• By Prerna Targhotra
  • Sat, 30 Mar 2024 09:04 AM (IST)
  • Source:JND

Rajasthan Day 2024: The occasion of Rajasthan Day is celebrated to commemorate the foundation and formation of Rajasthan. Known to be the largest state of India by area and second-largest by population, Rajasthan marked its foundation on 30 March 1949. Celebratory events are organised by the state government in the Albert Hall of Jaipur to celebrate this day. Rajasthan is the heart of the country and is popular for its vibrant culture, rich heritage, and breathtaking landscapes. It is a land of regal charm and attracts millions of visitors throughout the year. On the special occasion of Rajasthan Day, we bring you some amazing facts about this state that you might not be aware of. 

Amazing Facts About Rajasthan

Rajasthan holds the pride of being the largest state of India in terms of area and population. From vast desert stretches to rugged Aravali mountain ranges, Rajasthan covers a rich topography as compared to any other state in India.

Rajasthan is often known as the most colour-coordinated state. The popular cities of Rajasthan are devoted to a separate colour; Jaipur is Pink, Jodhpur is Blue, Udaipur is White and Jhalawar is Purple.

Rajasthan has only one hill station, Mount Abu.

India’s only saline river, Luni, flows through the Thar Desert in Rajasthan and concludes in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat.

There are three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Rajasthan – Keoladeo National Park, Jantar Mantar of Jaipur and Hill Forts of Rajasthan which include Chittor Fort, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Ranthambore Fort, Gagron Fort, Amer Fort, Jaisalmer Fort.

The signature Palace on Wheels train operating in Rajasthan, is one of the world’s most luxurious trains.

The state of Rajasthan also has numerous haunted places. However, of all those, Bhangarh Fort tops the list. It is also one of the most haunted places in India.

According to the ancient scriptures, Pushkar is also home to the only Lord Brahma temple in the world.

The capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur, was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the year 1727. However, before Jaipur, Amber was the capital of the state under the reign of Maharaja Jai Singh II.

The state shares its boundary with five states, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

The state also has a unique topology which includes infertile land in the west (mainly deserts) and fertile land in the east.