State of Rajasthan

Places in this region

Image of Marwari Horses located in State of Rajasthan, India | Marwari horse.
State of Rajasthan, India

Marwari Horses

Old and brave breed of warhorses known for their elegant, curved ears

Renowned for their bravery in battle and recognized by ears that curve into a perfect arch, the Marwari Horses of India were once the exclusive steeds of the Rajput rulers. Named for Marwar... »

Natural Wonders, Fascinating Fauna | Edited by allison and Nicholas Jackson

Image of Ancient Stepwells of India located in State of Rajasthan, India | Chand Baori
State of Rajasthan, India

Ancient Stepwells of India

Thousands of exquisitely carved stone water storage wells, hundreds of stone steps, one tragic love story

In 1864, the famous French world traveler Louis Rousselet described "[a] vast sheet of water, covered with lotuses in flower, amid which thousands of aquatic birds are sporting..." at the shores... »

Long Now Locations, Incredible Ruins | Edited by Annetta and Dylan

Image of Sati handprints located in State of Rajasthan, India | View of the fort over Jodhpur
State of Rajasthan, India

Sati handprints

Fifteen Jodhpur queens left their handprints before going to their fiery death

The entrance to the imposing Mehrangarh Fort is guarded by a series of seven famous gates. To the left of innermost gate, Loha Pol, or "Iron Gate", are 15 small handprints left by the wives of the... »

Memento Mori | Edited by Annetta