In 2008 – 2009, the Ministry of Tourism of the Government of India along with premier news channel NDTV did a nationwide survey of the 7 wonders of India. Amongst the Top 200 nominees was the gorgeous Ranakpur Jain Temple. […]
Exploring Bikaner
Once upon a time, there was a Rajput prince called Rao Bika. He was the second son of Rao Jodha, the founder of Jodhpur and he would never inherit his father’s throne. Thus he left Jodhpur to form his own […]
Top 10 Heritage Hotels in Rajasthan
The erstwhile princely states, the grandiose traditions of elegant royal families, the legends of valiant wars, and the physical remnants of a society based on noble chivalry – all play an important role in modern-day Rajasthan. Not only impacting the […]
Sound and Light Show @ Kumbalgarh Fort, Rajasthan
The Kumbalgarh Fort in Rajasthan is as gorgeous as it is massive. It is one of the most impressive sights in the state and used to be one of the most significant forts of Mewar. The wall of this fort […]
Review: Karni Bhawan Palace Hotel, Bikaner
Set on perfectly manicured lawns on the outskirts of Bikaner, Karni Bhawan Palace was home to Maharaja Karni Singh of Bikaner. Built-in the deluxe art deco style popular in west in the 1940s, the palace is spacious, has Doric pillars, […]
Discover Madhya Pradesh – The Heart of India
Right in the center of India sits Madhya Pradesh, a beautiful state with a rich culture, splendid natural beauty and numerous historical sites that attract swarms of tourists. Narmada River, Madhya Pradesh Most of the state is a part of […]
Rajgarh, Rajasthan – A Photo Essay by Sanjhi Rajgarhia
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 […]
Rediscovering Purani Dilli with Nishank Verma
As a part of my effort to explore my city, Purani Dilli is located in Delhi, I decided to visit Chandni Chowk. My tour began with a ride up the steepest escalator I’ve seen and as I walked out 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, […]