Land of Kings!!!

A week in awe-inspiring Rajasthan!

Rajasthan scripts the rich culture and heritage of India. Well known as the ‘land of kings, Rajasthan recites the saga of the prodigious emperors and rulers that India had. Plan a trip to Rajasthan and reconnoiter its unique heritage, flamboyant culture, electrifying desert safaris, gleaming sand dunes, swanky forests and exotic wildlife.

During the trip, we started from the ‘Pink City’ – Jaipur, to the ‘Golden city’ – Jaisalmer, the ‘Blue city’ – Jodhpur and the ‘Lake city’ – Udaipur !

About Pink City...

Elephant Ride at Amer Fort - A Gigantic Experience

One of the most popular tourist attractions of Jaipur, an elephant ride upto Amer Fort can be a really interesting experience.  The fort itself, built by Raja Mana Singh I, is an interesting architectural symbol of the royal times. The architecture of the fort is a mix of Hindu and Rajput influences, and like other forts of Rajasthan, one can feel the ornate aura here too.

City Palace Jaipur - a story of the olden days

The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, houses the City Palace complex, which comprises of Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, and several other buildings belonging to the royal era. The palace dates back to the time of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh and stands out for its architectural marvel. One can see several artifacts belonging to the royal era at the palace, which tell a story of the old times.

Jaisalmer...

Camel Safari - a rustic tour

We just cannot miss out on a quintessential rustic desert experience when in Rajasthan. The best regions of Rajasthan for a typical desert safari are Osian, Bikaner and Jaisalmer. One get to travel to some remote places of Rajasthan during the desert safari and explore some interesting ruins of the place. There is a story associated with the ruins and forts of Rajasthan, stories that captivate you from the word go.

Patwon ki Haveli

 

A historical masterpiece- One of the most prominent of all havelis in Jaisalmer is the Patwon ki Haveli. It is an ostentatious haveli which dates back to the early part of the 19th century. The haveli was built by Guman Chand Patwa, who is believed to be an influential trader back in those days. Walk through the haveli and marvel at the intricate architecture of it which is still in very good shape despite all these years.

Jodhpur...

Capture the blues in Jodhpur

 If Jaipur is the pink city of Rajasthan, Jodhpur can safely be called the blue city of Rajasthan. Most houses in the old part of the city are painted blue, making for a great photo-op. Try capturing the blues of Jodhpur in the early morning hours, when the sun creates an impressive visual effect.

See the Gypsy snake dance - you will forget Shakira

While in Jodhpur, don’t miss out on a performance by the Kalbeliya tribe. The women of the tribe perform the traditional Kalbeliya dance, where they move to some groovy Rajasthani music. Their movements are as lithe as snake, making for an impressive experience.

Umaid Bhavan Palace - a royal legacy

Udaipur is home to many beautiful forts and palaces, dating back to the royal times. One of these is the Umaid Bhawan Palace, one of the largest private residences in the world. A part of the palace has been converted into a heritage hotel, operated by the Taj Group. While a stay in the palace may be out of bounds for most, you can always take a tour and be awed by the legacy of it.

This Land of Kings is full of beautiful Havelis, few of them are open to visitors, and many other are decaying in silence...