Some 80 odd kilometers northwest of Udaipur is Kumbalgarh, the 15th-century fortress built by the legendary Rana Kumbha. Situated some 3500 feet above sea level, the fortress was such that it provided a clear view of any armies forging towards them. […]
Palace on Wheels – A luxury tour of Rajasthan
Who doesn’t want to be treated like royalty? The ideas of wealth, luxury, and power associated with royal families have been romanticized in the minds of us common folk since time immemorial. Before the British rule, India was a collective […]
Ranakpur – The Upcoming Vacation Destination in Rajasthan
The Upcoming Vacation the destination is Ranakpur because, Over the last few years, there has been a definite boom in the travel industry in Ranakpur. The number of decent hotel rooms available in this small, sleepy town in Rajasthan has […]
The Elephant Festival, Jaipur, Rajasthan
It is impossible for any culture to ignore a creature as enormous and impressive as the elephant. In India, elephants have been regarded as precious and majestic since the Puranic era. The relevance of the Elephant in Hindu culture is […]
A History of the Ranakpur Tirth
[slideshow] The Jain temple Ranakpur known as the Ranakpur Tirth is an exquisite confluence of art, architecture, and religion. Spread over 48000 sq. feet, the temple is made of Sevali and Sonana (light coloured marble) stones and the high domes […]
Top 10: Most Visited Places in Rajasthan
Jaipur The capital city of Rajasthan has a lot to offer. From luxurious hotels, awe-inspiring forts, museums that take you back in time and bustling markets it has it all. Located in the semi-desert lands of Rajasthan, the very structure […]
Ranakpur to Udaipur – A Photo Essay
[slideshow] “I took the road less traveled by, And that has made all the difference”– Robert Frost When in search of adventure or a change from the norm, pack your bags and listen to the wise Mr. Frost and […]
Children Of Abu by Sanibh Aryan
“Children of Abu” is the most apt name for this story. Simply because the smiles of the children you see in the photo are the most honest and bright smiles I have ever seen. Mt Abu is a hill […]