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Exploring The Royal State Of Rajasthan

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Rajasthan is India at its vibrant best and is known throughout the world for its splendiferous palaces, exotic wedding destinations , epic forts, scrumptious cuisines and warm people. Set amidst a jagged yet alluring landscape, Rajasthan envelops romance, artistry and sheer magnificence and is a regal holiday destination for people from all walks of life. Comprising mostly of the Great Indian Desert , Rajasthan is perhaps the most colourful Indian state. From Jaipur’s pink hues to blue shades of Jodhpur; and from Jaisalmer’s golden tincture to the parched complexion of the futile desert, Rajasthan is sloshed in jazzy flamboyance.   The former land of royalties , it is a land of never-ending diversity. Synonymous to heroism and honour, Rajasthan was established in an era that marked wartime ballads and is a perfect destination for those who want to delve into its glorious remnants. Let’s glance through the royalties of Rajasthan : Mewar Dynasty Royal family of Alsi

Osian - The Golden Town Of Thar

The ancient town in Rajasthan, Osian is an oasis in the Thar Desert . Located in Jodhpur District in western Rajasthan, Osian lies 65 kilometer north of the 'Blue City' , on a diversion off the Bikaner-Jodhpur Highway. Surrounded by the golden sand dunes and pithy hamlets of the Thar, Osian was a prominent trading center on the Silk Route between the 8th and 12th century until the trade came to an abrupt halt with armies of Muhammad Ghori attacking the town in 1195. Known throughout the state of Rajasthan as the home to the cluster of ruined Jain and Brahmanical temples, Osian once served as a major pilgrimage site during the Gurjara Pratihara dynasty , which ruled the whole of the northern India between 6th and 11th century. It was a major religious centre revered by kingdom of Marwar. Previously known as Upkeshpur, it was a famous pilgrimage site for the Oswal Jain community. However, most of their shrines and temples lie in ruins today. At that time, the town