Adventure in Rajasthan

India is fast emerging as a popular tourist destination and Rajasthan plays an important role in tourism industry of India, courtesy magnificent forts, palaces, monuments and vibrant and colorful culture of the state.

Rajasthan, land of Rajas (Kings), is seeped in heritage, culture and traditions. Rajasthani culture is visible in its enchanting forts, palaces and historical monuments. Culturally and historically rich state of Rajasthan also offers wildlife sanctuaries and parks, lovely lakes and vast desert making it colorful and most vibrant destination of India. Every aspect of this wonderful place is a pleasure for the senses and speaks volumes about the passion of life and legacy of Rajasthan. Visiting forts and palaces of Rajasthan is the best way to experience the rich heritage and vibrant culture. But one should not forget to visit tiger reserves of Rajasthan – Ranthambore and Sariska, where you can spot this wonderful wild creature roaming around in natural habitat and hunting for the prey. Rajasthan has many adventure activities in store to indulge in.

Camel Safari
Camel is something which can be very commonly seen in all parts of Rajasthan. It has become a important mean of transportation in remote areas of Rajasthan. Camel is used to ride through sandy tracks and passing through remote areas. Camel safari is organized to take tourists through the sand dunes of the vast Great Indian desert and untamed countryside, so that one can create his memoirs in the peaceful desert life. With your camel safari adventure you can stay close to the life in desert villages and experience the life in the extreme conditions of desert.

Camping in Desert
Camping is generally accompanied with camel safari trip where in you stay 1-2 nights in desert camps. During nights enjoy viewing the folk dancers dancing on the traditional music tunes in traditional but very colorful dresses.

Para gliding and Hot Air Ballooning
Para gliding and ballooning are the annual events held in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Pushkar which attract large number of adventure seekers and tourists. The Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation has set up an Adventure Cell in Jaipur (Tel:0141-202586, 203531, 375466) where you can obtain information and assistance about Para Gliding and Ballooning.

Wildlife Adventure
Rajasthan has many wildlife sanctuaries and national parks which brings lot of nature lovers to this wonderful land. Ranthambore and Sariska are the tiger reserves where you can spot tigers roaming around in wilderness, then there is Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary where many bird watchers come to see the numerous species of birds. During winters bird sanctuary is filled with migratory birds, who come from as far as Siberia.

Fishing and Angling
There are numerous natural and man made lakes in Rajasthan which are ideal for water sports. All round the year, various kinds of water sports can be arranged here. Ramgarh lake, a man-made lake of around 4 kms. in length and 2 kms. in width has facilities for swimming, boating etc.

Rajasthan also has angling sites. Bandh Baretha in Bharatpur, Mansarover near Sariska, Siliserh and Jaisamand in Alwar, Kukas, Chhaparwara and Ramgarh are angler's paradise. However, the enthusiasts are advised obtain permission from the Fisheries Department.

Rajasthan is full of tourist attractions which attracts millions of tourists every year. Best way to explore Rajasthan is to opt for tour packages offered by several travel companies to travel and explore the most in limited time and budget.

About the author: Vishal Gupta is a travel writer focusing mainly on topics related to India Travel.