Rajasthan is a beautiful and vibrant place that gives you all historic vibes. It is one of India’s most visited tourist places and is also a part of the Golden Triangle. While you are traveling to Rajasthan, it is recommended to follow some travel tips to ensure a smooth vacation in the Land of Maharajas. Here are 5 such useful Rajasthan travel tips that you can take help from to plan a perfect itinerary. Once you know these key points well, your holiday to Rajasthan will turn out to be the most exciting one!
Top 5 Rajasthan travel tips
Here are some of the best Rajasthan travel advice to make the most of your vacation in this lively place!
1. Best time to visit
The best time to visit Rajasthan is during the winter months, from October to February. During that time the weather is pleasant and perfect for sightseeing activities. Visiting in the summer months should be avoided due to predominantly hot and dry weather!
2. Shopping
Rajasthan is known for its colorful handicraft collection and other items like traditional clothes, neckpieces, silver jewelry, and house decor. You will find a lot of street vendors around the key tourist attractions. If you are buying from them remember to bargain to at least 30 to 40% lesser prices. Moreover, there are a lot of government authorized shops where you can get items like Pashmina shawls, bedspreads etc. The stuff that you get here also comes with a warranty. A lot of these shops are situated in the main cities of Jodhpur and Jaipur.
3. Clothing guide
If you are planning to visit during the summer season, carry cotton clothes. It is preferred to carry loose clothes, sunglasses and a hat to protect yourself from the scorching heat. It gets a little cold in the evening during October and November while December onwards weather is very cold, so pack accordingly. It is also recommended to wear flats and comfortable shoes regardless of the season you plan to visit as there is plenty of walking around. Carry a good pair of trekking shoes, matchboxes, flashlights and other necessary items if you are planning to trek!
4. Choose the perfect place to stay
Rajasthan offers numerous accommodation options to suit every budget. However, if you are going to travel and be out for the entire day and only going to retire to the room by night, it is not advisable to book costly rooms for your stay. If you are going on a honeymoon to Rajasthan, you can choose to stay at ultra-luxury options like Taj. Alternatively, you can pick smaller Havelis to get the true vibes of the state. There are also many hotels and stay options whose balcony view offers a wonderful glimpse of the famous fort and palaces. You can enjoy watching the delightful view from your balcony by sipping hot tea with your loved ones!
5. Cultural hotspots
Rajasthan is famous for its culture and tradition all over the world. The state offers many such hotspots that reflect a true glimpse of the rich art and culture. The most popular ones are Choki Dhani village in Jaipur, Desert Safari Camps in Jaisalmer, and Bagore ki Haweli etc. Whether you like to attend some puppet show, Rajasthani folk songs and dances, you’d get it all at these centers.
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