With its quintessential elements, Rajasthani cuisine packs a punch of taste and flavour that are bound to take your tastebuds on a culinary treat. Food from the region of Rajasthan has an earthly feel and is connected to the land. We share some recipes that reflect this ethos. Read the full story that first appeared… Read More Rajasthani Cuisine
Offbeat Monsoon Escapes are often a great way to see India’s biodiversity. Exploring India’s enchanting rain-soaked destinations must be on your monsoon travel itinerary. As the monsoon rains quench the scorching summer heat, it is the best time to experience some unusual destinations in India that are off the tourist track. This is India at… Read More Unusual Monsoon Destinations in India
The best place to see leopards in the wild in India is in Jawai in Rajasthan and it makes for a unique holiday too. A luxurious boutique haven of immersive Jawai experiences, WelcomHeritage Cheetahgarh Resort & Spa is spread over 20 acres in Bera, Rajasthan with a calming lake within the property premise. Comprising only… Read More Jawai Calling
Jaipur is known for its many art forms and on a recent trip I had the chance to actually meet these artists and see their work first hand. On invited by the Rooftop app headed by Kartik Gaggar, I visited Jaipur and met two artists whose art is a testament to their years of experience:… Read More See Jaipur Under an Art Lens
One of the most iconic monuments of Jaipur, the Hawa Mahal is often seen from the outside when it is a great architectural marvel on the inside. As the name suggests Hawa Mahal of the Palace of wind, has several small windows that let air pass inside keeping the building cool. The beauty of this… Read More Architecture of Hawa Mahal
The GIB or Great Indian Bustard was recommended by Dr. Salim Ali to be India’s national bird. Today with its population down to a mere 130, it would have probably been a wise call to have listened to him. The Great Indian Bustard (GIB) is among the rarest birds in the world and is listed… Read More The Great Indian Bustard
The blue city, Jodhpur has many attractions hidden in plain sight that are bound to make your trip even more special. A city who’s imposing Mehrangarh Fort is visible almost from everywhere and the one that has Umaid Bhawan Palace that played host to Priyanka Chopra’s wedding a few years ago, Jodhpur is known for… Read More Travelogue – Jodhpur
Nathdwara the home of the famed Srinathji or Krishna is home to an intricate painting art form called Pichvai. These paintings are usually bright coloured and depict scenes from the life of Lord Krishna. Today these paintings are also coveted for their both their aesthetic appeal as well as for being a value added décor… Read More Pretty Pichvai’s
Udaipur Diaries The city of Udaipur with its pristine lakes, stunning palaces and royal past is a charming getaway that makes for a great holiday. Here are some of the places that you must see on your next visit to the city of lakes. City Palace The sprawling city palace complex is in a way… Read More Things to do In Udaipur
An ancient mud resist hand block printing technique from the tribal regions of Rajasthan, Dabu is making a steady come back into the apparel industry. Holding a wooden block dripping in mud Bhagwati Lal Chippa carefully prints the patterns on a white piece of cloth. The designs that he creates are in perfect symmetry and… Read More Dabu Printing