Historical Scenario (Rajasthan)

Copper artifacts discovered in different locations across Rajasthan shed significant light on the cultural evolution of this region. Among the notable repositories of copper implements are Jharol (in Udaipur), Kurada (in Nagore), and Sabania (in Bikaner).

Harihar temple of Osian, Neelkanth temple of Rajorgarh, Adivarah temple of Ahad and Harshat Mata temple of Abhaneri were built during the period of Gurjar-Pratihar. Pratihara ruler Mihirbhoj was a follower of Vaishnavism and adopted the title of 'Adivarah' and 'Prabash'. The ancient, artistic temple of Harshat Mata is in Abhaneri. Abhaneri is famous for Harshat Mata temple and Chand Bavari. Statues of almost all main Hindu deities are found here. These magnificent statues of around 8th-9th century were related to Gurjar-Pratihar rulers of this area.

Varika Vishnuvardhan Victory Tower situated in Bayana Fort belongs to the Gupta period. He is considered to be a feudatory of Gupta Emperor Samudragupta. Varika Vishnuvardhan was a king of Varika tribe in Malwa.

Gagron fort stands out from Giri Forts like those in Jalore, Chittorgarh, and Siwana. Situated in the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, Gagron Fort is unique as it combines elements of both hill and water forts. Its distinctiveness led to its recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013, as part of the ensemble of Hill Forts in Rajasthan.

'Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli' is a beautiful and historic mansion located in the heart of Jaisalmer city in Rajasthan. The Haveli is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Jaisalmer and is known for its stunning architecture and rich history.

Taragarh Fort of Ajmer is also known as 'Garbhithalai'. It was built by King Ajaypal in the 7th century. This is the reason, it is also known as Ajaymeru fort. It came to be known as Garbhithalai after Vitthal Das Gaur, a knight of Mughal emperor Shahjahan.

Gagron Fort is situated in Jhalawar district of Rajasthan and is an example of hill and water fort, one of 12 kinds of Vedic Fort Architecture known as Jal Durg.

Jahangir's Palace of Rajasthan is situated in Pushkar. It was built for a long stay of Mughal ruler Jahangir at Pushkar in 17th Century.

'Chaurasi Khambon Ki Chhatari' is situated in Bundi. It was built in 1683, by Rao Anirudha Singh.

Hawamahal, located in Jaipur, was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. This palace has hundreds of windows which were built for women of the king’s family. Palace celebrated its second centenary in 1999.