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Best places to visit in Rajasthan in August: The best time to visit Rajasthan is between October and March, when the weather is cool and pleasant. However, August is also a good time to visit as the monsoon rains are usually over by then and the weather is not too hot. Also, some festivals are celebrated in August, such as the Teej festival which celebrates the arrival of the monsoon. If you visit in August, don't forget to pack light cotton clothes and carry an umbrella!
1) To Jaipur
Known as the 'Pink City', Jaipur wears new monsoon clothes and gets rid of the summer dust in August. Jaipur becomes beautiful in August after the summer and you can enjoy a holiday there. Jaipur is rich in festivals, history, tradition and culture. Jaipur is a perfect blend of modern and traditional culture, so you can enjoy your trip here during monsoon.
2) Sawai Madhopur, Ranthambore
To get a glimpse of the ancient city of Rajasthan, you must visit Sawai Madhopur during your Rajasthan trip in August. Most of the city comes under the National Reserve Park. Know more about what to do in Ranthambore.
You can visit the bird sanctuary and don't forget to visit the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. You must visit Sawai Madhapur once to experience the natural beauty and exotic wildlife.
Other attractions of Ranthambore:
Ranthambore National Park: The park was formerly a royal hunting ground and is one of the largest national parks in North India. It is home to a large number of tigers and other wildlife.
Ranthambore Fort: Located within the national park, the Ranthambore Fort was built in the 9th century. The fort is a popular tourist destination and houses many historical features including temples, mosques, and palaces.
Rajbagh Lake: Located within the national park, Rajbagh Lake is a popular spot for bird watching. The lake is also home to many crocodiles and turtles.
Jogi Mahal: Located on the banks of the Rajbagh Lake, Jogi Mahal is a ruined palace that was once used as a hunting lodge by the Maharajas of Jaipur.
Tiger Show: A popular activity in Ranthambhore National Park, tiger shows are conducted by trained guides who provide information about tigers and their habitat.
3) Jalore
You can choose Jalore to spend a few days during your tour to enjoy monsoon in Rajasthan. Known as the 'city of granite and grandeur', this city is surrounded by Aravallis. So, monsoon attracts this place, and you can enjoy your days here.
When the sky is covered with grey clouds, the entire city of Jalore looks mysterious from the top of Jalore Fort. The backdrop of the Aravalli Mountains is the icing on the cake. You can also visit the Sundha Mata Temple built on the top of Sundha Mountain. You must visit this place once to see the natural beauty of Rajasthan in monsoon.
Popular attractions of Jalore: Jalore Fort, Swarn Giri Fort, Fish Viewing Point, Suraj Pol, Sair Temple Jalore
4) Mount Abu
When you are in Rajasthan in August, you cannot miss the wonderful hill station of Mount Abu. You can come here in monsoon to enjoy the heavenly beauty. Mount Abu is the best place for honeymoon couples during monsoon. Apart from this, you can also enjoy many adventure sports here like trekking, hiking, zip-lining etc.
Popular Attractions of Mount Abu: Famous places for sightseeing are Guru Shikhar, Nakke Lake, Mount Abu Sanctuary, Toad Rock Viewpoint, Dilwara Jain Temple, etc. The beautiful valley full of greenery will soothe your eyes and you can create some memories of a lifetime.
5) Jaisalmer
If you are in Rajasthan and miss the camel safari of Thar Desert, then it will be a big miss for you. The 'Golden City' Jaisalmer is the gateway to the Thar Desert and is beautiful and grand in itself. The Jaisalmer Fort and all the houses in this city are golden in color on the sand and they always tell the story of royalty.
The city is adorned with magnificent havelis of wealthy merchants. While you are here, you must visit the Patwa Haveli, a symbol of Rajasthani architecture.
Attractions: The most popular attractions in Jaisalmer include the Jaisalmer Fort, Jain temples and lakes and havelis.
6) Udaipur
If you want to see stunning lakes, amazing temples, grand havelis and palaces, Udaipur is the best place to visit in August. Once you are here, do not forget to visit the exclusive City Palace complex spread along the banks of Pichola Lake.
When it rains, enjoy a boat ride on Pichola Lake. Nothing can be more romantic than this! Also, visit the City Palace Museum where you can experience the royalty of the royal family.
7) Boondi
Surrounded by rivers and hills, Bundi looks extremely beautiful during monsoons, when the rivers are full of water and clouds float around the mountains. The sight of dancing peacocks and rainbows after heavy rains from the Bundi Palace will make you want to come here again and again!
You can also enjoy the raindrops on famous lakes like Nawal Sagar, Jait Sagar and Dugari. You can also visit the stunning waterfalls located 30 km away from Bundi.
8) Bharatpur
For off-beat travelers and nature lovers, you can arrange a trip to Keoladeo in Rajasthan. The bird sanctuary is the main attraction of this place and is known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
Keoladeo National Park has around 375 species of birds. Monsoon, especially August, is the best time to visit Keoladeo National Park as during this time you can spot a variety of migratory birds including waterfowl and Siberian cranes.
9) Jodhpur
Jodhpur is famous for its magnificent palaces and hills. A walk around the city will give you an idea of the grandeur of the royal houses of Rajasthan.
10) Nimrana
You can enjoy the Nimrana Palace and the city the most during monsoon as the palace is completely decorated with colorful lights.
Hopefully, now you have got to know the best places to visit in Rajasthan in August. Monsoon is here for a short time, so you need to pack all the happiness in the limited time. Plan your holidays during August and visit interesting places.
Apart from the places mentioned above, you can also visit Alwar, Banswara, Bikaner, Samson Dunes, Chittorgarh, etc. Actually, there are countless places in Rajasthan that you can enjoy in August. So, pack your bags and start the journey.
