Horse riding tours in Rajasthan are an ideal way of touring incredible Rajasthan. Equally popular as camel rides, the horse rides are found at most parts of state. Many tourists opt for sightseeing on a horseback to explore famous sights such as City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Sahelion ki Bari, Rana Pratap Memorial, Kumbhalgarh Fort and Lake Pichola. A horse ride into Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is a memorable experience. One can spot an array of birds and animals, endangered species and virgin deciduous forest. Moving ahead of the sanctuary, one gets the option of staying over at Narlai village. The village has some lovely horse breeding farms and Marwari horses with perfect pedigree. Pushkar town bordering the Thar Desert is another great location for horse riding. Enjoy the beautiful countryside and ride to Pushkar Camel Fair on Marwari horses. Besides sightseeing, the other activities that can be included at Narlai are horse trekking, camel riding in the desert sand dunes, shopping and more.
The other places ideal for horse riding are Sunrise Water Park in Jaipur, Ranakpur, Ajmer among others. At Ranakpur, the horse riders can ride through the paths of the beautiful Aravalli mountains and lesser known streets to enjoy the magnificent views of the scenic village. The village is a home to beautiful lakes and Jain temples. At Udaipur city, the horse riding experience is pleasant and regal. The popular Ranakpur Jain temple can be explored by horse and many horse riding trails are available in and around Ranakpur. Tourists mainly choose Marwari horses, a descendant of Indian ponies and Arabian horses, over other horse breeds for riding as these horses are well-trained and known for its loyalty. The recommended time to indulge in horses riding is between the months of October to March when the weather is said to be moderate and pleasant.
Those of you who want to watch the livestock of Rajasthan, under one roof can visit the place during the annual Pushkar Camel Fair, a cultural fete considered to be one of the country’s top-rated travel spectacle. Watch thousands of horses, camels and cattle. The festival that kick starts with a camel race offers tourists a plenty of opportunities. The activities range from horse rides, camel rides, handicrafts shopping, traditional fairs to cultural performances and exhibitions. The vast track of deserts, isolated hills, sand dunes and stunning landscapes makes Rajasthan an ideal location for conducting horse riding tours in Rajasthan. There are many tour operators that organise horseback safaris and riding holidays.
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This place is the reason Bharatpur is so well-known all over India. Keoladeo Ghana National Park, more commonly known as Bharatpur Bird sanctuary, is one of the must-vist tourist attractions in Bharatpur, and for good reason. The intensity of wildlife that one can experience in Bharatpur is startling. Though most well-known for the hordes of birds that its hosts ear-round, the sanctuary also has a rich variety of flora and fauna, all of which makes the sanctuary a wildly active place throughout the year. The best season to visit this sanctuary is around October- November. Most migratory birds have arrived by then and the chirp and bustle of the place is magnificent. The summer months, when the cranes have begun their beautiful courtship dances, are also interesting months to visit the sanctuary in. There are accommodations inside the sanctuary if you wish to explore the place at all hours. This is definitely one of the necessary places to visit in Bharatpur. Timings: 8 am to 5 pmPrice: Rs. 50 per person for Indians; Rs. 400 per person for foreign tourists; Rs. 100 for rickshaw rideLocation: Agra-Jaipur Highway, Bharatpur, Rajasthan 302001
Chittorgarh Fort is one of the most important places to visit in Chittorgarh. This historical fort is the pride of the Rajasthani town as it stands imposingly upon the top of a hill, looking down protectively over the city. Nearly all of Chittorgarh’s attractions are housed inside the fort. The Chittorgarh Fort is a massive structure which was first built in the 7th century and covers an area of approximately 700 acres. There are several grand sights to be seen inside the fort itself apart from the commanding views that can be seen of the environs of Chittorgarh. The fort, which is also known as Water Fort, contained 84 water bodies inside its grounds, of which 22 exist today. The Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, Rana Kumbha Palace, Meera mandir and other consequential structures are also housed inside the formidable fort. Timings: 9:30 am to 6:30 pmPrice: Rs. 10 for Indians; Rs. 100 for foreigners Location: Chittorgarh, Rajasthan 312001
If you are looking for some thrills in Alwar, visiting its “most haunted place” is the best way to fulfil the desire. Bhangarh Fort, on the border of the Sariska Tiger Reserve is one of the best places to visit in Alwar and has long held its spooky reputation. Though it is a well-preserved fort, the ‘supernatural’ occurrences that seem to occur within its premises tend to ward off many people. If you are eager to explore Alwar in all its facets, haunted and otherwise, a visit to this fort is a must. Do it while the light lasts, since ghosts are said to hang out here at night. Though spooky, Bhangarh Fort is one of the best places to visit in Alwar for some unique memories. Timings: 6 am to 6 pmLocation: Gola ka baas, Rajgarh Tehsil, Alwar, Bhangarh, Rajasthan 301410
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