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Rajasthan is a large state in northwestern India.
It is the homeland of the Rajputs, who are known
for their chivalry, valor and heroism. The capital is Jaipur
and other large cities are Ajmer , Jodhpur , Bikaner , Kota
, and Udaipur. Rajasthan has a total area of 343,000 sq. km.
Rajasthan is among the richest states in the country as far
as the field of arts and crafts is concerned. Stone, clay,
leather, wood, ivory, lac, glass, brass, silver, gold and
textiles are given the most brilliant forms. Some of the
popular crafts are, Meenakari, Jewelry, Ivory, Lac and
Glass, Sandalwood and Wood, Stone, Hand Printing fabrics,
mirror work costumes etc. The exotic and vividly colorful
state of Rajasthan India is synonymous with majestic forts,
stately palaces, lakes, sand dunes, camels and people
dressed in brightly-colored costumes.
General Information :
342,239 Sq Km
56, 473, 122 (2001)
Jaipur
Rajasthani, Hindi |
