More accessible than ever, Rajasthan, the "land of kings", was a crossroads of European-Asian trade on a southern branch of the Great Silk route. Its merchants' havelis in the desert cities of Jaisalmer or Bikaner testify to the riches such trade brought, but on the wetter and more fertile lands to the east, Princes fought with each other for over a thousand years for the control of territory, trade and tradition. Palaces, forts and temples were the result, producing an astonishing blend of Hindu, Jain and Islamic traditions, which shaped everything from modest country estates to magnificent royal residences. Although Princely States were scattered across India, Rajasthan is widely thought of as the real home of the traditional Maharajas and their often exotic homes.

A Regal Hospitality The celebrated Lake Palace and the opulent Fateh Prakash in the City Palace of Udaipur are just two, which have captured the world’s imagination. Yet nearby the immensely hospitable and atmospheric Deogarh Mahal, set above its tiny village, has won the heart of every guest. Sympathetic modernization has also made it possible to stay comfortably at the attractive Samode Haveli in Jaipur’s Old City, or at Samode Palace, beautifully designed and decorated and set in the heart of a largely untouched village. The more modest painted havelis of the Shekhavati merchants, the red sandstone Fort Chanwa at Luni or the exquisite Udai Bilas Palace at Dungarpur are further off the beaten track.

A Regal Hospitality Architectural masterpiece and symbol of eternal love, Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world. Lying on the bank of river Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is located in Agra, a historical Indian city, Taj Mahal was built by famous Mughal ruler Shahjahan in memory of his favourite wife, Mumtaj Mahal. Taking a huge 22 years to build, the wonder palace gets its appropriate description in Tagore words “a teardrop in the cheek of time”.

The great architectural wonder, Taj Mahal with its unique calligraphy, mosaic motifs, mausoleum and domes is undoubtedly one of the best tourist fascination in india. The world famous palace calls tourists from all over to witness the best preserved architectural heritage and an epitome of eternal love in its milky white pristine marbles.

Giving tourists a rare experience, lily like gleam of Taj Mahal is a lovely exploration of Indian architectural beauty. The joy of discovering the Taj Mahal comes to its highest point when sightseeing take place under the moonlight, especially on full-moon night. Discovering the Taj Mahal in presence of moon, one sees the whole of the immense mausoleum glowing along with the bright moon. Gardens around the palace are another delight to walk into. Square shaped, the garden has a pool in the centre having four subsidiary canals flow.

Khajuraho Temples Built between the period of 10th and 12th century, Khajuraho temple complex are great archaeological treasure of India. Dating more than one thousand year back, the elegant temple structure was built by the then ruler of Chandela dynasty, who clad the whole capital with numerous of tanks and beautiful temples. The temple complex with its numerous erotic sculptures is a fine portrayal of sexual and spiritual significance of the country. Khajuraho, the land of moon god, had total 85 of temples amongst which only 20 survive today.

The temple complex built in north-Indian ‘Nagara’ style of architecture are today the unique gift of love from India to the world. The temple complex of Khajuraho with its unique erotic art have become today one of the best place to witness the historical and architectural significance of the country. Richest and largest of all temple groups, Western Complex of the temples are designated as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The other prominent site of the temple complex are Eastern and Southern Complex.

Most of the famous temples like Lakshmana Temple, Kandaria Temple, Devi Jagdamba Temple, Chandragupta Temple and Parvati Temple are part of Western Complex, while Jain Group Of Temples, The Vamana Temple and Adinath Temple are in Eastern Complex

Performing ArtsMultifaceted culture and heritage of India, in true way, is the biggest asset of the country which dates thousands years back to period of earliest civilization. Blissfully, the country still preserves its rich culture and heritage in various of its forms like arts, crafts, religion, philosophy and tradition. Performing arts, being the innate form of Indian culture and heritage, has been celebrated in the country for thousands years. Be it music, dance or theater, every form of performing art of India is known for its uniqueness and symbolise its age-old rich culture and tradition.

Music: Based on the principles of Nava Rasas (nine emotions – Love, Humour, Pathos, Anger, Heroism, Terror, Disgust, Wonder and Serenity) of Rishi Bharata, the Indian music tradition stresses upon treating Riyaj (musical practice) as devotion and worship. With the help of Raga, Tala and Shrutis, musicians evoke variety of feelings and moods before the audience. Today, divided in two strains, Carnatic (South Indian music tradition) and Hindustani (North Indian music tradition), the Indian music tradition has got its styles changed or innovated, but sustains its roots very beautifully.

Dance: Like music, traditional Indian dance form is also structured on the age-old Natya Shashtra, written around 200 AD by sage Bharata. Mythically adored Taandav dance of lord Shiva and widespread Devdasi dance constitute the solid base of rich dance form in the country. Several of popular classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, and folk dance forms like Bhangra, Bhavai, Jatra, Bihu and Santhali are today predominant part of various dance tradition of the country.

Theater: According to Natya Shashtra, origin of theater in India is a divine occurrence. The Nava Rasas (nine emotions), which are intrinsic part of the performance are meant to evoke live emotion and mood before spectators. Dance and music are two innate parts upon which success of a theatrical performance is based. Traditional theatrical performance in India deals with the dramatic representation of ancient rituals and festive occasions, which find deeper religious and spiritual significance.