For those who want to visit the Maharajas, the path lies in the state of Rajasthan, which means “Country of Kings” in Sanskrit.
Previously, about twenty Rajput principalities were located on the territory of modern Rajasthan. Each of which had its own ruler-prince. Many of them were hot-tempered and ambitious, so internecine battles were not uncommon here.
Most of Rajasthan is desert. Despite this, the state is one of the most colorful in India. Even if we talk about large cities – all of them, in addition to the main official name, also have an unofficial color prefix. Jaipur state capital is a pink city. Jodhpur, with its unthinkable mazes of streets, is a blue city. Standing on the edge of the desert, Jaisalmer is gold and Udaipur is white. There are seven major cities in the state, all of them very different, and each of them has something to see. Therefore, tourists who are interested in history, who appreciate these places for their flavor and originality, come here.
Fort Amber
For example, in Jaipur, the mandatory point for visiting is Amber Fort. Of course, there are many such forts throughout India and Rajasthan. But there is a peculiarity here – to climb to this fort, located on a small hill, you can, no, rather, you need to, on an elephant! Elephants are in the service of the fort, they are friendly, specially trained to communicate with guests and very beautifully dressed. If there is a dream to ride an elephant, then it is best to fulfill it here. And upon arrival at the fort, you can thank the elephant with a bunch of bananas, feeding him personally.
Udaipur
A little more detail can be given about Udaipur, it is also called the Indian Venice. A controversial compliment or not quite a correct comparison, since Udaipur has no equal in terms of color. This city is built on a chain of picturesque lakes, which doubles its beauty (mirrors in the surface of the water) and softens the climate. For the same reason, Udaipur is always a little cooler than other cities in Rajasthan. Of course, the main attraction here is the Maharaja’s palace, built on one of the lakes. In addition to it, as in any ancient Indian city, there are many other palaces and temples, but the ordinary houses of ordinary citizens also make a big impression. Each of them is a miniature fortress. The walls and balconies are painted and richly decorated with carvings. You can wander around the city for a long time, like in a museum, looking at these unique city buildings of their kind. It is important not to forget to come to the lake shore in the evening or to one of the rooftop restaurants, from where you can contemplate the incredibly beautiful spectacle of the sunset.