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Rohet is a fortified village in the state of Rajasthan in India. Famous for its colorful village safaris that introduce guests to the fascinating local culture and traditions, Rohet is a destination worth visit on any tour to Rajasthan. Indianholiday offers online information and bookings for fascinating Tours to Rohet Rajasthan.
Rohet served as the desert home of the descendants of the 16th century Rathore of the Champawat clan, Thakur Dalpat Singh I. in 1622 A.D., the Maharaja of Jodhpur granted the ‘Jagir’ (fiefdom) of Rohet to Dalpat Singh I as a mark of appreciation for the courage and bravery shown by the latter during the battle. Generations of heroic noble men have built this heritage village where the inroads of modernity are yet to encroach upon the traditional values and courteous Rajput hospitality. Even today, visitors will surely experience the famed warmth of gracious Rajput hospitality while on tours to Rohet Rajasthan.
Your Rohet Tour will acquaint you with the rich cultural heritage and tradition of the land. Visitors are cordially invited to the local homes and received thereupon with warmth and affection. Guests can interact with the various communities inhabiting Rohet and get a valuable insight into their worlds and ways of life. Some of the famous communities you will come across while on tours to Rohet Rajasthan include the Bhishnois – arguably the world’s first ecologists, who had been responsible for the survival of rare species like the black buck antelope; the semi nomadic Raika shepherds of Marwar who are widely known for their brilliant crimson and marigold costumes; the Paliwals and the Meghwals – famed farmer and weaver communities respectively.
On Tours to Rohet , you will also witness traditional folk ceremonies which symbolize friendship and brotherhood and features local artisans at work, making leather articles, pottery and woven handicrafts. Rohet is also home to a wide variety of wildlife, including the 3 species of antelope – the Chinkara, the blue bull and the black buck. The village is also a bird watching paradise, with almost 200 domestic and migratory species residing here.
Participate in the vibrant and colorful festivals celebrated in Rohet while on tours to Rohet. Celebrated with great pomp and splendor, these festivals are among the prime attractions of Rohet. Particularly famed is the Festival of Gangaur – the celestial marriage of God Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Human embodiments of the God and Goddess Ishar and Gangaur are adorned and displayed in traditional regalia. The festival ends with the Gangaur Mela whereby the two deities are taken out amidst ceremonial procession, and the sacred marriage ceremony is performed.
How to Reach Rohet:
By Air :– The nearest airport to Rohet is at Jodhpur.
By Rail :– The nearest railway station is at Ratlam in Madhya Pradesh, about 80 km from Rohet. Ratlam is well connected with major cities in India.
By Road :– Frequent buses ply from Rohet to major cities like Ahmedabad, Baroda, Ujjain, Bhopa, Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Mount Abu, Bombay, Delhi etc.
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