Going Around & Round: Jaisalmer & Jodhpur

November-December holidays are coming up.. And it's the best time to visit Rajasthan. Here is a glimpse of our Rajasthan story...

Jaipur IV – Amber Fort – A Photo Essay

Amber fort is normally the first place to see for all tourists in Jaipur. And that's what we set out for once we were ready. I am no history buff but the grandeur and artistic beauty of this fort-palace will make you fall in love with it. A Uber taxi can ferry you from the city …

Jaipur III – Jantar Mantar – A Photo Essay

Back from a refreshing trip in Mysore - Bylakuppe - Madkeri, I am currently jobless. I have begun my year long break - sleep later into the mornings, eat homemade food, love my afternoon siesta, read a lot of books, listen to music, go out for shopping and prepare for the year long break. I …

Jaipur II – Monuments & Architecture

It is my last couple of working days and I am all set for “My 1 year Sabbatical”. Ofcourse it isn’t a paid leave and ofcourse my employer is not going to give me my job back. Risks…ss, they warned! Over to our next part! Jaipur is the capital for a state ruled by the …

Jaipur I – Padharo Mhare Desh!

We always enjoy going back to the places we love. For me, Jaipur is one of them. Jaipur - means the land of victory. Built in the earlier 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II under the architectural guidance of Vidyadhar Bhattacharya, Jaipur is one of the earliest planned cities of the country. And its not just about Forts & Castles, we will first talk about Food & Shopping.

Jodhpur: Snapshots from The Royal City

The train ride from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur was fantastic. We slept like logs. It was Rahul's turn as always to wake us up when the train reached Jodhpur. I dint wake up till the train slowed down. We found the hidden Zostel Hostel, checked in and slept. No, we dint brush, shower or shit. That place …

Jaisalmer : sun, sand, dunes, camels and castles

A big four day break was coming up. My friends were also free. As tickets were not available for the planned day, they bunked work the previous day and reached Ahmedabad. Hired a car from Ahmedabad and we all set out for Jaisalmer. A late start ensured that we did not reach before sunset. We missed …

Udaipur: Lakes, palaces, temples and much more!

Udaipur started just like my other travel plans (on paper). These many ideas are elaborated in excel sheets with tour itineraries, costs, contact details and other helpful information. But who knew I would actually pack my bags for on splendid weekend in Udaipur. Just the previous day I was skeptical about going off as my …