The Instagrammer’s guide to Rajasthan

Rajasthan is a mélange of colour and vibrance with a new story to be told at every corner. From the beautiful forts of Jaipur and Udaipur that tell tales of Rajputani princes and princesses, to the chaos of the Rajasthani markets selling colourful fabric, there is always something exciting to capture on the streets.

Take a photo walk through Rajasthan with these pictures that best describe the essence of Rajasthan:

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City Palace, Udaipur

City Palace, Udaipur is every photographer’s paradise. Inspired by Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, the palace is built on a hill and offers a panoramic view of the city. Peering out of the palace windows, you can get a gorgeous view of Lake Pichola, Jag Mandir and the Monsoon Palace. Get your panorama shots of Rajasthan from here!

Jal Mahal, Jaipur

Jal Mahal or the Water Palace is built in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur. The palace is best shot early morning or at sunset, when the last rays of the sun strike elegantly off the red sandstone of the palace walls.

Gadsisar Lake, Jaisalmer

The Gadsisar Lake is a rainwater lake surrounded by intrinsically carved temples and shrines and boasts of a magnificent sandstone archway that greets visitors at the entrance. In the wee hours of the morning you can find an array of beautiful migratory birds that look stunning perched against the backdrop of Jaisalmer Fort.

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur

Built 1799 using red and pink sandstone, Hawa Mahal is one of Rajasthan’s most awe-inspiring pieces of architecture. Its unique five storied exteriors resembling a honeycomb is composed of 953 windows decorated with detailed latticework. Go crazy with your camera and get those closeup shots of the incredibly detailed wall designs or capture the glory of the palace in its entirety, from a distance.