Incredible Places to visit in Rajasthan during Monsoon
Monsoon is also a perfect season to visit Rajasthan as most of the hill stations facing problem of Landslides or flooded rivers. Do explore this amazing destinations during your upcoming holidays.
BANSWARA
This is a region lies in the foothills of Aravallis hills with Dam, lakes and lush green forest. Banswara is also known by the name “City of hundred Islands”. During monsoon, entire area is full with lush green trees and whole Aravallis range make this small town more charming. This region is mostly inhabited by Bhil tribals.
The mighty Mahi dam built on the river looks amazing during monsoon and deep cave under a hill by the name of Ram Kund is another hidden sight to visit. It’s entirely a different experience while you’re exploring Rajasthan.
Explore the area and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Ram Kund Deep cave
- Mahi Dam
- Raj Mandir (City Palace)
- Singpura (Offbeat hill side location)
- Jua Falls & various other waterfalls
- 12th Century Paraheda (Shiva Temple)
- AndeshwarParshwanathji Jain temple
- KagadiPikup Weir
- Diablab Lake
- MangarhDham (Jallianwala Bagh of Rajasthan)
Where to stay:You can stay at Surya Palace, Hotel Nakshatr and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: The closest railway station is Ratlam (approx. 80kms) and Udaipur (approx. 185kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
BUNDI
Bundi is a town located just 35kms from Kota district. City is surrounded by Aravalli range &beautiful lake and become more lush green during monsoon. Bundiwhich showcase the Rajput structural design, lodging some of the excellent Bundi frescos and Fort. You will see multicolored work of art which represent the stories of Lord Radha Krishna.
It is situated far from crowded cities and take you to rural villages and still retains excellent history. Here, we can visit nearby villages and interact with locals to hear stories about their rich culture.
Explore the area and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- SukhMahal
- Taragarh Fort
- Lake JaitSagar
- Garh Palace
- Chhatr Palace
- ShikarBurj
- Kshar Bag (Memorial cenotaphs of Royal family)
- Raniji Ki Baori (Stepwell)
- DabhaiKund
- Nagar SagarKund
- Lake NawalSagar
Where to stay:You can stay at Haveli BrajBhushanjee, Hotel TheHadoti Palace, IshwariNiwas Palace,Kasera Paradise and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: City has its own railway station and Jaipur (approx. 200kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
RANAKPUR
Ranakpuris a village located in Pali district of Rajasthan which show rich culture and heritage in the form of 15th Century Jain Temple situated in the lovely valley of the Aravali. Ranakpur has grand structures & beautiful sculpture. There are 1444 pillars in the temple and none of them are similar. The magic of light & shade is really awe inspiring.
During monsoon, whole area is full of greenery and gushing streams, which is an unusual sight in Rajasthan. Explore the area and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Ranakpur Jain Temple
- Leopard sighting
- Visit Jawai Dam
- Sun Temple
- Ranakpur Dam
- Trekking
- Jeep Safari
- Horse Safari
- Traditional process of jaggery making
Where to stay:You can stay atRanakpurHill Resort, Fateh Bagh Palace, The Aodhi, King’s Abodeand few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: Udaipur (approx. 90kms) is the nearestrailway station and airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
NAGAUR
This town is home to India’s largest salt water lake and history back to Mahabharata era. The stretch of this city lies with Aravalli range and during monsoon this place look fabulous.
City had seen so many battles and rulers who fought them. It is said that fort was built in 2nd century but later rebuilt in early 12th century. City is also famous for Cattle fair and Sufi music festival which is performed at the royal settings of Nagaurfort with background of beautiful gardens and fountains. It’s also a birthplace of famous poetess Meera Bai and AbulFazal.
Explore the beautiful city &its heritage culture and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Nagaur Fort
- Ahhichatragarh
- Sufi music festival
- Kuchaman City
- Cattle Fair
- Kuchaman Fort
- Ladnun (Spiritual hub of Jainism)
- Cultural Folk Dance
- Visit local tribes
Where to stay:You can stay atBhobaria Resort, Hotel Meghmount, Tentsand few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: City has its own railway station and Jodhpur (approx. 135kms) is nearest airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
KUMBHALGARH
Kumbhalgarh is surrounded by Aravalli hills and dense forest with wildlife sanctuary and impressive Kumbalgarh fort. During monsoon, entire area is full with lush green trees and whole Aravallis range make this small town more charming. It’s a must visit for the people who wants to relax and enjoy wildlife sanctuary with beautiful Kumbalgarh fort.
Fort is designed by RanaKumbha and its 36kms long wall (Second largest wall in world) and soaring towers is the most impressive to attract the tourists very easily. It has steel grey ramparts enclose the fertile SheroMallah valley with antique monuments, cenotaphs, ponds and flourishing farms.
Explore the flora and fauna of this destination and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Kumbalgarh fort
- Mammadev Temple (14th century temple)
- Wildlife sanctuary
- BadalMahal
- Vedi Temple
- Jawai Dam & Hills
- Visit local villages&tribes
- Leisure walk to explore the surrounding area
Where to stay:You can stay atThe Aodhi, Hotel Kumbhal Palace, Kumbalgarh Forest Retreat, Shahpura Kumbhal Villas and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: Udaipur (approx. 85kms) is the nearestrailway station and airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
MOUNT ABU
It’s an only hill station of Rajasthan with pleasant weather throughout the year. The lush green hills of Aravalli range make this destination more romantic during monsoon.
Mount Abu is a wonder in dessert state of Rajasthan with Blue Water NakkiLake, green forest and waterfalls. The city still have British style bungalows and royal lodge set amid hills. Visit Delwara temple which is known for their architectural splendor and exquisite stone carvings.
Explore the beautiful hill station and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Nakki Lake
- Toad Rock view point
- Guru Shikhar
- Dilwara Temple (11th century temple)
- Mount Abu Wildlife sanctuary
- Trevors Tank (Crocodile Park)
- Achalgarh Fort
- Cycling
- Leisure walk to explore the surrounding area
Where to stay:You can stay atSterling Mount Abu, CamaRajputana Club Resort, Hotel Hillock and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: City has its own railway station at a distance of 27kmsand Udaipur (approx. 175kms) is the nearestairport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
ALWAR
Alwar is one of the oldest cities of Rajasthan and also called The Gateway city of Rajasthan. City is nestled in the lap of Aravalli range with beautiful Forts, ancient monuments and buildings of culture & regional importance. It is situated within 150kms from Delhi and famous for nature reserve like Sariska Tiger Reserve and Bhangarh Fort (Haunted Place).
Due to its thick forest and lush green Aravalli hills, this area is haven for many species of birds and animals. It’s a unique city with all the places of interest and perfect destination for weekends.
Explore the areaand nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- City Palace
- The Palace Museum
- BalaQila (Fort)
- Royal family Cenotaph
- Sariska National Park
- Hill Fort Kesroli
- Silliserh lake Palace
- Fateh Jung Gumbad
- Garbhaji Waterfalls
- MotiDungri
- Sariska Palace
- Bazaza Bazar (Local market)
- Leisure walk to explore the surrounding area
Where to stay:You can stay atHill Fort Kesroli, Hotel Lemon Tree, Alwar Bagh by Aamod, Sterling Sariska, Hotel Red Fox and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: City has its own railway station and Delhi (approx. 145kms) is the nearestairport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
UDAIPUR
Udaipur is founded by MaharanaUdai Singh in 1559 AD and also referred as City of lakes, with its hilltop fortresses and palaces and the city is proud of its heritage as a center for performing arts, painting and crafts. Most of the marble palaces and fortification have now been transformed into palace hotels.
The beautiful view from City palace and Sajjangarh (Monsoon Palace) during the monsoon season make it simply breathtaking.
Explore the beautiful city and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- City Palace
- Crystal Gallery
- Jagdish Temple
- Jag Mandir
- Sahalion Ki Bari
- Sajjangarh (Monsoon Palace)
- Boat ride in Lake Pichola
- Cultural Folk Dance
- Sukhadia Circle
- BharatiyaLok Kala Mandal
- Shilpgram (Rural Art & Craft complex)
- Wax Museum
Where to stay:You can stay at The Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace, Trident, Rampratap Palace, Swaroop Vilas and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: City has its ownrailway station and airport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
MANDAWA
Mandawa is a small town in Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. It was founded in 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh and is still the home of his descendants. The region have a collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820, ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting items preserved in a museum.
The whole area of Shekhawati has beautiful frescoes, Havelis& mansions and is called the open air gallery. Take a walking tour of the painted ‘havelis’ which shows history and culture of this region.
Explore this area during the monsoon season which simply add to the beauty of Shekhawati region by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Mandawa Fort
- Chokhani Haveli
- Murmuria Haveli
- Various other Havelis
- Harlalka Well
- Camel Safari
- Explore Local bazar(Market)
- Walking tour to explore the surrounding area
Where to stay:You can stay atMandawa Castle, Welcom Heritage Inderpura Resort, Mandawa Heritage, Narayan Niwas Castle and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach:Jhunjhunu (approx. 30kms) is the nearestrailway station and Jaipur (approx. 185kms) is the nearestairport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities. It’s just a 05hours drive from Delhi.
CHITTORGARH
Chittorgarhis the well-established citadel and the capital of Mewar rulers. It narrate the stories of Rajputana pride, bravery and legendary tale of Queen Padmini. This place is full of ancient monuments, buildings of culture & regional importance. City is famous for impressive Chittorgarh Fort, which stands 180 meters high with each stone narrating its own story.
Explore the beautiful city & its heritage culture and nearby attractions by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Chittorgarh Fort
- Rani Padmini Palace
- Victory Tower (Vijay Stambh)
- Gaumukh Reservoir
- Jain Temples
- Fateh Prakash Palace
- Kalika Mata Temple (12th century temple)
- Ratan Singh Palace
- Bhamashahki Haveli
- Nagari (Town from Mauryan period)
- Cycling
- Visit local village & tribes
- Leisure walk to explore the surrounding area
Where to stay:You can stay at Hotel Pratap Palace, Kumbha Retreat & Spa, Bassi Fort Palace and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: City has its own railway station and Udaipur (approx. 110kms) is the nearestairport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
JHALAWAR
It’s a city known for natural wealth of flora & fauna. It has water laden verdant and make it different from other cities. The area have ridges and broad valleys of sandstone & shales and surrounded with hills. The orange orchards and red poppy fields look scenic during the monsoon season.
It’s a small town with rich heritage and culture with many Forts & Palace, ancient monuments, buildings of culture & regional importance.
Explore this area during the monsoon season which simply make this small town worth exploring by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Jhalawar Fort
- JhalawarMuseum
- Gagron Fort
- Buddhist Caves & Stupas (Kolvi village)
- Sun Temple (10th Century temple)
- Chandrabhaga Temple
- BhawaniNatyashala
- Herbal Garden
- Dalhanpur (Antique Place)
- Various Jain Pilgrim centres
- Leisure walk to explore the surrounding area
Where to stay:You can stay atMan Singh hotel, Hotel Jai Palace and few budget homestay with beautiful views.
How to reach: City has its own railway station and Indore (approx. 240kms) is the nearestairport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.
KEOLADEO GHANA NATIONAL PARK
It formerly known as Bharatpur Bird sanctuary (World Heritage site) with more than 370 species of birds and every year thousands of migratory waterfowl visit the area for winter breeding.The sheer number of birds has often led to the region being declared one of the richest bird areas of the world.
This bird reserve is perfect stop to explore during monsoon season with bird chirping in charming natural surroundings. Come and explore the sanctuary which simply make this bird heaven a worth visiting by selecting tours from www.visitofindia.com as per your requirement.
Things to do:
- Bharatpur Bird sanctuary
- Bharatpur Palace & Museum
- Deeg
- Ganga Mandir
- Lohagarh Fort
- Leisure walk to explore the surrounding area
Where to stay:You can stay atLaxmi Vilas Palace, Udai Vilas Palace, Surya Vilas Palace and few budget homestay with beautiful views. How to reach: City has its own railway station and Delhi (approx. 225kms) is the nearestairport which is well connected with rest of the Indian cities.