Desert tourism

DESERT TOURISM IN INDIA

1. DESERT TOURISM IN INDIA

2. Desert is an undulating sand plain covered with sand dunes. Deserts in I ndia are mainly spread over the states of Rajasthan and southern portion of Punjab , Haryana and Gujarat . Their history and never changing dynamics have attracted many sightseers around the globe . World famous Thar Desert is spread over huge area of more than 200,000 sq.km(77,000sq.mi ) and being the 9 th largest tropical desert in the world, it is one of the most sought after tourist place in I ndia .   INTRODUCTION

3. LOCATED Indian Desert lies towards the western margins of Aravalli hills. Thar Desert is located in the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent t, to the west of Aravalli Range. It slopes to the south into the Rann of Kachchh,Gujarat and to the west into the Indus valley of Pakisthan .

4. CLIMATE Desert region receives very low rainfall below 150mm per year, all falling in between July and September. Streams appear during rainy season The climate is harsh with temperatures ranging from near freezing up to 50ºC . The Thar desert has a Tropical dry climate. East of the Thar desert, the region running from Punjab and Haryana to Kathiawar experiences a Tropical and Sub Tropical steppe climate.

5. PEOPLE The Indian Desert is mainly inhabited by Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs . A colourful culture and rich tradition prevails in desert . The people have a great passion for music and poetry . The main occupation of people in the desert is agriculture and animal husbandry . The living standard of people in the desert is low.

6. THAR DESERT JAISALMER JODHPUR BIKANER

7. THAR DESERT The Thar Desert is also known as “ Great Indian Desert ” It is a large, arid region in the north-western part of the Indian subcontinent. It forms a natural boundary running along the border between I ndia and P akisthan .

8. It lies mostly in the Indian State of Rajasthan, and extents into the southern portion of Haryana and Punjab states and into Northern Gujarat state . The diversified habitat and Beautiful ecosystem of the Thar desert offers many tourist attractions in this region  THAR DESERT

9. It is also home to some endangered species of wild animals, which are vanishing in other parts of the country. THAR DESERT

10. Desert Cities of Thar The Desert cities of Rajasthan includes : Jaisalmer -Golden city Jodhpur -Blue city / Sun city Bikaner

11. JAISALMER Jaisalmer is a city in Thar Desert of the westmost frontier of India in the state Rajasthan. Jaisalmer is also known as the “Golden City”. Also called as Jewel of Desert. This city is very close to P akisthan border. The camel safari in the sand dunes of J aisalmer gives an unforgettable experience.

12. Desert Camel Safari The best way to explore the Thar region of India is using the Camel Safari Camel Safari around the desert city of Jaisalmer is one of the most visited and major attraction of the city.   The  adventures Camel Safari is the best and unique way to explore the desert region, its color and culture

13. JAISALMER DESERT FESTIVAL Jaisalmer Desert Festival is an annual event organized by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation. Location is on Sam Sand Dunes 42 km from Jaisalmer . It is a colorful festival held in February every year.  During the desert  Festival ,  colorful folk culture of royal Rajasthan can be seen. C amel races, Turban tying competitions, The snake charmers , Folk performers , Puppeteers ,  Art and C rafts are the major attraction of the festival.

14. MAJOR ATTRACTIONS JAISALMER FORT GHADSISAR(LAKE) JAIN TEMPLES HAVELIS

15. JAISALMER FORT

16. GHADSISAR (LAKE)

17. JAIN TEMPLE

18. HAVELI

19. JODHPUR J odhpur is also known as the Sun City . It is the second largerst city in the state of Rajasthan. Jodhpur is set at the edge of Thar Desert in Rajasthan . Jodhpur Desert Camp: The most famous Jodhpur Desert Camp is located in Osian villiage on Jodhpur- Jaisalmer highway

20. JODHPUR DESERT FESTIVAL Jodhpur Desert festival expresses culture and traditions of Rajasthan . The Most Famous Jodhpur Festival is Marwar Festival . Jodhpur Desert Festival also includes Jodhpur International Desert Kite Festival and Fair . The Jodhpur Desert Festival serves as a platform to perform local customs that have been there since times immemorial.

21. MAJOR ATTRACTIONS MEHRANGARH FORT UMAID BHAVAN PALACE JASWANT THADA MANDORE

22. MEHRANGARH FORT

23. UMAID BHAVAN PALACE

24. JASWANT THADA

25. MANDORE

26. BIKANER MAGICAL CHARM OF DESERT IS HERE..  Bikaner is a city in the Thar Desert of the north-west Indian state of Rajasthan. Camel Safari in the unending sand land constitutes one of the best adventures which one can have in his desert safari tour. The D esert has less vegetation and wild life to see. Staying overnight in tents and mud huts , and enjoying various amusing activities are full of fun.

27. MAJOR ATTRACTIONS JUNAGARH FORT LALGARH PALACE LAXMI NIVAS PALACE BIKANER CAMEL RESEARCH CENTER

28. JUNAGARH FORT

29. LALGARH PALACE

30. LAXMI NIVAS PALACE

31. IN SHORT Desert Tourism is one of the most emerging tourism concept in India. Rajasthan Thar Desert is most famous desert region in India. The Camel Safari and Camping and Desert Festivals are other major attractions of desert tourism. A ttracts lots of domestic and foreign tourist every year.

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