3 days in Jaipur – how best to utilize

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Jaipur keeps bemusing me. As a destination, it has so much to offer. Whether you take a guided tour or travel independently, Jaipur is bound to spell it’s magic on you. However planned an itinerary we create, at the end we feel short of time. However, this time around, we did a trip to Jaipur … Read more

10 reasons to visit Chokhi Dhani Jaipur

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Chokhi Dhani Jaipur is an ethnic village style resort in Jaipur. One must have good reasons to visit Chokhi Dhani Jaipur, as why would one want to visit a resort in a historical city. In fact on our trip to Rajasthan in 2016 also, we first spent 3 days in Jaipur visiting Amer Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh … Read more

A weekend at Gorukana, B R Hills

Gorukana cottages

Gorukana is an eco resort located in B R Hills near Mysore. When we were looking for a weekend getaway a few weeks back, B R Hills immediately came to our minds. Because the monsoons have just receded, the forests are at their peak charm. Once we zeroed down on the destination, the next job … Read more

Beautiful wedding depiction at Bagore Ki Haveli

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Every culture has it’s own particular rituals of wedding – some funny, some mesmerizing – all interesting. A hindu wedding is one of the most elaborate ones in the world. There are several stages and rituals that mark it. Colorful costumes, beautiful decorations, delicious food, big gathering of relatives and lots of music go hand in … Read more

The unconquered Nahargarh Fort , Jaipur

Nahargarh Fort

Nahargarh fort, Jaigarh fort and Amber fort are a trio of robust forts that once guarded together the kingdom of Amer. While Amer fort is located at lower hills, it is well guarded by Nahargarh fort and Jaigarh fort on either sides at higher hills. Nahargarh fort is positioned towards the north side. From atop the fort, … Read more

Shilpgram : where art speaks to you

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The name ‘Shilpgram’ means ‘village of art’. Shilpgram is exactly a village of art. It is a setup by government of India towards preserving and promoting traditional art and culture of Rajasthan and adjoining states. Shilpgram is located in Udaipur, almost 3km from Fateh Sagar Lake area. Our stay in Udaipur in 2016 was quiet … Read more

Ram Pratap Palace Udaipur

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Ram Pratap Palace is a beautiful hotel in Udaipur, situated right across Fateh Sagar Lake, with an amazing view of the lake and the backdrop of Aravali hills beyond the lake. (Actually, it is much better than what you would perceive looking at the hotel pictures on it’s website. When we planned our recent trip … Read more

Our trip to Amer fort – a must visit in Jaipur

Amer fort trip to rajasthan

As we start planning our Jaipur trip in 2016, we start reading about the places to visit. Seems like Amer fort is one name that surfaces on the top everywhere indisputably. The more we read about it, the more excited we feel to visit here. So, we planned to visit here on our very first … Read more

A trek at Naldehra , Shimla

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We didn’t know about the gem of a place called Naldehra in Shimla until our latest Shimla and Manali trip . We came to know about the trek at Naldehra, Shimla when our cab driver decided to take us here one fine morning during our trip. About Naldehra, Shimla Naldehra trek is located amidst dense deodar and pine … Read more

Outing at The Martin Farm

Martins Farm

The Martin Farm is a medium size farm located little off the Sarjapur Road in Bangalore, around 12km from Whitefield. Located near Carmelaram railway station, it’s easily reachable, without too many twists and turns. The Martin Farm is spread in around 2 acres. The owner lives on the premises in his farmhouse at The Martin Farm campus. Most of the … Read more