of the Rajput people. It is still considered to be one of the largest forts in the world. The fort's speciality is that it has about 99 turrets that can overlook a great distance.

The fort is an outstanding example of the Rajasthani craftsmanship that you can easily witness if you were to drive down about 1.5 km from Jaisalmer railway station. Other places that you can visit would be Patwon- Ki Haveli, and Bada Bagh. Other Places to visit in jaisalmer would be.

Sam Sand Dunes

If you are an adventure-seeking traveller than the Sam sand dunes are the perfect place to experience the adrenalin rush of came back safaris, Jeep Safari’s. In most cases, February and March are reserved for the desert festival. Plan a visit during the festival. You will be able to experience the cultural vibrance of Jaisalmer, traditional dances, camel sprints, and various other traditional festivities, making your trip worthwhile.

You can also participate in activities like parasailing, or visit the national forests or bird sanctuaries nearby.

Osian Jodhpur

Located in the middle of the desert Thar this location is often known as the “Khajuraho of Rajasthan”. Ossian is famous for being the home cluster of ruined Brahmanical and Jain temples that date back to the 8th to 11th centuries. You can visit the Sun Temple, the Kali Temple, Sachiya Mata Temple, and the main Jain temples that are quite renowned and dedicated to the Mahavira and quite famous for their Grace and architecture. The distance between Osian and Jodhpur is about 69km.

Mount Abu

Mount Abu is the state's only hill station, standing at 1722 meters above sea level. The hill station is surrounded by the lush greens of the Aravali range. You can expect large stretches of green forests, serene lakes, and waterfalls that will help you relax and enjoy the surroundings. The location is known for its religious importance, and you can also explore the architectural wonders of Mount Abu.

Mythology related to Mount Abu.

According to legends and myths, Mount Abu served as a retreat for the sage Vashistha following his spur with the sage Vishwamitra. Another story describes that the sage Vashishtha performed a yajna on the peak of the mountain ranges of Mount Abu. You can travel along these peaks and witness the places where the prayers were conducted before.  

Best Time to visit Mount Abu

The best time to visit Mount Abu would be November and February, the temperature in Mount Abu during that time would be around 21’ degrees Celsius. 

Bundi Fort

Bundi is a beautiful town about 36 km from Kota, surrounded by forts and palaces. The place has a profound charm that is unparalleled. Such charm enchanted Rudyard Kipling to such an extent that he wrote his famous novel Kim here. The Bundi is flanked on one side by the Aravalis and has a wide range of valleys and great stretches of fields of wheat and barley.

According to recorded history, Bundi was once ruled by Hada Chauhans, and many historians claim that it was once the capital of the great Hadoti kingdom. Bundi's architecture has the same allure as that of the forts of Rajasthan and Jaisalmer.

Bharatpur Bird sanctuary

The park was established in the year 10 march 1982, previously these reserves were the private duck shooting reserves of Maharaja Bharatpur. This area gained the recognition of being a bird sanctuary in the year 1976. Later it gained the designation of being a World Heritage Site in the year 1985, as the wetlands of the forest were of international importance for the migratory waterfowl. It became a place of importance and gained instrumental importance in preserving the biological diversity of the threatened species of universal value.

You can also opt for Bharatpur Resorts and stay their overnight to experience the wilderness in a much more real manner.