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Travel
Rajasthan logs 10.92 crore tourist visits in first half of 2026, Jaipur tops foreign arrivals
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 08:36 AM
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The state recorded 10.92 crore tourist trips between January and June 2026, with domestic travelers favoring Sikar and foreign visitors choosing Jaipur.
Rajasthan's tourism department reported that 10.92 crore tourist journeys were logged in the first six months of 2026, according to data published by Amar Ujala. The figure represents a new benchmark for the state’s travel sector and underscores a steady rise in visitor numbers compared with previous years.
Among Indian tourists, the city of Sikar emerged as the most visited destination, outpacing traditional hubs such as Jaipur and Udaipur. Travel agencies attribute Sikar’s popularity to recent heritage‑conservation projects and improved road connectivity that have made the historic town more accessible.
For international travelers, Jaipur retained its position as the top choice, drawing visitors with its iconic forts, palaces and vibrant cultural festivals. Embassy reports and hotel occupancy data show a consistent influx of foreign guests throughout the period, reinforcing the capital’s reputation as a gateway to Rajasthan’s heritage.
Tourism officials said the record numbers are expected to boost ancillary sectors, including hospitality, transport and local handicrafts, and will inform upcoming promotional campaigns aimed at sustaining growth in the latter half of the year.
Among Indian tourists, the city of Sikar emerged as the most visited destination, outpacing traditional hubs such as Jaipur and Udaipur. Travel agencies attribute Sikar’s popularity to recent heritage‑conservation projects and improved road connectivity that have made the historic town more accessible.
For international travelers, Jaipur retained its position as the top choice, drawing visitors with its iconic forts, palaces and vibrant cultural festivals. Embassy reports and hotel occupancy data show a consistent influx of foreign guests throughout the period, reinforcing the capital’s reputation as a gateway to Rajasthan’s heritage.
Tourism officials said the record numbers are expected to boost ancillary sectors, including hospitality, transport and local handicrafts, and will inform upcoming promotional campaigns aimed at sustaining growth in the latter half of the year.