5 Weekend Escapes From Jaipur To Have Pleasant Time

Rajasthan is without a doubt one of the most ethnic places in India. It is truly the one state in India that gives you a genuine taste of Indian history, culture, architecture and splendor. It is therefore not surprising that Rajasthan is always bustling with enthusiastic foreign and Indian tourists throughout the year. The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, is one of India’s most popular tourist attractions and full of amazing places to visit like the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amer fort and Hawa Mahal. It has enough to keep you enchanted for a while as you immerse yourself in history and ethnicity. However, once you are done exploring the city and start looking for some weekend getaways from Jaipur, you will be amazed at how much more Rajasthan has to offer. Jaipur is surrounded by some of the finest destinations in the country which will stun you with their history, architecture, splendor and sometimes just their location. From temples and palaces to forts and deserts, these places near Jaipur have something or the other to keep you interested.

# Ajmer

Popular for the famous Dargah Sharif, Ajmer is one of the closest getaways from Jaipur( 140km) and is visited by tourists all year round. The dargah of Khwaja Moin-ud-Din Chishti is visited by Hindus and Muslims alike. Ajmer is a historic city with small, crowded streets and a busy daily life. Despite that, it is one of India’s most visited tourist attractions on account of the famous dargah. Since Ajmer is located at the foothills of the Aravalli range, Ajmer offers some stunning views too.

# Pushkar

Located close to Ajmer and usually covered as a circuit, Pushkar is famous as one of the most ancient cities in India. The beautiful lake at the centre and the rare Brahma temples here are what make Pushkar a unique place to visit. It is a delight for backpackers as food and accommodation in Pushkar is fairly inexpensive. Pushkar is also popular for the Pushkar desert camel ride which attracts several foreigners to this quaint region in Rajasthan.

# Ranthambore National Park

One of the best national parks in India, Ranthambore is a delight for wildlife lovers. It is located at a convenient driving distance approx 169 kms from Jaipur making it one of the best weekend getaways from Jaipur. The tigers in Rathambore have been well looked after and are also accoustomed to human presence. This makes Ranthambore one of the best places for wildlife photography. Ranthambore is also surrounded by ancient temples and mosques, lakes full of crocodiles and cenotaphs which take you back in time.

# Udaipur

Known as one of the most romantic cities in India, Udaipur (394kms) is considered perfect for family holidays as well as honeymoons. It has earned sobriquets like Venice of the east and City of lakes due to its scenic beauty. Udaipur has a whole bunch of interesting places to visit ranging from palaces and lakes to temples and hillocks. Located at the foothills of the Aravalli ranges, Udaipur has several places that offer spectacular mountain views.

# Chittorgarh

Known primarily for the 7th century Chittorgarh fort, Chittorgarh (approx 310 kms) is a place of great historic significance. Chittorgarh is actually where several battles were fought by the Rajputs. The most historic battle that Chittorgarh is remembered for is the siege by Ala-ud-din Khilji when the women had committed jauhar (self-immolation) rather than falling into the hands of the attackers while the men went to war. Chittorgarh was the erstwhile capital of the Mewars. Chittorgarh is also famous for the the biggest Rajput festival called Jauhar Mela which is celebrated annually in honor of the the sacrifice and bravery of the ancestors.