Marwari weddings are known for their opulence. In fact, a budget of over Rs. 100 crore among the rich, or even upper middle class families (on the daughter’s side) is not rare. This trend of massive budgets has become so […]
Everyone is aware of the conventional tourist hotspots in Rajasthan. Even the palaces and forts must have lost their charm for the frequent visitor. However, there are a few lesser known locations that are not part of the mainstream travel […]
Tucked away in the shadows of the Aravalli Hills in Rajasthan’s place district, lies a quaint town called Ranakpur. Home to the grand Ranakpur Jain temple, the town is small and peaceful, giving tourists a keen insight into small town […]
Amongst the many things that Rajasthan’s erstwhile Rajput rulers are famous for, the most glaring is their aggression. It was this aggression that enabled them to carve out beautiful kingdoms in the harsh conditions of India’s desert state. When you […]
With its origins being traced back to the 10th Century, Laal Maas is an integral dish in Rajasthan’s traditional Mewari cuisine. It is believed that back in the day, this dish, which literally translates as red meat, was cooked solely […]
Recently, Mana Ranakpur and Architecture Discipline, the firm responsible for designing and creating the magnificent resort in Ranakpur, Rajasthan, were in the limelight, having been covered in the February 2012 issue of the reputed Indian Architect and Builder Magazine. The […]
Most of Rajasthan’s cuisine is greatly influenced by the area’s rugged topography and the indigenous ingredients. The result is a heavy dependence on easily available legumes and pulses as well as intensive use of milk, curd and buttermilk to make […]