Portrait of Rajasthan

Exploring the state of Rajasthan, this book includes photographs and text which describe the Thar Desert in the west and the Aravalli Range as well as majestic forts and intricately carved temples, including the world-famous Dilwara Temples. It also includes a section on princes and palaces that reveals the world of the Maharajas.

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The largest state in India in terms of area, Rajasthan is a fascinating region, explored in full in this beautifully illustrated book. Stunning photographs and informative text reveal all that Rajasthan has to offer, from the Thar Desert in the west and the Aravalli Range, one of the world's oldest mountain ranges, to majestic forts and intricately carved temples, including the world-famous Dilwara Temples. A section on princes and palaces reveals the world of the Maharajas, while arts and crafts, performance, festivals and people are all explored in detail. Transport, street life and village life give a flavour of everyday life for the people of Rajasthan, while sections on wildlife and the desert really showcase everything that this beautiful region has to offer.