Rajasthan, the land of the kings, is the largest and most colorful state of India. Culture, architecture, geography, wildlife, handicrafts, cuisines; Rajasthan has so much to offer, it’s no wonder the state is one of the biggest tourism destinations in […]
Keoladeo National Park of Bharatpur – A UNESCO World Heritage Site
World renowned Keoladeo National Park originated two centuries ago when Maharaja Suraj Mal created a private duck shooting reserve for the Maharajas of Bharatpur. After independence, on March 13, 1956 the site was formally declared a bird sanctuary and was […]
Shekhawati: the art gallery of Rajasthan
Harsh terrains are often inhabited by brave people. Rajasthan’s Shekhawati is one such region. Known for the fact that the region sends maximum number of men to Indian Army, the region is also a traveller’s dream come true. Often called […]
Bangalore: The city of contrasts
Charming colonial architecture, lush green gardens, astonishing museums, the uninitiated may think about an old hill station from British era. But the destination we are talking about is Bangalore. Fast, uber-modern crowd, technological hub, beer capital, rock concerts – these […]
Ecotourism: Travel in tune with Mother Nature
Ecotourism is more than just a catch phrase for environment-friendly travel. It goes beyond being minimally destructive to the environment. The true essence of ecotourism lies in both travellers and service providers realizing their responsibility towards preserving and sustaining the […]
Top 5 Gardens of Rajasthan
Rajasthan is a study in contrast for the traveller. On one hand is the vast, barren Thar: inhospitable, eerie, almost alien.. and yet alluring. On other hand, are numerous lush green gardens laid out by rulers of the land, as […]
A Brief History of Rajasthan
Rajasthan’s long history is as varied and colorful as its culture and people. Since the pre-historic times, the state has played an important role in the region. Archaeological excavations point that Harappan culture flourished in parts of Rajasthan as early as […]
The Majestic Hawa Mahal of Jaipur
No trip to Jaipur is complete if you haven’t seen the majestic Hawa Mahal, the grand ‘Palace of the Winds’. Shaped after Lord Krishna’s crown, with 953 ornate windows or ‘Jharokhas’ and its pyramid shaped facade, the Sheesh Mahal is […]
A Glimpse of Rural Rajasthan
A true traveller’s trip through Rajasthan can never be complete without a detour through one of around 35000 villages in the state. With its small population spread over a large area, the Rajasthani village is a kaleidoscope of colors in […]
A Culinary Tour at Mana Hotel Ranakpur!
The cuisine of Rajasthan has always held the fancy of locals and visitors alike. Spicy and innovative, the food of Rajasthan reflects its harsh climate which often results into a lack of fresh produce, the often nomadic lifestyles its people […]