Devmali Village in Rajasthan’s Beawar district has been honoured with the title of “Best Tourist Village in India.” The central government will confer the award on November 27 at a ceremony in Delhi.
Best Tourist Village in India – Devmali in Rajasthan
Known for its adherence to traditional values, Devmali village prohibits the consumption of meat, fish, and alcohol. Additionally, burning neem wood and using kerosene is forbidden within the village. This village is home to a renowned temple of Lord Devnarayan, attracting countless visitors each year.
Nestled in the Aravalli hills, the village spans approximately 3,000 bighas and is named after the revered Lord Devnarayan. While the village lacks pucca houses, it boasts a beautiful temple of Lord Devnarayan atop a hill.
Here’s what Rajasthan govt. said:
The “Best Tourist Village” competition was organized by the Ministry of Tourism to recognize villages that preserve their rich culture while promoting tourism. Devmali village was selected for its balanced social and environmental practices and its commitment to community-based values and lifestyle.
“The best tourist village competition was organised by the Ministry of Tourism. It included those villages, which are maintaining rich culture while developing tourism. The other criteria were that it kept balanced social and environmental prospects and promoted community-based values and lifestyle. In this category, Devmali village has been selected as the best tourist village,” Joint Director General of the Ministry Arun Srivastava said.
Why did this village get this international recognition?
Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari expressed her pride in Devmali’s achievement, highlighting the village’s rich culture, traditions, and natural beauty. She emphasized that the recognition would help the village gain international recognition for its historical, cultural, and natural heritage.
Taking it to X, she wrote, “Proud moment for Rajasthan! #Devmali village of Beawar district has been selected as ‘Best Tourist Village’. This village is famous for its rich culture, traditions and natural beauty. The famous temple of Lord #Devnarayan is also located here, which is the main attraction.”
The selection of Devmali as the “Best Tourist Village” is a testament to its unique qualities and its potential to contribute to the growth of tourism in India.
