India Unbound PO Box 255 Carlton South 3053 Vic Australia 1300 889 513 Have you ever felt like getting away from the routine work life? Are you the adventurous explorer that delights in discovering new culture and ways of life? Maybe it’s time you pack your bags and go on a holiday. Travel to India and discover the magnificence of nature. India tour packages are both affordable and organized. As a tourist, you’ll have a guide to take you to all the planned places and explain the history and significance of these places of interest. Though the national language of India is Hindi, over twenty two languages are spoken across the country, however, you don’t have to worry about communication when you travel to India since almost everyone speaks English. The country is also diverse in culture and religion. The majority of the population consists of Hindus, Muslims or Christians. It is St. Thomas the disciple that took Christianity and the Mughal conquerors that took Islam to India. A Brief Mystical History of India Tours to India include places that have a historical significance. You will learn that India was once known as ‘Aryavartha’ and is believed to be the centre from where our race of people originated. Scholars all over the world debate about this theory though. When you travel to India, you will realize that most of India’s history is remodelled based on its epics which were initially passed on orally, and written down later. Epics such as ‘the Mahabharata’ and ‘The Ramayana’ are equivalent to Homer’s ‘Iliad’ and ‘Odyssey’ to the Indians, and reveal much of what archaeology has failed to discover. A Brief Archaeological History of India When you choose an India tour package, you should visit Delhi; the capital city of India. The national museum is a must see place since it has artefacts that have been excavated and preserved from ancient cities in India. According to scientific discovery, the oldest cities in India are Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro which belonged to the Indus Valley Civilization. Then came the Aryan civilization and few other minor settlements till the birth of the Mauryan Empire ruled by King Ashoka, which started a new era. Discover India’s History Yourself by Visiting Monuments India tours are exciting because there are a variety of monuments based on different eras and a diverse culture. When you travel to India, make sure you visit the Taj Mahal and other famous monuments. You could buy a pocket Indian history book so as you visit each monument, you can read about its history. Physically being present in front of the monument will help you connect with the past. Rajasthan is the largest among the twenty eight States in India and is located in the in the North West region. It is known as the ‘Land of Kingdoms’ or ‘The Land of Kings’ since it has a large number of royal palaces and forts. The capital city of the state is Jaipur. Rajasthan tourism is quite popular since the State is rich with traditional Indian values. Rajasthan was once ruled by princes known as the Rajputs when it was called ‘Rajputana’. It became an Indian state and was renamed ‘Rajasthan’ on 30th March 1949. Parts of the State are located on land that once belonged to one of the oldest civilizations know to mankind, The Indus Valley civilization. Rajasthan tour packages are quite affordable and comprehensive; they cover most important places of interest in the State. Weather Conditions to Help You Plan Your Rajasthan Tour It is good to know what weather conditions are prevalent at different times of the year so you can plan your Rajasthan tour accordingly and also carry the right clothing. The weather can be divided into four categories – Pre Monsoon; between April and June when it gets very hot (32 – 45 Degrees Celsius) and the Great Indian Desert of which Rajasthan is part of becomes dry. Winds from the western region bring in dust storms. The second category is Monsoon; between June and September when temperatures drop and the State receives rainfall. The third category is Post Monsoon; between September and November when it gets hot again and temperatures vary between 33 – 38 Degrees Celsius. The fourth category is winter; between December and March when it is most favourable for a Rajasthan tour; at times, the temperature has fallen as low as 0 degrees Celsius at times with slight rainfall once in a while. The Arbuda Mountains The highest range of mountains in Rajasthan is Mount Abu in the Sirohi District. The highest peak is ‘Guru Shikhar’. During your Rajasthan tour, try and visit this range known as an ‘oasis’ since it is surrounded by desert and still has forests, rivers and lakes. There are many Jain temples in this region. The mountain range is considered sacred and has many myths associated with it. It has considerably contributed Rajasthan tourism. Customize your Rajasthan Tour Package It is possible to customize your package. All you have to do is a bit of research about Rajasthan and get in touch with the tour company online and discuss your places of interest. They will take care of the formalities and procedures. Lincoln Harris is an expert author for writing articles and currently working for IndiaUnbound.net in Victoria, Australia and already written so many India Tour Packages, India Tours, North India Tours, Tours to India, Travel to India. For more information please visit http://www.indiaunbound.net/