If you are exploring Rajasthan and your Jaipur visit dates coincide with Literature festival then it is recommended that you change your travel plans, skip Jaipur and move on. Here is why you should avoid visiting Jaipur during JLF.
Exploring Jaipur – A Photo Journey to the City of Pink, Doors and Ruins
Jaipur is a city of surprises. Here, the traditional style merges with the urban landscape and presents you with a larger than life atmosphere. The city is the melting pot of modern lifestyle infused into history and culture.
Streets of Bikaner – A Photo Journey
When it comes to tourism in Rajasthan, Bikaner is usually overlooked. Compared to the exotic Udaipur, traditional Jodhpur and royal Jaisalmer, Bikaner is more like the poor cousin of ignored by the rich members of the family. Lucky for me! Traveling to Rajasthan in winters can be hectic. Hotels are full, train and bus tickets... Continue Reading →
5 Things to do in Pushkar
Pushkar, the melting pot of cultures, the land of healing music and a hot spot destination for hippies and pilgrims alike, is a place to be experienced over time to time. A visit to this holy land won’t give you the experience that I am talking about. The essence of Pushkar is to be felt... Continue Reading →
In Pictures : Alsisar Mahal – A Taste of Rajasthan
Let me ask a question. If you are offered to spend a few days in palace in middle of a desert in a village that probably doesn’t even exist on the map of India, what will your answer be? I know, most of you will leave everything to spend a vacation at a place like... Continue Reading →
The Painted Fresco of Mandawa
If Navalgarh is Rajashthan’s open art gallery then Mandawa is the royal art exhibition. For one, budget travellers like me cannot afford to stay here and second the haveli’s here are more artistic and well maintained as compared to the other parts of Shekhawati. Indian tourist spots are known for touts and the way they approach... Continue Reading →
An Affair with Shekhawati
Rajasthan is known for its Royal Havelis and Forts and exploring Rajasthan is like time traveling to a era of romance and valor. If one region of Rajasthan was to define the Rajputana’s lavish lifestyle then it should always be the Shekhawati Region. In short, Shekhawati is Rajasthan’s art gallery. For those who haven’t heard... Continue Reading →
Tryst with History and Pigeons – Amer Fort
It’s better to see something once than hearing about it countless times – Russian saying The above quote is appropriate for a number of places I have always wanted to visit that include places like Golden Temple and Charminar. Last year in September I went to Jaipur for a day or better say a couple... Continue Reading →