Bright, colourful, and elegant, traditional Rajasthani clothing is always vibrant against the monotonous backdrop of sands and hills. While the clothing is obviously suited for the harshly hot climatic conditions of the region, every item that completes the Rajasthani ensemble, […]
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur – the Pink City has a lot to offer to the tourist. Along with the plethora of museums, forts and palaces, parks, and great shopping for semi-precious stones, Rajasthani handicrafts, and garments, Jaipur also offers […]
Discover Shri Mahaveerji Fair at Chandangaon, Rajasthan
The eight principles of Mahaveerji philosophy had one common objective – to improve quality of life. He preached that every soul is in bondage to karmic atoms accumulated by good and bad deeds since eternity and that in a state […]
Kumbalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary – Rajasthan Tourism
Surrounding the grand Kumbalgarh Fort is 578 square kilometers worth of protected forest area, known as the Kumbalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary. It extends over the Aravalli hills and covers parts of Rajsamand, Udaipur, and Pali districts. The wildlife here includes some […]
A Peek into Rajasthani Cuisine
Rajasthani cuisine is influenced by its imposing heritage and arid climatic condition. Food traditions within India differ from place to place basis the drastic geographical variations available here. In Rajasthan, the scarcity of water and the presence of a rich […]
Gangaur – A Festival for Marital Bliss
A celebration of married bliss, Gangaur is celebrated in honour of Gauri or Parvati, the Hindu goddess of abundance. Parvati was the consort of Lord Shiva (also known as Gana) and is the epitome of virtue and fidelity in Hindu […]
Review: The Aodhi, Kumbalgarh
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. […]
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 […]