Why is everyone calling this place the Moon Land of Rajasthan?

About 100 kilometres from the Pink City - Jaipur, lies a small industrial town called Kishangarh. This town is known for its emerging marble industries and as you drive through it, you can see multiple shops displaying the most exquisite marble collection. And amidst it, lies the Moon Land of Rajasthan.

Once you reach Dumping Yard Kishangarh, also called the Moon Land of Rajasthan, you will find yourself surrounded by a picturesque landscape of white snowy grounds and mounds that resemble beautiful snow hills. This vast expanse of land, covered in a dreamy blanket of snow is in reality, just marble waste generated during marble cutting and processing.
Back in 2003, RICCO and the Kishangarh Marble Association came up with an ingenious solution to resolve the problem of fast-accumulating marble waste. They started to dispose of marble slurry from surrounding marble processing units into one dumping ground, to ensure a clean and pollution-free environment. And since then, this marble surplus has accumulated to such an extent that you can now witness a formation of lovely snow plateaus, and an extensive stretch of captivating white sand. The view is absurdly surreal and simply breathtaking.

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Not originally designed as a tourist sight, this place gained attention through Instagram and is now one of the best offbeat attractions in Rajasthan. There are small lakes, tall marble stones, and white trees, that add to the magic in this man-made wasteland. It is a perfect place to take photos and videos with the snowy landscape acting as a wistful Switzerland background. Many song videos and pre-wedding photoshoots are taken here and it’s a place you won’t find in your generic Rajasthan itineraries. The best time to visit is during sunsets when it gives the illusion of walking on the moon under a mesmerizing orange sky.

Parking is available. There is no entry fee but you need to take a token from the main dump gate before proceeding to the dumping yard. DSLR charges are extra but you can take as many pictures and videos as you want with your mobile camera. The timings are 10 AM – 5 PM. Please do not litter or spit on the white marble ground, maintain the cleanliness and beauty of this offbeat attraction.

Author: Pooja Amritkar