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1. Rajasthan in General
1 . Cuisine of Rajasthan
In this desert climate not much could be grown in the way of crops but you are in for a real treat
when it comes to Rajasthani cuisine. The inventive chefs of yesteryears kings have created some
mouthwatering delicacies. High on the must-sample list are the dal bati churma, gatta ki sabzi,
mangodi, bajra ki roti, mirch pakodi and varoius chutneys and papads. The smoked Rajasthani
kebab - sule is bare-be-cued in about a dozen different ways and is a non vegetarian delicacy.
Besides, each region is distinguished by its popular sweet - Mawa Kachori from Jodhpur,
Malpuas from Pushkar, Rasogullas from Bikaner, Ghevar from Jaipur.to name a few.
2. Climate in Rajasthan
Given its varied topography the climate varies throughout Rajasthan. The west is relatively dry
and infertile; it includes some of the Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert. In the
southwestern part of the state, the land is wetter, hilly and more fertile. On average winter
temperatures range from 8° to 28° C (46° to 82° F) and summer temperatures range from 25° to
46° C (77° to 115° F). Rains falls from July through September during the monsoon season. The
best time to travel to Rajasthan is during the winter, which extends from December to March.
January is the coolest month of the year
3. Customs and Manners
Rajasthan is an ancient land with a diverse culture and many timeless traditions still thrive in its
heartland. The aarti, tilak, namaskar and use of garlands is a common welcome for important
guests.Madana the Rajasthani art of decorating courtyards and prayer halls, using coloured
powders has also been kept alive.
4. Dress
Clothes in kaleidoscopic colours complemented by ornate jewelery is a trademark of the
Rajasthani people.
The common dress of the women constitutes a sari or odhani, choli, ghaghra or lahanga. Besides,
the women of high status and ranks wear dupatta and patka.
The use of chappals or sandals or jutees is also common but ladies of high families use coloured
sandals studded with gold threads and stars.
Turban, the head dress of Rajasthani men, is a differential pattern, of each geographical region
designed to suit terrain and climatic influence. All over Rajasthan, the bandhni, the tie-and-dye
sari and turban reign supreme.
5. Dances of Rajasthan
The dances of Rajasthan seem to have originated from the depths of the desert and the hearts of
its people. Women dancers pirouette gracefully and their Ghaghras (skirt) flare out in a blaze of
color and movement. Regal men in fulsome, gathered white ankle-length skirts and brilliant
turbans swirl and execute intricate choreographic patterns. Most popular among these sensuous
and riveting dances are Ghoomar, Bhavai, Kachhi Ghodi, Chari, Kalbeliya, Gair, Kathputli and
Terahtaali.

2. 6. Music of Rajasthan
The rythms and tunes of Rajasthani folk music seem akin to the songs of its shifting sands.
Maand is the original Rajasthani music that flourished in its courts. Among the professional folk
musicians the Bhopas (singing priests), Nats, Bhat puppeteers, Kalbelias and Kanjars made some
vital contributions to Rajasthani music .
7. Musical instruments of Rajasthan
To this day Rajasthani musicians use many unsophisticated indegenous instruments that produce
strangely mesmeric sounds - such as the bankia, flutes called algoza, the hypnotic Jewish harp or
morchhang, the stringed instrument with a tinkling cluster of bells called the ravanhatta and the
earthen pitcher or matka which is turned in the hands with amazing dexterity and is used as a
percussion instrument.
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We specialize in tours in and around Delhi, world famous Taj Mahal, the most famous
and popular Golden Triangle Tour, The colorful state of Rajasthan, and the Heritage
and culture tour in North India.With us you can experience the real India, its life,
people, culture and history with excellent prices.
An unforgettable India experience!. - See more at: http://www.letsgoindiatours.com