Rajasthan > Exploring Raj > Adventure Travel > Rallies

When motorcars first started coming to India, Rajasthan’s princes and aristocracy were among the earliest to order them. No wonder the state has such an extensive network of roads that connects even small towns and villages. These, in turn, have become the venue for various rallies.

Vintage car rally

An annual event, the Jaipur Vintage Car Rally has become an important one on the Indian social calendar. Held in January and keenly contested, it invites prestigious entries. Since some of the aristocratic families have still kept their vintages in their garages, the turnout too is impressive, with some cars dating back to the very early years of the turn of the century.

However, if you are a vintage car buff and are likely to miss the rally, you will find it heartening to note that many of these beauties are still in excellent running condition and are also hired out for special occasions, rides, incentive parties, or marriages. So if you’d like to drive back to the past, you know just where to do it!

Desert safari

The Desert Safari has become a popular circuit with rallyists, but there are several other rallies where, along with the Himalayas, the desert too is included in the rally itinerary for a change in the terrain. Since Rajasthan’s roads, with the exception of the Delhi-Jaipur-Udaipur-Mumbai artery, are fairly isolated with little traffic load, they are ideal for such sporting events.

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