A small and sleepy town in Churu, Rajgarh. Rajasthan’s hottest district is where my family hails from. As all business persons do; my paternal grandfather and his brothers left behind their century’s old family haveli or mansion in their quest […]
A Peek into the History of Rajputana
Rajasthan’s political history has been a strife with heroic battles and valiant martyrs who laid down their lives to protect their pride, their land, and their culture. Rajasthan literally means the Land of Kings and the modern state is a […]
A Peek into Rajasthani Handicrafts
The plethora of arts and crafts available in Rajasthan is awe-inspiring. As it happens in most regions across India, these arts and crafts are pursued by specific communities and often, their social stature depends on the nature of their efforts. […]
Mana Hotels ready to Launch by 1st October 2011
Mana Hotels announces 1st October as the official launch date for its Ranakpur property. On the banks of a seasonal river, Mana @ Ranakpur spreads over 3.5 acres and features 40 rooms and 9 cottages. The cottages have their own […]
Temples of Ghanerao : Gajananda Temple
About Ghanerao Temple One of the must-see temples of Ghanerao is the awe-inspiring Gajananda Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The inner sanctum of this temple has intricately carved life-sized marble statues of the Lord with his wives; Ridhi (who represents […]
Summer Festival in Mt. Abu, Rajasthan
The highest peak of the Aravali Mountains, Mt. Abu forms a distinct rocky plateau 22 kilometres long and 9 kilometres wide and is often referred to as an oasis in the desert. A scenic wonderland, Mt. Abu has rivers, lakes, […]
A Peek into Rajasthani Music
Even those scanning India’s culture from afar will find it easy to assess that its and traditions are vibrant. Rajasthani culture, in particular, is colourfully heavy in rituals, festivities and grandeur. Every occasion of celebration is accompanied by elaborate food, […]
Mana Hotels Goes Green
Taking the burden of corporate social responsibility seriously, Mana Hotels announces itself as a Green Organisation. They pledge their allegiance to the green cause and to keep their carbon footprint as low as possible. They have invested heavily in green […]
Ranakpur Temple of Pillars
Ranakpur has something brilliant about ancient architecture that modern architecture will never be able to parallel. The Ranakpur Jain temple, dedicated to Bhagwan Rushabhdev, is one of those structures that showcase skill, expertise and dedication necessary for the creation of […]
Temples of Ghanerao: The Legend of Mucchal Mahavir
Once upon a time, the Rana of Mewar was on a hunt in Ghanerao, in the Pali district of Rajasthan, when he ventured upon a temple of Lord Mahavir. The priest offered him refreshments and prasad. Much to Rana’s amusement, […]