The Guardians of Dwindling Arts: Traditional Craftsmen of Rajasthan

Dusty pink sunsets and towering sandstone fortresses often steal the spotlight on a foray into India’s most vibrant state. You might arrive expecting to simply sip gin and tonics on a palace terrace or float over the Aravalli hills in a hot air balloon. While those moments are undeniably spectacular, the real pulse of this […]

Early Morning at Jaipur’s Flower Market Before Temple Hours

Before the first rays of light touch the terracotta walls of the Old City, a different kind of energy begins to surge through the narrow lanes. While most tourists are still asleep, the local vendors and farmers gather at Jaipur’s flower market to begin their day. This early morning ritual is a highlight for anyone […]

Chand Baori Without Crowds: A Serene Visit from Dera Mandawa

There is a particular kind of magic that descends upon Rajasthan when the frenetic energy of the day begins to wane. The mid-day sun, often harsh and bleaching, softens into a golden, bruised light, and the shadows lengthen, revealing details that were previously lost in the glare. For the discerning traveller, this is the golden […]

Kathputli Puppetry in Rajasthan: What a Traditional Performance Involves

A Kathputli puppetry performance is one of those experiences people believe they understand until they actually sit down and watch one. In Kathputli Puppetry in Rajasthan, the surface elements appear deceptively simple. Wooden puppets, vivid costumes, a modest stage, and music that seems to belong to another time. Yet once the performance begins, it becomes […]